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Top stories for Friday, May 22, 2015.

Veteran’s Appreciation Weekend

ZANESVILLE, OHIO (WHIZ) – The Veteran’s Appreciation Foundation is planning Veteran’s Appreciation Weekend for June 12-14. All proceeds earned at the weekend long event will go toward the Wounded Warrior Project.

Lorena Sternwheeler Up and Running

ZANESVILLE, OHIO (WHIZ) – The Lorena Sternwheeler is ready to cruse down the river for the summer season. The first public ride will take place on June 6th.

MCBI Renovations

MUSKINGUM COUNTY, OHIO (WHIZ) – The Muskingum County Business Incubator reached out to the County Commissioners Thursday for an additional estimated $35,000 for exterior improvements. Those would include handicap accessible parking spots and drain renovations.

Gov. Kasich on the Road

COLUMBUS, OHIO (AP) – Governor John Kasich is heading to Georgia and South Carolina next week as he weighs a 2016 presidential bid.

Ohio Employment Numbers

COLUMBUS, OHIO (AP) – State Officials are set to release the latest monthly employment data. The report from the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services will show last month’s employment data across sectors such as construction, manufacturing and health care.