Richwood resident recounts Pearl Harbor event
By Sherryl Sheets
Seventy-five years ago on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 1941, Japan’s surprise attack on Pearl Harbor was a historic blow to America. This week, hundreds of Pearl Harbor survivors, World War II veterans and their families are remembering the anniversary of the attack and honoring the legacy of those who served and who paid the ultimate sacrifice. A Richwood survivor recounts his part during the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Septic system permits must be renewed
From Richwood Gazette staff reports
Union County residents who own property with a septic system received an application to renew their operation permit this week from the Union County Health Department. The Union County Health Department mailed approximately 9,000 septic system permit applications Friday in compliance with statewide sewage rules that took effect Jan. 1, 2015.

Wreaths Across America honor veterans
The Victor A. Hammond Union County Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Unit 234 will be participating in Wreaths Across America at the Union County Veterans Monument at the courthouse on Saturday, Dec. 17. The event will begin at approximately noon. The public is invited to attend the ceremony. Seven ceremonial wreaths will be placed at the monument to remember those who served, to honor their sacrifices and to teach our younger generations about the high cost of our freedoms.

EMS service added to Washington Township
By Sherryl Sheets
The Southeast Hardin-Northwest Union Joint Fire District has added new support to their fleet and coverage.

Students’ math skills add up to excellence
There were 24 North Union High School students who participated Friday, Dec. 9, at the Ohio State University, Marion Branch, (OSUM) in a math competition. About 200 students from eight area schools, solved problems ranging from Algebra to Calculus.

Record donations greet Care Train’s 30th auction
While it was a record in terms of dollars, the number that Care Train officials want to focus on is 30.

Council puts finishing touches on 2016
By Sherryl Sheets
Richwood village council members met Monday at their regular meeting to finish up business for fiscal year 2016.

Pie Giveaway winners are announced
By Sherryl Sheets
The Richwood Area Business Association has sponsored the annual Pie Giveaway event for several years, and the public always responds with entries.

CEO of UCO leaving in February
From J-T Staff Reports
The Board of Directors of UCO Industries, Inc. has accepted the resignation of CEO Amanda Eley, effective Feb. 3.

Legislation introduced for daily fantasy sports
By Mac Cordell, Marysville J-T reporter
Senator Dave Burke of Marysville says he is trying to protect Ohioans who enjoy playing daily fantasy sports.

Jurors announced for 2017 term
By Sherryl Sheets
The following jurors have been drawn for the January 2017 term of the Court of Common Pleas, and will be subject to jury duty through April, 30, 2017.

Board hears update in technology
By Sherryl Sheets
Members of the North Union Board of Education heard an update by Jared Evans, the district's technology coordinator at Monday night's meeting.

Churches offer special Christmas services
By Sherryl Sheets
Local area churches are inviting the public to attend special services celebrating Christmas. Listed below are the churches holding services, times, and addresses. These services are free and the public is encouraged to attend any of the events.

Newspaper publishes a day late during holidays
The Richwood Gazette will be publishing a day late during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays.
The papers will be available on newsstands and mailed to subscribers on Thursday, Dec. 29, and Thursday, Jan. 5, 2017. This will allow the staff time to celebrate with their families.
We do wish all of our family and friends a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year!

Parish enters plea to avoid murder charge
By Mac Cordell, Marysville J-T reporter
The woman accused of helping kill a Richwood man has entered a plea to avoid a possible murder conviction.