News, Plain City

November 11, 2020

Oak Grove back on table in Plain City

By Kayleen Petrovia

Plain City Council heard the first reading of an ordinance to approve the plan, pictured above, for the proposed Oak Grove development. The planning and zoning commission recommended denial of the initial plan in November 2019. However, miscommunication between the developers and village staff led c...

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Traffic calming features, known as bump-outs, shown here in a proposed design at the intersection of Walnut Street and East Fifth Street, are part of a series of potential upgrades the city is considering. (Journal-Tribune photo by Michael Williamson)

Eyeing the future of Fifth Street

Residents pour over potential plans for city artery

By Michael Williamson

July 1, 2025

Changes are coming to East Fifth Street in Marysville in the coming years and officials are hoping to hear more from residents about what’s being considered for the roadway project. The city held an o...

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Two longtime Marysville businesses are sold

Chapman Ford, Industrial Ceramics announce moves on the same day

By From JT Staff Reports

July 1, 2025

Chapman Ford Coughlin Automotive has acquired Chapman Ford, Ohio’s oldest car dealership founded in 1913, adding a third location in Marysville. The newly acquired store, located at 1255 Columbus Ave....

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Charges result from incidents of family violence

Grand jury indictments

By Kyle Meddles

July 1, 2025

Two men have been charged separately in domestic violence incidents after allegedly attacking family members. The Union County Grand Jury has indicted Timothy Alan Wilson, 40, of 9793 Boundary Road, R...

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Eyeing the future of Fifth Street

Residents pour over potential plans for city artery

By Michael Williamson

July 1, 2025

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Two longtime Marysville businesses are sold

Chapman Ford, Industrial Ceramics announce moves on the same day

By From JT Staff Reports

July 1, 2025

Jonathan Alder girls basketball squad climbs to Division III; Lady Cardinals drop to D-VII for 2025-2026 campaign

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In the photo to the left, Triad’s Gracie Martin (1) goes up against Claire Meihls of Fairbanks for a shot during the 2024-2025 season. In the photo to the right, Jonathan Alder’s Kennedy McGrath drives along the baseline toward the basket. Triad’s girls team has moved down from Division VI to Division VII for the 2025-2026 campaign. The Lady Pioneers have moved up to Division III from Division IV. (Journal-Tribune photos by Tim Miller)

Jonathan Alder girls basketball squad climbs to Division III; Lady Cardinals drop to D-VII for 2025-2026 campaign

By Tim Miller

July 1, 2025

The Ohio High School Athletic Association recently released its boys and girls basketball divisional lineups for the 2025-2026 season. Most of the teams in the Union County area will compete in the sa...

North Union Lady Cat cagers look strong during off-season

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North Union’s Gabby Lindsey (right) tries to get past a defender during a regular season game against Olentangy Berlin during the 2024-25 high school campaign. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)

North Union Lady Cat cagers look strong during off-season

By Aleksei Pavloff

July 1, 2025

Teamwork and partnership were the main focal points for North Union girls head basketball coach Mitchell Loomis going into the offseason. So far his Lady Cats are holding their end of the bargain foll...

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Charges result from incidents of family violence

Grand jury indictments

By Kyle Meddles

July 1, 2025

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Local law enforcement, fire and EMS agencies were trained on special equipment Monday from Project Lifesaver, a program designed to help first responders locate missing individuals with cognitive disorders. Above, the radio receiver, used to locate individuals wearing a transmitter, sits on the Lifesaver kit. (Journal-Tribune photo by Michael Williamson)

Program tracks wanderers

Project Lifesaver can help find those with cognitive disabilities

By Michael Williamson

June 30, 2025

Law enforcement, fire and EMS agencies from around Union County gathered at the fairgrounds this week to train for Project Lifesaver. The Union County Sheriff’s Office led an expanded, day-long traini...