Good morning, Union County. Summer heat isn't the only thing intensifying as Marysville's Monarchs wrapped up their football camp at Ohio Northern University with a spirited—perhaps too spirited—7-on-7 scrimmage against Urbana. The team now takes a breather for the Union County Fair, carrying valuable pre-season experience and their coach's mixed review of their performance into the break.
Tragedy has touched our community with the passing of two notable residents. Richard Banks succumbed to injuries sustained in a mobile home fire that began in his kitchen last Wednesday, while the community also mourns Theo Ebelberger, whose 79 years were marked by financial wisdom and faithful service. The Army veteran and retired CFO leaves behind not just family, but a legacy of meticulous stewardship at Community United Calvary Church, where he lived his belief that faith is about relationship, not religion.
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🏈 Monarchs wrap up summer football with mixed results at ONU. Marysville High School's football team concluded their off-season work with a 7-on-7 passing scrimmage against Urbana on Friday. The week included the team's annual trip to Ohio Northern University football camp, giving players valuable experience before taking next week off for the Union County Fair. First-year head coach expressed satisfaction with the team's performance at camp but showed displeasure regarding confrontations with an opponent during the scrimmage.
🔥 Bellefontaine man succumbs to injuries from mobile home fire. Richard Banks died Sunday after being found unconscious by firefighters during a kitchen fire at his Garfield Avenue home last Wednesday. He suffered second-degree burns to his back and legs, requiring transfer from Mary Rutan Hospital to The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Authorities continue to investigate what caused the fire that ultimately claimed Banks' life.
🕊️ Devoted financial wizard Theo Ebelberger leaves legacy of faith and service. The 79-year-old Army veteran and retired CFO died on July 19, 2025, after a life dedicated to God, family, and church. Known for his meticulous financial wisdom and generous heart, Theo served as treasurer at Community United Calvary Church where he taught Sunday school and shared his belief that faith is about relationship, not religion. Beyond his spiritual contributions, he enjoyed golfing, supporting his grandchildren at sporting events, and beach vacations with his wife Holly, who survives him along with his children and grandchildren.
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