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…
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…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Redemption Through The Lens is a book that highlights the success of some unsung tax-payer based programs that work with local individuals struggling with addiction. The Muskingum County Library System will be showcasing Local Author Leah Nairn, who is documenting the efforts being made by local social workers in carrying out the curriculum offered through those obscure…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Ohio Homeland Security recently announced the launch of a new suspicious activity reporting system that utilizes artificial intelligence to gather information on potential threats of violence. Andy Wilson, the Director of the Ohio Department of Public Safety, says the Safeguard Ohio App uses AI to help users to provide as much information as possible to help law…
McCONNELSVILLE, Ohio – The Village of McConnelsville holds the Morgan County Heritage Days festival every October. McConnelsville is home to Muskingum River Lock 7, which is operated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. This year, they are inviting the public to witness how the lock system allows watercraft to navigate around the dam, as part of the festival. “Morgan…
SHERIDAN – 28 PHILO – 7 TRI-VALLEY – 52 RIVER VIEW – 6 MORGAN – 21 JOHN GLENN – 14 NEW LEXINGTON – 54 MAYSVILLE – 16 WEST MUSKINGUM – 34 CROOKSVILLE – 12 MEADOWBROOK – 49 COSHOCTON – 17 LICKING VALLEY – 44 ZANESVILLE – 0 GRANVILLE – 38 LICKING HEIGHTS – 6 HEATH – 44 LAKEWOOD – 7…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The ZAAP Art Gallery’s artist of the month for October has been announced and her name is Diana Wilson. Wilson is a member of the ZAAP and of ARTCOZ and grew up with a life long love of art growing up on her family’s farm. It was on that farm where she was initially inspired to portray…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The Animal Shelter Society is celebrating all of their felines this month with a wicked special. For the entire month of October the Shelter will be running their “Meow-loween” Adoption Special; which includes your cat’s alteration surgery, microchip, flea and tick treatments, rabies vaccines, nail trim, and ear cleaning all for $35. April Gibson, the Executive Director…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Spooky season is the perfect time to curl up with a good book, and the Muskingum County Library System has some fun challenges to make reading even sweeter. The library is inviting book lovers to join two reading challenges through the Beanstack app. The Hallow-read challenge is open to all ages, while the Banned Books Reading Challenge…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Fall means pumpkins, football, and flu shots! Here’s where you can get yours this year. In past years, the Zanesville-Muskingum County Health Department’s vaccine clinic was held at the fairgrounds. But this fall, things are a little different. On October 16th, you’ll be able to get your flu and COVID vaccines at three different locations. Shots will…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center, or MVESC, has opened its latest childcare center in Zanesville marked with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday. The Little Farmers Academy located at 1592 Fairview Road is the latest MVESC location offering year-round childcare from infancy to school age. The educational service center typically offers preschool in partnership with local…
DRESDEN, OH – He is coming to an end zone near you. While he is pretty hard to miss, Tri-Valley sophomore running back Leevi Wade is also pretty hard to bring down. This young star is carrying the load with a point to prove for the Scotties. “You know, I see a lot of people before the season telling me…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Ed Rodgers has been named the ArtCOZ Artist of the Month for October. He began creating at a very early age and says he would wait just for the Sunday newspaper for the “Funny Papers” so he could draw the characters. As he moved into high school he began to work with acrylic paint but then life…
ZANESVILLE, OH – This week’s Dog of the Week is a sweet girl who’s looking for someone to snuggle with. Meet Nonnie! She’s a 2-year-old terrier mix who’s spayed, keeps a clean kennel, and is eagerly awaiting her forever family. Doug McQuaid, a volunteer with the K-9 Adoption Center, says Nonnie appears to be friendly with children as well as…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the local community is coming together to take action. Genesis Healthcare System in partnership with Coconis Furniture, Muskingum County Community Foundation, and several others are committed to help people recieve life-saving mammograms for free. “We’re super excited this year to get a bigger response than ever. We’ve got something new…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – A Zanesville resident is celebrating the 25th anniversary of his heart transplant and the life and family that it has afforded him. Adam Burkhart was diagnosed with familial dilated cardiomyopathy at 6 years old. The condition weakens and stretches the heart muscles, dilating the heart chambers and affecting the hearts ability to pump blood. It wasn’t until…
CAMBRIDGE, OHIO – October is Manufacturing Month and Ohio is celebrating the people and products that keep our economy strong. The Cambridge-Guernsey County Community Improvement Corporation hosted a Manufacturing Appreciation Luncheon on October 1st, at the Pritchard Laughlin Civic Center. Ohio Lt. Governor Jim Tressel was the keynote speaker, highlighting Ohio’s proud role in the industry. “In human history, the…
ZANESVILLE, OH – It’s October first, and while pumpkins are in season, so is saving money. Columbia Gas says now is the perfect time to make small changes around the house that can lead to big saving on your winter bills. Simple steps like setting your thermostat and suing its schedule function can cut costs. Using the dishwasher instead of…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Several organizations are teaming up to host a day full of fun and treats for the whole family. On October 11th from 10AM until noon at the Northside Church of the Nazarene, Care Source along with Heartbeats and the Muskingum County Women, Infants, and Children will be hosting an open house where families can learn more about…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – A local grant provider announced the recipients of their fall grant cycle. The J.W. & M.H. Straker Charitable Foundation awarded $200,000 dollars to 20 area organizations that serve to improve the lives of Muskingum County residents. “We wanted today to highlight three of our recipients. People often ask me, how do we choose our recipients and how…
The Muskingum County Community Foundation, or MCCF, celebrates 40 years with a new countywide giving campaign called The Big Give. Replacing their traditional Fall Grant Competition, the MCCF is offering nonprofits the chance to receive up to $8,000 in matching funds. This money comes from a $40,000 match pool that was created to honor the 40th anniversary of the foundation….
ZANESVILLE, OH- Operation Spirit 4 Troops is getting ready to host its 10th annual yard sale fundraiser in Zanesville. The event is set for October 2nd through the 4th at 816 Maple Avenue off McIntire Avenue. Shoppers can stop by from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the second, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the third, and 10 a.m. to 3…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – A local organization held it’s inaugural golf outing today at the Zanesville Country Club. Miles’ Mission is a group that supports families, who have undergone the trauma of infant and pregnancy loss and put to rest many of the stigmas that surround the misfortune. “So, my son Miles Owen was stillborn in October of 2021. And shortly…
SOUTH ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Each fall, the State of Ohio implements outdoor burning restrictions to mitigate the chances for widespread brush and forest fires. South Zanesville Fire Department Chief Russell Taylor talked about the state’s proclamation and explained how people can best work with them. “Every year, there’s a burn ban,” Taylor said. “It starts October the 1st to the…
