ZANESVILLE, Ohio — With temperatures soaring into the 90s and heat indexes topping 100 degrees, health experts are warning people to take the heat seriously. Construction workers are among those hit hardest, spending long hours under the sun to keep projects moving forward. Despite the conditions, crews are staying vigilant and adjusting their routines. “These temperatures specifically pose a real…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio — The Ohio District Council of Pentecostal churches celebrated 100 years here in Zanesville. A balloon release was held on Wednesday at Hallowed Hills campground to commemorate the accomplishments of the Ohio District Council. ODC leaders would like to remind the community that these events are open to the public and they would love for those who can…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Zanesville families will have the opportunity to have fun while learning a little history this weekend at the Muskingum 250 Community Movie Night. The free movie night open to all ages will be held Friday June 27 in the Elson Hall Auditorium at Ohio University Zanesville at 6:30 p.m. The Muskingum County 250 Committee, an organization dedicated…
ZANESVILLE, OH – This week’s dog of the week is working hard to learn new tricks to impress families this summer. Meet 2-year-old Heeler Mix, Ricky. Ricky is an outgoing puppy who gets along great with other dogs and loves kids. Ricky’s determination to learn new skills and friendly demeanor make him the perfect dog for families, even if they…
ZANESVILLE, OH – A new look is hitting the streets of Zanesville, and it’s coming from the police department. The Zanesville Police Department just added a new traffic car to its fleet, and the vehicle looks different from the typical ZPD patrol unit. The department is in the process of assessing a dedicated traffic unit for the city. “We got…
NEW CONCORD, OH – Muskingum University is filled with song, dance, and a lot of talent this week thanks to a special camp designed for young performers. The university is hosting its Summer High School Music Theatre CAMP, welcoming 39 students from over 20 different schools across the region. The weeklong camp includes daily movement classes, private voice lessons, scene…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio — The Rambo Memorial Health Center’s two-day asthma camp, known as Camp Wheeze Away, kicked off today, welcoming young campers for a mix of fun and education. The first day of camp took place at Wolfie’s Campground, where kids enjoyed a wide range of activities designed to engage and inform. “As you can see behind me, we have…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Hold on to your horses, cattle, sheep, ponies and other grazing animals. The Muskingum County Soil and Water Conservation District will hold a sustainable grazing event at the Rural Service Building on Thursday June 26 at 7 p.m. The conversation will center around how to keep livestock healthy through proper grazing management. The science behind grazing is…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The Eastside Community Ministry is stepping into its 37th year of helping local kids, one pair of shoes at a time. The annual Lace Up for Kids campaign kicks off in July. Shoes and clothes distribution will be held by appointment on Tuesday, August 5th at the Colony Square Mall. Families can apply for the program in…
DUNCAN FALLS, Ohio – The Duncan Falls-Philo Business Association will be holding their 5th annual Star Spangled Celebration this Friday at the greenspace next to Sam Hatfield Stadium. The family friendly, community event offers plenty of fun, food and games in a festive atmosphere, with proceeds from the dunk tank going toward the Natalie Martin Scholarship. “So we have a…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The first major heat wave of the summer is here and doctors want to make sure you stay safe. Some of the common and mild heat related illnesses we see when the temperatures rise are sunburn, heat rash, and heat cramps. The more severe heat related illnesses are heat stroke and heat exhaustion, which in extreme cases,…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The City of Zanesville is currently expanding Secrest Auditorium, which opened in 1941, and happens to be the largest indoor entertainment venue between Pittsburgh and Columbus. The renovations will include a 20,000 square feet expansion along with improved ADA access and modern amenities that will better serve its guests long into the 21st-Century. “The $6.4 Million has…
ZANESVILLE, OH- Diners heading into Tee Jaye’s Country Place this morning were met with an unexpected scene, a life size truck wrapped in graphic images of chickens crammed into crates, blasting audio of birds’ cries. The truck is part of PETA’s traveling campaign known as “Hell on Wheels.” They stopped in Zanesville as part of their national tour to raise awareness…
ZANESVILLE, OH- The Muskingum County Library System is bringing high flying fun to the community tomorrow with a visit from the Performance Dogs of Ohio. These energetic canines, known for their agility stunts and halftime shows, are putting on three free shows open to all ages. Audience members have the chance to be asked to participate with the dogs. “With our…
PATASKALA, OH You can now officially call it a “four-peat”. The all-stars out of the MVL wasted no time getting out of the gates red hot before downing the LCL, 34-15, to claim it’s fourth straight all-star came win over it’s neighboring county foes in a testy affair on Friday night. Even before Muskingum County’s best ran up the score…
If you plan on spending time outdoors this summer, you need to keep an eye out for a little bug that may be hitching a ride on you. Here’s our monthly segment with the Perry County Park’s District. Categories: Local News, Top Stories Tags: Jessie Bennett, Perry County Parks District, Ticks
DRESDEN, OH The MVL vs. LCL all-star game is just around the corner, and is a great way to show off our local high school talent one last time, with some athletes going off to play in college, and others playing their last game in pads ever. One of the biggest differences is that long time MVL opponents are now…
ZANESVILLE, OH- Engines will roar and dirt will fly this weekend at the Muskingum County Fairgrounds, as the second annual Summer Pull event kicks off tomorrow. Presented by AVDC, the weekend includes two nights of tractor and truck pulling competitions, food, drinks and fun for the whole family. “It’s something fun to do for the weekend, it’s supposed to be a…
ZANESVILLE, OH- A new partnership is bringing color and compassion to the Animal Shelter Society during National Adopt a Cat Month. The shelter has teamed up with 14-year-old painter Lila Gibson, whose local business, Paint The Town, decorates storefront windows with creative seasonal designs. “I really love just painting in general, I just love to do the artwork, and I…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio — The Schubach Big Band is set to kick off its concert series. The band began when band leader David Schubach moved back to Zanesville from Hollywood. It’s now entering its 14th year serving the Zanesville community. “The Schubach Big Band is getting ready to start this year’s Straker concert series, the Strakers have sponsored three different concerts,…
Zanesville,OH- The summer season is in full swing and for some that means going to camp. In this week’s Where’s Brenda, she tells us about one camp that is for a select group of kids. Categories: Local News, Top Stories, Where’s Brenda Tags: Asthma Camp for Kids, Where’s Brenda
PATASKALA, OH We are almost set for kickoff of the 43rd annual MVL vs. LCL all-star football classic, which is taking place this year at Licking Heights High School. For some of these players set to suit up on Friday night, it’s just another step on their football journey. For many others, it is just the final chance to say…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio — The City of Zanesville is taking part in the Environmental Protection Agency’s “Get Lead Out initiative” to locate and remove lead pipes from Zanesville homes. Homes built before 1988 could contain lead in their waterlines, which could contaminate drinking water and harm children’s health. To prevent lead poisoning in drinking water, the city encourages residents to check…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio — This week’s dog of the week isn’t letting the June humidity dampen her excitement for meeting families and finding her forever home. Meet 5-year-old Maggie. Like the recent weather, Maggie is not slow to warm up. Despite her only two months spent at the adoption center, Maggie is a friend to all and is already performing tricks…
