ZANESVILLE, OH – The Muskingum County Library System is getting ready to explore the wild side of music with an upcoming program. Crash, Boom, Bang will take place on Wednesday, Nov.19th from 4 to 5PM at the South Branch Library. Alex Simmons, an Assistant Youth Librarian, said this program will be similar to their 30 minute Music Makers program they…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – During the cold war of the latter half of the 20th century, America’s military had to be ready at a moment’s notice. One of those soldiers was U.S. Navy Sailor Charles W. Evans Sr. who is being recognized for his contributions from 1956 to 1958 with a locally made American flag being presented to his daughter Kim…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The holidays can provide plenty of hustle and bustle with all of the shopping and errands but there’s plenty of local leisures that can offer a little reprieve from all the rush. Zanesville and Muskingum County Convention and Visitors Bureau Manager Jordin Harmer explained how local events and businesses adapt to the holiday season by embracing the…
CAMBRIDGE, OH – A 20-year tradition continues in Cambridge, Ohio with the Dickens Victorian village. If you walk through downtown Cambridge during November and December, you can’t miss the mannequins dressed in Victorian era style. Each mannequin was designed by volunteers who had a purpose to their artwork, as each one can be seen with a description of the historical…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – You can join the Chatty Cat Cafe on Sunday afternoon to help them celebrate a major milestone. The combination of coffee shop and cat foster home, located at the Colony Square Mall in Zanesville, is celebrating over 400 adoptions that the Chatty Cat Cafe has facilitated since they opened in June of 2023. “Since then, it has…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – November is National Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month and Columbia Gas wants to help you stay safe. According to the CDC, more than 100,00 Americans visit the ER for unintentional CO poisoning, more than 14,000 are hospitalized and more than 400 Americans die from from carbon monoxide exposure. Columbia Gas of Ohio’s communications director, Erica Chronaberry, shares advice…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Sporting events draw crowds, which provide excellent opportunities to raise funds for worthy causes. Genesis Healthcare Foundation Executive Director Kelly Ashby shared how her organization will benefit from an OHSAA sanctioned basketball doubleheader that will feature the Blue Devil boys and girls scrimmaging regional opponents. “We are partnering with Zanesville High School and we are part of…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – WHIZ wants to wish a special happy birthday to Alice Kronenbitter who turned 101 on Thursday. Kronenbitter now lives in Brookdale Senior Living Center in Zanesville and celebrated 101 years of life with friends and family, some of which flew in from as far as Colorado. Her birthday also served to bring family together for the first…
ZANESVILLE, OH- The Zanesville Jaycees are preparing for one of their longest running community traditions, C-Day, an annual event focused on collecting food, clothing, and household items for families in need. This year’s event will take place Saturday, November 22, from 9 a.m. to noon, and organizers say getting involved is simple. Volunteers will spend the morning traveling across Zanesville…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – It’s time to check in with the Animal Shelter Society in Zanesville to meet our pet of the week. Meet Boone! He’s about to be 9 years old, is super loving, and gets the spotlight today in honor of Senior Pet Month. “He’s very loyal to his owner, and that’s just how he likes it. He’s a…
CAMBRIDGE, Ohio – The Cambridge Dispatch Center of the Ohio State Highway Patrol has announced their 2025 Dispatcher of the Year. John C. Ceculski has been recognized for outstanding service in 2025 with the award for his technical job knowledge and ability, enthusiastic work attitude, teamwork, and prompt and courteous response to the public’s requests for information and assistance. Ceculski…
ZANESVILLE, OH- Many Zanesville residents take pride in flying the American flag outside their homes but after years of wind and rain, those flags can become faded or torn. Now, a local service group is stepping up to make sure Old Glory always flies bright. The Kiwanis Club of Zanesville has launched the Old Glory Project. The project is a…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Good News Church in Zanesville is asking for donations from the community to help keep people warm this winter. The church, located at the corner of Euclid and Forest Avenue, is asking for boots, coats, blankets, hats, and gloves to give away to those in need at a soup and sandwich meal the are hosting for…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – This weeks dog of the week is a young pup who’s a ahead of his time and ready to find his future family. Meet Auggie, a male terrier mix who is around 5 months old with a playful spirit and a love for kids. Auggie stands out to K-9 Adoption Center volunteers like Doug McQuaid because he…
SOUTH ZANESVILLE, Ohio – As we march onward into the holiday season, there’s time to sign-up to march in the Annual Story Book South Zanesville Christmas Parade. You can sign up for the parade by visiting the South Zanesville Village office, Community Bank, or North Valley Bank and filling out a packet by Nov. 21. The parade is organized by…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The county is adopting a new, nifty little way for area children to win a free dog license for their family pet. Muskingum County Auditor Tina Huebner announced a creative new coloring contest for kids that aims to bring awareness to the importance of dog licensing while promoting responsible pet ownership. “So to participate, simply download… download…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Muskingum County Hunger Network is asking for donations to stock their food pantries as government food assistance programs are limited by the shutdown. Zanesville Fire Department Assistant Chief Doug Hobson shared some of the efforts the city is taking to help support local food pantries and hot meal programs. “So today we’re having a food drive,…
ZANESVILLE, OH – WHIZ continues to honor those who served on this Veterans day. Michael Willett received a flag from the Annin Flag Company in Coshocton for his service in the Navy from 1987 until 1991. He says he served during the First Gulf War, a tour in the Mediterranean, as well as some operation missions in Guantanamo Bay. Willett…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Many people participate on Veterans Day as spectators but one organization engages by taking action. The Paddle For Heroes crew faced a frigid headwind today while paddling the Muskingum River from the Zanesville Yacht Club to Putnam Landing in honor of those who have gone above and beyond in the service of our country. “As part of…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Across the country today, people are sharing appreciation for those who have served in the military and Ables Incorporated in Zanesville was no exception. The HVAC and electrical service company held a moment of silence around their flag pole at 11 this morning. This moment of silence was to symbolize the holidays origin when it was first…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Each year, holiday shoppers enter and exit their favorite stores that are adorned with red kettles and their bell ringing counterparts. Salvation Army Corps of Zanesville Seasonal Volunteer Coordinator Ellen Dearfield announced the need for volunteer bellringers and shared the importance of the proceeds drawn from their efforts. “Basically, we need some help with ringing bells,” Dearfield…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – A local assisted living facility is celebrating 140 years of providing care to its local residents. The Helen Purcell Home Director of Admissions and Activities Ann Combs talked about the legacy of care the nonprofit has earned during its 140 years of operation. “We are so excited to be able to celebrate a hundred and forty years,”…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The Muskingum County Library System is getting ready to host a program that will help with your computer knowledge. The Library will host their Digital Pen Pal Program on Monday, Nov. 24th from 2 to 3PM at the South Branch Library. Dutch Swigart, a Digital Skills Assistant Librarian, says attendees will learn how to create an email…
ZANEVILLE, OH- A partnership between Ohio University Zanesville and Zane Grey Elementary is giving future teachers hands-on experience and helping young readers build confidence along the way. For the past four weeks, senior education majors at Ohio University Zanesville have been working directly with first graders at Zane Grey Elementary. The university students are assessing reading skills, tailoring instruction, and…
