Off The Hook

January 3, 2020

Very useful friends

By Melanie Behrens

My friends love to participate in my column. That is to say, they love to supply me with things they think will be great topics. I have to say I do agree with these recently received.
We will begin with this: “I wonder as I age that I may be less tolerant for questions asked of me that are sort of ...

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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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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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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 ...

Local News, News

State patrol’s weekend OVI checkpoint leads to one arrest

By From JT Staff Reports

August 18, 2026

The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSP) partnered with local agencies to hold an OVI checkpoint in Marysville on Saturday, which stopped over 100 drivers and led to one arrest. According to a release from...

Marysville, FHS girls soccer teams battle to 1-1 tie

Sports

In the photo above, Marysville’s Maddie Armstrong (10) advances the ball down the field while Greta Hooper (5) of Fairbanks gives pursuit. Armstrong tallied the Lady Monarchs’ goal for the contest. The local teams battled to a 1-1 stalemate Friday evening. (Journal-Tribune photos by Tim Miller)

Marysville, FHS girls soccer teams battle to 1-1 tie

By Tim Miller

August 17, 2026

The girls soccer teams from Marysville and Fairbanks battled to a 1-1 stalemate during Friday evening’s match on the Lady Monarchs’ field. It was the opening contest of the 2026 season for both squads...

Local News, News

Two new faces join airport authority board

By Kyle Meddles

August 17, 2026

Two new faces will be joining the Union County Airport Authority board. Recently, the Union County Commissioners voted to appoint both Karen Pilkenton and Chris Rigano to fill two open seats on the ai...

JA grid boss likes what he sees during scrimmage

Sports

Jonathan Alder’s Ben McCain (10) picks up yardage during the 2025 game against Columbus Academy. The Pioneers were scheduled to go up against Marion Pleasant Friday evening for their final preseason scrimmage. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

JA grid boss likes what he sees during scrimmage

By Tim Miller

August 17, 2026

Jonathan Alder head football coach Brett Glass has seen growth from his team during the preseason. The Pioneers recently scrimmaged against Teays Valley and Glass saw areas that looked strong. “It’s a...

Sports

Monarchs scrimmage Scioto

By Chad Williamson

August 17, 2026

Colin Wimmers of MHS races down the sideline against Dublin Scioto. The Monarchs wrapped up their preseason scrimmage schedule against the Irish. The Monarchs held a 2-0 lead at halftime on a safety. ...

Sports

North Union running back Wyatt Arver gains yardage running behind Peyton Wood during Thursday’s scrimmage against Fredericktown at Ohio Wesleyan University. (Journal Tribune photo by Bob Putman)

Wildcats scrimmage Fredericktown at OWU

By Bob Putman

August 17, 2026

The work that has been done by the North Union football team over the past few weeks has not been insignificant. In fact, it is part of the picture that will shape the Wildcats’ 2026 season. However, ...