Rapist receives 34 years to life
Court News, News
February 12, 2024

Rapist receives 34 years to life

By Mac Cordell

Law enforcement officials establish security inside the Union County Common Pleas Courtroom on Monday following the sentencing of Alan Buckland. While Buckland held a final discussion with defense attorney Jeffery Blosser, deputies worked to allow victims to leave before Buckland’s supporters...

Council  wonders if e-bike rules go too far
Local News, Marysville City Council, News
By Michael Williamson 
July 15, 2026
Some Marysville City Council members are still not quite convinced the new e-bike policy is ready to roll out just yet. The board heard the second reading and public hearing of the proposed changes to...
Officials give progress report on city progress
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More than a half-dozen construction projects are going on around Marysville. The map above shows some of the most impactful ones, including the CSX rail closure at North Main Street and work on Connolly Street, both of which are set to finish up at the end of this week. (Graphic submitted)
By Michael Williamson 
July 15, 2026
With numerous projects going on around the city, Marysville officials got an update Monday night on where construction stands for a handful of the major ones. CSX closure On Monday, the CSX railroad t...
Roundabout planned for U.S. 36
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The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is planning a resurfacing project next year for U.S. 36 to the Delaware County line. The half-mile stretch within the City of Marysville, shown above in orange, will run from U.S. 33 east to just before the planned Marysville East roundabout, shown above in blue. (Graphic submitted)
Will be at intersection of road that does not yet exist
By Michael Williamson 
July 15, 2026
Streets going through Uptown Marysville aren’t the only roadways with upgrade plans. Marysville City Council heard the first reading Monday evening of an Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) resur...
Local youth golfers place during Heart of Ohio tournament
Sports
Jensen Stover of North Union prepares to hit the ball off the tee during a Heart of Ohio Golf Association tournament.
By Bob Putman 
July 15, 2026
The Heart of Ohio Junior Golf Association held its final regular-season tournament on Monday at Galion’s Valley View Golf Course. North Union’s Ethan Monroe finished third in the age 16-18 division, p...
NU’s Jolliff captures first place during Heart of Ohio golf event
Sports
North Union golfer Alex Jolliff competing during a Heart of Ohio Junior Golf Association event at Kings Mills.
By Bob Putman 
July 15, 2026
After several top three finishes, Alex Jolliff was able to claim his first Heart of Ohio Junior Golf Association title of the season on Thursday at Kings Mill Golf Course. Jolliff, who will be a sopho...
Council  wonders if e-bike rules go too far
Local News, Marysville City Council, News
By Michael Williamson 
July 15, 2026
Some Marysville City Council members are still not quite convinced the new e-bike policy is ready to roll out just yet. The board heard the second reading and public hearing of the proposed changes to...
Officials give progress report on city progress
Local News, Marysville City Council, News
More than a half-dozen construction projects are going on around Marysville. The map above shows some of the most impactful ones, including the CSX rail closure at North Main Street and work on Connolly Street, both of which are set to finish up at the end of this week. (Graphic submitted)
By Michael Williamson 
July 15, 2026
With numerous projects going on around the city, Marysville officials got an update Monday night on where construction stands for a handful of the major ones. CSX closure On Monday, the CSX railroad t...
Roundabout planned for U.S. 36
Local News, Marysville City Council, News
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is planning a resurfacing project next year for U.S. 36 to the Delaware County line. The half-mile stretch within the City of Marysville, shown above in orange, will run from U.S. 33 east to just before the planned Marysville East roundabout, shown above in blue. (Graphic submitted)
Will be at intersection of road that does not yet exist
By Michael Williamson 
July 15, 2026
Streets going through Uptown Marysville aren’t the only roadways with upgrade plans. Marysville City Council heard the first reading Monday evening of an Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) resur...
Marysville coaches instruct potential future Monarch pole vaulters during annual clinic
Sports
Former Marysville High School pole vaulter and current assistant coach Mary Calvert, far right, demonstrates a drill to youngsters during the program's annual clinic. (Photo submitted)
By Tim Miller 
July 14, 2026
Pole vault has been a strong event for the Marysville High School track and field program for many years. One of the reasons is that head coach Luke Sundermeier was a standout vaulter on both the high...