National Champion in Studio! Zanesville’s Julian Goines-Jackson Discusses Title, Ryan Day, NFL Draft

Zanesville, OH – Many Ohio State players are preparing for the NFL Draft. We thought it would be the perfect time to bring in one of Zanesville’s own Ohio State Buckeyes for a sit-down interview. Here’s Steven Wasserman’s interview with Julian Goines-Jackson.     Categories: Local Sports Tags: Julian Goines-Jackson, Ohio State Buckeyes, Steven Wasserman

Zanesville High School Students Help to Clean the Community

ZANESVILLE, OH – Students at Zanesville High School helped to make the area they call home a better place. In partnership with the Zanesville-Muskingum County Health Department, High School students had the opportunity to volunteer to clean up tobacco and e-cigarette litter. Julia Zalmanek, the Health Educator with the Health Department, said to help boost participation, they made this into…

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

ZANESVILLE, OH – This week’s Dog of the Week is a gentle giant. Meet Odie! He’s two-years-old, neutered, does well with other dogs, and is eagerly looking for someone to adopt him. Doug McQuaid, a Volunteer at the K-9 Adoption Center, said Odie came to them as a stray in September and they later learned that his previous owner knew…

Rooted in History: Guernsey County Kicks Off America-250 Celebration

CAMBRIDGE, OH – Guernsey County is joining communities across Ohio to grow something meaningful- one tree at a time. Although America’s 250th birthday isn’t until 2026, Guernsey County is getting a head start on the celebration. The Guernsey County Commissioners and the Cambridge/Guernsey County Visitors and Convention Bureau held a special Heritage Tree Planting Ceremony. A native Ohio white oak…

DeWine Declares April 20-26 Ohio State Parks Week

ZANESVILLE, Ohio–Governor Mike DeWine has declared April 20th through 26th Ohio State Parks Week, and Dillon State Park is in the midst of the celebration. Ohio is one of the few states in the nation that doesn’t charge an entrance fee for its state parks making it the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors. Park naturalist Michael Durst is encouraging those…

Tri-Valley, Sheridan Split Spring Doubleheader…Again

THORNVILLE, OH The two schools are certainly no strangers to one another, regardless of the sports season. Tri-Valley and Sheridan have been big school division rivals for quite some time, and the baseball and softball teams are certainly no strangers to the rivalry. After a 5-2 road victory on Monday evening, Sheridan followed it up with an 8-0 shutout on…

Secrest’s Summer Concert Series Brings Live Music to Zanesville

ZANESVILLE, Ohio–Construction at Secrest Auditorium and Music Hall isn’t slowing down the fun this summer. Despite ongoing renovations, the Summer Concert Series will kick off as planned on May 22nd. Concerts will be held Thursday evenings throughout the summer and are free to the public. “We’re starting each of our concert nights at 5 o’clock, then we’re going to have…

National Work Zone Awareness Week

ZANESVILLE, OH – This week is National Work Zone Awareness Week. It’s an annual spring campaign to remind motorists to move over, slow down, and be alert as we enter into construction season. Chas Cosgrave, the ODOT District 5 Public Information Officer, says so far in 2025, 54 crews have been struck by a motorist, compared to last year’s grand…

New Eco Center Opens at Salt Fork State Park

LORE CITY, OH – Earth Day got a little brighter with a grand opening that’s all about protecting the planet. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources celebrated Earth Day by cutting the ribbon on the brand-new Eco Discovery Center at Salt Fork State Park. This 3,332-square-foot facility invites visitors to explore Ohio’s natural world through hands-on exhibits, animals, and interactive…

LOCAL SCOREBOARD (Monday, April 21st)

BASEBALL: TRI-VALLEY – 10 SHERIDAN – 0 RIVER VIEW – 9 JOHN GLENN – 4 CROOKSVILLE – 10 COSHOCTON – 0 WEST MUSKINGUM – 14 MAYSVILLE – 4 NEW LEXINGTON – 5 MEADOWBROOK – 0 GRANVILLE – 10 ZANESVILLE – 0 NEWARK CATHOLIC – 10 JOHNSTOWN-MONROE – 0 LAKEWOOD – 10 NORTHRIDGE – 2 OVAC Class 2A Semifinal CALDWELL –…

