Author: From JT Staff Reports
Louzetta “Susie” Reisinger, 70, of Milford Center died Saturday afternoon, May 9, at her home surrounded by her loving family following many months of failing health. She was retired from the Ohio Department of Commerce following 26 years of service. A person of great faith, she and her husband were longtime members of Trinity Chapel in Milford Center. Devoted to family, she cherished the time spent with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary and the Fraternal of Eagles Auxiliary. When her health permitted, she enjoyed fishing with her husband and spending a…
Penny L. Ingram, 71, of Marysville died Wednesday evening, May 6, at her home following many years of fragile health. A person of great faith, she was a member of the New California Presbyterian Church and loved to listen to church hymns and gospel music. She was a quiet person in her demeanor but was a friend to everyone. She always had a smile on her face and was described by a friend as the nicest person she ever knew. She enjoyed putting puzzles together, living in the country and was known as a very good homemaker. She was born…
According to Marysville Police Department reports: Jason Maynard, 45, of Van Kirk Drive was arrested on a warrant service arrest on Fourth Street at 3:28 a.m. Friday. Christopher A. Cowen, 35, of U.S. 36 was arrested on a warrant service arrest on Pearse Drive at 2:25 p.m. Friday. Laurie L. Coleman, 37, of Columbus was arrested for theft in Marion at 9:37 p.m. Friday. Police responded to a report of recovered property in the 400 block of W. Sixth Street at 9:45 a.m. Friday. Reports indicate a short sleeve white t-shirt and dark colored eyeglasses were found. Police responded to…
A tree limb lies across the driveway of a Pepper Lane home after being struck by lightning from a thunderstorm that swept through Marysville Sunday afternoon. The property owner said this is the second time a tree has been struck by lightning near his house. No damage was reported. (Journal-Tribune photo by Sam Dillon)
Local mail carrier Adam Tullis isn’t letting the coronavirus pandemic prevent him from connecting with the residents on his route. Virginia Price of Lantern Drive said her son, Nicholas, became friends with “Mailman Adam” about two years ago. Typically, she said Nicholas runs outside to see Tullis as soon as he hears the mail truck outside their home. Now, with social distancing guidelines, Price said the two sit on either side of their front door and chat for a second or look at video games through the glass. (Photo submitted)
According to Marysville Police Department reports: Shane Nelson, 41, of W. Third Street was arrested on a warrant service arrest in the 200 block of W. Third Street at 12:29 p.m. Thursday. Police responded to a report of domestic violence in the 200 block of Woodcrest Drive at 3:28 a.m. Thursday. A reporting person indicated there was an unruly juvenile in the residence. Through the investigation at the scene, MPD learned that an incidence of domestic violence occurred earlier and the offender was taken into custody. Jason E. Maynard, 45, of Van Kirk Drive was arrested on a warrant service…
Bridges Community Action Partnership’s Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) and Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP) programs are available to provide eligible Ohioans with assistance with their home energy bills. HEAP is a federally funded program that applies a one-time benefit directly to the customer’s utility bill or bulk fuel bill. Those with a household income at or below 175% of the federal poverty guidelines are eligible for the program. Contact Bridges for further information regarding eligibilty guidelines. PIPP helps eligible Ohioans manage their energy bills year-round. Payments are based on a percentage of household income. Those whose…
According to Marysville Police Department reports: Thomas J. Schroll, 29, of Butternut Drive was cited for driving under license forfeiture or child support suspension in the 500 block of Tenth Street at 7:06 a.m. Wednesday. Chase Joseph Pfolsgrof, 30, of 500 N. Main street was cited for driving under suspension and speed in the 300 block of N. Maple Street at 4:32 p.m. Wednesday. Police responded to a report of theft in the 100 block of Butternut Drive at 11:01 a.m. Wednesday. Reports indicate an owner’s gun was missing and possibly stolen. Police responded to a report of recovered property…
A pair of geese swims with their goslings in a pond near the entrance to MacIvor Woods next to Kroger. With the temperatures on rise, gosling can be seen at many of the small retention ponds around Marysville. (Journal-Tribune photo by Sam Dillon)
Earlier this week, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced he was cutting $355 million for schools from the state budget. As a result, local districts will lose nearly $2.2 million in state funding over the next two months. As the largest district in Union County, Marysville Exempted Village School District will lose nearly half of the area’s total. While Marysville’s per-pupil reduction is relatively low, at $196, when multiplied out by the district’s 5,200-plus students the total reduction passes $1 million. That total reduction represents 1.86% of the district’s operating budget. Superintendent Diane Allen said district officials learned about the cuts…
The first buildings are under construction at The Residences at Woodside on Columbus Avenue. The first phase of the project will host 114 single-story apartments. The 107-acre property will eventually house 856 residences. (Journal-Tribune photo by Sam Dillon)
Fewer pedestrians on the downtown streets make it easier for wildlife to explore new areas of town, as this rabbit was shown hopping down a sidewalk off Main Street. (Journal-Tribune photo by Kevin Behrens)