John Bates summed up his final week as County Commissioner by saying, "Everything I've wanted to do in my life, I've done."
But, by no means does that mean that Muskingum County has seen the last of the politician.
"I think I'll pursue something in the future in government," said Bates. "I don't think you've seen the last of John Bates in Muskingum County. Whether that be running something at the state or local level or whatever. I've had lot of...