MCLS Naturalist’s Book Club

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Literacy is an avenue that can lead us to a better understanding of the world we live in.  Muskingum County Library System Assistant Reference Librarian Jeffrey Cornett explained how MCLS and Dillon State Park Naturalist Michael Durst are teaming up to offer The Naturalist’s Nature Book Club, which picks a book to read and discuss before meeting…

Spring Brunch for Winter Coats

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary’s annual Spring Brunch is a warm and generous fundraiser that allows Muskingum County youth to stay warm and comfortable next winter.  The organization’s Publicity Chairperson Sue Bell invited the public to check out how they can benefit by participating in their upcoming charitable gettogether.  “Most people would know the Salvation Army Women’s…

North Valley Bank to Host Annual Shred Day Event

ZANESVILLE, OH – The community has a chance to do some spring cleaning and help out a local non-profit all in the same weekend. This Saturday, April 26th from 9Am until Noon, North Valley Bank will be hosting their annual Shred Day Event. Josh Arp, the assistant banking office manager at North Valley, says you can bring up to 100lbs…

LOCAL SCOREBOARD (Thursday, April 17th)

BASEBALL: JOHN GLENN – 10 WEST MUSKINGUM – 8 SHERIDAN – 14 CROOKSVILLE – 0 TRI-VALLEY – 21 COSHOCTON – 1 PHILO – 10 MAYSVILLE – 1 NEW LEXINGTON – 21 MORGAN – 16 RIVER VIEW – 10 MEADOWBROOK – 9 MT. VERNON – 11 ZANESVILLE – 1 HEATH – 6 NORTHRIDGE – 1 LAKEWOOD – 3 JOHNSTOWN-MONROE – 1…

Pet of the Week: Meet Valentine

ZANESVILLE, OH – She’s got floppy ears, a wagging tail and a heart full of love! This week’s Animal Shelter Society Pet of the Week is Valentine. Valentine is a 5-year-old Coonhound who is looking for a forever home with lots of love and plenty of space to play. “Perfect family for her if we had a choice, outside, country…

Foodworks Alliance Celebrates 10 Years

SOUTH ZANESVILLE, OH–Foodworks Alliance marked a major milestone—celebrating 10 years of service in Muskingum County. The organization held a ceremonial ribbon cutting and open house to commemorate the occasion. Board members and community leaders gathered at the facility to reflect on a decade of growth and impact. “We are celebrating 10 years of Foodworks Alliance. This organization started in 2015,…

Breaking Free TRC Brings Books to the Barn

ZANESVILLE, OH – If you love books and animals, this weekend is the perfect chance to combine the two. Breaking Free Therapeutic Riding Center is holding Read with a Horse on April 19th. Kids will get an hour to read to a real horse using a book from home or one provided onsite. Families can choose from one of two…

LOCAL SCOREBOARD (Wednesday, April 16th)

BASEBALL: MORGAN – 10 MAYSVILLE – 6 SHERIDAN – 7 PHILO – 1 LAKEWOOD – 3 ZANESVILLE – 1 GRANVILLE – 11 NORTHRIDGE – 2 MT. VERNON – 6 NEWARK CATHOLIC – 5 TEAYS VALLEY – 2 NEWARK – 0 FAIRFIELD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY – 8 ROSECRANS – 5 CALDWELL – 7 MONROE CENTRAL – 1 BUCKEYE TRAIL – 6 CONOTTON…

Tri-Valley Student Honored With ‘Saved by the Belt’ Award

ZANESVILLE, OH–A Tri-Valley High School student was recognized for a decision that saved her life. Rion Harmon, a junior softball player at Tri-Valley, was involved in a serious car accident months ago. Authorities say if she hadn’t been wearing her seatbelt, she likely wouldn’t be here today. Her story serves as a reminder to buckle up no matter where you’re…

Meet Topanga! This Week’s Dog of the Week

ZANESVILLE, OH – This week’s Dog of the Week is a high energy pup with a heart of gold. Meet Topanga! She’s a 1-year-old terrier mix who’s looking for her forever cuddle buddy. Doug McQuaid, a volunteer at the K-9 Adoption Center, said Topanga is great with people and kids but would have to be the only dog in the…