Skating for a Scholarship

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – A scholarship that benefits trade students has been created to honor the late Adrian Ramos Sr.  A major fundraiser for the scholarship takes place each holiday season at the Lind Arena on Linden Avenue in Zanesville. Event Organizer Faith Cornell remembered Ramos and explained the significance of the scholarship.  “He loved to skate and he loved… really…

Y-City Toy Drive Kicks off the Holiday Season

ZANESVILLE, OH – Zanesville Police Department and Gracie Allegiance Ohio team up for the local holiday toy drive. November marks the beginning of the holiday season, which means it’s the perfect time to give back to your community. ZPD and Gracie Allegiance have come together to spread holiday cheer and collect toys for the Zanesville youth. “One of the things…

River View Wins First State Title Behind Massie’s Gloves and Walters’ Heroics

COLUMBUS, OH A state title doesn’t come around all too often, let alone an opportunity at calling yourselves champions. River View boys soccer had an opportunity at history and greatness, trying to become the first team in program history, league history, and district history to become state champions when the Black Bears faced 2023 runner up Worthington Christian at Historic…

Paddle for Heroes Veterans Day Commemoration

ZANESVILLE, OH – Paddle for Heroes embark on their annual Veterans Day journey to honor those who served. There are many ways to honor the people who have served and continue to serve this country. Vice president of Paddle for Heroes, Joey Butts, wanted to take a different approach by encouraging veterans and first responders to come out and heal…

WHIZ Military Salute

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Many of the rights and privileges that we take for granted today have been gained and defended through the efforts of our veterans.  WHIZ took a moment today to recognize a veteran and thank him with an honorary flag from Annin Flagmakers. Retired Army Sergeant First Class William Sellers served 21 years in the army and has…

Hometown Heroes Resource Fair

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – America has become the greatest nation in the world, in part through the service and sacrifices rendered by the members of its armed forces. The Hometown Heroes Veterans Day Celebration and Resource Fair was held at the John McIntire Library to honor their service and share avenues of support for veterans who might be struggling.  “We mean…

LOCAL FOOTBALL SCOREBOARD – PLAYOFFS: ROUND TWO

DIVISION III, REGION 11 (#11) DOVER – 37 (#3) TRI-VALLEY – 35 (#5) BLOOM-CARROLL – 17 (#4) LICKING VALLEY – 29 (#4) Licking Valley will play (#1) Bishop Watterson at 7:00 pm on Friday, November 15th in the regional semifinal round at a site to be determined   DIVISION IV, REGION 15 (#6) LOGAN ELM – 14 (#3) NEW LEXINGTON…

Animal Shelter Society Warns of the Dangers of Fleas, Ticks

ZANESVILLE, OH – The Animal Shelter Society is shedding light on the importance of spaying and neutering your pets. They just hosted a Catapalooza spay and neuter clinic on Wednesday, where they performed procedures on over 50 cats. Rebecca Hunt, the Animal Care Manager at the Animal Shelter, said just because it’s getting darker sooner it doesn’t mean there aren’t…

Race for Grace: Thanksgiving Run and Walk to Fight Hunger

ZANESVILLE, OH – This Thanksgiving, before the turkey and pie, the community is invited to get moving for a great cause during the 17th annual Race for Grace. On Thanksgiving morning, November 28th, runners and walkers will gather at Grace United Methodist Church at 9 AM to kick off the beloved 5K race. The route will take participants through the…

Holiday Attractions Spark Economic Growth

ZANESIVLLE, OH – Bryan Place was filled with holiday spirit and hometown pride. Appalachian Ohio held a meeting to discuss how Christmas attractions can help grow tourism in the Appalachian region. The meeting brought together local leaders from across the region to talk about their areas Christmas destinations, with Cambridge sharing their beloved Victorian Village, Steubenville sharing their Nutcracker Village…

Hometown Heroes: Celebration and Resource Fair

Zanesville, OH- There’s a chance for you to hear the first hand experiences of veterans in our community. The Hometown Heroes: Celebration and Resource Fair will take place on Veterans Day. The president of the Veterans Appreciation Foundation, Wayne Clark is one of three veterans sharing their stories at the John McIntire Library. “I honestly was really inspired by the…

OUZ Hosts Annual Good Samaritan Blanket Drive

ZANESVILLE, OH – A local University is gearing up for their annual blanket drive. Ohio University-Zanesville and the Student Nurses Association’s annual Good Samaritan Blanket Drive kicked off on Nov. 4th and runs until Dec. 3rd. Lezlie Lucas, the Nursing Operation Coordinator at OUZ, said this is an opportunity for the Student Nurses at OUZ to carry on the legacy…

Rambo Memorial Health Levy Passes

ZANESVILLE, OH – The Rambo Memorial Health renewal levy passed in Tuesday’s Election. Shannon Bell, the executive director of Rambo, said they were excited to get the news that the levy passed. She said without this levy they wouldn’t be able to provide the quality of care they strive for at Rambo. “Moving forward from the levy and knowing that…

Prouty and Cameron Secure Muskingum County Commissioner Seats

ZANESVILLE, OH – Election Day has brought some fresh and familiar faces to the Muskingum County Board of Commissioners. Republican newcomer Drake Prouty has won the race for Muskingum County Commissioner, defeating Democratic candidate John Furek. Prouty will be stepping into the seat left open by retiring Commissioner, Mollie Crooks. Prouty brings a lot of local experience to the position and…

Columbia Gas of Ohio Warns Customers of Carbon Monoxide

ZANESVILLE, OH – November is Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month. In recognition of that, Columbia Gas of Ohio is urging people to use caution as they begin to warm their homes. Erica Chronaberry, the Communications Director for Columbia Gas of Ohio, said carbon monoxide is the ‘silent killer’ because it’s a tasteless, odorless, gas that claims the lives of hundreds of…

ZMC Chamber Hosts Farewell Party for Long Serving VP

ZANESVILLE, OH – The Zanesville-Muskingum County Chamber of Commerce hosted a Farewell Party for a long serving member. Kelly Ashby, the Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce and the Convention and Visitors Bureau, is leaving after 31 years. She has accepted the role as Executive Director of the Genesis Foundation and will start there on Nov.18th. Ashby said it’s…

Muskingum County Residents Turn Out for Election Day

ZANESVILLE, OH – Residents in Muskingum County were out Tuesday, making sure their voice was heard. Polling locations here in Ohio opened at 6:30AM and will close at 7:30PM. The Muskingum County Center for Seniors was just one of those polling locations and residents were out in waves to cast their ballot. Dellena Morton, one voter, said she like many…

Election Day Etiquette

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Tuesday, marks the official voting day for the 2024 General election. Muskingum County Board of Elections Specialist Cheryl West shared some last minute voting tips that registered voters can use to improve their election day experience. “You would need to go to your polling location on the 5th if you’re still wanting to vote,” West said. “Hours…

Last Minute Campaigning

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Campaigning is a time honored, American tradition, where candidates mingle with the public to gain their support.  A last minute campaign stop took place today at Tom’s Ice Cream Bowl, where Republican candidates Bernie Moreno and Troy Balderson pitched their purpose to the patrons. “Both of us came from the retail automotive business,” Moreno said. “Sherrod Brown…