Tuesday's meeting leaves gazebo in limbo

Pictured is a 1940's era photo of a gazebo
that once stood on the courthouse square. Those
who had the new one built say it provided
the spirit for today's modern version,
which was constructed in 1998.

The fate of Marion's beloved gazebo remains in the balance of discussions on options of whether to move it off the courthouse lawn forever, or bring it back once a new justice center is built.

A six-member board made up of local leaders and judges met Tuesday and set a new path for exploring various options with regard to the gazebo's future.

This week's Crittenden Press full edition, which will be in print after lunchtime and online by noon, will have complete details from yesterday's meeting of the justice center's Project Development Board, including a timetable for what and when will be next.

In this week's newspaper, local historian Brenda Underdown reveals what's in the time capsule hidden somewhere in the walls of the existing courthouse, which is set to be demolished soon. However, a big mystery could prevent the capsule from being opened.