Plain City

Plain City, Police Beat
By From JT Staff Reports 
March 16, 2023
According to Plain City Police Department reports: An officer found a door unsecure at McDonald’s on South Jefferson Avenue at 1:21 a.m. March 13. The officer searched the building and found nothing o...
Plain City a part of signage unification plan
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
March 16, 2023
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...
PC Library hosts farm-themed event
Plain City
By From JT Staff Reports 
March 9, 2023
The Plain City Public Library recently hosted a farm-themed Story Time to celebrate “Read Across America Day” and National Agriculture Month. During the event, children listened to Mayor Jody Carney, ...
Plain City, Police Beat
By From JT Staff Reports 
March 9, 2023
According to Plain City Police Department reports: An officer responded to Marathon/GB Power LLC on West Main Street at 7:40 p.m. March 6 for a report of a private property crash. An incident report w...
Jerome population has doubled in 10 years
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
March 9, 2023
As Jerome Township Fiscal Officer Robert Caldwell presented the 2022 Financial Statement to the Board of Trustees, he said some of the most interesting figures included in the document aren’t related ...
P.C. looks to revitalize Main Street area
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
March 3, 2023
The graphic above illustrates a concept to create a public plaza at the intersection of Main Street and Chillicothe Street in Uptown Plain City. Improvements at the intersection are one of six “priori...
Plain City, Police Beat
By From JT Staff Reports 
March 2, 2023
According to Plain City Police Department reports: Officers responded to Mike’s Pit Stop on West Main Street at 7:39 p.m. Feb. 27 for a report of a possible domestic dispute. The parties stated it was...
PCPD offers young driver training
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
March 2, 2023
Plain City teenagers are pictured attending a recent session of the Plain City Police Department’s New-Behind-The-Wheel Driver Training. The course, which offers advice and instruction beyond what is ...
Plain City part-time and seasonal employees to see pay increase
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
March 2, 2023
Plain City officials are planning to bump pay for part-time and seasonal employees, in accordance with an increase to minimum wage. Council heard the first reading of a resolution Monday that will inc...
Transport trailer parking a problem in Jerome Township
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
February 27, 2023
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...
Plain City, Police Beat
By From JT Staff Reports 
February 27, 2023
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...
ARPA funds may be used for Jerome Twp. Hall
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
February 27, 2023
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...
Jerome taxing district officially approved
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
February 20, 2023
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...
Troop leads pledge of allegiance
News, Plain City
By From JT Staff Reports 
February 16, 2023
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 ...
PC facility rental rates to increase
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
February 16, 2023
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...
P.C. Council creates Economic Development Committee
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
February 15, 2023
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...
Committee appointments draw debate in Jerome Twp.
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
February 13, 2023
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...
Plain City approached about annexation for condo community
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
February 9, 2023
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 to suspend meeting livestreams
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
February 9, 2023
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...
Prior legal actions continue to draw discussion in Jerome Township
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
February 8, 2023
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...
P.C. business community gives village input
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
February 7, 2023
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...
Plain City, Police Beat
By From JT Staff Reports 
February 3, 2023
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...
Board members needed for new sewer district
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
February 2, 2023
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...
Plain City, Police Beat
By From JT Staff Reports 
January 27, 2023
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...
Village honors students with Youth Spotlight awards
News, Plain City
By From JT Staff Reports 
January 27, 2023
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 officials again debate noise ordinance
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
January 27, 2023
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 ...
P.C. Council  eyes limit on duration of campsite rentals
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
January 26, 2023
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 ...
Jerome narrowing firms for comp plan
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
January 23, 2023
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...
Plain City, Police Beat
By From JT Staff Reports 
January 20, 2023
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 Trustees create longevity bonuses
News, Plain City
By Kayleen Petrovia 
January 20, 2023
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...