ZANESVILLE, Ohio–The Muskingum County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday that one of its K-9 officers has passed away. Sheriff Matt Lutz said K-9 Cooper died from heat exhaustion on Friday, September 5. Cooper was a single purpose K-9, trained in drug detection and was assigned to Det. Sgt. Matt Wilhite. Sheriff Lutz said Cooper was in Det. Sgt. Wilhite’s unmarked vehicle…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – John McIntire founded Zanesville over 200 years ago but his contributions to the community continue. The Zanesville Canal and Manufacturing Company, founded by McIntire, manages his estate with a mission to support the education of children from low-income families. The company recently awarded the John McIntire Library with $650,000 for their ongoing remodel. “When we found out…
MALTA, OH- The Malta/McConnelsville Rotary will host the Front Street Fest on Thursday, September 11, at the park on Front Street in Malta. The free community event runs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and features live music, food vendors, and an American Pride segment remembering 9/11 with a color guard, pledge of allegiance, and patriotic songs. Musician Steve Spires…
BOYS SOCCER: JOHN GLENN – 5 SHERIDAN – 1 WEST MUSKINGUM – 10 PHILO – 0 MAYSVILLE – 4 COSHOCTON – 0 MORGAN – 1 TRI-VALLEY – 0 ROSECRANS – 6 SHENANDOAH – 0 ST. CLAIRSVILLE – 5 CAMBRIDGE – 2 GIRLS SOCCER: JOHN GLENN – 3 WEST MUSKINGUM – 2 HILAND – 2 RIVER VIEW – 1 WATKINS…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The Zanesville-Muskingum County Convention and Visitors Bureau has announced a brand new Grant Program. The 2026 Tourism Development Grant Program will provide financial assistance to for-profits, non-profits, as well as municipal organizations to help promote tourism across Muskingum County. Jordin Harmer, the CVB Manager, says they’re very excited to be able to give local businesses the opportunity…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Have you ever wondered which vital skill of basic education kids are missing each day they’re not attending school? Zane Grey Intermediate School Assistant Principal Judy Tolley shared how her school is incentivizing attendance so that kids can be taught the skills that will make their coursework come easier as they progress toward high school. “We’re asking…
CAMBRIDGE, Ohio – From 2023 to 2024, youthful drivers were involved in more than 154,000 crashes which is why the Ohio State Highway Patrol is offering educational programs. The DRIVE to Live program allows for schools and community groups to work the the Highway Patrol through educational conversations about how to stay safe on the road and addressing the common…
ZANESVILLE, OH – September is Hunger Action Month, and Columbia Gas of Ohio is rolling up their sleeves to help neighbors in need. The company is once again supporting hunger-focused nonprofits across the state. Columbia Gas team members are spending the month serving meals, handing out food, and packing boxes with groups like the Mid-Ohio Food Collective, Connecting Kids to…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The Friends of the Library is gearing up for a night full of fun, good food, and trivia. Stemming from their Books and Brews event they hosted back in April, the Friends of the Library will be hosting a Trivia Night at Weasel Boy Brewing Company on Thursday, Sept. 11th from 6 to 8PM. Beverly Bell, the…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Christmas may still be a few months away but some of Santa’s Elves are already hard at work. This week marks the final week for sign-ups for the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree and Coats for Kids Programs. George Bates, the Envoy at the Salvation Army, says all you have to do is come in, grab an application,…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Each fall, the Zanesville-Muskingum County Health Department holds their annual Flu and Covid Vaccination Clinic at the fairgrounds. However this year, the event has been cancelled due to internal conflicts that are taking place inside the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC is the governmental agency that sets the policy for how the vaccinations should…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Muskingum County is aiming to capitalize on its tourism. The Muskingum County Commissioners met with members of the Zanesville Muskingum County Convention and Visitors Bureau to hear how the recent implementation of the short term rental tax is working. “The meeting with the commissioners this morning was over the short term rental bed tax, a 7 percent…
COLUMBUS, OH – So far, so good for the top team in the land. After a week one win over Texas, all eyes from the Buckeyes turn to week two at ‘The Shoe’ with Grambling coming into town. The defense paved the way against the Longhorns, and as impressive as that was, there’s still much to build on as we…
ZANESVILLE, OH – This week we have a rivalry matchup between Newark versus Zanesville. This game also has even more meaning as this is Zanesville head coach Zach Clapper’s first home game! Will the Blue Devils get their first win of the season? There’s only one way to find out! Catch the replay of our ‘Community Bank: Game of the…
ZANESVILLE, OH -Monica Crawford has been named the Artist of the Month at the ZAAP Gallery. Crawford is a self-taught painter who finds inspiration in all of the patterns, colors, and shapes that are out in nature. She says her art style is constantly evolving but it stays a steady mix of realism and abstract with hints of fantasy thrown…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The South Zanesville Fire Department is gearing up for an evening full of fun, raffles, and great food. This Saturday, September 6th, the Fire Department will be hosting a Meat Raffle starting at 6PM at Amrou Grotto. Chief Russ Taylor says they haven’t hosted a meat raffle in a few months and with winter coming, now is…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Beards battle at The Barn to raise money for a non-profit supporting veterans this weekend. The third annual Buckeye Beard Battle is this Saturday at the Barn on Linden Avenue. Competitors can compete for $20 per entry with all the money raised going towards Combat to Kayaks. This non-profit helps veterans transition to civilian life and find…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – If you’re in the market for gently used books, CDs, DVDs, games and puzzles then Abbot Senior Living has you covered. The non-profit residential facility is holding its final Book and Media Sale on Thursday, Sept. 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All of the proceeds go towards a fund that covers the costs for various…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The new Muskingum County Jail is beginning to take shape… literally. County Commissioners met with the county administrator to review the construction phase of the project. Down on Pershing Road, walls are up, and more are being put in place, marking a major milestone for the future facility. The jail is designed to bring more space, safety,…
DUNCAN FALLS, OH – Whoever coined the phrase, ‘like father, like son’ clearly had Dirk and Jack Lincicome in mind. Two hard workers, great minds, and a whole lot of determination driving the Philo football program. “Coaching Jack is usually really good energy. Especially this year, he’s in a situation where he’s now one of the team captains” says Dirk,…
CAMBRIDGE, OH – “I am worth it.” Words uttered time and time again from Ohio State alum Antonio Smith, who was once a first team all-Big Ten selection and BCS national champion. Smith is now using his platform to help inspire others, whether it’s as an author or motivator. He is taking the opportunity to teach those who may follow…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Julie Shaffer has been named the ArtCOZ Artist of the Month for September. Shaffer began creating pieces of jewelry from vintage spoons when she couldn’t find something she liked from a regular store. She says she purchased her first spoon ring at a market and the rest was history. “I was looking for a ring, a specific…
ZANESVILLE, OH – This Week’s Dog of the Week is a young pup but he already knows a couple of tricks. Meet Kristoff! He’s a 9-month-old pup who’s neutered, does well with kids and other dogs, and is ready for his forever home. Doug McQuaid, a volunteer at the K-9 Adoption Center, says they’ve learned through working with Kristoff that…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The I-70 construction project through Zanesville is entering a new phase with new rules of the road. New changes to the roadmap include the closure of the Underwood Street off ramp on I-70 west, major lanes shifts for the eastbound lanes starting on Sept. 7 and the westbound lanes shifting on Sept. 14. “We’re going to be…
