An army of volunteers took to the streets to find homeless in our area.
Between 75-90 volunteers took part in the point in time count to help count homeless in our area. The group covered all of Zanesville and traveled to the outlying areas of Dresden and Frazeysburg. During the count nine unsheltered homeless were located.
"Last year I think it was between 20 to 25. It might have been up to 30," explained Salvation Army Shelter Manger Karen Walker. "That has...
One organization hopes that the cold temperatures will bring people indoors.
Officials at the Salvation Army in Zanesville said they are ready to shelter those who need to get out of the elements. Their shelter holds up to 35 people and includes a men's and women's dorm and a place for families. The shelter's manager said they've received calls throughout the day from people looking for a place to go.
"If we can't help them and we are full or we can't up cots then we will...
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