ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage as flu numbers grow. The shortage is especially serious for platelets as well as blood types O, A-negative, and B-negative. Don Hawkins, the Regional Communications Manager for the Red Cross Central and Southern Ohio Region, says over the last month, they’ve seen their numbers drop by about…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The J.W. and M.H. Straker Charitable Foundation broke a record in 2025 with more than $6 million distributed in Muskingum County. According to the foundation’s president and executive director, Susan Holdren, 2025 was the foundation’s largest grant-making year to date. Holdren says that 175 separate grants were issued in attempt to offer a wide variety of grants….
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Muskingum County Library System and A Taste of Ohio, Wine, Bourbon & Beer have teamed up to host their second adult book fair, Books & Bourbon. Taking place this Friday at A Taste of Ohio, the event offers a relaxed atmosphere to meet local authors and browse the books for sale from local vendors. The Books…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Human trafficking and exploitation are often set in motion in the digital realm and increasingly, those murky scenarios are taking shape here. January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month and Mid East Rescue and Restore Coalition Director Janet Long announced an upcoming event at the Muskingum County Center for Seniors that invites the public to learn how human…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Soroptimist International of Zanesville is celebrating 85 years of service to the community this year. Soroptimist is a global organization dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls through their programs that provide education, economic empowerment, as well as other opportunities to achieve their full potential. “ Chartered in 1941, a group of women, Soroptimist means…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The 32nd Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Fund Prayer Breakfast was held at the North Terrace Church of Christ. The event honors the legacy of the fallen civil rights leader by awarding scholarships to the area’s hardest-working minority high school students. “Dr. King’s legacy is multifaceted, which means there’s many aspects of it. And we believe…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – A year ago, Muskingum University launched its MLK Days of Service initiative to honor the legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The venture was created to foster personal value amongst their students, faculty and staff through public service and community engagement. “We’re fortunate enough to be a part of today’s scholarship breakfast,” Muskingum University Head…
ZANESVILLE, OH- While the waterways may be quiet during the winter months, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources is encouraging boaters to use this time to brush up on some skills. Whether you’re new to boating or a seasoned operator, ODNR suggests that all boaters complete the Ohio Boating Education Course so you can be fully prepared when better weather…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – WHIZ was honored to speak to one of the first-ever Hall of Famers inducted into the United States Track and Field Coaches Hall of Fame. Zanesville resident, Army Veteran, and East District Hall of Famer Wayne Clark was one of the first coaches ever inducted into the U.S. Coaches Hall of Fame in Dallas, Texas, at the…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Cultures around the world share an appreciation for food that usually varies by the regional resources that are available to be prepared and eaten. Zane State College’s Department of Culinary Arts program held an event today in conjunction with Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which showcased foods from around the world and underscored how tastes can vary…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Community theater is an artform that allows participants to expand their perceptions of culture, storytelling and psychology. The Renner Theater will be presenting their adaptation of Disney’s Frozen Jr. later this month with performances split between two casts. Laney Gebhart, who will be performing as Elsa with the Snow Cast, shared how she will be filling multiple…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Muskingum County Community Foundation (MCCF) has announced the 2026 recipient of the Brian T. Wagner Leadership Award. On Monday, the MCCF announced Lisa Karling will receive the award that honors individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in volunteer projects or sustained community service. She’s been on the MCCF’s council for over a decade and is a…
NEW LEXINGTON, Ohio – January is National Soup Month and the Perry County Library is running a special program for the occasion. Soup Spice kits are available at all Perry County Library branches, including the bookmobile. Each week this month features a soup that is a staple in different parts of the country. “Our first week of soups that we…
Le pew, le stink, not in this case! In this month’s Perry County Park District Segment, Naturalist Jessie Bennett and WHIZ’s Mary Behanna chat about Heart the de-scented skunk. Categories: Local News, Top Stories Tags: Jessie Bennett, Naturalist, Perry County Park District, Perry County Parks District
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – It’s an eventful start to the year for the Animal Shelter Society and it’s executive director, April Gibson. On Monday, the non-profit organization will be recognized at the Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Fund Breakfast as the 2026 award honoree. “It’s so humbling to be recognized by our community, and you know, so many of our leaders…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – If you can dodge a wrench, you can dodge a ball at the upcoming charity dodgeball tournament. Drug Free Muskingum’s annual charity dodgeball tournament is this Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Muskingum County YMCA. The event features two food trucks, free daycare, and a chance to win money to help the community. “All the…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Kiwanis Club of Zanesville officially chartered a youth leadership program earlier this week at the Zanesville Middle School. The Builders Club is a youth-led organization that incorporates community service and leadership development into the lives of middle school students. “Well in the Builders Club, we’re basically people who will help the community. We will help people…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Many families have loved ones that have special needs and the Carr Center offers custom tailored programs that help those families get by. Carr Center Executive Director Katie Graham explained how proceeds from their annual Cake Auction funds the programs that support local families. “The Cake Auction obviously is incredibly important to us.” Graham said. “We have…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – It’s National Dress Up Your Pet Day, and this week’s dog of the week was ready for the occasion. Meet Griffin, a 2-year-old terrier-mix whose motivation for treats makes him easy to train, and his costume says he’s ready for summer. According to K-9 Adoption Center volunteer Doug McQuaid, Griffin is the type of dog who’s a…
CAMBRIDGE, Ohio – The city of Cambridge will receive $400,000 from Ohio’s Department of Development for an upcoming road project. Funds from the Roadwork Development Grant will help the city extend Wheeling Avenue from the 3rd Street intersection to the intersection of Stuebenville Avenue and 2nd Street. This project is part of the deal with Ohio Bridge, doing business as U.S….
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Last winter, Ohio saw 108 fires involving space heaters, which is why the Ohio Division of State Fire Marshall has some tips to stay safe while staying warm. Fire Prevention Bureau Chief Anita Metheny has several tips for staying warm and safe with auxiliary heat sources. Her first piece of advice is don’t believe everything that you…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The United Way Muskingum, Perry and Morgan County offers free tax preparation for residents earning less than $50,000 per year. Last year, more than 400 people dialed 2-1-1 to schedule their visit at the Zanesville headquarters to have their taxes professionally filed and submitted to the IRS. “If you have all your tax documents, call 2-1-1. The…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – As world travel increases so do the cuisines from those exotic destinations. Balila Kitchen is a Mediterranean food restaurant that celebrated its grand opening in the Colony Square Mall with a ribbon cutting ceremony performed by the Zanesville Muskingum County Chamber of Commerce. “We are offering some Mediterranean foods. We make most of it from scratch. Like…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Zanesville knows how to make giving to a good cause fun. Strike Out Breast Cancer is a 9 pin no tap fundraising bowling tournament that donates all of the proceeds to the Genesis Breast Cancer Center, which helps patients with inadequate health insurance. “The entry fee is only $25 dollars and those entries are at the front…
