Union County to see more million-dollar homes
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October 10, 2026
The Avondale development, shown above in planning documents, would eventually have 30 lots on nearly 70 acres just off Route 736 near Hickory Ridge Road. (Graphic submitted)

Union County to see more million-dollar homes

By Michael Williamson 

More million-dollar homes are headed to the Jonathan Alder and Fairbanks school districts.

The Logan-Union-Champaign (LUC) Regional Planning Commission approved the final plat Thursday for the Avondale development, a community being built on just under 70 acres north of Plain City.

Memmer Homes is loo...

Marysville urges residents to join comprehensive plan discussions
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Residents gather at the Automotive and Mobility Innovation Center (AMIC) on Wednesday for the first public open house on Marysville next comprehensive plan. (Journal-Tribune photo by Michael Williamson)
Marysville urges residents to join comprehensive plan discussions
By Michael Williamson 
October 10, 2026
Residents turned out for Marysville’s first public comprehensive plan discussion this week but officials said that won’t be the only time citizens can get involved. The “community conversation,” held ...
Quilt and Fiber show runs this weekend
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This weekend the Union County Quilt and Fiber show kicks off at the Union County Fairgrounds Armory building Friday through Sunday ending at 4 p.m. with a craft fair, baked goods, raffles and more. (J...
East Liberty eyed for new Honda plant
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Marysville urges residents to join comprehensive plan discussions
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Residents gather at the Automotive and Mobility Innovation Center (AMIC) on Wednesday for the first public open house on Marysville next comprehensive plan. (Journal-Tribune photo by Michael Williamson)
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Jonathan Alder’s Ben McCain (10) catches the ball near the sidelines against London on Friday. The Pioneer receiver, however, was ruled out-of-bounds. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)
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Marysville’s Gage Henry catches a 14-yard pass for the go-ahead touchdown late in Friday’s game against Thomas Worthington. The Monarchs won, 20-14, to snap a four-game losing skid. (Journal-Tribune photo by Chad Williamson)
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Quilt and Fiber show runs this weekend
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By Kyle Meddles 
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This weekend the Union County Quilt and Fiber show kicks off at the Union County Fairgrounds Armory building Friday through Sunday ending at 4 p.m. with a craft fair, baked goods, raffles and more. (J...