Off The Hook
November 3, 2017

Lori Black Smith in Mandalay

By Melanie Behrens

Last week in this column, I was able to restart our communication with Lori Black Smith, a 2003 Marysville High School graduate. She has traveled all over the world and we followed her adventures for several years. Now she is teaching first grade in an international school in Mandalay, Myanmar. She ...

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By Melanie Behrens 
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By Melanie Behrens 
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Roundabout planned for U.S. 36
Local News, Marysville City Council, News
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is planning a resurfacing project next year for U.S. 36 to the Delaware County line. The half-mile stretch within the City of Marysville, shown above in orange, will run from U.S. 33 east to just before the planned Marysville East roundabout, shown above in blue. (Graphic submitted)
Roundabout planned for U.S. 36
Will be at intersection of road that does not yet exist
By Michael Williamson 
July 15, 2026
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Marysville coaches instruct potential future Monarch pole vaulters during annual clinic
Sports
Former Marysville High School pole vaulter and current assistant coach Mary Calvert, far right, demonstrates a drill to youngsters during the program's annual clinic. (Photo submitted)
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By Tim Miller 
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Pole vault has been a strong event for the Marysville High School track and field program for many years. One of the reasons is that head coach Luke Sundermeier was a standout vaulter on both the high...
St. John’s launches major campus expansion
Local News, News
St. John’s launches major campus expansion
By Michael Williamson 
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St. John’s Lutheran School has broken ground on the first phase of its campus upgrade project. Construction equipment has been at work on the grounds along Route 736 since the end of June, preparing f...
Beyond the books
Local News, News
Fathers are shown learning how to style their daughters' hair during a program at Marysville Public Library earlier this year. The sold-out class featured a professional instructor teaching simple braids, ponytails and other hairstyling techniques, part of the library's effort to offer unique, community-driven programming. (Photo submitted)
Beyond the books
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By From JT Staff Reports 
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Work on Triad administration building progressing
Local News, News
Work on Triad administration building progressing
By Tabitha Gaier 
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Construction continues on Triad Local Schools’ new $2.8 million administration building along Brush Lake Road. District officials hope the facility, which will house the administrative offices, will b...
Marysville, Panther gridders work on passing games during 7-on-7 scrimmage
Sports
Receivers are always in focus when high school football teams compete in a 7-on-7 passing scrimmage. FHS’ Leo Winner attempts to get past a Monarch defender. (Journal-Tribune photos by Tim Miller)
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By Tim Miller 
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