ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Muskingum County Library System, or MCLS, has started a weeklong celebration this morning with the first Summer Reading Kick-Off event. Saturday’s event at the John McIntire Library featured outdoor games, a chance to check out the bookmobile, invites everyone to sign-up for the 2026 Summer Reading Program. During that program, you can log your reading time…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Get ready to do the Time Warp down at the Renner Theater. The Renner cast has been hard at work putting the finishing touches on their upcoming production of the Rocky Horror Picture Show. Bryce Seaborn, who will be playing Riffraff, says for those who haven’t seen a live performance or the 1975 movie, the show is…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – As the school year ends teens often seek employment as a way to afford some of the things they would really like to have. Muskingum County Ohio Means Jobs Workforce Planning Supervisor Caren Kendrick shared some summertime opportunities that area teens have to explore potential career paths, learn financial responsibility and gain work force experience. “Ohio Means…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – High-flying fun and adventure return to the Coshocton County Fairgrounds with the annual Coshocton Hot Air Balloon Festival. From June 4th to the 6th, you can watch the hot air balloons take flight or fly in one yourself for a $20 donation to the Frontier Power Company’s Community Connections Fund. Phil Linne is the board…
NASHPORT, Ohio – As Ohio actively promotes its state parks, the popularity of kayaking is trending right alongside. Ohio Division of Parks and Watercraft Natural Resources Officer John Deblo shared how Dillon State Park is now offering kayak rentals. “More and More people are using the outdoors. Kayaks are a very inexpensive, entry level way to get out on the…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Christ’s Table and White Castle have teamed up to celebrate National Hamburger Day with free sliders. White Castle brought over 1,000 sliders to the Zanesville soup kitchen to serve for lunch. For Christ’s Table, it was National Hamburger Day, but for White Castle, it’s National Hamburger Month. Heidi Orndorff is an administration services manager at White Castle…
SOUTH ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The village of South Zanesville will be checking on important water infrastructure throughout the month of June. Starting on Monday, June 1, the South Zanesville Fire Department will be flushing all the fire hydrants in the village. On Mondays and Tuesdays, they’ll be performing these flushes to check the water quality and hydrant function. “We’d just…
ZANESVILLE, OH- The National Road may be a bit busier this weekend and that’s because it’s once again yard sale season. Wednesday kicked off the 4 day event and while there was a bit of rain, the rest of the weekend’s forecast is perfect for treasure hunters. Jordin Harmer, the Manager of the Convention and Visitors Bureau, says this year…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Summer is here and the Ohio State Highway Patrol is reminding teen drivers to make safety a priority. The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is known as the “100 Deadliest Days” for teen drivers. Troopers say crashes involving teens tend to increase during the summer months as more young drivers spend time on the road…
NORWICH, OH – A local boutique is celebrating a brand-new chapter with a ribbon cutting and a weekend full of shopping deals. Casa Bella officially celebrated its new Norwich location today with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Owners Tammy and Jeff Matthews say the boutique’s new space on East Pike is double the size of their previous location inside the Colony…
ZANESVILLE, OH – This Week’s Dog of the Week is hoping the 3rd time is the charm. Topanga first came to the K-9 Adoption Center back in January of 2025 and we covered her as the Dog of the Week in April of 2025, then again in January of 2026, and here she is once again. She’s now a 2-year-old…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Zane’s Trace Commemoration is set to return to the Putnam area in Zanesville next month. The three-day festival will feature live music, food trucks, a parade, and historical demonstrations and exhibits. Gary Allen is the history director for the Zane’s Trace Commemoration and says sharing local history is his favorite part of the festival. This is…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Summer nights in Zanesville are about to get a little more musical. The Zanesville Memorial Concert Band is kicking off its 2026 season with a series of free concerts at Zane’s Landing Park. This year’s lineup features a variety of themes, including “Horizons,” “voices That Inspire,” “America 250,” “Cirus Days” and “Toward a More Perfect Union.” “This…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Drivers in Zanesville may want to plan a little extra time for their commute next week. The 6th Street Bridge connecting Putnam Avenue and South 6th Street over the Muskingum River is scheduled to close for maintenance and repairs beginning June 1st through June 5th. “It’s a maintenance project. We’re going to be replacing some steel structural…
NEW LEXINGTON, Ohio – The Ludowici Community Foundation is hosting its biennial Founders Day event this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jessie Bennett is a board member of the Ludowici Community Foundation, and she highlights what makes the event a must-do for anyone in the New Lexington area. According to Bennett, the Ludowici Community Foundation Park is a…
DRESDEN, OH – Ready to become a confident babysitter? The Muskingum County Library System is helping teens and tweens learn the basics. The library system, in partnership with the Ohio State University Extension Office, is hosting a fun and informative babysitting workshop for ages 11 through 16. The one-hour class will teach important skills like child safety, communicating with parents,…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Free summer meals are back for kids in the Zanesville City School District. The district is once again participating in the Summer Food Service Program, providing free breakfast and lunch to children 18 and younger. Meals will be available at 19 different locations across the area from June 1st through August 7th. “This is basically for kids…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Newborns require special care and attention to details that can seem overwhelming to first-time parents. The Zanesville-Muskingum County Health Department is offering ‘The First Year Fair’ which aims to provide tips and resources for parents seeking how to best meet the needs of safely raising their little ones. “This is a free community event. It’s designed for…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Memorial Day is a day to reflect on the efforts our military has given to defend our freedom and protect our culture. Many Americans gather with family to celebrate locally but a group of motorcyclists travel from Washington D.C. to Illinois visiting a variety of 9-11 and war in the Middle East memorials. A handful of local…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The annual Memorial Day Military Ceremony was held at the Greenwood Cemetery by the Marine Corps League. The event honors area veterans and current servicemembers who have served in defense of our freedom and recognizes those who have passed during the previous year by virtue of an honorary roll call. “You have to have been going into…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Muskingum County has a strong reputation of honoring military veterans. Each Memorial Day witnesses four distinct events that pay homage to the service members who have sacrificed on our behalf. The final event of the four, recognizes the sailors who never returned home by tossing wreaths into the Muskingum River. “We think it’s important to honor those…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – A local health provider is gearing up to address respiratory awareness at multiple public events that take place in Muskingum County each summer. Rambo Memorial Health Center Executive Director Shannon Bell talked about steps they have taken to educate the public, while having fun in the process. “With the help of the Respiratory Care Association, Rambo Health…
COLUMBUS, OH – Well it’s Memorial Day weekend and while many will pay tribute to those who gave it all, it also marks the unofficial start to the summer season. With pool parties, lake days, BBQ’s, and other activities, one thing people may overlook is safety. Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff, the Director of the Ohio Department of Health, says one thing…
NASHPORT, Ohio – Memorial Day Weekend is considered by many to be the unofficial start of summer and the perfect time to prepare their watercraft for another season of boating. Ohio Division of Parks and Watercraft Natural Resource Officer John Deblo announced an opportunity for area boat owners to have their vessels checked free of charge. “I’ll personally be out…
