Eye on the storm
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January 27, 2026
During his patrol of the county on Sunday, Sheriff Mike Justice came upon a maroon Honda that slid off the road on Route 347 near White Stone Road at 8:34 a.m. Pictured above, Justice speaks with the driver, a young woman who was headed to work in Powell, and confirms that she is not injured. (Journal-Tribune photo by Kyle Meddles)

Eye on the storm

When the snow fell, sheriff visited every corner of the county, observing conditions, talking to workers and helping a stranded driver

By Kyle Meddles 

A recurring joke that popped up among several Union County agencies during the winter storm on Sunday was a superstition not unlike the ones seen in the sports world: never say that it has been “quiet” or “calm” when referring to 911 emergencies. Each offense of the unspoken rule led to some...

Blaney roundabout closer to reality
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Blaney roundabout closer to reality
By Michael Williamson 
October 27, 2026
The roundabout at Blaney Road near Jerome Village is one step closer to being completed. Union County Engineer Jeff Stauch told the county commissioners recently that his office has sent out some requ...
Scarysville packs the streets
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Scarysville packs the streets
By Chad Williamson 
October 27, 2026
Area children had plenty to do at Saturday's Scarysville event in Uptown Marysville. There were a variety of activities and games to take part in, aside from snagging lots of candy. Above, a cute pair...
Health department strengthens digital security
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Health department strengthens digital security
By Kyle Meddles 
October 27, 2026
The Union County Health Department is buffing its cybersecurity protection as part of a contract that will go into effect next year. At a recent meeting of the board of health, members approved a cont...
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Blaney roundabout closer to reality
News, Plain City, Plain City News
Blaney roundabout closer to reality
By Michael Williamson 
October 27, 2026
The roundabout at Blaney Road near Jerome Village is one step closer to being completed. Union County Engineer Jeff Stauch told the county commissioners recently that his office has sent out some requ...
Scarysville packs the streets
Local News, News
Scarysville packs the streets
By Chad Williamson 
October 27, 2026
Area children had plenty to do at Saturday's Scarysville event in Uptown Marysville. There were a variety of activities and games to take part in, aside from snagging lots of candy. Above, a cute pair...
Health department strengthens digital security
Local News, News
Health department strengthens digital security
By Kyle Meddles 
October 27, 2026
The Union County Health Department is buffing its cybersecurity protection as part of a contract that will go into effect next year. At a recent meeting of the board of health, members approved a cont...
Ben Logan Lady Raiders win tournament soccer contest
Sports
Ella Stoodt (13) of Benjamin Logan advances the ball against a pair of Kenton Ridge opponents. The Lady Raiders won the Division IV tournament contest. (Photo submitted)
Ben Logan Lady Raiders win tournament soccer contest
By From JT Staff Reports 
October 26, 2026
The Benjamin Logan varsity girls soccer team defeated Kenton Ridge, 4-0, during the second round of the Southwest District tournament. The victory marked the second consecutive sectional title for the...
Triad, Ben Logan spikers win post-season contests
Sports
Triad’s Reagyn Welty (2) prepares for a kill against Fairbanks earlier in the season. The Lady Cardinals defeated Troy Christiain in a recent post-season match. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)
Triad, Ben Logan spikers win post-season contests
By Tim Miller 
October 26, 2026
A tight battle with Troy Christian led to Triad’s opening-round tournament volleyball victory. The Lady Cardinals (19-4) turned in a 25-24, 25-21, 25-20 verdict. Triad took the fourth seed into the ma...
Fairbanks Lady Panthers sweep Red Devils to begin trek down tournament volleyball trail
Sports
A Columbus Marion-Franklin player sends the ball over the net against Fairbanks’ Livi Maine (4) and Lexie Grant (7). The Lady Panthers won their tournament opener with a three-set sweep over the Red Devils. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)
Fairbanks Lady Panthers sweep Red Devils to begin trek down tournament volleyball trail
By Tim Miller 
October 26, 2026
Fairbanks’ volleyball team didn’t run into much in the way of difficulty during its opening round match of the Division VI tournament. The Lady Panthers (18-5) took the division’s top seeding into the...