UCSO bringing back air speed patrols
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September 10, 2025

UCSO bringing back air speed patrols

By Mike Williamson

The Union County Sheriff’s Office is ramping up its speed limit enforcement using a familiar approach.

Sheriff Mike Justice told the county commissioners Wednesday that his office is working with the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSP) to reintroduce the aviation patrol program, where aircraft monitors...

Memorial recognized for safety, nurse communication
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Memorial recognized for safety, nurse communication
By From JT Staff Reports 
June 15, 2026
Memorial Hospital has received two national recognitions, earning an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group and being named a Top Hospital for Nurse Communication by Becker’s Hospital Revie...
Richwood residents bring flooding concerns to council
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Richwood residents bring flooding concerns to council
By Kyle Meddles 
June 15, 2026
Richwood residents are tired of dodging water after rainfall earlier this month caused flooding in areas of the village. One resident who lives on Pearl Street, Zach Cox, told council during a recent ...
Officials prepare for 911 levy expiration
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Officials prepare for 911 levy expiration
By Mike Williamson 
June 13, 2026
Union County officials are preparing discussions on how to approach the sheriff’s office’s 911 levy as it nears its expiration date. Sheriff Mike Justice said the 911 levy committee should shoot for J...
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Memorial recognized for safety, nurse communication
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Memorial recognized for safety, nurse communication
By From JT Staff Reports 
June 15, 2026
Memorial Hospital has received two national recognitions, earning an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group and being named a Top Hospital for Nurse Communication by Becker’s Hospital Revie...
Richwood residents bring flooding concerns to council
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Richwood residents bring flooding concerns to council
By Kyle Meddles 
June 15, 2026
Richwood residents are tired of dodging water after rainfall earlier this month caused flooding in areas of the village. One resident who lives on Pearl Street, Zach Cox, told council during a recent ...
Triad schedules 2026 inductions into Athletic Hall of Fame
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The graphic shows the 2026 inductees into the Triad Athletic Hall of Fame. The ceremony will be conducted on Saturday, beginning at noon. (Photo submitted)
Triad schedules 2026 inductions into Athletic Hall of Fame
By Tim Miller 
June 15, 2026
Triad school officials will be honoring a part of the district’s athletic past this coming weekend. School officials have announced the fourth annual Athletic Hall of Fame class will be honored. The c...
Lady Monarchs begin off-season work to climb back to top of central Ohio prep softball scene
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Jillian Rausch comes through with a base hit during a 2026 game. Rausch will be a senior infielder for the Lady Monarchs during the 2027 season. Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller.
Lady Monarchs begin off-season work to climb back to top of central Ohio prep softball scene
By Tim Miller 
June 15, 2026
For many softball teams a 16-12 final record would be something to celebrate. That mark, however, isn't up to the standards of Marysville High School's ball club. The Lady Monarchs finished the sub-st...
Officials prepare for 911 levy expiration
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Officials prepare for 911 levy expiration
By Mike Williamson 
June 13, 2026
Union County officials are preparing discussions on how to approach the sheriff’s office’s 911 levy as it nears its expiration date. Sheriff Mike Justice said the 911 levy committee should shoot for J...
JA completes purchase of land near PCES
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Jonathan Alder officials closed the contract for three parcels of land, shown above, located just behind Plain City Elementary School. The newly acquired land totals just over 25 acres with two larger parcels to the north and south and a third narrow strip going through the center. (Graphic submitted)
JA completes purchase of land near PCES
By From JT Staff Reports 
June 13, 2026
Jonathan Alder has officially completed the purchase of more than 25 acres of land adjacent to Plain City Elementary School, a move district leaders say will help position the growing district for fut...