Local Archived News

Intervention specialists retire at NUHS
By Sherryl Sheets
If you have been at North Union High School during the past ten years, you have met “Nestor.” His handler, Monika Shaffer and Nestor both retired after this school year and were recognized at last week’s special school board meeting. Monika retired with 15 years of service and Nestor retired with ten years.

School board sells land to village
By Sherryl Sheets
An agreement between North Union Local Schools and the Village of Richwood was announced at Wednesday’s special school board meeting Wednesday.

Getting teens involved is important
By Mac Cordell, Marysville J-T reporter
When Tina LaRoche left Marysville High School’s guidance department to begin working at the local board of elections office, she knew she wanted to get back into the schools.

Summer reading program begins next week
By Sherryl Sheets
The Richwood-North Union Public Library is gearing up for Summer Reading Club! The theme this summer is “Build A Better World.” Adults, teens, and children can take part in a summer of reading, prizes, and fun programs. Summer Reading Club begins Saturday, June 10, with a big Kick-Off Party! Stop in the library between 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. to get signed up, enjoy snacks and activities, and receive free giveaways.

E. Ottawa Street project ahead of schedule
By Sherryl Sheets
The Richwood Village Council is pleased with the progress of the E. Ottawa Street project. Weather has been a positive factor in getting the project done ahead of the Oct. 1 deadline.

Council votes to purchase properties
By Sherryl Sheets
When village council met Monday evening, Mayor Scott Jerew was absent from the meeting, but council approved a motion for Resolution 06012017, which authorizes Mayor Jerew to work on securing contracts on three parcels of property within the village.

Fly your flag proudly June 14
By Sherryl Sheets
June 14 is "Flag Day." Will you have your flag displayed?

Grove receives Eagle Scout award
Joshua M. Grove, son of Darrell and Cindy Grove of Richwood, has earned the highest rank of Eagle Scout. He was a member of Cub Scout Pack 109 for five years and then advanced to the Boy Scout Troop 440 for seven years. He held positions of assistant Senior Patrol Leader and Senior Patrol Leader and Scribe, during his scouting years. He received the Boy Scout of the Year award by the Richwood VFW Post 870 in 2016. His Eagle Scout project involved the financing and management of the building of picnic tables for the Calvary Baptist Church in Marysville, where he attends regularly and operates the sound system each Sunday.

Deputies searching for woman who allegedly killed kitten during domestic dispute
By Journal-Tribune staff
Union County Sheriff’s Office deputies are looking for a woman after she allegedly assaulted her daughter and killed her pet kitten during an argument this week.

Resident shares concerns about school district
By Sherryl Sheets
Matt Keever, a Richwood area resident approached the North Union Board of Education about the negative culture of the school district. He also is concerned about the number of teaching staff who have left the district.

New state budget may not favor county
By Mac Cordell, Marysville J-T reporter
As the state budget nears completion, local officials continue to be concerned about a lost tax that could cost the county nearly half a million dollars.

Nominate a veteran for the Hall of Fame
Do you know a veteran who deserves to be recognized for their achievements? Don’t miss the last chance to honor veterans who have served their communities following military service. The deadline for nominations for the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame Class of 2017 is June 30.

Fair board announces headlining entertainment
By Sherryl Sheets
The Richwood Fair board of directors have announced that Drake White and The Big Fire will headline the 2017 Richwood Independent Fair. The concert will be held Saturday, Sept. 2. Gates to the concert open at 6 p.m. and the show will begin at 7 p.m. Ticket information is available online at www.richwoodfair.com/drake

Veterans Memorial celebrates 10th anniversary
Submitted by Gail DeGood Guy
On July 4, 2007, a group of dedicated citizens who spent years planning, organizing and raising money, realized a dream come true when the North Union Veterans Memorial was unveiled.

Celebrate the Fourth of July in Prospect
By Sherryl Sheets
July 4 is a day when we celebrate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, dedicated 241 years ago on July 4, 1776. The Continental Congress declared that the thirteen American colonies regarded themselves as a new nation, the United States of America, and were no longer part of the British Empire.

Council continues discussing blighted properties
By Sherryl Sheets
Before the Monday night meeting ended, councilman Von Beal asked village solicitor Alison Boggs,

Office closed July 1-4
Because of Independence Day Tuesday, July 4, the Richwood Gazette office will be closed Saturday, July 1 - Tuesday, July 4. The business will resume normal office hours and printing schedule on Wednesday, July 5.
Have a safe holiday!