Jerome Township officials may adopt legislation to restrict drivers from parking in the public right-of-way in the Industrial Parkway area. During the most recent trustees meeting, the board heard fro...

According to Plain City Police Department reports: An officer responded to U.S. 42 at 12:41 a.m. Feb. 20 for a report of a loose canine. The officer canvassed the area but was unable to locate the can...

Jerome Township officials are prioritizing upgrades to the Township Hall as they consider how to spend more than $500,000 in federal COVID relief dollars. Fiscal Officer Robert Caldwell told the Board...

Officials on Friday formally approved the resolution that will levy an income tax on individuals working in the Joint Economic Development District (JEDD) between Jerome Township and the City of Marys...

Plain City Boy Scout Troop 90 presented the colors and led the Pledge of Allegiance during the most recent village council meeting. Mayor Jody Carney, pictured at center, said she recently acted as a ...

Rental rates for village facilities throughout Plain City will increase, though they now include a discount for residents compared to those who live outside of the village. Council voted unanimously M...

Plain City Council took care of business surrounding a number of committees Monday, including establishing one new committee and appointing residents to others. Council unanimously voted during its mo...

Two committee appointments drew debate during the most recent Jerome Township trustees meeting, as a lone trustee argued to maintain the Fire Chief’s and his own seats on separate boards. Jerome Towns...

As Plain City officials work to finalize an updated zoning code, council heard from a developer that hopes to bring a new residential community to the area. Jonathan Wilcox, with Wilcox Communities, a...

Jerome Township will temporarily stop livestreaming its meetings, in what several of the trustees called a cost-saving measure. In a split vote Tuesday, Trustees Wezlynn Davis and Megan Sloat voted to...

Jerome Township officials spent time Monday discussing how a pattern of legal action surrounding residential development will affect growth in the years to come. Zoning Commission members had an oppor...

Plain City officials are considering the opinions of current business owners as they plan for continued growth in the area. During council’s most recent work session, Development Manager Jason Stanfor...

According to Plain City Police Department reports: An officer received a complaint regarding possible harassment on South Chillicothe Street at 5:40 p.m. Jan. 30. An investigation is ongoing. Officers...

Plain City officials are seeking applications from those interested in serving on the Mid-Ohio Water and Sewer District Board of Directors. “This is an exciting opportunity to create, develop and admi...

According to Plain City Police Department reports: Officers responded to Warbler Lane at 10:46 p.m. Jan. 24 for a well-being check. Officers made contact and were advised everything was fine. An offic...

Mayor Jody Carney recently named the first recipients of the Plain City Youth Spotlight recognition. Through the program, young people in the community will be recognized for good works. From left are...

Plain City Council will once again consider noise regulations throughout the village. During council’s most recent work session, Zoning Inspector Derek Hutchinson asked council for guidance as to how ...

As Plain City officials consider the future of Pastime Park, they are zeroing in on one specific area: the campground. Parks and Recreation Director Linda Granger asked council during its most recent ...

The graphic provided by MKSK depicts the six “components” the consulting firm follows when creating a comprehensive plan. They include process preparation, baseline research, community outreach and en...

According to Plain City Police Department reports: An officer responded to Maple Court at 5:40 p.m. Jan. 16 for a report of downed wires and stood by until the Pleasant Valley Fire District resolved t...

Jerome Township officials will implement a new policy in an effort to retain employees and show appreciation to long-term staff members. During the Board of Trustees meeting Tuesday, members voted una...

The location of the Ballhouse is illustrated above. The site of the “Active Agers” Indoor Walking Program is in the fenced lot directly behind the Plain City Public Library. (Graphic submitted) -- The...

Jerome Township officials recently approved their 2023 budget, which includes notable revenue increases resulting from a bump in property taxes. Fiscal Officer Robert Caldwell said, in total, the town...

According to Plain City Police Department reports: An officer found a phone laying in the parking lot of Der Dutchman on South Jefferson Avenue at 12:44 a.m. Jan. 3. Attempts are being made to locate ...

Plain City officials took the first step toward providing a tax abatement to a developer who would like to turn the former Rialto Theater into an event center. On Monday, council approved a motion to ...

A solar project under consideration in Madison County could have sizable financial implications for the Jonathan Alder school district. Madison County Administrator Rob Slane and Economic Development ...

Canaan Middle School students present plaques with the Jonathan Alder logo to members of the school board Monday night for January’s School Board Appreciation Month. Students worked on the gifts in Al...

Bryce Swartz, second from right, was nominated for the new “Excellence in Action” Staff Recognition Award at the Jonathan Alder Board of Education meeting Monday night. School officials said the award...

Plain City Council spent its first meeting of the year planning for the future. During council’s work session Wednesday, members set their goals for 2023 and were appointed to their committee assignme...

According to Plain City Police Department reports: An officer responded to Miller’s Furniture at 4:36 a.m. Dec. 20 for a possible domestic dispute. Both parties agreed to remain calm and separate. An ...