Strong third quarter propels Bellefontaine past North Union

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January 8, 2026

North Union’s Max White (5) leaps past Bellefontaine defenders during the first half. The junior Wildcat accounted for 10 points in the team’s loss to the visiting Chieftains. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)

Strong third quarter propels Bellefontaine past North Union

By Bob Putman

A quick start in the third quarter by Bellefontaine paved the way to a 50-37 victory over North Union on Tuesday at North Union.

Trailing 19-18 at halftime, the Chieftains (5-6) scored 11 of the first 13 points to open the third quarter and kept the Wildcats (2-5) at bay the rest of the way.

“Bellef...

Panther cagers roll past Triad Cardinals

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Fairbanks’ Cody Gallmeyer (10) splits Triad’s Makye Gaston (2) and Caleb Jordan (3) on defense during the first half of action. The sophomore guard accounted for 13 points in the team’s win over the Cardinals. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)

Panther cagers roll past Triad Cardinals

By Aleksei Pavloff

January 12, 2026

Fairbanks’ boys basketball team made quick work of Triad, 67-34, to remain unbeaten in conference play. Fans for both Ohio Heritage Conference squads packed Triad’s gym for Friday’s North Division co...

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NU boys, girls wrestlers compete in weekend tournaments

By Bob Putman

January 12, 2026

North Union finished fourth overall in the “A” Classic wrestling tournament, held Friday and Saturday at Elmore Woodmore High School. The Wildcats had six wrestlers place in the top eight, led by Coll...

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North Union boys hoopsters defeat Shawnee

By Bob Putman

January 12, 2026

North Union defeated Shawnee 59-51 in Central Buckeye Conference boys basketball play on Friday at North Union. The Wildcats (3-5 overall, 2-1 CBC) trailed 27-25 at the half, but outscored the Braves ...

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Marysville City Manager Terry Emery announced he is leaving the city later this year. Above, Emery is shown addressing community members during the 2025 State of the City event last year. (photo submitted)

Marysville city manager leaving

Terry Emery will step down after 15 years

By Michael Williamson

January 12, 2026

Marysville City Manager Terry Emery will be stepping down as chief executive officer for the city later this year. The formal announcement was made during Monday night’s regular city council meeting w...

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Panther cagers roll past Triad Cardinals

By Aleksei Pavloff

January 12, 2026

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NU boys, girls wrestlers compete in weekend tournaments

By Bob Putman

January 12, 2026

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North Union boys hoopsters defeat Shawnee

By Bob Putman

January 12, 2026

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Jonathan Alder bowlers win matches; Triad drops two

By Tim Miller

January 12, 2026

Jonathan Alder’s boys bowling team downed Springfield Shawnee by a 2998-2755 count. Braden Warren led JA with a two-game series of 496. He was followed by Fred Bluhm-452, Gavin Murphy-402, Cooper Flem...

Lady Monarchs get back on track with victory over Olentangy Berlin Bears

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Marysville’s Laine Dumbauld (20) and Jenna Hackworth (right) battle for a rebound against Olentangy Berlin. The Lady Monarchs won, 57-52. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

Lady Monarchs get back on track with victory over Olentangy Berlin Bears

By Tim Miller

January 12, 2026

Marysville girls basketball coach Chris Freeman was hoping for a good response from his squad on Friday after a tough loss at Dublin Coffman earlier in the week. A 57-52 victory over Olentangy Berlin ...