The tire incident

By Melanie Behrens

If you read this column regularly, you may remember my friend, Jill. She has been the source of some wonderful stories over the years and now she’s at it again.
It seems she had packed her car for several weeks for a vacation at the Jersey Shore. She had everything the family would need and was jus...

Off The Hook

The legend of Werewolf Lane

By Melanie Behrens

September 25, 2020

Editor’s note: The last article J-T columnist Melanie Behrens was working on before her death April 30 was the following story about Werewolf Lane. The information was supplied by Leroy Cook, who coll...

Off The Hook

Take a penny, leave a penny

By Melanie Behrens

May 1, 2020

Copper pennies are the smallest increment in our money. And now, monetarily, they’re actually worth almost nothing. Many times in stores and businesses you will see a little jar that says, “need a pen...

Off The Hook

Pocket watches gave them their start

By Melanie Behrens

April 24, 2020

I came across some information of how a once great retailer got its start and was surprised at the name disclosure at the end. I hope you too will enjoy this. If you were in the market for a watch in ...

Court News, News

Man tased after fleeing from police

Grand jury Indictments

By Kyle Meddles

July 3, 2025

A man from Indiana was tased and detained after being charged for allegedly fleeing law enforcement in a stolen car. The Union County Grand Jury has indicted Corbin Bernard Bergsma, 32, of Indianapoli...

Local News, News

Run, Hardy, Run!

By Aleksei Pavloff

July 3, 2025

Officer Steve Hardy with the Marysville Division of Police works to avoid getting out at the city’s Cops vs Kids: Kickball Classic game at Eljer Park Wednesday. Officers and area children took part in...

News, Plain City, Plain City News

Jerome continues discussion of 46-home project

By Jack Christian

July 3, 2025

Jerome Township officials voted Tuesday to continue discussions for a later date regarding a zoning application that could reshape a portion of the township’s development plan. The application propose...

Local News, News

Fireworks safety tips offered

By Kyle Meddles

July 2, 2025

With Independence Day celebrations kicking off for the Fourth of July this weekend, Marysville first responders offer their perspectives on fireworks and discuss how to enjoy the holiday safely. Ohio ...

Local News, News

Timberview development hits a stall

By Michael Williamson

July 2, 2025

The new development being proposed for Timberview Golf Course has hit a roadblock. At the Tuesday evening meeting of the Marysville Planning Commission, board members voted to table a decision on the ...

Freshmen were key members of another successful Marysville softball squad

Sports

Marysville softball freshmen Lexi Hakola (left) and Brie Jennings played vital roles during the Lady Monarchs’ run to another Division I district title. Both respectively started at first base and in the outfield during the 2025 campaign. (Journal-Tribune photos by Tim Miller)

Freshmen were key members of another successful Marysville softball squad

By Tim Miller

July 2, 2025

Making the switch from middle school sports to the high school level can be a very big adjustment for any athlete. Going from the younger age group to earning a spot on a varsity roster is quite an ac...