According to Marysville Police Department reports: Kevin Shipp, 61, of Coventry Way was arrested on a warrant service arrest in Lee Place at 7:06 p.m. Thursday. Police responded to a mental health issue at 12:59 a.m. Thursday. Police responded to a report of recovered property in the 1200 block of W. Fifth Street at 8:40 a.m. Thursday. Police responded to a report of theft by deception in the 500 block of Glen Oaks Drive at 11:09 a.m. Thursday. The reporting person advised he was scammed for $1,700. Police responded to a report of theft in the 200 block of Gallery…
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Dear Editor, I’m writing this because I feel with all the negative going on in the world, more good needs to be brought to light. So, here is a little bit of good. I live in Mill Valley on Triple Crown Way and on June 30, at around 8:30 p.m., I came across two young men that made me stop everything I was doing and cry. I had just got home from work and since I was already gross, I decided to plant the rest of my flowers. I’m minding my own business when two boys on bikes, maybe 10…
Members of the American Legion Union Post 79 met recently with representatives from Union County law enforcement agencies. Post officials presented the Marysville Division of Police, Union County Sheriff’s Office and Ohio State Highway Patrol with a letter of commendation thanking them for their service to the community. Post leaders said that many in the post had expressed concern about recent events. Officials said the local post stands behind local law enforcement agencies 100%. Pictured above are, from left, Deputy Shawn Dyer, Deputy Morgan Brown and Deputy Rich Crabtree with the union County Sheriff’s Office, Post Treasurer Steve Lowe, Post…
Bernice Janet (Rawlings) Shanklin, 90, died Monday, July 6, 2020, at North Okaloosa Medical Center in Crestview, Florida, surrounded by her family. She was born May 28, 1930, in Gary, Indiana to Herbert M. and Bertha (Pelke) Rawlings. She was an active member of the Bluewater Bay community and a member of Niceville United Methodist Church. Her last years were spent in enjoyment on her daughter’s farm in Laurel Hill, Florida. The people close to Bernie will remember her unflappable faith, her humility, her unconditional love, and her infectious laughter and keen sense of humor. She is preceded in death by…
According to Marysville Police Department reports: Police responded to a curfew violation on Delaware Avenue at E. Fifth Street at 2:38 a.m. Wednesday. Reports indicate a traffic stop resulted in a juvenile curfew report. Police responded to a report of recovered property in the 500 block of N. Main Street at 10:35 a.m. Wednesday. The reporting person indicated a bicycle was left parked behind a business overnight. Police responded to a report of theft in the 700 block of E. Sixth Street at 7:45 p.m. Wednesday. The reporting person advised her wallet was taken from inside the recovery home she…
The entry of Emma Falk, 12, second from left, was recently selected as the winning artwork to be featured on the cover the All Ohio Balloon Fest Event Guide. More than 600 votes were cast in the contest. Emma received an iPad from Walmart of Marysville for being selected as the winner. Pictured above with Emma are, store manager Paul Powell, left, Balloon Fest coordinator Marie Woodford, second from right, and Walmart Human Resources People Lead Cindy Sheldon, right. The event is scheduled for Aug. 13-15 at the Union County Airport. (Journal-Tribune photo by Kevin Behrens)
According to Marysville Police Department reports: Ryan Harrigan, 36, of Bellefontaine was cited for driving under suspension on U.S. 33 at 2:26 p.m. Tuesday. Reports indicate his license plates were recovered on behalf of the BMV. Jarrod Alan Walls, 34, of Bellefontaine was cited for drug paraphernalia in the 900 block of Coleman’s Crossing Blvd. at 1:59 a.m. Tuesday. Ethan Thomas Smith, 28, of Russells Point was arrested on a warrant service arrest in the 800 block of Delaware Avenue at 3:09 a.m. Tuesday. Reports indicate he called the Union County Sheriff’s Office to turn himself in and was taken…
Bunsold Middle School recently released its list of end of the year award winners and honor rolls. Above the Influence award Seventh Grade – Justin Tompkins, Katherine Collings, Lauren Niekamp, Ben Jones, Tolulope Anderson, Aiden Tillman and Lilah Brennan. Eighth Grade – Mallory Huffman, Tyler Calvert, Jonathan Sharrock, Madi French, Andrew Partee, Trevor Clute, Mallorie McCracken, Grace Withrow, Richard Willis, Kennedy Heard, Sydney Calhoon, Vance Wirtz, Emelie Warneke, Liam Wilder, Elle Martter, Dalton Kane, Lauren Buchheit, Grace Groves, Emily Krueger and Abby McLaughlin. Seventh Grade Geography Bee winner – Levi Weithman OCC Archie Griffin Sportsmanship Award (Eighth Grade only) -…
A Luna Moth caterpillar was recently spotted searching for leaves to eat. Like the bright green caterpillar, the moth will emerge from a cocoon with lime green colored wings and a white body. They can have wingspans of up to 7 inches, making it one of the largest North American moth species. (Photo submitted)
Local veterinarians are teaming up to volunteer their time for the annual Union County rabies shot clinics. “For the 2020 rabies vaccination clinic, we need your help to make it safe, socially distanced and successful,” said Marcia Dreiseidel of the Union County Health Department, one of several event planners. “We are asking for participants to please pre-register for the clinic… We hope that by asking participants to pre-register, we can space out appointments and maintain social distancing during this pandemic,” Dreiseidel said. She added that the pre-registration link can be found at www.uchd.net and on Union County Health Department’s social…
A colony of yellow jackets was recently spotted building a nest. The species of wasps build nests from wood they have chewed up into a pulp, which becomes a paper-like substance when dry. Yellow jackets are attracted to human food, such as sweet drinks, candy and juices, but can be dangerous to humans due to their ability to sting multiple times. (Journal-Tribune photo by Kevin Behrens)
Dawn Coughenour, 102, died peacefully Monday, May 25, 2020. She was born April 22, 1918 in Marysville to the late Lester and Marie (Hartshorn) Randall. In her young adult life, she married Ted Coughenour of Milford Center. Together they raised three daughters, Kay, Carol and Connie. She was a loving wife and mom. After the girls were raised, she assisted her husband in his dental practice until their retirement. She was also a longtime member of the Kirkersville Methodist Church. She led a very active life. She was an avid golfer, regularly partnering with her husband Ted and also playing…