The coronavirus has taken its toll on the local economy as many businesses are closed while others have employees working from home. There are many who wonder how and why anyone is still working under the stay at home order issued but Gov. Mike DeWine. There are essential businesses that a community must have even in a crisis, such as the blizzard of 1978 and today’s pandemic. What we have witnessed during the shutdown is how valuable grocery stores, banks, hospitals, a reliable news source and other necessary entities have been for the general public. Two weeks ago there were…
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Just because they are social distancing, doesn’t mean people cannot offer messages of hope and good will. From virtual bear hunts to parades of teachers, residents are trying to be creative in spreading cheer. This, along with other chalk messages, greeted those walking on Fourth Street in Marysville recently. (Journal-Tribune photo by Mac Cordell)
Vickie Lynn Smart, 66, of Lewis Center died peacefully Monday, March 30 at home following a long battle with cancer. Born Feb. 16, 1954 in Cincinnati to James M. and Delores (Ritter) Hon, she was a 1972 graduate and member of the Honor Society at Buckeye Valley High School. Her interests focused on journalism during her high school years, which she continued to pursue at Ohio State University. Leaving college, she began a career in retail sales in clothing and jewelry. She eventually started working at Berman’s Leather Goods, eventually managing the Westland mall store, followed by the larger Northland…
According to Marysville Police Department reports: Police responded to an incident of theft of a motor vehicle in the 300 block of Terrace Court at 6:22 a.m. Wednesday. Reports indicate a maroon Saturn was stolen from a parking spot. It was located a short distance away by MPD units. Police responded to a civil standby in the 400 block of Chestnut Street at 3:31 p.m. Wednesday. Reports indicate a local resident reported a civil matter. MPD responded to assist another agency in the 800 block of Hickory Drive at 4:20 p.m. Wednesday. Reports indicate a female was transported by medics…
Municipal Court Speeding – Marcus R. Anderson Jr., Toledo, $58 fine, $165 costs. Speeding – Ryan E. Cain, Caledonia, $58 fine, $165 costs. Seat belt – Dusty W. Forsythe, 1099 Milford Avenue, $30 fine, $91 costs. Window tint – Bethany M. Parrish, 17260 Paver Barnes Road, $58 fine, $110 costs. Marked lanes – Margie A. Stevens, Richwood, $55 fine, $113 costs. No OL – William D. Price, Middleburg, FL, $58 fine, $216 costs. Speeding – Williard B. McNeely, 601 Kenny Lane, $58 fine, $110 costs. Speeding – Sandeep S. Sekhon, Brampton, ON, $58 fine, $110 costs. Speeding – Duwayne F.…
Delores A. Woodworth, 78, of Milford Center died unexpectedly Monday morning at her residence. She was retired after 33 years of service with Ranco in Plain City. Following her retirement from Ranco, she and her husband operated Woody’s Dairy Bar in Milford Center for 12 years. She was a member of the Women of the Moose and an avid Kentucky Wildcats basketball fan. She loved the kitchen, cooking and baking, but, more so, will be remembered as a very loving, caring and giving person – especially to her family and grandchildren. She enjoyed the outdoors, caring for her flower and…
According to Marysville Police Department reports: Police responded to a report of criminal damaging/endangering in the 700 block of Meadows Drive at 7:36 a.m. Tuesday. Reports indicate the reporting person indicated their front door was kicked in, but nothing was taken from their residence. The door frame was damaged beyond repair. Police responded to the scene of an accident involving a hitskip driver that occurred on Aspen Drive at 4 p.m. Tuesday. Reports indicate a parked vehicle was struck by another vehicle between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Tuesday. There were no witnesses to the incident. According to Union County…
Golf legend Tiger Woods follows through on his shot in this file photo from the Memorial Tournament in Dublin. The tournament is still scheduled to be held in early June and will expand its field from 120 to 144 golfers. (Journal-Tribune photo by Kevin Behrens) The PGA Tour, like the rest of the sports world, remains on hold due to the coronavirus pandemic. As such, the organization has canceled or postponed 11 events for the 2020 season. One tournament in central Ohio, however, remains on as scheduled. The Memorial Golf Tournament is still scheduled to be played June 4-7 at…
Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Miller of Mink Street Road near Ostrander are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary. Mr. Miller and the former Juanita Cremeans were married on April 1, 1960 by the Rev. Don Webb at the Magnetic Springs United Methodist Church. Mr. Miller is retired from the Scotts Company in Marysville and Mrs. Miller is retired from Marion General Home Health Nursing in Marion. They have two daughters, Suzanne (Charlie) McNeal of Marysville and Lisa (Eric) Harden of Plain City; three grandsons; and two great granddaughters. A family celebration is planned at a later date. (Photo submitted)
John and Angie (Petrovia) Miller of Marysville are celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary. The couple was married April 1, 1995 by the Rev. Hubert Rausch at St. Mary’s Church in Fairfax Station, Virginia. Mr. Miller will retire from the United States Postal Service this year. Mrs. Miller currently works for Micro Center electronics. They have one son, Johnny, who is a student at the University of Alabama. (Photo submitted)
The Union County Health Department received notice Monday of a fourth, lab-confirmed case of COVID-19 in the county. The affected individual is an adult female. As of March 30, UCHD reports three adult females and one adult male have tested positive for the virus in Union County. A contact investigation is underway to identify and notify close contacts of the individual. Those in close contact to the individual will be notified by public health. They will be assessed for symptoms and instructed to self-quarantine for 14 days while monitoring for symptoms. Schools Also Monday, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine extended school…
The Free Little Library on West Fourth Street in Marysville is temporarily closed at the advice of the owner’s doctor. The owner, allowed users time to retrieve books before closing the library and has provided an option of some books that have not been touched since before the virus. The owner did recommend users wash their hands after taking a book and after reading it. According to the non-profit organization’s website, many of the Free Little Libraries around the country have closed “out of an abundance of caution.” (Journal-Tribune photo by Mac Cordell)
Colleen K. Shirk, 75, of Marysville died Saturday morning, March 28 at Select Services in Columbus following an extended illness. A person of great faith, she was a longtime member of The Restored Church of God. In her employment years, she was a home care health aid and nurse aid. She enjoyed playing cards, dominoes and roller skating with her family. Her greatest joys in life were attending all her grandchildren’s activities and spending time with family. She was born Feb. 18, 1945 in Marysville to the late Walter and Honor VanAtta Laird. She was also preceded in death by…