William and Marlise Bunsold celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, Aug. 14. The couple was married in 1971 at the First United Methodist Church in Bellaire. They have three children, Benjamin (Kemi) Bunsold, Susan (David) Wilson and Erin (Andrew) Gilleon. They also have nine grandchildren, Teddy, Lydia, Lucy, Emmy, Naomi, Beatrix, Maisy, Will and Toby. (Photo submitted)
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Country music star Mitchell Tenpenny entertains the crowd during Friday evening’s All Ohio Balloon Fest at the Union County Airport. The event will conclude this evening. (All Ohio Balloon Fest photo by Shane Fowler)
Harold Ivan Moats, 91 of Marysville, formerly of Richwood, died Thursday August 12, 2021 at the O.S.U. Hospital. He was born April 25, 1930 in Johnstown to the late Gail B. and Beulah B. (Parsons) Moats. Harold was a 1948 graduate of the Johnstown High School; he then served our country in the United States Air Force, also serving overseas in Korea. His career spanned that of a Banker to an Accountant. He had worked for the Johnstown Bank, the Pickerington Bank and the Richwood Bank. He then finished his working career as owner/operator of the former Moats Bookkeeping, he…
Crowds poured into the Union County Airport for the first day of the 2021 All Ohio Balloon Fest – before the rain began to pour, too. Performances from opening acts Shane Stephens Band and Cliff Cody, pictured above, went off without a hitch. Though it appeared nearby storms would skip over the area, just before 8 p.m., lightning strikes quickly appeared near the site. The grounds were evacuated by the Union County Sheriff’s Office for safety purposes. A large, dark cloud approached the airport before heavy rain began, accompanied by wind speeds that exceeded 50 mph, according to the National…
According to Marysville Police Department reports: Heather Sadie Sue Marie Thayer, 23, of Gulfport, Mississippi was cited for having physical control of a vehicle while under the influence in the 1300 block of W. Fifth Street at 11:52 a.m. Thursday. Reports indicate Thayer was cited after being found passed out at the wheel of her vehicle. Corbin James Sexton, 19, of Bellefontaine was cited for obstructing official business on Fairwood Drive at 5:24 p.m. Thursday. Reese Karter Chapman, 18, of Northcrest Drive was arrested on a warrant service arrest on W. Eighth Street at 6:12 p.m. Thursday. Police responded to…
Stage is set for Balloon Fest Volunteers with a mission group from Lima help set up the stage for the All Ohio Balloon Fest today at the Union County Airport. Gates open today at 5 p.m. when the Shane Stephens Band takes the stage, followed by Cliff Cody and then headliner Cole Swindell. Patrons should enter through the Weaver Road gate. Tickets are available at the event. A balloon launch is scheduled for 6 p.m. with a balloon glow and laser light show set for 9 p.m. All balloon related events are weather permitting. The event continues Friday and Saturday.…
According to Marysville Police Department reports: Police responded to a report of menacing in the 700 block of Quail Hollow Drive at 12:16 p.m. Wednesday. Police conducted a well-being check in the 1400 block of Downey Drive at 1:24 a.m. Wednesday. The reporting person advised that a friend told him she felt uncomfortable in her situation and asked him to come pick her up. Police responded to a report of theft in the 400 block of E. Ninth Street at 4:29 p.m. Wednesday. The reporting person advised her son’s longboard was taken from Eljer Park. Police responded to a report…
Attendees at a previous All Ohio Balloon Fest are pictured gathering for the nightly balloon glow. Though the Belgian owners of the Yoda and Darth Vader balloons could not enter the country this year due to COVID restrictions, arrangements were made so the special shapes will still be glowing at the 2021 festival. (All Ohio Balloon Fest photo) 2021 will be a comeback year for the All Ohio Balloon Fest following the COVID-19 pandemic. “Coming off the pandemic has made festival planning interesting, to say the least,” said Event Organizer Kevin Behrens. The fun-filled weekend offers patrons from throughout the…
A group of local governments have each approved the terms of a national opioid settlement agreement. At recent meetings, Marysville, Plain City, Richwood and Union County opted in to a settlement that will provide financial relief for the effects of the opioid crisis. Through the agreement, Marysville is eligible to receive up to $77,840, Plain City could receive as much as $20,647.65, Richwood would be in line for upward of $2,829.88 and Union County is eligible for $604,751.05. Townships throughout the county can also opt in to the agreement, if desired. The settlement money will be used to “prevent, treat…
According to Marysville Police Department reports: Police responded to a report of recovered property in the 800 block of Hickory Drive at 12:14 p.m. Tuesday. The reporting person advised that three $20 bills were found in her driveway. Police responded to a report of theft in the 500 block of Doral Court at 2:41 p.m. Tuesday. Police responded to a report of an accident involving Frederick William Smith, 81, of Terrace Drive and a juvenile driver that occurred on N. Main Street at 2:58 p.m. Tuesday. Reports indicate the juvenile drive was in a marked parking spot on the side…
According to Plain City Police Department reports: Officers were dispatched to Fairfield Drive at 7:52 p.m. Aug. 7 in reference to a domestic dispute. An officer was on patrol on South Chillicothe Street at 7:19 a.m. Aug. 7 when he observed a black and brown female Labrador running in the area of the flatiron. The officer took possession of the dog and secured her in the police department with food and water. The next day, the officer met with the dog’s owner and returned the animal to him. The owner was warned for dogs running at large and advised to…
Marysville’s girls tennis team dropped a 4-1 verdict to Gahanna on Tuesday. The lone MHS victory came at second doubles. Krista O’Shelski and Caitlee Hill beat Halliday and Garcia 7-6, 7-5. Other match results were as follows: Singles -Nuss (G) defeated Emma Pzedpelski (M) 6-0, 6-1; -Thomas (G) topped Hanna Hogan (M) 6-1, 6-1; -Mattox (G) downed Blair Fairchild (M) 6-1, 6-1. Doubles -Amer-Graham (G) defeated Paige Hobbs-Alissa Scott (M) 6-3, 6-1. The Lady Monarchs will travel to Dubin Coffman on Thursday. The match is set to begin at 2:30 p.m.
Jim and Barb (Goings) Marshall of Marysville are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary. The couple was married Aug. 11, 1961 in Jonesville, Michigan. They have two sons, Jim Marshall of Florida and Tim (Jackie) Marshall of Marysville. They have three grandchildren, Keith, Ali and Grant. Mr. Marshall is retired from Ray Lewis and Son. Mrs. Marshall is a homemaker. (Photo submitted)
Municipal Court Speeding – Stephanie A. Greve, 1580 Valley Drive, $58 fine, $85 costs. Speeding – Kevin E. Kimes, Columbus, $58 fine, $85 costs. Stop sign – Jordan P. Miller, Newark, $58 fine, $85 costs. FRA susp – Christian Vazquez, Columbus, $600 fine, $120 costs. Speeding – Nathan C. Numbers, Lima, $33 fine, $110 costs. Speeding – Raymond N. Taylor, Columbus, $58 fine, $110 costs. Seat belt – Lindsey M. Bivens, Richwood, $30 fine, $66 costs. Speeding – Kerry D. King, Milford Center, $58 fine, $85 costs. Speeding – Roy A. Unger, Ostrander, $33 fine, $110 costs. Speeding – Terry…