County sets record for annual interest earnings

By Michael Williamson

As predicted, Union County hit record interest income for 2024 despite fourth quarter earnings dipping slightly compared to the previous year.

During the county’s investment advisory committee report Wednesday, Treasurer Andrew Smarra told the county commissioners that by the end of 2024, investmen...

Isaiah Archer attains rank of Eagle Scout

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Isaiah Archer, a former student of St. John’s Lutheran Church, was recently awarded the rank of Eagle Scout. Pictured above is Archer sitting on one of the seven steel benches that he installed as part of his Eagle Scout Project last year. (Photo submitted)

Isaiah Archer attains rank of Eagle Scout

By From JT Staff Reports

February 7, 2025

Isaiah Archer, a member of East Liverpool’s BSA Troop 2041 of Buckeye Council, recently earned the rank of Eagle Scout. Before moving to East Liverpool, he attended St. John’s Lutheran Church and Scho...

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

Plain City News

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

February 7, 2025

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, prese...

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Nestle scraps $30M expansion

By Kyle Meddles

February 7, 2025

The Nestle Company’s planned expansion in Marysville is being cancelled due to unexpected cost increases. “We have reconsidered the planned relocation of our Nestle Quality Assurance Center (NQAC) in ...

FHS girls, Triad boys drop hoop contests

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Grace Zahn of Fairbanks drives past an opponent in this file photo. Zahn scored 12 points during a recent game against Centerburg. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

FHS girls, Triad boys drop hoop contests

By Tim Miller

February 7, 2025

Fairbanks’ girls hoop squad slipped to 11-10 with a 59-46 non-conference setback at the hands of Centerburg. FHS trailed 15-12 after the opening quarter and the visitors held a 26-20 margin at the tur...

Lady Monarch senior night results in mat triumph over Big Walnut

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Marysville’s Lauren Mobley (right) fakes a shot on Big Walnut’s Macie Ray (left) during the match at 125 pounds. The Lady Monarch pinned the Golden Eagle in the first period. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)

Lady Monarch senior night results in mat triumph over Big Walnut

By Aleksei Pavloff

February 7, 2025

Marysville High School celebrated a unique senior groupi of Lady Monarchs Wednesday night. Senior night ended on a high note as the Lady Monarchs secured a 64-12 victory over visiting Big Walnut. “I w...

Fairbanks boys one win away from tying single-season mark

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Braydon Wiedmann shoots over a KIPP Columbus opponent. The Panthers notched their 19th victory of the season, one shy of tying the single-season school record. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

Fairbanks boys one win away from tying single-season mark

By Tim Miller

February 7, 2025

Fairbanks’ boys basketball team is one step away from tying a school victory record. The Panthers’ 67-31 triumph over KIPP Academy of Columbus earned them their 19th victory of the 2024-25 campaign. T...