Community invited to explore Putnam’s past in historical tour

ZANESVILLE, OH- Muskingum County History is sharing more details about its upcoming home and business tour in the Putnam Historic District. The event highlights local landmarks and gives visitors a chance to learn about the neighborhood’s past. The tour includes private homes, churches, museums and businesses, each offering a look at historic architecture and holiday décor. Organizers say the event…

Santa’s North Pole Outpost at Salt Fork State Park

KIMBOLTON, Ohio – The largest state park in Ohio has turned their golf course pro shop into Santa’s North Pole Outpost. Salt Fork State Park saw Santa, hot chocolate, cookie decorating, and a cozy fireplace on Saturday. Guests at the lodge and visitors visited the post for free and those who aren’t staying at the lodge could go for $10…

Student art on display at Julie’s ARTery

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Friday was the First Friday Art Walk in Downtown Zanesville, and Julie’s ARTery utilized the event to showcase their students hard work. Julie’s Artery, located on 7th Street, offers classes through a wide variety of mediums for a wide variety of age groups. The studio displayed artwork from their Fall session classes including works that were created…

The Dickens Victorian Village expands on their annual tradition for the kids

CAMBRIDGE, Ohio – A 20-year tradition in Cambridge, Ohio expanded the holiday event with the first ever Little Dickens Day. The Dickens Victorian Village event in Downtown Cambridge has decorates the sidewalks of Wheeling Avenue with mannequins dressed in a festive Victorian era style for the past 20 years and includes carriage rides, trolley tours, and era themed tea parties….

Community support shines at 33rd Festival of Trees Auction

ZANESVILLE, OH- The Festival of Trees Auction returned to downtown Zanesville today, drawing steady crowds and nonstop bidding as the Chamber of Commerce marked its 33rd year of the holiday tradition. More than 200 handcrafted trees, wreaths and themed displays filled the Welcome Center, all donated by businesses and organizations across Muskingum County. Phones lit up throughout the morning as…

OUZ nursing students donate more than 150 blankets

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Local college students have collected more than 150 blankets for those in need during a friendly competition at Ohio University Zanesville (OUZ). The nursing program at OUZ took part in the 31st Annual Good Samaritan Blanket Drive with a competitive twist between the students in the two-year program versus those in the four-year program to see who…

Carr Center Partners with Local YMCA

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Safety Town is a childhood education program that has been offered by the Carr Center for decades.  Carr Center Executive Director Katie Graham announced a partnership with the Muskingum County Family YMCA to host the annual event at their recreation center. “So Safety Town has been in our community for over 30 years,” Graham said. “It’s a…

First Annual “FCA Tip-Off” Classic in Coshocton to Highlight Local Area Basketball Talent

COSHOCTON, OH – Anybody in need of high school basketball fill this weekend? There may be no better place to find it than the “Wigwam” at Coshocton High School for the first annual “FCA Tip-Off Classic”! Categories: Local Sports Tags: Boys Basketball, Coshocton Redskins, Crooksville Ceramics, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, James Herman, Shenandoah Zeps, West Muskingum Tornadoes

Boot Barn is set to open next month at Northpointe Center

ZANESVILLE, OH- A national western wear retailer is set to join Northpointe Center next month, bringing cowboy boots, workwear, apparel, and new jobs to the Gorsky Drive shopping strip. Boot Barn is scheduled to open in mid-January of 2026 in the space immediately to the right of Ulta Beauty, filling the former MC Sports location that was split for the…

The Ronna Bucci and Dr. Charles Dietz Art Fund celebrates 25 years of helping artists

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – For 25 years the Ronna Bucci and Dr. Charles Dietz Art Fund was created to honor their namesakes and help student and adult artists fund their passion. The fund is administered by the Muskingum County Community Foundation, or MCCF, and was founded by Ron and MaryAnn Bucci. They fund gives scholarships to graduating high school seniors in…

ZAAP Artist of the Month: Rae Gandolf

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The ZAAP Art Gallery has announced December’s artist of the month who’s also a veterinarian. Rae Gandolf is a Zanesville based artist who’s connections to animals and the people in her life influence her work which is showcased in a variety of mediums like sculpting, painting, and digital art. “Well I think it’s really exciting, this month,…

Winter Safety Tips for Your Furry Friends

ZANESVILLE, OH – We’ve experienced our first snowfall of the winter this week and the Animal Shelter Society wants to make sure you have a plan for your furry friend. April Gibson, the Executive Director, says if you have an outdoor box or home for your pet it’s important not to put things like blankets or towels inside because the…

Leasure Farms

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Since the 2024 purchase of 74 acres at the intersection of State Route 60 and Olde Falls Road, plenty of man-hours have gone into excavation and utilities installations that will support the future Leasure Farms housing development. Lepi & Associates Real Estate Services Associate Broker Dylan Parry explained the vision of the project and how it will…

Festival of Trees Auction returns with 213 holiday entries

ZANESVILLE, OH- The Zanesville–Muskingum County Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for one of its biggest holiday traditions of the year. The 2025 Festival of Trees Auction opens Friday at the Welcome Center and with more than 200 entries this season, organizers say the community will have plenty to choose from. Now in its 33rd year, the auction brings together handcrafted…

Jingle for Jesus

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Trulight Ministries is hosting a walkathon this weekend to help local homeless people this holiday season. Jingle for Jesus is this Saturday at 6 p.m. and starts at Trulight Ministries, located at 807 Putnam Avenue in Zanesville. From there, participants will walk through downtown singing carols and raising money for a local cause. “I look forward to…

Ohioans Win Big in Unclaimed Funds Showdown

ZANESVILLE, OH – Ohio won big this week in more ways than one. The Ohio State Buckeyes defeated the Michigan Wolverines this weekend on the field but the state of Ohio also won a month long unclaimed funds competition through the Ohio Department of Commerce. Susie Wagner, the Outreach Supervisor for the Department of Commerce Division of Unclaimed Funds, says…

Helping Heartbeats

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Muskingum County is fortunate to have numerous nonprofits that offer a wide array of outreach programs which help residents when they need it the most. Zanesville Heartbeats Branch Director Linda Dady explained the work her organization provides young families struggling to succeed and the crucial role that holiday donations play in maintaining their outreach programs. “Heartbeats is…

MCLS and Dillon State Park Team Up for Cold Moon Astronomy Event

MUSKINGUM COUNTY, OH —  The Muskingum County Library System is partnering with Dillon State Park for a unique outdoor learning experience that blends astronomy, literacy, and hands-on exploration. The event, titled Naturalist’s Learning Adventures – Book-Based Activities After Dark: Astronomy with the Cold Moon, will take place December 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Dillon State Park’s astronomy observation deck,…

Schubach Big Band celebrates the season with upcoming free holiday concert

ZANESVILLE, OH- The Schubach Big Band is getting ready to celebrate the season with their holiday concert, “Home for the Holidays.” The performance is Thursday, December 4 at 7 p.m. at Central Presbyterian Church on North 6th Street in Zanesville. Thanks to support from The J.W. and M.H. Straker Charitable Foundation, the concert is free for all ages. The 17-piece band,…