ODOT project set to begin early

By Michael Williamson

The paving project for Route 161 through Plain City is on track to start earlier than expected.
Village Administrator Nathan Cahall said the Ohio Department of Transportation initially planned for a June/July start date but could begin construction next month.
“Residents will have noticed the contra...

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Plain City mayor sees another year of progress ahead

By Jack Christian

January 19, 2026

As Plain City heads into a new year, familiar priorities remain at the forefront for village leadership, growth and connectivity. Those themes guided much of the village’s work in 2025 and are expecte...

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New trustee begins term in Jerome Township

By Jack Christian

January 9, 2026

A new year is bringing new leadership to Jerome Township as Andrea Watson begins her term as township trustee. Watson was appointed to fill the seat vacated by former Trustee Wezlynn Davis, who steppe...

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Plain City plans for return of Corn Carnival

By Jack Christian

December 20, 2025

The Village of Plain City announced the return of the Plain City Corn Carnival, officially bringing the longtime community tradition back to the village on Saturday, September 12, 2026. The event will...

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Rare bacterial infection traced to isolated home well

By Kyle Meddles

January 21, 2026

A rare bacterial disease is being investigated by the Union County Health Department (UCHD) after an isolated incident where a Union County resident was infected with the bacteria from their own well ...

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City manpower, salt use up 15% this winter

By Michael Williamson

January 21, 2026

Snow and bitter cold slated for this weekend has city and county crews preparing in what has already been a busy winter season. Though the weekend snowfall totals vary – models range from around one i...

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Woman dies in Watkins Road crash

By From JT Staff Reports

January 21, 2026

A two-vehicle crash on Monday was ruled fatal after a Marysville woman died of injuries sustained in the crash. Patrol Lieutenant Josh Kent with the Union County Sheriff’s Office said that a 2007 Hond...

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JA boys soccer coach steps down; takes job at Dublin Scioto

By Aleksei Pavloff

January 21, 2026

The conclusion of head coaching eras can sometimes be bittersweet. Jonathan Alder has seen a tremendous amount of success with Jordan McMurray at the helm of the school’s boys soccer program. Some may...

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Local athletes of week named

By Tim Miller

January 21, 2026

The Journal-Tribune has named its athletes of the week. Junior wrestler Cami Leng is Marysville’s top athlete. Leng helped lead the MHS girls team to a 77-6 triumph over Olentangy. She scored a 19-3 t...

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Cole Brewer (24) of Marysville goes up for a basket in this file photo. Brewer scored 10 points during a loss to Springfield. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

Cagers on wrong end of scores

By Bob Putman, Tim Miller

January 21, 2026

A basketball team that has played a game nearly once every two days experienced fatigue during a recent setback. Marysville’s boys varsity hoopsters fell to Springfield 52-34 in what was their ninth c...