Writer urges resistance to Black Lives Matter

By From JT Staff Reports

Dear Editor,
Concerning the photograph in the J-T a few weeks ago that shows some Marysville High School football players holding up some American flags and one blue thin line flag. It was a great photo and very patriotic to salute our first responders, military and law enforcement. These young stude...

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House Bill 335, biennium budget a critical moment for public education

June 14, 2025

Dear Editor, The Ohio biennium budget is one of the most significant processes impacting public education, though I will admit, before serving as a superintendent, I didn’t fully understand its depth ...

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Local trustee calls for income tax reform

May 31, 2025

Dear Editor, In an ocean of opportunities for economic growth, Ohio’s income tax rate is the unyielding sea wall holding back a landfall of prosperity. As it stands, our tax structure penalizes hard w...

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Jon Alder student submits facts on book bans

May 22, 2025

Dear Editor, “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the peo...

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Man tased after fleeing from police

Grand jury Indictments

By Kyle Meddles

July 3, 2025

A man from Indiana was tased and detained after being charged for allegedly fleeing law enforcement in a stolen car. The Union County Grand Jury has indicted Corbin Bernard Bergsma, 32, of Indianapoli...

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Run, Hardy, Run!

By Aleksei Pavloff

July 3, 2025

Officer Steve Hardy with the Marysville Division of Police works to avoid getting out at the city’s Cops vs Kids: Kickball Classic game at Eljer Park Wednesday. Officers and area children took part in...

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Jerome continues discussion of 46-home project

By Jack Christian

July 3, 2025

Jerome Township officials voted Tuesday to continue discussions for a later date regarding a zoning application that could reshape a portion of the township’s development plan. The application propose...

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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

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 ...

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...