Top Story Marion's Lincoln Theatre is celebrating its history while serving today's community SPorter Aug 14, 2023 Aug 14, 2023 0 1 of 3 The Lincoln Theatre in downtown Marion is working to upgrade its marquee. Submittted illustration Submittted illustration Tracy Thompson, the Lincoln Theatre’s executive director, runs the board during a special screening Wednesday. SPorter Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save SPorter Marion’s Lincoln Theatre is returning to its roots and moving into the future simultaneously.kAm%9:D H66<[ E96 9:DE@C:4 5@H?E@H? 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