Muskingum Hosts Annual 7-on-7 Football Tournament

NEW CONCORD, OH There’s only so much football to be played during the summer, but the 7-on-7 events and tournaments continue to roll around, this time at Muskingum University, with plenty of local area schools involved. At the Muskingum campus, the Muskies hosted six local area schools to participate in this 7-on-7 tournament, with all teams facing one another. These…

Project Blueprint 740 Takes Trip out West

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Project Blueprint 740 is a local program created by Bryan Wolfe that reaches out to disadvantaged boys in an effort to build their accountability and self esteem. J.W. and M.H. Straker Charitable Foundation Special Events Director Beth Fox shared how their organization along with the Muskingum County Community Foundation sponsored a trip for Project Blueprint 740 to…

Local Farmers Market to Host Health and Wellness Day

ZANESVILLE, OH – The Zanesville Farmers Market is the place to find locally sourced food and crafted goods but for this weekend it’s also a source of health and wellness education. The farmers market is hosting it’s first annual Health and Wellness Day from 9 to 12pm this Saturday behind Adornetto’s. With something for the whole family, children can take…

United Way Presents Generous Check to Habitat for Humanity

ZANESVILLE, OH – The United Way of Muskingum, Perry, and Morgan Counties is spreading joy and support through a series of check presentations around the area. On July 16th, the United Way presented a generous donation of $37,800 to the Habitat for Humanity of Southeast Ohio. This heartwarming contribution will fund the construction of two news houses, providing much-needed homes…

The Winerak in Zanesville Hosts daily French Wine Tastings

ZANESVILLE, OH – The Winerak, well-known for its exceptional selection of wines, offers a unique opportunity to explore the diverse flavors of French vineyards. From French wines to other fine vintages, the Winerak has something for every wine lover. Among the favorites, the refreshing and popular rosé has captured the hearts of many locals. “France makes a delicious rosé wine….

Muskingum County Assists Drug Awareness and Prevention Efforts

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Drug addiction and overdose deaths are tragic not only for the victims but for the families forced to cope with the consequences. Drug Free Muskingum is an all volunteer coalition that offers awareness and prevention activities to help families better understand substance abuse disorders.  Drug Free Muskingum Co-Founder Monica Batteiger met with the Muskingum County Commissioners to…

$2 Million of Seized Drug Money is used to Help the Community

ZANESVILLE, OH – Over the last four years, $2 million was seized from drug convictions and handed over to the Muskingum County Prosecutors office where they’ve been making it work for the community. This money is made available through a process called asset forfeiture and Muskingum County Prosecuting Attorney Ron Welch says it helps fund programs like drug diversion and…

Space Days at the John and Annie Glenn Museum

NEW CONCORD, Ohio – School curriculum often focuses on the three R’s but there’s a summer event held locally that encourages kids to appreciate STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. The John and Annie Glenn Museum is housed where one of America’s first astronauts once lived and honors his memory each July with an event that introduces kids to the…

The John McIntire Library Hosts Dementia and Caregiving Education Series

ZANESVILLE, OH – Dementia and Alzheimer’s are difficult conditions for patients and their caregivers but thanks to a new program, you can learn how to navigate those challenges. The John McIntire Library in Zanesville is hosting an educational series for dementia and caregiving on the third Friday of every month including a class this Friday titled “Supporting Independence” at 4…

Hanson Leads New Lexington to Unbeaten 7-on-7 Tournament

WESTERVILLE, OH Head coach Kevin Board and New Lexington perhaps traveled the farthest for the “Ball Hawks” 7-on-7 tournament, and they may have even been the smallest school participating. But they had a lot to prove right away against every one of their opponents. The Panthers were among the 12 schools and the 14 teams competing in the event out…

A Virginia Couple is Eating Their Way Across the U.S.

ZANESVILLE, OH – A retired couple from Virginia is on a mission to eat at every Texas Roadhouse location in the United States. Judy and Mike McNamara recently made their 438th stop at the Texas Roadhouse in Zanesville. Their dream of visiting all the Roadhouse locations began back in 2003 while they were visiting Judy’s brother in Tennessee. However, it…

The Crooksville-Roseville Pottery Festival is Keeping History Alive

ROSEVILLE, OH- The 59th Annual Crooksville-Roseville Pottery Festival kicked off Thursday afternoon with their ceremonial plate breaking and auction held by the Clay Center of Ohio. Roseville and Crooksville both have a deep history that is rooted in pottery. At one point Crooksville was known as Clay City and Roseville was known as Pottery Land. There was a time when Crooksville…

Movement on Main Hosts Fun-Filled Musical Theatre Camp

ZANESVILLE, OH – Movement on Main Center for Dance is bringing a touch of nostalgia to the Zanesville Community Theater with their exciting Musical Theatre Camp, currently underway for kids aged 5 to 14. This year’s theme, “Press Start,” is all about the magic of the beloved video games from the 80s and 90s. Throughout the week, campers are immersed…

Red Cross Urges for Summer Time Blood Donations

ZANESVILLE, OH – The Red Cross is in critical need of blood and platelet donations. Don Hawkins, the Regional Communications Manager with the American Red Cross Central and Southern Region, says they aren’t in a blood shortage yet this summer but are doing everything they can to prevent a shortage. “The need for blood is constant, so that need is…

Crooksville, Rosecrans Football Find Success with Passing Scrimmage

CROOKSVILLE, OH It might be early July and it might be 90 degrees out, but that wasn’t going to stop Crooksville from hosting yet another four-team passing scrimmage at Ceramic Stadium. Now, much like last year, Rosecrans, Monroe Central, and Waterford joined Crooksville for its now annual passing scrimmage where every team played each other twice as the offense and…

United Way of MPM to Invest Over $567,000 in Community Programs

ZANESVILLE, OH – The United Way of Muskingum, Perry and Morgan Counties is planning to invest over $567,000 over the next 12 months into community programs. Katie Grubbs, the Community Impact Coordinator at the United Way, says $510,320 came from their annual fundraising campaign and the additional $57,138 came from their Emergency Food and Shelter Program. She says they have…

The Girl Scout Olympics Takes Place This Weekend

ZANESVILLE, OH – You may only know them for their cookies, but the Girl Scouts are giving you an opportunity to learn more about them this Sunday at the Girl Scout Olympics. The Girl Scout Olympics is from 3 to 5 p.m. this Sunday at the Girl Scout Center on Bowers Lane in Zanesville. “We are doing friendship bracelets, we’re…

Eastside Community Ministry Opens Applications for Back-To-School Programs

ZANESVILLE, OH – Eastside Community Ministry is now accepting applications for the Tools for Schools and Lace Up for Kids programs. These programs provide essential back-to-school supplies and clothing for families in need. Lace Up for Kids serves students from Pre-K through 12th grade, while Tools for Schools provides for students from first grade through 12th grade. Applications can be…