An investigation into the recent string of robberies in the Muskingum County area has uncovered a crime ring. A Muskingum County grand jury has returned a 44 count indicment against six area residents. They are the primary suspects for robberies that occured between August 28th and October 21st at various locations throughout Muskingum County. It was their last robbery on October 21st, at Domino's Pizza on the East Pike, that led to their rest. 20-year old William R. Larimer and 19-year old...
With the slowing of the economy amd the severe cuts in the state budget, the Muskingum County Commissioners may have to face some tough decisions. Outside of the state budget, the County Commissioners also rely heavily on revenue that is generated through sales tax. But according to the county's financial reports, sales tax revenue is slightly lower that last year. Although sales tax is down, it is the major cuts in the state budget that can cause trouble for the Human Services Department.
It was a day long celebration to commemorate National Family Literacy Day and children, parents, teachers and local celebrities gathered at the John McIntire Library. The event began at 9:30 this morning with Superintendent of Zanesville City Schools, Michael Pockl, and Title I Director Tony Reese reading the Story “Is your mama a llama?” along with a very special guest. Area preschools, elementary schools, childcare centers, and head start programs within the community came out to participate...
The holidays are right around the corner and there are many community events that are scheduled to kick off the season. One of the biggest festivities that is held each year, is The Festival Of Trees which is held at the Muskingum County Welcome Center. It is one of the largest money making projects for the Chamber Of Commerce for their budget. A lot of work is put forth to help members of the community and the small businesses in the area as well. The deadline for entering the festival is fast...
Some new developments in a shooting at the Canteen Bar this past April. What started out as an attempted murder and felonious assult charge has now become much more serious. You may recall 23 year old Efetayo Deloach of Coshocton was shot in the head when he was leaving the Canteen Bar. At last report he was transported to Good Smaritian Hospital and listed in critical condition. The man in custody for the shooting is 22 year old James Drew Woods. He was orginally charged with one count of...
It’s the only holiday parade in the Zanesville area, and it is time for it again this year. It’s a kickoff for the entire holiday season and the Maysville South Business Association sponsors it. The parade is scheduled to take place on November 18th at 2 pm at the Family Dollar Store and will end at Eagle Sticks in the upper lot. There have been growing numbers of participants, and more community members coming out to see the parade over the years. There is no charge and trophies, along with...
Students were busy today at Wilson Elementary School where three important programs took place. The topics were bugs, frogs, and vehicles. The BUG and FROG Programs were held today in the school cafeteria. The BUG Program is “Being Unusually Good”, and kindergarten through third grade participate in that. Fourth, fifth and sixth graders wrote a program called FROGS, which is “Friends Respecting Other Good Students.” These students were awarded for their good attendance, good grades and...
The economy has become soft this year due to the events that took place in September. Small businesses in particular have suffered the most from the recent economic slump, so to help out those small business owners The Chamber of Commerce has designed programs to alleviate some of the problems. They have everything from financing programs to information concerning loans in their business resource center. The Chamber in coordination with Evans...
Business came to a halt today at a South Zanesville floral shop, as employees find a unknown substance in a flower shop. South Zanesville Floral in south zanesville closed down business for about 3-hours as crews came in to investigate the scene. Richard Guss of the South Zanesville Fire Department said the area were the substance was found was cleaned up. He also said that employees could return to work by the end of the day. The substance is being sent to Columbus to be tested.
With the holiday’s fast approaching, the Salvation Army is getting ready for their Angel Tree Campaign, but this year there are a few changes. It will now be known as the Angel Tree Toy Shop. The tree will still be up at the mall, but now the ornaments will list just a child’s gender and age. The Salvation Army’s goal is to have at least 2 presents for each child. The distribution phase has also changed; the mall will now hold a toy drive every Saturday to collect the presents. The goal of...
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