Black box and other stuff

Editor's note: This is the second in a week-long series of stories detailing local issues and candidates appearing on the Nov. 5 ballot.

A medical waste hauler is asking permission to develop a sterilization facility inside the building at 14711 Industrial Parkway, highlighted in blue. The company, Sterile Waste Solutions (SWS), received state funding to move out of Westerville and relocate in a rural county to create jobs. The company currently runs its office in the building, but hauls waste to a sterilization facility in Cincinnati, but wants to be able to sterilize the waste locally. (Graphic submitted)

Jonathan Alder’s Jimmy Martinez (7) gets possession near midfield during a home match earlier this season. The senior Pioneer scored one goal in the team’s tie against Tecumseh. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)

Jonathan Alder’s Ali Hayes (17) sends the ball past a blocker in this file photo. Hayes, a junior at Alder, has verbally committed to play at Wright State University. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)

Lady Monarchs pictured competing in the OCC Cardinal Division cross country meet are from left, Cameron Cave, Alyssa Przeklasa and Lyla Channell. (Photo submitted)

Editor's note: This is the first in a week-long series of stories detailing local issues and candidates appearing on the Nov. 5 ballot.