Contents that will be included in the Jerome Township time capsule are pictured above, including modern toys like a Pop Socket, Lego figurines, fidget spinners and a wristband. Along with items from recent years, the capsule will include a variety of historical documents and even written interviews with current residents. (Journal-Tribune photo by Kayleen Petrovia) — Noah Kuck, pictured in his Boy Scout uniform at center, is shown speaking about the contents of the Jerome Township time capsule with other troop members and leaders. Kuck completed a new time capsule for the township’s Soldiers…
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Jerome Township officials are considering a rezoning request that would allow for the development of 94 single-family patio homes in a neighborhood called the Courtyards on Ryan Parkway, illustrated above. (Graphic submitted) — Developers hoping to build another residential neighborhood in Jerome Township hinged their argument on one main point: their proposal is better than the alternative. “With this application, we are asking the township to consider that not all housing impact is the same,” said Tom Hart with Epcon Communities. The Jerome Township Trustees held a public hearing Tuesday to consider the rezoning of 33.08 acres of land on…
Fairbanks High School Senior Nathan Combs is pictured holding seven casts that he has worn as a result of injuries throughout his lifetime, along with boots, braces and crutches he has used. Despite a plethora of injuries, Combs maintained perfect attendance from Pre-K through 12th grade. (Photo submitted) — Nathan Combs is pictured at 9 years old with two casts after having his bones set following a fall from a backyard zipline at a friend’s birthday party. Although doctors originally scheduled surgery for the first day of third grade, Combs was able…
Plain City Mayor Jody Carney, at center, presented Plain City Police Department Chief Dale McKee with a proclamation Monday recognizing 25 years of full-time service to the village. Village Administrator Haley Lupton is also pictured applauding at left. Carney said McKee “has positively impacted multitudes of Plain City residents with his kind actions,” while Lt. Tom Jaskiewicz added that McKee serves the community “faithfully, honorably and with integrity every day.” (Journal-Tribune photo by Kayleen Petrovia) — PCPD Chief Dale McKee is pictured early in his career, which began with service as an…
A Marysville man is under arrest after a weapon was allegedly fired in a local hotel and struck a child staying in an adjacent room. Joseph Charles Seaunier III, 45, of Butternut Drive was arrested Friday night and transported to the Tri-County Regional Jail. According to a statement from Marysville Division of Police Chief Tony Brooks, first responders received a 911 call at approximately 9:03 p.m. Friday regarding a person who was shot in the leg at the Super 8 located at 16510 Square Drive. The caller stated that a 4-year-old boy was struck in the lower leg by a…
I recently saw a post online that said “my toxic trait is thinking that any wild animal I come across wants to be my friend.” Logically, I know this is not true, but I love the zoo because it allows me to live out this fantasy where every animal loves me as much as I love him or her. There are lots of animals I would like to meet at the zoo, but I am particularly attached to Nora the polar bear. Nora was born at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium during my freshman year at Ohio State, so I…
Plain City Council approved two ordinances during a special meeting Wednesday that will allow the village to move forward with improvements to Noteman Road. Council unanimously approved a contract of $1,408,992 with John Eramo and Sons, Inc., a Hilliard-based contractor, to complete the Noteman Road area improvements project. The contract is broken down into $496,611 for storm improvements, $337,670 for sanitary rehabilitation, $361,680 for water line improvements and $164,930.50 for pavement repairs. An additional $93,100.50 is included for “general shared items.” Council also approved a supplemental budget update that will account for a grant and loans from the Ohio Public…
After months of searching, Jerome Township has a township administrator. The Jerome Township Trustees announced Tuesday that former Bellefontaine Police Department Chief Brandon Standley accepted the position of administrator. “My expertise in community policing, visionary leadership and consistent professionalism would make me an outstanding choice to begin managing the needs and services of your township,” Standley wrote in a cover letter to the trustees. Standley spent 28 years with the Bellefontaine Police Department, 12 of which he served as chief. According to his resume, Standley had been employed by the Bellefontaine Police Department since 1995, following his graduation from OSU…
Dr. Eric Gordon, medical director of OSU Large Animal Services, is pictured showing how “Gladys,” a veterinary simulator, works. The model cow has artificial reproductive tracts and allows students to learn how to complete obstetric procedures and rectal exams. Working with Gladys is one of many skills students at OSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine learn while on their clinical rotations in Marysville. (Journal-Tribune photo by Kayleen Petrovia) — For Dr. Eric Gordon, working as the medical director of Ohio State’s Large Animal Services in Marysville is a bit of a full circle moment. Since 2006, he has overseen the clinic…
Following the Monday shooting at The Covenant School, a private school in Nashville, local law enforcement and parochial schools are highlighting their safety and security efforts. When it comes to keeping students safe, school officials said their partnership with law enforcement is crucial. “We want their presence known,” said Trinity Lutheran Principal Cathy McNabb. While private schools like Trinity Lutheran and St. John’s do not have officers posted in their buildings, McNabb said officers from the Marysville Division of Police visit the school regularly to walk through the buildings and talk to students. Sgt. Josh Dillahunt, who oversees MPD’s School…
Plain City Council members took actions Monday to prepare for growth in the village, both at its core and the outskirts. During its meeting Monday, council unanimously adopted the Uptown Master Plan and approved a statement of services that will be available to a proposed annexation on Plain City-Lafayette Road. The Uptown Master Plan provides a framework for the future growth and development potential of the area. Council members heard from representatives from OHM Advisors, the consulting firm that completed the Uptown Master Plan, during their March work session earlier this month. Kim Littleton with OHM explained to council that…
Students are pictured speaking with prospective employers during the recent Champaign County Career Fair. Juniors and seniors from Triad were at the event to learn more about potential workplaces and career preparedness. (Photo submitted) — Triad educators are working to ensure that students get a glimpse into possible career fields before taking the jump. During the district’s Board of Education meeting Tuesday, Director of Academic Programs Patrick Johnson said, whether through career fairs, internships or job shadowing, he wants to make sure students have as much preparation for their futures as possible. Johnson said it wasn’t until two years into…
Construction workers took advantage of the spring weather Tuesday afternoon to begin erecting walls at the site of the future Sheetz at 800 Delaware Ave. In November 2022, the City of Marysville’s planning commission approved a plan to a develop a “neighborhood-scale Sheetz” with a 6,000-square-foot building and six gas pumps. (Journal-Tribune photo by Kayleen Petrovia)
The Union County Board of Health took a moment during its most recent meeting to reflect on its “final wrap-up” of the health department’s response to COVID-19. In a presentation to the board, Health Commissioner Jason Orcena called the pandemic the “single most impactful event in living memory for public health agencies.” While the Union County Health Department will continue efforts to tamp the spread of the coronavirus, Orcena explained that most of its “broader programming” ended in 2022. Orcena said national COVID-19 emergency declarations are scheduled to end on May 11, nearly three years after sweeping measures were imposed…
Graphics above illustrate the types of signage Plain City could install as part of a wayfinding program initiated by Union County. A preliminary budget indicates the village would need to pay $137,450 to implement the signage recommended. (Graphic submitted) — Plain City will be one of several municipalities to install new signage throughout the village as part of a wayfinding program initiated by Union County. Union County Tourism (previously known at the Union County Convention and Visitors Bureau) Director Karen Eylon presented the wayfinding plan to Plain City Council members during their most recent meeting. Eylon said a preliminary budget…