Education, News

April 22, 2025

NU sounds the alarm on state budget

By Kyle Meddles

The North Union School Board is rallying its members and other families in the community to speak up about the state budget amidst concerns in the reduction of the district’s reserve funds.

During the legislative report at the regular meeting of the school board on Monday, board member Bradley DeCa...

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On Monday, Union County Sheriff Mike Justice (left) swore in newly deputized Jonathon Todhunter (right) at the sheriff’s office. Todhunter talked with the Journal-Tribune, reflecting on his decision to join the department that was involved in the shooting of his brother, Matthew Todhunter, three years ago. (Photo submitted)

Both sides of the badge

Hired by agency involved in his brother's police shooting, new deputy brings dual perspective

By Kyle Meddles

December 2, 2025

When a tragedy happens in the world of law enforcement, there are oftentimes two sides to the heartbreak. On May 30, 2022, 33-year-old Matthew Todhunter was shot and killed by a Union County sheriff’s...

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Federal changes prove taxing to human services employees

By Michael Williamson

December 1, 2025

Union County Human Services is looking at increasing costs, pressures and workload going into next year with no ideal solution in sight. Human Services representatives told the county commissioners re...

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The Ohio State Highway Patrol is ramping up efforts to deter impaired driving in Ohio during the holiday season. (Photo submitted)

OSP: Impaired driving a holiday danger

By From JT Staff Reports

December 1, 2025

Patrol continues effort to remove impaired drivers from roadways during holiday season As friends and families gather and winter celebrations fill the calendar, the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) is...

Sports

Pioneer boys bowlers top NU

By Bob Putman

December 2, 2025

The Jonathan Alder boys bowling team averaged 205 in its individual games and went on to a 2704-2279 victory over North Union on Tuesday at Dragon Lanes. The Pioneers had seven individual games of 200...

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Triad, Jonathan Alder lady hoopsters drop games

By Tim Miller

December 2, 2025

Triad’s girls basketball team slipped to 0-2 with a 58-32 loss to Riverside. Taylor Queen tallied 11 points and five rebounds, while Gracie Martin finished with eight points, five steals and seven reb...

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North Union’s Gabby Lindsey (12) drives to the basket in this file photo. Lindsey helped lead the Lady Cats past River Valley. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)

Lady Cats notch win over River Valley

By Bob Putman

December 2, 2025

The path was a little rocky for the North Union girls basketball team on Tuesday during its non-league game at River Valley. However, the Lady Cats were able to overcome the obstacles to finish with a...

MHS girls roll to easy triumph over Olentangy Orange

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Marysville’s Kelsey Strahm (40) is fouled while driving to the basket against Olentangy Orange. The Lady Monarchs rolled to a 58-36 victory. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

MHS girls roll to easy triumph over Olentangy Orange

By Tim Miller

December 2, 2025

Marysville girls basketball coach Chris Freeman said during the preseason he hoped a relentless defense would lead to transition baskets throughout the campaign. The Lady Monarchs (2-0) came through w...

MHS grad Johnson has standout game during Columbia’s final football contest of 2025 season

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Marysville High School graduate Griff Johnson is pictured running the football for Columbia University. Johnson finished the 2025 season with 203 yards rushing against Cornell. (Photo submitted)

MHS grad Johnson has standout game during Columbia’s final football contest of 2025 season

By Tim Miller

December 2, 2025

A former Marysville High School football standout ended his 2025 collegiate season on a big note. Griff Johnson, a 2023 MHS graduate, recently completed his redshirt sophomore gridiron season at Colum...

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Local principal gives views on high school NIL

By Tim Miller

December 2, 2025

High school athletes in Ohio may now take advantage of Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) deals, as recently approved by school administrators throughout the state. A local high school administrator talke...