Marion
Marion County is within an hour's drive of five major metro areas. The overall cost of living is only 80% of the national average, while housing costs are sometimes as low as 70%.
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The people are so cordial and genuine.
We moved to Marion county because it was so comfortable and cozy. The people are so cordial and genuine.

- Glen & Nancy Colvin
Marion County Resident of 6 years
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Upcoming Events
9-1-1 Festival
Fifty-five years ago in 1968, Alabama Speaker of the House Rankin Fite placed the first 911…
Miracle Worker Play
An outdoor drama depicting the life of America’s first lady of courage attracts thousands of…
Cruise & Croon
Presented by the All American Cruisers, Cruise and Croon welcomes locals and visitors to the…
Roaring 20’s Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner at Looney’s Amphitheater
First Time Ever at Looney’s Entertainment Complex! Join your hosts' TV Personalities The Southern…
June Fling
During the annual June Fling, over 100 booths, a cruise-in for all kinds of vehicles, a kidz fun…
Le Bel Age
The Le Bel Age tribute show pays homage to the First Lady of Rock, Pat Benatar. Band members are…
3rd Fridays in Downtown Decatur
- 3rd Fridays Downtown Decatur
- Recurring monthly on the 3rd Friday
Be a part of Decatur’s downtown street festival each third Friday from April to October. The stores…
Pandora's Box
- Looney's Tavern Entertainment and Cultural Center
- Recurring daily
What really stands out about this amazing tribute to Aerosmith, is that it sounds so authentic and…
Barbarian Challenge
Thrill-seeking athletes who are not afraid of getting muddy, wet and pushed to the limit will be…
Biomes Bonanza Multi-Day Camp
When: Monday - Friday, June 19 - 23 from 10 am - 2 pm and Monday - Friday, July 17 - 21 from 10 am…
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