Fairbanks roundball teams earn victories; Jonathan Alder squads split verdicts

Sports

January 6, 2026

In the photo to the left, Fairbanks’ Evan Wiedmann looks to pass the ball against opposing defenders. In the photo to the right, Mara Vicari goes up for a shot for the Lady Panther hoop squad. Wiedmann and Vicari helped their teams to recent victories. (Journal-Tribune photos by Tim Miller)

Fairbanks roundball teams earn victories; Jonathan Alder squads split verdicts

By Tim Miller

The boys hoop squad from Fairbanks stepped outside conference competition and scored a 51-48 verdict over Granville.

The Panthers (who are 6-0 in the Ohio Heritage Conference) upped their overall record to 10-1.

FHS took a 10-8 edge into the second period, but Granville knotted the score at 23-all by ...

Marysville football Mike Young reflects on his journey as head coach

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Marysville High School head football coach Mike Young reacts to a play during a 7-on-7 passing scrimmage. Young is beginning his second season at the helm of the Monarch gridiron program. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

Marysville football Mike Young reflects on his journey as head coach

By Tim Miller

August 7, 2026

Mike Young was certainly no stranger to Marysville High School football prior to the 2025 season. “I started at Marysville as an assistant coach back in 2013,” said Young, who is about to embark on hi...

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This next week in local sports

By Tim Miller

August 6, 2026

Today Fairbanks boys golf home vs. West Jefferson, 4:30 p.m. North Union girls golf home vs. Ridgemont, 10 a.m. Triad boys golf home vs. Mechanicsburg, West Liberty-Salem and Northeastern, 10 a.m. Jon...

NU places third at Fairbanks Invitational at Darby Creek

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Luke Poling hitting the golf ball at a tournament. (Journal-Tribune by Bob Putman)

NU places third at Fairbanks Invitational at Darby Creek

By Bob Putman

August 5, 2026

In its first match of the season, the North Union boys golf team finished third on Monday in the Fairbanks Invitational at Darby Creek. The Wildcats finished third overall with a score of 355 while, ...

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Marysville to solicit resident input on new comp plan

By Michael Williamson

August 8, 2026

Marysville residents will soon be able to share their thoughts on growth and change with city officials. Starting this month, there will be a couple of opportunities for those interested in where the ...

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Chicken farm going up west of Plain City

By Michael Williamson

August 8, 2026

A local agricultural operation looking to build a chicken farm west of Plain City is making its way through the permitting process. Pleasant Valley Pastures filed an application through various Madiso...

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Marysville football Mike Young reflects on his journey as head coach

By Tim Miller

August 7, 2026

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Huntsville man indicted on gun, drug charges

Grand jury indictments

By Kyle Meddles

August 7, 2026

A man from Huntsville has been charged with having a gun, drugs and attempting to hide evidence after driving under the influence. The Union County Grand Jury has indicted Brian Robert Whittaker, 30, ...

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Curb appeal

By Kevin Behrens

August 6, 2026

Employees of Decker Construction are shown performing sidewalk, curb and roadway repairs at the corner of Seventh and Buckeye streets Wednesday. (Journal-Tribune photo by Kevin Behrens)

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Former city manager agrees to temporary advisor role.

Emery returns to Marysville

By From JT Staff Reports

August 6, 2026

Terry Emery is returning to the City of Marysville. Officials announced the former city manager will be returning to the city temporarily to serve in an advisory capacity as the administration works t...