ZANESVILLE, OH -A celebration of life is planned for a beloved and long serving member of the Muskingum County Fair Board that passed away. Doug Guinsler passed away on October 3rd while working the Loudonville Street Fair. He served on the Fair Board beginning in 1975 and was their Secretary for over 35 years. Guinsler’s love of the fair and…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Former Muskingum County Assistant Prosecutor Gerald Anderson was officially sworn in on October 17th as a judge in the Muskingum County Court of Common Pleas. The ceremony took place at the courthouse, marking Anderson’s transition into his new role. He is filling the seat previously held by Judge Mark Fleegle, who recently retired. Anderson has a background…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The Zanesville Museum of Art is inviting you to celebrate some comic strip classics. The ZMA will be hosting an exhibition opening of “From Comic Strip to Canvas: The Art of Tom Everhart” on Thursday, October 24th, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. This new exhibit will feature iconic Peanuts characters, with Snoopy taking the spotlight, as they…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The City of Zanesville’s Sanitation Department is getting an upgrade. The city recently purchased a new trash truck with the hopes to improve safety for workers as well as motorists. Mayor of Zanesville Don Mason, said this new truck features an arm with large pincers to lift the trash can up and into the truck. Mayor Mason…
ZANESVILLE, OH – October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and our community is making it easier than ever for women to get the care they need. Genesis Healthcare System has once again teamed up with Coconis Furniture and other local businesses to offer free mammogram screenings. These screenings are for women who don’t have insurance, are underinsured, or just can’t…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Florafino’s Flowers & Gifts is rolling out the red carpet to celebrate their customers. On Saturday, October 19th from 9 AM to 3 PM, Florafino’s will host their Red-Carpet Customer Appreciation Day. The event will feature door prizes, giveaways, complimentary coffee and roses for all who attend. Visitors will have the opportunity to snap a photo with…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Eastpointe Business Park is celebrating a major milestone this year 25 years of growth and success right here in Muskingum County. Spanning approximately 1,500 acres, Eastpointe Business Park has grown over the years into a hub for businesses, giving companies a place to land and thrive. One of the park’s most notable additions is Dollar General, which…
Muskingum County- As the colder weather creeps in, staying warm doesn’t have to break the bank. Columbia Gas has a solution to keep your home cozy. Columbia Gas of Ohio offers helps to customers through the 2024-2025 special reconnect order and the Home Energy Assistance Program. These programs offer support for customers facing difficulties with heating costs. “The special reconnect order…
BYESVILLE, OH A member of the Meadowbrook Colts football team is trying to help blaze the path for young women in the most popular game in America, as she continues to set a standard for women in sports. Here is the story of Hailey Arnold. “I’ve always been a fan of football. When I was little, I was like, man,…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Muskingum County Prosecutor’s Office is asking the public to sign a petition that would keep a convicted murderer behind bars. Muskingum County Prosecutor Ron Welch said the state is reviewing the case of Billy J. Shafer, who murdered and dismembered 5-year-old Sara West in 1993. “When Mr. Shafer was initially sentenced, he was sentenced to life…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – A local church will celebrate its 180th anniversary with an open house that will showcase many historical relics. Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Pastor Andrew Wilson shared his perspective of the milestone along with some of the ways the church remains vibrant in the community. “A hundred and eighty years is a long time for a church to be…
