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Off The Hook
January 29, 2016

Smart and inventive thieves

By Melanie Behrens

All of us work hard for our money and try to guard it in all the appropriate ways. We have passwords for everything from bank accounts to computers to cell phones. But sometimes thieves can be smarter than we are. I recently came across some stories I thought would really interest you.
The first stor...

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Off The Hook
The legend of Werewolf Lane
By Melanie Behrens 
September 25, 2020
Editor’s note: The last article J-T columnist Melanie Behrens was working on before her death April 30 was the following story about Werewolf Lane. The information was supplied by Leroy Cook, who coll...
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Off The Hook
Take a penny, leave a penny
By Melanie Behrens 
May 1, 2020
Copper pennies are the smallest increment in our money. And now, monetarily, they’re actually worth almost nothing. Many times in stores and businesses you will see a little jar that says, “need a pen...
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Off The Hook
Pocket watches gave them their start
By Melanie Behrens 
April 24, 2020
I came across some information of how a once great retailer got its start and was surprised at the name disclosure at the end. I hope you too will enjoy this. If you were in the market for a watch in ...
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Other news
Fireworks safety tips offered
Local News, News
Fireworks safety tips offered
By Kyle Meddles 
July 2, 2025
With Independence Day celebrations kicking off for the Fourth of July this weekend, Marysville first responders offer their perspectives on fireworks and discuss how to enjoy the holiday safely. Ohio ...
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Timberview development hits a stall
Local News, News
Timberview development hits a stall
By Michael Williamson 
July 2, 2025
The new development being proposed for Timberview Golf Course has hit a roadblock. At the Tuesday evening meeting of the Marysville Planning Commission, board members voted to table a decision on the ...
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Freshmen were key members of another successful Marysville softball squad
Sports
Marysville softball freshmen Lexi Hakola (left) and Brie Jennings played vital roles during the Lady Monarchs’ run to another Division I district title. Both respectively started at first base and in the outfield during the 2025 campaign. (Journal-Tribune photos by Tim Miller)
Freshmen were key members of another successful Marysville softball squad
By Tim Miller 
July 2, 2025
Making the switch from middle school sports to the high school level can be a very big adjustment for any athlete. Going from the younger age group to earning a spot on a varsity roster is quite an ac...
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Golfers compete at Blues Creek
Sports
Dawson Griner, representing Fairbanks, follows through after teeing off on Hole 16 at Blues Creek Golf Course during a Heart of Ohio Junior Golf Association event. Results will be available in the weekend edition of the Journal-Tribune. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)
Golfers compete at Blues Creek
By Aleksei Pavloff 
July 2, 2025
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Cops vs Kids: Kickball Classic
News
Marysville Officer Eric Collier coaches a local kid during a friendly kickball outing between local law enforcement and youth from the area. Below are a series of photos that were taken Wednesday morning at Eljer Park. (Journal-Tribune photos by Aleksei Pavloff)
Cops vs Kids: Kickball Classic
By Aleksei Pavloff 
July 2, 2025
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Eyeing the future of Fifth Street
Local News, News
Traffic calming features, known as bump-outs, shown here in a proposed design at the intersection of Walnut Street and East Fifth Street, are part of a series of potential upgrades the city is considering. (Journal-Tribune photo by Michael Williamson)
Eyeing the future of Fifth Street
Residents pour over potential plans for city artery
By Michael Williamson 
July 1, 2025
Changes are coming to East Fifth Street in Marysville in the coming years and officials are hoping to hear more from residents about what’s being considered for the roadway project. The city held an o...
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