Injuries are never timely, but days before the season kicks off is a whole different animal. The Blue Devils are suffering a huge blow to the strength of their defensive attack with Division I prospect and defensive end, Anthony Smith, suffering a sprained ankle. Smith could be out for just three to five weeks but with surgery likely necessary,  the defensive end could miss the entire season. [click the video link to see more]

The water line that broke on Main Street last night is now fixed, however, you may see some other construction going on in downtown Zanesville.

The city is also replacing several valves on Fifth Street along with the removal of an old fire hydrant.

"A couple of valves that we needed to replace in the system, they're probably early 1900's valves that no longer function," said Public Service Director, Mike Sims.

Sims says that these projects are vital for the city...

The Y-Bridge Arts Festival is kicking off tonight and the public is invited to attend.

More than seventy artists will be showcasing their work Friday night at this family friendly event, which will be taking place on the Y-Bridge downtown.

"Tonight they'll be able to hear a variety of music, try a variety of foods, they will experience so much art, we have so many talented people all over this year, and they'll be converging here on the bridge," said Christie...

Monday, August second officially kicked off the start of two-a-day football practices. The difficult practices in the sweltering August heat are a necessary evil, but there's always that moment for every high school football player when they hear that alarm go off: what if I just stayed in bed and slept? At the very least, that decision could result in some "reminders", the term coaches use to describe strenuous physical activities designed to remind players never to make a certain...