Zane Grey Family Day

NORWICH, Ohio – Each spring, the National Road & Zane Grey Museum holds their annual Zane Grey Family Day  This year’s event will take place from 10 to 4, Saturday, April 25th, at the museum located at 8850 East Pike, just beyond the Interstate 70, Norwich Exit. “This is our biggest event every year. It is made for families, it…

How endowments work with the MCCF

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Mission of the Muskingum County Community Foundation, or MCCF, is to improve the quality of life in the community by nurturing opportunities and serving needs through collaboration and philanthropy. The foundation has been a part of Muskingum County for more than 40 years, thanks to collaborations with community members through philanthropy. Brian Wagner, the CEO of…

The Community Bank Hosts Shred Day

ZANESVILLE, OH – The Community Bank hosted its annual Shred Day event, giving community members a secure way to dispose of sensitive documents and unwanted electronics. The event drew a strong turnout, with 406 vehicles passing through the bank’s parking lot throughout the day. Participants were able to bring any amount of paper for on-site shredding, handled by Black Ops…

West Muskingum Sends Nine Tornadoes to Continue Athletic Careers at Next Level

ZANESVILLE, OH – All school year long, West Muskingum consistently produces some of the top local area talent when it comes to high school sports. Whether it be football, soccer, basketball, baseball, softball, or anything in between, the Tornadoes boast some phenomenal athletes in their respective sports. Nine of those Tornadoes will continue to play sports at the collegiate level….

Radium Girls take the stage at The Renner in Zanesville

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The stage is set at the Renner Theatre for their production of Radium Girls by D.W. Gregory. The cast and crew bring a story to life as factory girls who painted luminous watch dials with radium fight back against the corporations that poisoned them. Their legal battle against the United States Radium Corporation was a real event…

Foxfire rolls out the red carpet for a students award night

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Foxfire Schools rolled out the red carpet to recognize student achievement in their first-ever Red Carpet Night. Thursday night’s Hollywood-themed awards celebration recognized over 700 K-12 students for achievements in attendance, grades, extracurricular involvement, and more. “…and I think that’s critical for all youth but especially with at risk youth that we focus on what’s right with…

ZMS Robotics Team Headed to the World Competition

ZANESVILLE, OH – We’ve introduced you to the Legendary Pickles but now it’s time to meet the second Team headed to the World Robotics Competition. Michael Emmert is a member of the ZMS Robotics Team, and said he started participating in robotics when he was in the 4th grade after being inspired by the older kids at the time. He…

MCCF releases its 2025 Annual Report

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Muskingum County Community Foundation (MCCF) has released its 2025 Annual Report to show its impact on Muskingum County. CEO Brian Wagner says the report is a chance to show the public the programs and the projects they work on in Muskingum County. He also says that it’s a chance to show how community members help their…

YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day Brings Free Family Fun

ZANESVILLE, OH – A fun and healthy day for families is coming up this weekend. The Muskingum County YMCA is hosting its Healthy Kids Day on Saturday, April 18th. The free event is part of the Y’s national initiative focused on improving the health and well-being of kids and families. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about the…

Animal Shelter Society Pet of the Week: Meet Millie!

ZANESVILLE, OH – This week’s Pet of the Week is a sweet and sassy girl. Meet Millie! She’s a 5-year-old poodle who’s spayed, up to date on her vaccines, and is searching for a place to call home. April Gibson, the Executive Director of the Animal Shelter Society, says Millie does well with other dogs and is great with everyone…

ZMS Robotics Team “The Legendary Pickles” Off to Worlds

ZANESVILLE, OH – The Zanesville Robotics Teams have had a busy but rewarding year. Two of the teams from the Middle School have secured a spot at the World Competition happening on April 25th through 27th. One of those teams is the Legendary Pickles but this isn’t their first rodeo. Cooper Mathews, a member of the Legendary Pickles, says their…

Godspeed, John Glenn; A concert honoring the New Concord native

NEW CONCORD, Ohio – The Muskingum Valley Symphonic Winds and Muskingum Wind Ensemble are coming together to honor John Glenn. Godspeed, John Glenn is a concert to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Glenn’s passing in 2016. The music selected for the program is meant to highlight the various aspects of the astronaut, U.S. Senator, and fighter pilot. David Turrill is…

All Aboard: Model Train Open House Rolls Into Zanesville

ZANESVILLE, OH – A fun and unique event is pulling into downtown Zanesville this weekend. The Zane Trace National Trail Model Railroad Club is opening its doors April 18th and 19th for a spring open house. Inside, you’ll find detailed miniature worlds, moving trains, and scenes that bring railroading to life. “There’s not many Railroad Clubs left. This is probably…

Springfest brings the campus together at OUZ and Zane State

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – As the college semester is approaching its end, Ohio University Zanesville and Zane State College held their annual Springfest on Wednesday. Springfest offers campus organizations and potential employers a chance to connect with students on the quad. For Summer Jacobs, a career coordinator with OUZ, the event is also a chance for students to unwind with some…

Port Authority Highlights Progress on Key Development Projects

ZANESVILE, OH – The Zanesville-Muskingum County Port Authority met this morning to discuss several ongoing and future projects aimed at boosting local growth. Leaders shared an update on the Eastpointe transloading rail station project at the Eastpointe Business Park. They say progress is moving very well, with additional tracks recently added. The project is ongoing but is expected to be…

Spring’s Floral Scenery

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Spring is in bloom and nature is on full display at all of your local public parks.  Muskingum Valley Park District Executive Director Russell Edgington shared some of nature’s attractions that can be found when you stroll along their trails. “Well, spring is kind of the rebirth. After a long cold winter, things start coming to life….

Perry County Park District: The Bird Songs of Spring

Your backyard may be a little more lively with the sounds of spring, but figuring who’s making all that noise can be tricky. In this month’s Perry County Park District segment , Naturalist Jessie Bennett and WHIZ’s Mary Behanna identify who’s making all that racket.  Categories: Local News, Top Stories Tags: Bird Songs, Birds, Jessie Bennett, Perry County Parks District

Get ready for a Wicked good bingo night at Weasel Boy Brewing Company

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Get ready for a night of drinks, pizza, and Wicked-themed Bingo at Weasel Boy Brewing Company. The Muskingum County Women’s Democratic Club is hosting Wicked Bingo Night on April 17 at the bar located at 126 Muskingum Avenue. Club president, Amy Nern, says the fundraising event is a non-political event and everyone is invited. “It’s always fun…

Postcard Pandemonium is coming to the Roseville Branch Library

An event to get local teens out to the library

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Teens are invited to Postcard Pandemonium at the Roseville Branch Library this Friday. The Muskingum County Library System is hosting the program, where participants can let their creativity fly and make a unique and memorable postcard. Marketing Assistant Rob Cook says reaching out to teens in the community is an important goal of the event, as is…

Macker Tournament Sponsorships Available

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The groundwork for bringing the Gus Macker 3-on-3 basketball tournaments to Zanesville continues in a positive direction.   Event Chair and Community Organizer Dominique Proctor detailed some of the strides that have developed during the past few weeks.  “We’ve developed a really sound committee made up of about 12 people,” Proctor said. “The biggest thing that we’ve… the…

BBB Warns of DMV Text Scam

ZANESVILLE, OH – Scammers are sending fake DMV text messages that look official and demand quick payment. The Better Business Bureau says knowing the warning signs can help you stay protected. These phishing texts often claim you have unpaid traffic fines and threaten penalties if you do not act immediately. The message may come from unfamiliar phone numbers and include…