Port Authority Focuses on Growth in Muskingum County

ZANESVILLE, OH – The Muskingum County Port Authority met this morning to talk about all thing’s growth and development right here at home. The board discussed several projects happening across local business parks. At the National Road Business Park, work continues with new signs already installed and streetlights being added. Over at the Eastpointe business Park, enhancement projects are scheduled…

Celebrating Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day

ZANESVILLE, OH – Today’s a special day to celebrate the people who help our local businesses shine. It’s ‘Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce’ Day! Chambers of Commerce play a key role in creating thriving communities. They connect businesses, inspire growth, and build partnerships that keep local economies moving forward. “National statistics show that if a local business is a…

Buchanan Square sees two ribbon cuttings for two boutiques

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Two local businesses have found new homes at Buchanan Square in Zanesville and celebrated with ribbon cutting ceremonies on Tuesday. The Rustic Route and Valerie Ann’s Boutique have relocated from the Freight Shops on Market Street to Maple Avenue where they are already seeing the benefits of their new home. “So Buchanan Square I’ve looked at for…

PAWS Marks 10,000 Animals Helped Through Spay and Neuter Efforts

ZANESVILLE, OH – A local organization is helping low income households provide necessary surgeries for their animals. PAWS of Muskingum County is a spay and neuter assistance program for people like seniors and veterans who otherwise couldn’t afford their pets medical procedures. Teresa Hildebrand, the President of PAWS, says these animals along with free roaming cats are the ones contributing…

Park District Levy on This Year’s Ballot

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – This year’s November election may not have any big name races in Muskingum County but what is on the ballot hits close to home. Muskingum Valley Park District Executive Director Russell Edgington explained the role his agency plays in making the community a better place to live and discussed the need for voter support by renewing the…

We Lov Pets Celebrates 25 Years in the Community

ZANESVILLE, OH – Two organizations are coming together to celebrate a big milestone. Starting today, Thursday, and going until Saturday at 3PM the Animal Shelter Society will have about a dozen of their felines at We Love Pets at a special adoption rate. April Gibson, the Executive Director of the Animal Shelter, says to celebrate We Lov Pets 25 years…

Caleb Cares 4 Kids hosts their 11th Annual Spaghetti Dinner

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The non-profit organization, Caleb Cares 4 Kids, is holding their annual spaghetti dinner fundraiser for it’s eleventh year to help children in hospitals. This Saturday from 4 to 6:30 p.m., the spaghetti dinner and silent auction helps the non-profit to provide gifts and financial support to pediatric hospital patients and their families at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and…

National Fire Prevention Week and lithium-ion battery safety

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – This week is National Fire Prevention Week and Zanesville’s local fire department has some tips to stay safe. This year’s theme is “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home,” focusing on tips to prevent fires caused by the commonly used rechargeable batteries. Some tips offered by firefighter and paramedic Matt Salmons includes using charging chords…

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Appalachian Ohio’s 2025 Buckeye Pep Rally and Auction

ZANESVILLE, OH – It’s almost time to show your Buckeye spirit while helping kids in our community. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Appalachian Ohio is gearing up for a fan favorite event. The Buckeye Pep Rally will be held Friday, November 21st from 5 to 10 p.m. at the Muskingum County Fairgrounds Veterans Complex. Guests can enjoy four quarters of tailgating…

Kiwanis Club Gears Up for Annual Peanut Sale

ZANESVILLE, OH – It’s that time of year again! The Kiwanis Club’s famous peanut sale is returning to downtown Zanesville. Kiwanians Club members will be out on the streets of downtown Zanesville on October 10th and 11th for the club’s annual street sale. From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., volunteers will be stationed on the corners of Main and Fifth,…

WWII Veteran Honored Through WHIZ Military Salute

ZANESVILLE, OH – Another Veteran has been honored for his service through the WHIZ Military Salute. Major Carl David Schubach fought in WWII from 1941 through 1946 and was even featured on the February 1943 cover of Life Magazine. He was honored for his service with a flag presentation at Park National Bank and his children, David Schubach and Linda…

High schoolers learn about local job opportunities at JA Inspire

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – More than 1,200 highschoolers from across Muskingum County came to the Muskingum County Fairgrounds to learn about their career opportunities. JA Inspire is a career-pathway program in partnership with local employers, colleges, and trade schools to expose students to jobs, career opportunities, and education pathways while planning high school course work. The career exploration event today was…

UPDATE: Medical Helicopter Called to Scene of SR 146 Crash

Wayne Township – The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a 2-vehicle crash on State Route 146 near milepost 21 in Muskingum County. Troopers with the Zanesville Post  were dispatched Wednesday at 7:45 a.m. to a 2-vehicle injury crash involving an ODOT Truck. Authorities said a 2014 International Dump Truck pulling an excavator, driven by William Green, age 45, of…

Local Sports Scoreboard (Tuesday, October 7th)

BOYS SOCCER: SHERIDAN – 6 PHILO – 0 MORGAN – 7 MAYSVILLE – 1 HEATH – 9 MARION-FRANKLIN – 1 CAMBRIDGE – 5 WEST HOLMES – 4   GIRLS SOCCER: MAYSVILLE – 5 SHENANDOAH – 0 LANCASTER – 3 NEWARK – 1   GIRLS VOLLEYBALL: RIVER VIEW – 3 SHERIDAN – 1 TRI-VALLEY – 3 MORGAN – 0 JOHN GLENN…

Local Partnership Continues Mission to Make Mammograms Accessible for All Women

ZANESVILLE, OH – Two organizations are coming together to help provide mammograms to the community. For the past five years, Genesis Healthcare System and Coconis Furniture have teamed up to provide 370 mammograms. Pebbles Kieber, the Director of Cancer Services, says this program has grown so much over the last few years and they’re excited to see where year 6…

A local partnership helps homes stay safe from carbon monoxide

ZANESVILLES, Ohio – The South Zanesville Fire Department and the United Way of Muskingum, Perry, and Morgan Counties are teaming up to protect you and your household from carbon monoxide. Starting on Thursday, 15 fire departments throughout Muskingum County will be able to give out and install a CO detector in your home. This program was organized by the South…

African Children’s Choir Returns to Zanesville

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The African Children’s Choir is a Christian musical group that tours the world experiencing foreign cultures with the opportunity to share part of their own.  The choir will return to Zanesville later this month to emanate their enthusiasm for life and inspire audience members through their own distinctive brand of entertainment. “These children represent so many young…

100+ Women Who Care Making a Big Difference

ZANESVILLE, OH – A group of women in Muskingum County is showing how small acts of kindness can make a big impact. 100+ Women Who Care Muskingum County is an organization made up of women who meet three times a year. Each member donates one hundred dollars at every meeting. After the donations are collected, one organization is chosen to…

Early Voting Begins for Fall Election

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Covid-19 compelled states to examine the need for expanding voting opportunities and procedures, which turned voting day into election season. Tuesday marks the first day of early voting for the 2025 Fall General Election and Board of Elections Specialist Cheryl West announced ways voters can carry-out their obligation beyond just showing up on election day. “The next…