ZANESVILLE, OH – Some new friends have moved into the neighborhood down on Muskingum Avenue. Two new businesses have taken the empty spaces left by Pea Ohana Watersports and BunkoJess. Alex Campbell is the Owner of Underground Wars Y City and decided to come to the Zanesville area after seeing success at his Newark location. “We have one in Newark…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – It’s time to check in with April Gibson at the Animal Shelter Society Inc. to see what events they have coming up this spring. Gibson wanted to start off by highlighting the final stretch of the March Meowness adoption special. Adoptions of cats at the shelter are just $35 for the rest of the month. A feline…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Drivers along Northpointe Drive may notice a change on their commute. The speed limit along Northpointe is being increased from 35 to 45 miles per hour. The decision comes after city council recognized many drivers were already traveling closer to 45. Officials say the update is meant to better match how the road is currently used while…
FRAZEYSBURG, Ohio – The Community Bank in Frazeysburg will see a new office manager as Becky Vansickle retires after 44 years in banking. Vansickle will retire in April when she will tend to the family farm and spend more time with her grandkids. The Community Bank is hosting an open house retirement party on April 30th from 1 to 5…
ZANESVILLE, OH – A local giving group is making a difference for kids in the community. Today, 100 Women Who Care Muskingum County presented a check to Project Blueprint 740 to help support its mission. Members of 100 Women Who Care came together to donate $10,000 to the nonprofit organization. The group focuses on providing guidance, support, and positive role…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – This week’s Dog of the Week is looking for a new home after making a full recovery from Lyme disease. Meet Nigel! When he came to the Muskingum County Sheriff’s K-9 Adoption Center, his Lyme disease was so severe that he couldn’t even walk short distances. Now that he’s fully recovered, this 2-year-old German Shepherd mix is…
DRESDEN, Ohio – An eviction notice turned into an armed stand-off in Dresden with the Muskingum County Sheriff’s Office and Dresden Police. A Dresden police officer and Muskingum Sheriff’s deputy arrived near the corner of Chestnut and 9th Street to serve an eviction notice at around 9:30 a.m. Wednesday. “…through a dialogue with our deputy, she told the deputy that…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Zanesville City Schools are getting ready for their annual Hall of Fame Banquet. The Zanesville City Schools Hall of Fame was started in 2007, with the following school year seeing the induction of the first class of Honorees. Laura Tompkins, the Superintendent of the ZCS, said most schools only honor their former athletes, but at Zanesville they…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – With the popularity of manufacturing jobs making a comeback, the need for skilled labor to fill those positions is in demand. Mid-East Career and Technology Centers hosted a skilled trades career fair, titled Wired to Work, that provided a networking opportunity between local manufacturers, trade educators and students. “The main goal of today is to let the…
ZANESVILLE, OH – After severe storms, scammers often move in as quickly as the damage. The Better Business Bureau is warning homeowners to stay alert before hiring contractors. Storm chasers may show up offering quick repairs or free roof inspections. Experts say some lack proper licensing, make big promises they can’t keep, or even create damage to secure work. “With…
The Muskingum County Library System is getting ready to roll out a new service to the community. We find out more in this week’s Where’s Brenda. Categories: Local News, Top Stories, Where’s Brenda Tags: Joshua McPeek, Muskingum County LIbrary System, Sean Fennell, Where’s Brenda
ZANESVILLE, OH – March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a reminder that early screenings can save lives. Colorectal cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths, but it’s also highly treatable when caught early. Health experts now recommend adults begin routine screenings at age 45, even if they have no symptoms. “Colon cancer is on the rise in…
NEW CONCORD, OH – Muskingum University is getting ready to open an Art Exhibit that celebrates the women who helped shape the artistic landscape in Ohio. The exhibition “Ohio Women Artists: Collection of Drs. Robert Burns and Eugene Folden” will open on Wednesday, March 25th at 3PM in the Louis O. Palmer Art Gallery. Dr. Yan Sun, an Emeritus Professor…
ZANESVILLE, OH – April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and a local group is encouraging the community to speak up and support survivors. The Domestic Violence Coalition is hosting its annual Speak up, No More Silence event on April 9th. The event aims to raise awareness about sexual assault and provide education and resources for those affected. “We are finding…
NEW CONCORD, OH – Muskingum University dedicated the newly renovated Bill P. and Martha Johnson Lovejoy Auditorium in the Boyd Science Center on Monday afternoon. Bill, Class of ‘51, and Martha, Class of ‘52, generously donated their $3.2 Million Estate and the University used those funds to help modernize the Science Center. President of Muskingum University, Dr. Sue Hasseler, said…
HOPEWELL, Ohio – Cover crops are planted in the fall to help prevent soil erosion which can lead to better fertility and lessen stream pollution. Local Farmer Randall Horst voluntarily planted a variety of cover crops in his field to demonstrate how they grow during the winter months and provide multiple benefits during their short life span. “Cover crops are…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Tuesday is American Diabetes Alert Day. It serves in bringing awareness to the ever escalating health concern. Diabetes is a chronic condition that raises blood sugar levels, which can lead to heart disease, kidney failure and nerve damage. Diabetes is prevalent throughout Appalachia and affects around 40 million Americans, nationwide. “There are two kinds of diabetes,” Genesis…
ZANESVILLE, OH – It’s been a few weeks since we lost an hour of sleep from the time change but for some it may still be affecting your sleep habits. Misty Harmon, an Educator in Family and Consumer Sciences with the Perry County OSU Extension Office, said as we age our sleeping needs change with newborns needing between 14 and…
NEW LEXINGTON, Ohio – Perry County Job and Family Services (JFS) has honored Ohio’s first African American female mayor by dedicating a hall in her honor during Women’s History Month. Perry County JFS held a ceremony on Friday, dedicating the Sophia Mitchell Leadership Hall in honor of Rendville’s former mayor. Several of Mitchell’s family members were in attendance for the…
ZANESVILLE, OH – With the weather beginning to warm up, Genesis Health Care System has the perfect opportunity if you’re looking to get out of the house. Genesis has volunteer opportunities for adults and teens at their Coshocton as well as the Zanesville Campus. “It stems from everything from working in the giftshop, which is a huge and a very,…
HOPEWELL, Ohio – The Muskingum Soil and Water Conservation District held an agricultural based seminar on the importance of cover crops. Ag Resource Specialist Van Slack shared how his organization is educating farmers on how they can better conserve the soil that nurtures the crops, which sustain the farm. “This is kind of a cover crop field day. Clifton Martin…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – If you’re in the mood for a musical this weekend, West Muskingum High School has the show for you. Big Fish is a musical based on a novel and 2003 film of the same name, where a son learns about his dying father’s life through the tall tales he tells. The show features a wide cast…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – It’s time to visit the Animal Shelter Society with Executive Director April Gibson to meet this week’s pet of the week. This is Hank, a 1-year-old German Shepherd/Poodle mix with a lot of energy and love in his heart. He’s a very social canine and his friendly with other dogs of all sizes. Gibson hopes to find…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Ohio has designated March 15th through the 21st as Severe Weather Awareness Week and high winds on Friday the 13th illustrated its importance. Muskingum County Emergency Management and Office of Homeland Security Director Jeff Jadwin shared the role his office plays in warning the public as well as helping them deal with the aftermath. “Severe Weather Awareness…
