ZANESVILLE, OH – The SouthEastern Ohio Symphony Orchestra is preparing to take a trip down memory lane. SEOSO will be performing at Brown Chapel, at Muskingum University, on Sunday, March 23rd at 3:30PM. Dr. Laura Schumann, the Music Director and Conductor, said they will perform selections from previous concerts over the years. “We’re doing “Stars and Stripes”, now I’m not…
ZANESVILLE, OH – A longtime educator in the Zanesville community is set to retire. After 25 years at Ohio University Zanesville, Dr. Hannah Nissen is planning to retire from her duties on June 30th, 2025. Dean Nissen began her career at OUZ as the Program Coordinator of the Early Childhood Education Program, then becoming Dean in 2020. Nissesn said some…
ZANESVILLE, OH –This high-energy pup is searching for her paw-fect family! Meet KiKi, this week’s K9 Adoption Center Dog of the Week. “Today we have KiKi,” K9 Adoption Center Volunteer Doug McQuaid said. “She is one year old, she is already up to date on all her vaccinations. She is high energy, she would have to be walked every day….
ZANESVILLE, OH – The annual Chamber Week celebration has begun. This three-day series of events is a time to celebrate community members and businesses that make up the Zanesville-Muskingum Chamber of Commerce. The luncheon is part of the Chamber’s tradition, bringing together members, new and old, to celebrate another successful year and look ahead to future growth. “Chamber week is…
SOUTH ZANESVILLE, OH She’s making believers out of everyone as she writes her story in the Maysville wrestling record books. Only in 8th grade, Presley Sandobal is dominating the competition, both girls and boys, on the wrestling mat. “When I first started, when I was like seven years old, I started wrestling boys, like, I wrestled boys my whole life”…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Homeless Hands of Zanesville is gearing up for a night full of fun, all for a good cause. Homeless Hands’ annual benefit dinner is coming up on Saturday, March 15th, from 2 to 11PM at the Muskingum County Fairgrounds. Tammy Clark, the Executive Director, said this year they added a little twist to their benefit by also…
ZANESVILLE, OH – March is National Women’s Month and to celebrate that a local historical organization is hosting events to highlight the women who helped build Muskingum County. Muskingum History has a month full of fun events planned to help the community learn about how it all started. Dr. Larisa Harper, the Executive Director of Muskingum History, said the Putnam…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Summer is just around the corner, and Genesis Healthcare is calling on the community to lend a helping hand. They’re looking for both adult volunteers and what they call “VolunTeens” to step up and make a difference. Genesis Healthcare is actively seeking volunteers to fill a variety of roles. Their VolunTeen program is open to students ages…
McCONNELSVILLE, Ohio – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Mineral Resources Management has announced funding for several communities that have been jilted by the coal industry. Opera House Incorporated’s Executive Director Adam Shriver shared how the Village of McConnelsville has been awarded a $3 Million dollar grant from the Abandoned Mine Lands Economic Revitalization program for renovations to…
HEATH, OH It was a moment that will never be forgotten in the Heath community. A state title in 2024 after a superb run through the Division III tournament put the Bulldogs on top of all the rest. Back at Dave Klontz Field, it all begins again as the Bulldogs are back to work in 2025 with quite a different…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The John McIntire Library has served the community for many decades, while continually making changes to keep up with the times. Muskingum County Library System Executive Director Stacey Russell talked about the library’s current renovations and where they are at during the process. “So we are in the middle of renovations right now of John McIntire Library,”…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Scams and the threat of new ones popping up are unfortunately an everyday occurrence, but there are ways to make sure you and your loved ones are protected. Scammers attempt to swindle unsuspecting victims by using fake emails, links, and text messages by saying they’re another person. Ryan Lippe, a Consumer Educator with the Ohio Attorney General’s…
ZANESVILLE, OH – A local grocery store chain is celebrating a major milestone in our community. This year Riesbeck’s Food Markets are celebrating 100 years of service to Southeast Ohio. Stephen Riesbeck, the Corporate Programs Manager, said it’s amazing for any store to make it to this milestone, but for him it feels extra special. “But particularly a grocery retail…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – A local man was recently re-appointed by Governor DeWine to serve on the Ohio Wildlife Council. Local Resident and Ohio Wildlife Councilmember Solomon Curtis shared how his passion for Bass Fishing and mentoring children have led him to being recognized by Gov. DeWine and U.S. Senator Jon Husted. “All I wanted to do was fish and catch…
COLUMBUS, OH The following is a summary of how local athletes fared and placed on the final day of of the OHSAA State Wrestling Championship meet from the Schottenstein Center in Columbus. DIVISION II BOYS (FINALS): 120 lbs: Maddox Laymon (Freshman), Sheridan def. Marius Garcia (Senior), Bexley – Pin, 5:49 157 lbs: Coltyn Reedy (Senior), Sheridan def. Brody Saccoccia (Senior),…
COLUMBUS, OH The following is a summary of how local athletes fared on day two of the OHSAA State Wrestling Championship meet. The final round will take place at 5:00 pm on Sunday, March 9th, after which full placers and champions will be posted. All matches are taking place at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus. Division II BOYS (Quarterfinals):…
Muskingum County- Most people look at a block of Styrofoam and see nothing more than packaging material, but one Zanesville artist sees it as something entirely…a tiny dungeon hallway or a fantasy landscape, Bryan Lynn’s work brings action figures to life in ways you have to see to believe. Lynn the creative mind behind Karvar Kustoms, handcarves and paints incredibly…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The ZAAP Gallery has named Allison Weeks as their Artist of the Month for March. Weeks said her art journey only began a few years ago when she began attending painting classes. She said her son saw her potential and pushed her to keep creating beautiful landscape paintings and portraits. Weeks said it’s been a whirlwind and a…
ZANESVILLE, OH – This Sunday, we’re springing forward, losing an hour of sleep but gaining more daylight. While many focus on adjusting their clocks, local firefighters want you to focus on something even more important. As daylight saving time approaches, it’s a good reminder to check your smoke detectors. Ryan Saegert, a firefighter with the Zanesville Fire Department said, “With the…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The search continues for a new executive director at the Zanesville-Muskingum County Port Authority following Matt Abbott’s resignation. Board members met Thursday morning to review applicants. The Port Authority has received around nine resumes so far for the position, but the application process will remain open until a candidate is chosen. The board is looking for someone…
ZANESVILLE, OH – If you’re looking to tee up some fun this weekend, the Zanesville District Golf Association has you covered! The ZDGA is hosting its annual golf show this Saturday, March 8th, at the Zanesville Country Club. From 1 to 3:30 PM, golf lovers can swing by for games, live auctions, and prizes, all while supporting a great cause….
Muskingum County- You may have noticed that the Muskingum County Courthouse has gone green this week. It’s all in honor of 4H Week. In this week’s Where’s Brenda she talks to some 4H member and learns how your child can get involved. Categories: Local News, Top Stories, Where’s Brenda Tags: 4H week, Jamie McConnell, Muskingum County, Where’s Brenda
SOUTH ZANESVILLE, OH A trip to the regional round of a state tournament doesn’t come around all that often…unless you’re Maysville of course. For the third straight year, the Panthers are district champions and have made it to the “sweet sixteen” in boys hoops in a feeling that truly never gets old. “You know, it’s always just special because you…
ZANESVILLE, OH – This month’s ArtCOZ Artist of the Month is celebrating a major milestone this Friday, 11 years right here in Zanesville. Yan Sun is the visionary behind the Yan Sun Art Museum and Gallery located at 604 Main Street. Not only is he the owner of the museum, but he’s also a professor at Muskingum University and a…
