Incident brings aggravated burglary charge
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February 2, 2026

Incident brings aggravated burglary charge

By Kyle Meddles 

The Marysville Police Department responded to and arrested a homeless man in a burglary case on Friday.

According to police reports, Jackie W. Shoopman Jr., 54, who is listed as homeless in Marysville, was arrested for domestic violence and felony aggravated burglary. Captain Nate Sachs with the poli...

Hall of Fame inducts three
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Hall of Fame inducts three
By Tim Miller 
February 10, 2026
The Marysville High School Athletic Hall of Fame added three new inductees Friday evening. They are, from left, Frank Runion (cross-country and track and field), Amber Church Kuchmek (softball) and Sc...
Study to align stakeholder goals along 161
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Study to align stakeholder goals along 161
By Michael Williamson 
February 10, 2026
Local officials are working to unify the goals and actions of the jurisdictions along the Route 161 corridor east of Plain City. That working group, which has been meeting over the last year, heard a ...
Three locals caught up in firearm charges
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Three locals caught up in firearm charges
Grand jury indictments
By Kyle Meddles 
February 10, 2026
A trio of area residents have been indicted by the Union County Grand Jury on charges stemming from improper firearm handling. Their arraignments are scheduled for Feb. 11, 2026. - Jason Allen Bevard,...
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Hall of Fame inducts three
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Hall of Fame inducts three
By Tim Miller 
February 10, 2026
The Marysville High School Athletic Hall of Fame added three new inductees Friday evening. They are, from left, Frank Runion (cross-country and track and field), Amber Church Kuchmek (softball) and Sc...
Study to align stakeholder goals along 161
Local News, News, Plain City, ...
Study to align stakeholder goals along 161
By Michael Williamson 
February 10, 2026
Local officials are working to unify the goals and actions of the jurisdictions along the Route 161 corridor east of Plain City. That working group, which has been meeting over the last year, heard a ...
Three locals caught up in firearm charges
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Three locals caught up in firearm charges
Grand jury indictments
By Kyle Meddles 
February 10, 2026
A trio of area residents have been indicted by the Union County Grand Jury on charges stemming from improper firearm handling. Their arraignments are scheduled for Feb. 11, 2026. - Jason Allen Bevard,...
Governor candidate speaks locally
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Governor candidate speaks locally
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Dr. Amy Acton, Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, spoke to a room full of supporters at the Union County Services Building on London Avenue Saturday. Acton's appearance was part of a fundraiser f...
HondaJet is first craft of its kind with autonomous landing technology
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The HondaJet Elite II , shown above, has been certified by the FAA to become the first production model twin-turbine very light business jet available with Emergency Autoland. (Photo submitted)
HondaJet is first craft of its kind with autonomous landing technology
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Honda Aircraft Company announced that the HondaJet Elite II has become the first production model twin-turbine very light business jet certified to equip Emergency Autoland (EAL), following certificat...
P.C. recognizes employees for snow removal efforts
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P.C. recognizes employees for snow removal efforts
By Jack Christian 
February 9, 2026
During the Village of Plain City's recent council work session meeting, the village awarded special recognition to the Public Works Department for its efforts during the last two week’s record snowfal...