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September 26, 2026

The proposed Grid Growth West Transmission Line through Union County would be just one of three power lines across the western part of the state. Residents were able to share their comments at a public open house Thursday. (Graphic submitted)

Power grid project comes with questions

By Michael Williamson

Union County residents have mixed feelings about the proposed transmission line through the western part of the county.

Officials connected to the project said there is also still time for public input.

Several area residents and community members turned out for the first public open house to learn ab...

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Union Manor shooter to be freed

By Kyle Meddles

September 26, 2026

The Ohio Parole Board recently voted to approve the release of Charles Price, who has spent nearly 40 years in prison on murder charges. Price, who was convicted in 1989 for shooting his estranged wif...

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For the love of candy

By From JT Staff Reports

September 25, 2026

Homecoming parades always top the list in terms of the amount of candy that is thrown. When it comes to choosing the right receptacle, creativity can be crucial. Above, four girls took a break from a ...

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Sources: Honda eyeing Union County for new $2.5B plant

Automaker mum on plans, location

By Michael Williamson

September 24, 2026

Editor's note: This story has been updated from a previous version. Honda officials said there has been no decision yet on whether or not a new $2.5-billion facility is coming to the area, but sources...

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Union Manor shooter to be freed

By Kyle Meddles

September 26, 2026

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Marysville’s Gage Henry (13) comes down with a circus catch which resulted in a 36-yard gain during the second half of Friday’s game. Henry had three catches for 101 yards and a touchdown and had another long touchdown reception negated by a Monarch penalty. (Journal-Tribune photo by Chad Williamson)

Monarchs outgain Celtics, lose by 33

By Chad Williamson

September 26, 2026

Marysville’s football team put up a stat line Friday night that you might not believe if you didn’t see the game. Marysville surrendered just 150 yards of offense in its Homecoming contest, but someho...

JA rolls to Homecoming win over Tecumseh

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Christian Amann of Jonathan Alder (2) goes in for a touchdown against Tecumseh. The Pioneers won their Homecoming game, 38-8. (Journal-Tribune photø by Josh Kaeser)

JA rolls to Homecoming win over Tecumseh

By Josh Kaeser

September 26, 2026

By JOSH KAESER Jonathan Alder started fast and never looked back Friday night, cruising past Tecumseh, 38-8, to remain unbeaten on the season. The Pioneers jumped out to a 21-0 halftime lead behind a ...

Fairbanks Panthers drops double overtime verdict to West Liberty

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Fairbanks’ Carson Shope (2) looks to elude West Liberty-Salem defenders. The Panthers fell 33-27 in double overtime during their Homecoming game. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

Fairbanks Panthers drops double overtime verdict to West Liberty

By Tim Miller

September 26, 2026

Winning the Ohio Lottery Pick 6 game will put some money in your pocket. Just don’t use that name around Fairbanks head football coach David Carroll any time soon. The Panthers (1-5) threw a couple of...

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Quarterback Ty Botkins of Triad takes off with the football at Mechanicsburg. The Cardinals lost 54-0. (Journal-Tribune photo by Eva Paspalis Case)

Mechanicsburg topples Triad Cardinals

By Eva Paspalis Case

September 26, 2026

The Triad Cardinals varsity football team had a rough night in Mechanicsburg when they faced the Indians for Mechanicsburg’s Homecoming game. Triad fought hard until the very end but the Indians claim...

Wildcats snap two-game skid with 21-7 victory at Indian Lake

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North Union’s Wyatt Arver (21) escapes the grasp of an Indian Lake defender. The Wildcats won, 21-7. (Photo submitted)

Wildcats snap two-game skid with 21-7 victory at Indian Lake

By Bob Putman

September 26, 2026

North Union head football coach Nick Hajjar may have not liked some scoring chances that got away on Friday in the Central Buckeye Conference opener at Indian Lake. However, there is one thing that is...