🚧 Major road closures hit Union County's SR 161 interchange this week. The westbound ramp from SR 161 to U.S. 33 northbound will close October 22 until Summer 2025, with traffic redirected through the Eiterman Road roundabout. Similarly, the eastbound ramp to U.S. 33 southbound closes October 23 for the same duration. These closures are part of the ongoing SR 161/U.S. 33 Interchange Improvements project. Motorists are urged to remain alert, reduce speed, and watch for stopped traffic while passing through construction zones.
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🕊️ Beloved nurse Jan Bright leaves behind a legacy of compassion. The 91-year-old Marysville resident passed away peacefully on March 27, 2025, after dedicating over 30 years as an operating room nurse at Memorial Hospital of Union County. A valedictorian of her high school class and graduate of Mt. Carmel College of Nursing, Jan shared 56 years of marriage with her husband Vern while raising their family. Her active lifestyle included playing tennis into her 80s, playing piano, cooking, gardening, and serving her church and community organizations. Jan is survived by her son, daughter, grandson, brother, and many loving friends and relatives.
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👩🔬 A brilliant chemist and devoted mother left her mark at 96. Vesta Whitley Garwood, who passed away on March 27, 2025, led an extraordinary life spanning academic excellence, groundbreaking scientific research, and community service. After graduating 10th in her class with a chemistry degree, she built a 30-year career at Nestlé's research facility where she contributed to coffee chemistry innovations and helped establish what became Pathways Financial Credit Union. Beyond her professional achievements, Vesta was passionate about crafting, games, travel, and most importantly, supporting her four children, seven grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren.
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