ZANESVILLE, OH – On November 20th, downtown Zanesville was filled with stacks of fun, food, and fellowship during the annual Community Pancake Day. The smell of pancakes and the sound of laughter filled the Secrest Auditorium as locals gathered for the all-you-can-eat pancake and sausage feast. Families and friends sat together, enjoying plate after plate of pancakes while reconnecting with…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Winter is just around the corner, and this week is Winter Safety Awareness Week. Winter in Ohio brings a variety of conditions, from snow and freezing rain to flooding and blizzard-like winds. Winter activities can be fun, but severe weather can quickly turn dangerous. That’s why officials are encouraging residents to plan ahead. Making an emergency plan,…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Monday marked the beginning of International Education Week at Ohio University Zanesville. While the event takes place at the Ohio University Zanesville campus, they have partnered with the main campus in Athens for a week of celebratory events. These events are open to everyone and are a great opportunity to explore new cultures and worldviews. “This whole…
PERRY COUNTY, OH – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has announced more than $55 million in funding to clean up and revitalize properties, including a local courthouse. The funding, awarded through the Ohio Brownfield Remediation Program and the Building Demolition and Site Revitalization Program, includes $180,000 for the Perry County Courthouse. The money will be used to remove existing windows with…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Many local transportation and industrial jobs that once proudly served the community, have become obsolete and forgotten through time. Muskingum County History Executive Director Larisa Harper explained how the purpose of her organization is to help to reveal the magnitude that those jobs provided within our community along with the impact that our community made around the…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Christmas is the season of giving, and the Adopt-a-Child program is giving you the chance to make a child’s holiday brighter. Muskingum County Adult and Child Protective Services is looking for generous individuals to purchase gifts for local children this Christmas. Each child in the program creates a wish list filled with items that could make their…
NEW CONCORD, OH Another big signing day over at John Glenn were girls basketball star Maya Oliver officially signed her letter of intent to attend Ursuline College in Pepper Pike, three hours away from home. It’s a big decision for Oliver, a long journey, but one that she is more than ready for when she takes the court for Ursuline…
Zanesville, OH- It’s almost a holiday here in the Zanesville community, Pancake Day. It will have residents lined up for the all you can eat breakfast. Brenda Larrick gets us ready for it in today’s Where’s Brenda? Categories: Local News, Top Stories, Where’s Brenda Tags: Pancake Day, Where’s Brenda
THORNEVILLE, OH The fall college signing window just keeps rolling on as we make a stop in Thornville, where three Sheridan Generals put pen to paper as they will compete at the collegiate level next year. It was a big crowd on hand at the Sheridan High School commons, as Cora Hall, Coltyn Reedy, and Halle Warner have all signed…
CAMBRIDGE, OH – The Ohio Department of Transportation District 5 in Guernsey County hosted a job fair Monday. The open house job fair was held at the Guernsey County Maintenance Facility. Gretchen Nihiser, the Business and Human Resource Administrator for ODOT District 5, said they hosted this job fair to help recruit and hire seasonal highway technicians. She said the…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – A ribbon cutting was held at the recently expanded Putnam Avenue healthcare facility. The residents in Zanesville’s Putnam community are now benefitting from a venture between Muskingum Valley Health Centers and the J.W. and M.H. Straker Charitable Foundation that has improved their access to convenient healthcare. MVHC CEO Dan Atkinson explained the need for the investment. “The…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Although the library is currently undergoing construction, that has not stopped them from teaming up with the Ohio University Zanesville campus to empower those in their community. The Muskingum County Library is set to continue their adulting 101 informative program. This week’s workshop is titled ‘Ready to Rent,’ and is designed to equip young adults with the…
It’s that time of year where wooly worms are making their appearance in Southeastern Ohio, but can they really predict how harsh the weather is going to be this winter and what exactly do they change into? WHIZ’s Nichole Hannahs has more on these fuzzy creatures. Categories: Local News, Top Stories
COSHOCTON, OH Entering his third year at the helm of Coshocton boys basketball, James Herman has his most experienced squad yet looking to make a run at an MVL small school championship. “We have five returning lettermen. We’ve got a lot of experience coming back. We have eight seniors right now. It’s the most we’ve had here at Coshocton for…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The Animal Shelter Society is shining a light on the men and women who fought for our country. It started on Saturday, with Shelter employees marching in the annual Veterans Day Parade. The Animal Shelter Society is recognizing those honored by the Muskingum County Joint Veterans Council. They announced that they will be presenting certificates to the…
ZANESVILLE, OH –The Salvation Army in Zanesville is very hopeful this holiday season as they look to continue their annual Thanksgiving dinner. You may know The Salvation Army for their red kettles and Christmas bells, but they also host food drives and holiday dinners. This year the Zanesville location would like to emphasize their need for volunteers and donations. Cook…
ZANESVILLE, OH –The Zanesville chamber of commerce is getting ready for its annual holiday fundraiser. The 32nd annual Festival of Trees Auction kicks off on Friday December 6th at the Welcome Center in Downtown Zanesville. This auction is a great opportunity for businesses looking to showcase their creative side all while celebrating themselves, their community and other local businesses. Zanesville-Muskingum…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The Buckeye Pep Rally may be sold out, but don’t worry, you can still support Big Brothers Big Sisters and maybe even win big. Tickets to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Zanesville’s annual Buckeye Pep Rally are gone, but reverse raffle tickets are still available. Each raffle ticket not only gives you a chance to win some…
ZANESVILLE, OH – While November is typically known for bringing the snow, this November is responsible for the ongoing drought here in Zanesville and surrounding areas. The extremely dry conditions have sparked concerns about the numerous grass fires across the area. While a statewide open burn ban is in place until the end of November. South Zanesville Fire Chief Russell…
ZANESVILLE, OH – A group of people are coming together to make sure seniors in our area have a Merry Christmas. About 8 years ago, Jamie Crozier said her grandmother passed away and she didn’t have any other grandparents to shop for during the holidays. She said through her 16 years as an EMT, she has seen how lonely some…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The holidays are here, and so is a chance to budget smart. The Ohio Department of Commerce has rolled out a Holiday Budgeting Guide to help Ohioans spread cheer without overspending. With holiday spending expected to hit a record $902 per person this year, the Division of Financial Institutions is offering Ohioans tips to celebrate responsibly. Their…
ZANESVILLE, OH – It’s the season of giving, and what better way to share the spirit than by supporting our community’s health! The Muskingum Respiratory Care Association has launched its annual Yule Time Seal Campaign, a tradition that lets each of us play a part in keeping our neighbors healthy. This year, about 2,500 Yule Time Seal letters have been…
DRESDEN, OH They are back for more. The Tri-Valley Scotties are once again looking to be among the very top of the ever competitive MVL girls basketball field, and coming off a third place finish in 2023, the Lady Dawgs are a unique team that has every reason to believe that they will get right back to the top of…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Zanesville is getting ready to spread some holiday cheer with the annual Storybook Christmas Parade. The Parade is set to step off on Wednesday, Dec. 4th from 6 to 7PM. The parade route will start on Shinnick St, head down N 6th, and end on Market St. Jordin Harmer, the Information Specialist with Visit Zanesville, said the…
