Muskingum County Renews Tornado Siren Contract to Ensure Public Safety

ZANESVILLE, OH – As tornado season ramps up, Muskingum County is making sure safety comes first, and that everyone can hear it loud and clear. The Muskingum County Emergency Management Agency met with county commissioners on June 5th to renew their annual tornado siren contract. The contract covers inspection, maintenance, and repairs for all sirens across Muskingum County. “We came…

ArtCOZ Honors Lively as Artist of the Month

Zanesville, OH- The ArtCoz Artist for the month of June has had her work displayed everywhere from National Geographic to Children’s books. Zanesville photographer, Paula Lively is a graduate from the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. Lively has 30 years of experience in photography. She captures rock concerts, dance companies, weddings, newborns and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Washington…

Students Learn about Healthcare Field

Zanesville,OH- Some local students got a hands-on look at the world of healthcare, thanks to HEAT camp at Ohio University Zanesville. The healthcare exploration and training camp, better known as HEAT welcomed incoming 7-9th graders for a hands-on, immersive experience into the world of health professions. Students rotated through simulations and lab activities, learning everything from taking vital signs to…

One Good Deed at a Time: Zanesville Man Sets Out to Spread Kindness Across All 50 States

ZANESVILLE, Ohio— What if a simple act of kindness could change the world? For John Larson, a father, grandfather, and local restaurant owner from Zanesville, that question sparked a nationwide mission, to complete one good deed in every U.S. state. “I didn’t see a happy country five years ago,” Larson said. “I thought, what can I do as an individual?”…

Meet Archie!: This Week’s Dog of the Week

ZANESVILLE, OH – This Week’s Dog of the Week ain’t nothing but a lap dog! Meet Archie! He’s a four-year-old beagle mix who’s neutered, kid and dog friendly, and is searching for his forever couch buddy. Doug McQuaid, a Volunteer at the K-9 Adoption Center, said some of Archie’s favorite things are sitting on your lap, cuddling next to you…

Traveling Back in Time: Zane’s Trace Commemoration

Zanesville,OH-  Zanesville residents can travel back in time during the Zane’s Trace Commemoration held at Putnam Landing. The annual commemoration will kick off Friday, June 13 with a ribbon cutting by Mayor Don Mason. The commemoration will have activities and events including live music, historical demonstrations, food, arts and crafts, karaoke, games and wrestling. “It seems like lately everybody wants…

MVHC And Nationwide Children’s

  ZANESVILLE, Ohio – A local medical provider is teaming up with a nationally renowned pediatric healthcare system. Muskingum Valley Health Centers CEO Dan Atkinson announced a new collaboration with Nationwide Children’s Hospital and how area families will benefit. “Over the last several years we’ve been in talks with Nationwide Children’s Hospital on how we can collaborate closely to help…

World Bicycle Day

COSHOCTON, Ohio – Coshocton County held a fun event at the fairgrounds that introduced area youth to transportation safety. The health department along with the sheriff’s office, fire department and county prosecutor’s office were on hand raffling off bicycles, giving away child ID kits, free bicycle helmets and safety tips as kids got to ride their bikes on the smooth…

Muskingum County Receives Grant for County Jail

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections recently granted Muskingum County $7 Million Dollars to help fund the construction of their future county jail.  Muskingum County Commissioner Melissa Bell talked about the grant application process and how the grant will help to fund the much needed $78.6 Million dollar project.  “We are very excited that we learned…

Barbershop Chorus to Perform during First Friday

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Y-City Barbershop Men’s Chorus has been a fixture in the community since 1979 and will be performing this Friday. Y-City Barbershop Chorus Members Brian Morgan and Jeff Moore talked about their upcoming event as well as their participation in the community. “We were invited by Mike Seiler of Seiler’s Studios on 7th Street.  Our quartet actually…

National Road Yard Sales

Muskingum County- One of the nation’s longest yard sales is back and rolling right through our area this week. What does a pickle jar, a porcelain doll, and an old school desk all have in common? They all might be sitting in someone’s front yard right now, and all for sale. Because the National Road Route 40 Yard Sale has officially…

Animal Shelter Society Provides Update on Bellatrix

ZANESVILLE, OH – This week The Animal Shelter Society is taking the time to provide an update on one of their strongest warriors. A few weeks ago we told you about Bellatrix, a 3-year-old dog who was abandoned in a box for two weeks back in February 2024. April Gibson, the Executive Director of the Shelter, said after months of…

New Genesis Facility Offers Faster, More Convenient Imaging

ZANESVILLE, Ohio — Genesis Hospital staff marked a milestone celebrating the opening of a new outpatient imaging facility on Maple Avenue. The facility offers a wide range of imaging services, including X-rays, ultrasounds, CT scans and MRIs. Patients can expect enhancements such as faster MRI scanning, which means shorter appointments and quicker results. “The value proposition here is a combination…

Reading Festival Set at Colony Square Mall

Muskingum County- Looking for something to do this summer? The Muskingum County Library System has some to offer with their upcoming festival and competition. The library is kicking off the start of summer with the Muskingum County Literacy Council to host the Muskingum County Reading Festival happening at the Colony Square Mall on June 7 from 10am-1pm. The festival, meant…

State Fire Marshal’s Office Urges Caution when Grilling

ZANESVILLE, OH – Grilling Season is officially upon us and the State Fire Marshal’s Office wants to make sure you’re prioritizing safety. The State Fire Marshal’s Office and Division of Liquor Control are urging Ohioans to use caution as they fire up the grill for the first time this summer. Paul Martin, the assistant chief of fire prevention with the…

Zanesville Health Department Secures Funding to Support Incarcerated Residents Battling Addiction

ZANESVILLE, OH – The Zanesville-Muskingum County Health Department is taking a big step forward in the fight against substance use disorder, thanks to new funding aimed at helping some of the community’s most vulnerable residents. The department received over $105,000 from the OneOhio Recovery Foundation to fight substance use disorder. The money will fund a peer recovery support program inside…

Meet Uno: This Weeks Dog of The Week

Submitted by WHIZ Intern Maddie Luebkert

ZANESVILLE, OH – 353 days is how long this week’s Dog of The Week has spent at the K9 Adoption Center, waiting for the right family to walk through the doors. Uno, a two-and-a-half-year-old terrier, is the k9 Adoption Center’s longest resident. The center took in the energetic and well-mannered puppy as a stray in June of 2024. Uno has…

Coshocton Hot Air Balloon Festival Set to Soar June 5–7

ZANESVILLE, Ohio — The Coshocton Hot Air Balloon Festival is getting ready for takeoff in June. The three-day event floats into town June 5 through 7, bringing a weekend full of color and fun for the whole family at the Coshocton County Fairgrounds. “We’ll have balloon flights scheduled generally at 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., but it all depends on…

First Responders and Staff Train for School Safety at Maysville Schools

ZANESVILLE, OH – Summer vacation may be in full swing, but school safety doesn’t take a break. On May 27th, the halls of Maysville High School were the site of a life-saving training. The Muskingum County Sheriff’s Office, Zanesville Police Department, South Zanesville Police Department, the Ohio State Highway Patrol and area EMS and fire departments conducted a large-scale active…