Off The Hook
November 13, 2015

McCarthy’s was the place to be

By Melanie Behrens

Ruth and Bill McCarthy were part of the Marysville High School class of 1949, but they first met when they both worked at Wolgamot and Orahood Drug Store, located on the southwest corner of Fifth and Main Streets. A driving school is located there today. Ruth actually helped Bill get his high school...

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Local News, News
Paul Cunningham, pictured at left, watches a video monitor as Marysville City Manager Terry Emery, right, records a segment for the 2026 State of the City address in the Journal-Tribune building. Cunningham’s company, Cool World, has been producing videos for the city, including the one presented at Monday night’s annual event, since 2018. (Journal-Tribune photo by Michael Williamson)
Cool World a product of owner’s vision
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Sports
The turf is being installed at the new Fairbanks High School softball diamond. The facility is expected to be ready for use by the middle of April for the remainder of the 2026 season. (Photo Submitted)
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Sports
In the photo to the left, Marysville’s 215-pounder Logan Adelsberger has a headlock on an Indian Lake opponent. In the photo at the right, Brennan Hoffer, MHS’ 120-pounder, is applying a cross-face to his opponent. The Monarchs will host a Division I sectional tournament today. (Journal-Tribune photos by Kevin Behrens)
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