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August 20, 2018

Plain City Public Library to host reading events in September

By Jacob Runnels

The Plain City Public Library has events planned for September, and registration isn’t required to attend.
Toddler Time, for children ages 18 to 36 months and their caregivers, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Sept. 5. The event will focus on introducing caregivers and their child to stories, music, fing...

Area churches list Easter services
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Area churches list Easter services
By From JT Staff Reports 
April 16, 2025
Area churches invite the public to attend special Holy Week activities and Easter services across Union County. Beloved United Methodist Church Maundy Thursday service – April 17, 6 to 7 p.m., at Phar...
District title on line
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District title on line
By Tim Miller 
March 4, 2024
Audrey Benedict (center) of North Union eyes the basket during a Division II district semifinal triumph over Heath. The game was played at Sparta Highland High School. The Lady Cats will travel to Cen...
Local couple celebrates 25th anniversary
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Local couple celebrates 25th anniversary
By From JT Staff Reports 
May 12, 2020
Dan and Michelle Phipps are celebrating their 25th anniversary. They were married May 13, 1995 by the Rev. Don Moceri. They are the parents of Danielle Phipps. A trip is planned at a later date to cel...
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Schools plan for AI surge
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Schools plan for AI surge
By Chad Williamson 
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Officials with the Marysville Exempted Village School District are exploring how artificial intelligence could eventually be used in classrooms, by teachers, students and, eventually, by the school bu...
County EMA director named to national post
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County EMA director named to national post
By From JT Staff Reports 
March 21, 2026
Last year, Union County’s Emergency Management Agency worked to received accreditation from a national organization. This year, its director, Brad Gilbert, will be one of the people who now votes to a...
Two-vehicle crash prompts police, fire
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Two-vehicle crash prompts police, fire
By Kyle Meddles 
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A two-vehicle crash at the intersection of East Fourth Street and North Plum Street prompted a response from the Marysville fire and police departments at around 4:30 p.m., Thursday. Airbags were depl...
Demo of former water treatment plant underway
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Demo of former water treatment plant underway
By From JT Staff Reports 
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Construction crews work through the demolition of the former Marysville water treatment plant on North Main Street Thursday. While the right side of the building and tanks will come down, the left sid...
Janitor faces firing over harassment of teacher
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Janitor faces firing over harassment of teacher
By Chad Williamson 
March 19, 2026
An internal investigation by Marysville Exempted Village Schools has substantiated allegations of sexual harassment against a district custodian concerning a teacher at Creekview Intermediate School. ...
Union County YMCA looks at management agreement with YMCA of Central Ohio
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Among the many services the Union County YMCA offers is a fitness center. Patrons can take part in cardio workouts (above photo) and/or work out with weights (bottom photo). (Journal-Tribune photos by Tim Miller)
Union County YMCA looks at management agreement with YMCA of Central Ohio
By Tim Miller 
March 19, 2026
A management agreement is underway between the Union County Family YMCA and the YMCA of Central Ohio. It’s a pact that will leverage shared expertise and infrastructure to continue the YMCA’s mission ...