ZANESVILLE, OH – OMEGA made a pit stop in Zanesville on October 15th, giving local leaders a chance to map out future transportation projects. The Ohio Mid-Eastern Governments Association held a Rural Consultation meeting to discuss upcoming and ongoing Ohio Department of Transportation projects. The meeting focused on the Regional Transportation Improvement Plan (RTIP) and OMEGA’s Long-Range Transportation and Community…
Bats can seem scary when they’re flying around in the night sky. But, as one expert says bats are our friends. WHIZ’s Nichole Hannahs got a chance to learn more about them in our segment with the Perry County Parks District. Categories: Local News, Top Stories Tags: Bats, Jessie Bennett, Perry County Parks District
GIRLS SOCCER Division 3, East Bracket – Sectional Final: (#5) ZANESVILLE – 0 (#3) JOHN GLENN – 6 Division 3, Southeast Bracket – Sectional Semifinal: (#9) SHERIDAN – 1 (#8) UNIOTO – 4 Division 4, Southeast Bracket – Sectional Semifinal: (#11) NEW LEXINGTON – 0 (#6) FAIRLAND – 8 Division 5, East Bracket – Sectional Finals: (#8) RIDGEWOOD – 1…
ZANESVILLE, OH It really is hard to believe that we’re two months into the high school football season, and with just two weeks to go in the regular season, we look at our top players from an exciting week eight of action! Now, the result might not have gone Zanesville’s way on AM 1240 against Watkins in the LCL, but…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The John McIntire Library will soon be undergoing renovations to better meet the needs of the 21st Century public. Muskingum County Library System Marketing and Community Relations Director Sean Fennell announced an upcoming event that will share all of the renovation details with the public. “It’s the John McIntire last look party. Everyone is invited. We would…
ZANESVILLE, OH – A local nonprofit organization is looking to immortalize the life and legacy of a former slave. The Nelson T. Gant Foundation recently started their “Brick Campaign” to help fund the creation and installment of a 7 foot, bronze, statue of Gant. Todd Ware, the President of the Gant Foundation, said the bricks that are purchased through the…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Downtown Zanesville has a variety of historic churches that add to the splendor of the community through their distinct architecture. The Market Street Baptist Church, located along 6th Street, donates its grandeur to the community through its stained glass windows. Property Chairman Alan Wilson explained the significance of the windows along with steps being taken to maintain…
MEADOWBROOK – 19 NEW LEXINGTON – 41 TRI-VALLEY – 35 PHILO – 7 MAYSVILLE – 0 WEST MUSKINGUM – 43 SHERIDAN – 48 MORGAN – 16 JOHN GLENN – 67 RIVER VIEW – 0 CROOKSVILLE – 29 COSHOCTON – 45 ZANESVILLE – 6 WATKINS – 41 NEWARK CATHOLIC – 0 HEATH – 51 GRANVILLE – 19 LICKING VALLEY – 22…
BOYS SOCCER West Muskingum – 3 Lakewood – 0 Grove City Christian – 1 Bishop Rosecrans – 3 John Glenn – 1 New Philadelphia – 0 GIRLS SOCCER Philo – 1 Sheridan – 3 River View – 1 West Muskingum – 0 Morgan – 2 Maysville – 3 New Philadelphia – 0 Tri-Valley – 3 New Lexington – 0…
ZANESVILLE, OH – This week the Animal Shelter Society is excited to introduce an active and rambunctious kitten named Booker. Booker is a five-month-old domestic shorthair cat who is up to date on his vaccines and ready to find his forever home. Rebbecca Hunt, the Animal Care manager at the Shelter, said Booker came to them with a sibling and…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The Muskingum County Commissioners met to discuss two bids for the Maysville Waterline Regional Connections and Upgrades Project. Zackhery Forker, the Muskingum County Assistant Project Director, said they began the project a while ago but this project looks to help get rid of Maysville outstanding TTHM issues. He said the plan is to start work at the…
ZANESVILLE, OH – A wave of inspiration swept through the Zanesville Country Club on October 10th. The J.W. & M.H. Straker Foundation held a Women’s Leadership Luncheon. The event brought together community leaders, particularly women, to discuss challenges they face in leadership roles. “We’re going to talk a lot about leadership and what that looks like especially from a female…
ZANESVILLE, OH – A local business is really bringing home the bacon, thanks to a generous grant from the state of Ohio. Phillips Meats Processing, a family-owned business in Zanesville, has been awarded $500,000 for facility upgrades through the Ohio Meat Processing Grant Program. The owner of Phillips Meats, Dale Phillips, expressed gratitude for the grant, acknowledging that the needed…
