Columns/Editorials

I have the best neighbors. In the past, I have shared stories about a certain busy-bodied, lawn judging neighbor across the street I didn’t appreciate. He has since moved out and a very lovely woman h...

Editor’s note: This is another column in Bill Boyd’s new series, “The Way It Was,” about growing up in Marysville. Bill continues to work with the Union County Historical Society to obtain information...

From there, their and they’re to (or is it two?) than and then, all of us could go on and on about the rules of the English language. As a native English speaker, it’s easy to latch onto how arbitrary...

Editor’s note: This is another column in Bill Boyd’s new series, “The Way It Was,” about growing up in Marysville. Bill continues to work with the Union County Historical Society to obtain information...

I know people are sick of hearing about Queen Elizabeth at this point, but can we talk about that line to view her lying in state at the Palace of Westminster. The U.K.’s Department for Digital, Cultu...

Editor’s note: This is another column in Bill Boyd’s new series, “The Way It Was,” about growing up in Marysville. Bill continues to work with the Union County Historical Society to obtain information...

I take pride in my appearance, which I understand sounds vain. But the first thing people know about me is what they see on the surface. Clothing is a vehicle for self-expression. After 15 years in pr...

Editor’s note: This is another column in Bill Boyd’s new series, “The Way It Was,” about growing up in Marysville. Bill continues to work with the Union County Historical Society to obtain information...

Editor’s note: This is another column in Bill Boyd’s new series, “The Way It Was,” about growing up in Marysville. Bill continues to work with the Union County Historical Society to obtain information...

Every town is known for something. Whether believed or not, oddities and local legends exist and the best ones make you want to believe they’re real. Last weekend, I visited a place that wears its leg...

There are few things that are capable of holding as many memories as a car. Like many people, my first car (a 2004 silver Chevy Malibu nicknamed “The Greyhound” because of how many friends I bused aro...

Editor’s note: This is another column in Bill Boyd’s new series, “The Way It Was,” about growing up in Marysville. Bill continues to work with the Union County Historical Society to obtain information...

I called somebody a skinflint the other day and got an appropriately perplexed reaction. I don’t know exactly when that term lodged in my brain, but I suspect it might have been from cartoons in my yo...

Editor’s note: This is another column in Bill Boyd’s new series, “The Way It Was,” about growing up in Marysville. Bill continues to work with the Union County Historical Society to obtain information...

I took a deep breath, rang the doorbell and smiled as she opened the door, inviting me into her home. I was anxious as I walked through the door to a roomful of unfamiliar women, hoping I would fit in...

Editor’s note: This is another column in Bill Boyd’s new series, “The Way It Was,” about growing up in Marysville. Bill continues to work with the Union County Historical Society to obtain information...

I must admit that I am confounded by the solar farm debate. I don’t get it. I struggle to understand how a community that purports itself to be Republican can so flagrantly disregard the tenants of th...

Editor’s note: This is another column in Bill Boyd’s new series, “The Way It Was,” about growing up in Marysville. Bill continues to work with the Union County Historical Society to obtain information...

“There is help, always.” In a moving statement posted online last week, Ohio State offensive lineman Harry Miller medically retired from football. Not because of a broken or beaten body, like some mig...

Editor’s note: This is another column in Bill Boyd’s new series, “The Way It Was,” about growing up in Marysville. Bill continues to work with the Union County Historical Society to obtain information...

Despite the ink and paper, few things in the newspaper are black and white. They are largely gray. And in this gray is the toil of reporters and editors across this country. It is one of the aspects I...

Editor’s note: This is another column in Bill Boyd’s new series, “The Way It Was,” about growing up in Marysville. Bill continues to work with the Union County Historical Society to obtain information...

Manicures at the nail salon. Pretzels and lemonade from Auntie Anne’s. Seasonal shopping. Lunch at Friendly’s. This was the mall day itinerary for my mom and her best friend, who we affectionately cal...

Editor’s note: This is another column in Bill Boyd’s new series, “The Way It Was,” about growing up in Marysville. Bill continues to work with the Union County Historical Society to obtain information...

When people are arguing, the loudest statement often comes from the person who doesn’t open their mouth. For example, imagine in the Ukraine/Russia situation if Germany was staying completely silent. ...

Editor’s note: This is another column in Bill Boyd’s new series, “The Way It Was,” about growing up in Marysville. Bill continues to work with the Union County Historical Society to obtain information...

I was always one of those kids that really loved school. Even outside of a classroom setting, I genuinely enjoy learning about new things. Knowing that about myself, it’s interesting to think that I h...

Editor’s note: This is another column in Bill Boyd’s new series, “The Way It Was,” about growing up in Marysville. Bill continues to work with the Union County Historical Society to obtain information...

If you have been to a restaurant in the last few months you know that you need to be patient to order and get your food in a timely manner. One of the major issues facing all areas of business now, ev...

Editor’s note: This is another column in Bill Boyd’s new series, “The Way It Was,” about growing up in Marysville. Bill continues to work with the Union County Historical Society to obtain information...