Apartments, commercial sites proposed along U.S. 42 in Plain City

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February 7, 2025

Plain City is considering a concept plan for a new development in the village. The site, shown above in yellow, would bring apartments and commercial lots to the land on the west side of U.S. 42, near Pastime Park. Plans came before council at the most recent meeting and will now go back to the planning commission for possible zoning changes. (Graphic submitted)

Apartments, commercial sites proposed along U.S. 42 in Plain City

By Michael Williamson

Plain City Council heard the first concept plan for a proposed development that could bring some apartment units and commercial spaces into the village.

Dwight McCabe, with the McCabe Companies, presented the plan for what is known as the Ballantyne property on U.S. 42 at a recent council meeting aft...

Months of New California roadwork begins

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Construction barrels line the northwestern side of Industrial Parkway in Jerome Township, reducing the roadway down to one lane. The northbound lane closure is part of the months-long project to widen U.S. 42 and add turn lanes to Industrial Parkway. (Journal-Tribune photo by Michael Williamson)

Months of New California roadwork begins

By Michael Williamson

March 28, 2026

Work has started on the large-scale New California intersection improvement project in Jerome Township and Union County officials said there are already some concerns with traffic. Administrator Bill ...

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Plain City progressing on path to utility aggregation

By Jack Christian

March 28, 2026

The Village of Plain City conducted the first reading of its new gas and electric aggregation program at a recent council meeting, marking another step toward implementation. The program will be admin...

District residents invited to say good-bye to J.A. stadium

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Jonathan Alder Junior High School’s football stadium, pictured above, will be demolished as part of the district’s renovations to the campus starting next week. (Journal-Tribune photo by Michael Williamson)

District residents invited to say good-bye to J.A. stadium

By Michael Williamson

March 28, 2026

Jonathan Alder is inviting members of the community to get one last look at the junior high stadium and grand stands before the demolition and revitalization work starts next week. “As we look ahead t...

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Long time coming

By Kyle Meddles

April 3, 2026

The Marysville Chick-fil-A held its grand opening Thursday, drawing crowds both inside the restaurant and around the drive-thru lanes. Some residents even dressed for the occasion, as seen above as a ...

North Union boys, girls track/field athletes respectively place first, second during triangular meets at RV

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North Union’s Glory Blevins approaches the bar in the girls high jump during a meet at River Valley. Blevins was the top competitor in the event. (Journal-Tribune photo by Bob Putman)

North Union boys, girls track/field athletes respectively place first, second during triangular meets at RV

By Bob Putman

April 2, 2026

The past few seasons North Union track coach Cole Krawczyk likes to ease his athletes into the start of the Wildcats’ schedule. After staging an intersquad meet last week, North Union’s second meet wa...

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Marysville, Fairbanks softball teams notch wins

By Tim Miller

April 2, 2026

Marysville’s varsity softball team upped its record to 4-2 with a 9-6 victory over Willowbrook High School. The spring break game was played in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. The Lady Monarchs plated five runs i...

Panthers outlast North Union on varsity baseball diamond

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Fairbanks’ Carson Reames (27) steals third base as North Union’s Peyton Davis awaits the throw. The Panthers edged North Union, 6-5, on Tuesday. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

Panthers outlast North Union on varsity baseball diamond

By Tim Miller

April 2, 2026

There are times when a baseball game reveals the gritty nature of a team. Tuesday evening’s Fairbanks-North Union contest actually showed just how tough both squads played. The Panthers (1-0) won the ...

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Auditor candidates address top issues

By Michael Williamson

April 2, 2026

The Union County Auditor’s Office race will come down to two candidates in the primary election. Incumbent Andrea Weaver is looking to hold onto her seat as challenger Tanalee Stoll looks to challenge...

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Commissioner hopefuls deliver details on platforms

By Michael Williamson

April 2, 2026

Three people are vying for the position of Union County Commissioner this May. The seat, currently held by Commissioner Dave Lawrence, will open up next year and residents Shaun Bailey, Letitia Rayl a...