Ohio Secretary of State Begins Mailing Absentee Ballot Applications Ahead of November Election

ZANESVILLE, OH – If you checked your mailbox in the last few days, you may have seen an absentee ballot application. The Ohio Secretary of State began to send out the first round of absentee ballot applications this week. Richard Malik, an Election Specialist with the Muskingum County Board of Elections, said you may even receive more ballot applications in…

United Way MPM Launches 2024 Campaign

ZANESVILLE, OH – The United Way of Muskingum, Perry and Morgan counties kicked off their 2024 campaign on August 28th. This year, the United Way is highlighting how much every donation counts in supporting local programs that help those in need. They’ll be launching a new campaign video every week for the next two weeks to showcase the difference donors…

Maysville Celebrates New School-Based Health Center

ZANESVILLE, OH – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik made a special visit in Zanesville Wednesday morning. They celebrated the opening of the Maysville Local School District’s new school-based health center, funded by the Appalachian Children’s Health Initiative. This center is part of the DeWine-Husted Administration’s efforts to expand healthcare access in Appalachian schools….

2024 Summer Concert Series Finale

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Zanesville Summer Concert Series will jump into its 2024 season finale Thursday with a thunderous evening of rock and roll. Zanesville Mayor Don Mason revealed Thursday’s concert will begin at 5 p.m. with local act, DJ Adonis, who will then be followed by Jump, a Van Halen tribute band, taking the stage at 6, followed by…

Turning 100 Together

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Many changes take place in 100 years and some people set the example for others to follow through the constantly evolving times. One such trailblazer is 100-year-old, Muskingum County resident Denny Taylor, who has spent the majority of his life recognizing the good parts of adversity and influencing others with his positivity. Taylor was a fixture here…

OUZ Kicks off New Semester with a Pizza Party

ZANESVILLE, OH – Ohio University Zanesville started the semester on a delicious note today with a Presidential Pizza Party. The event brought together students, faculty, and staff for a slice of fun and to celebrate the new academic year. The Pizza Party was sponsored by the Office of the President, and was a filled with laughter, great conversations, and of…

Keeping Animals Cool at the Noble County Fair

CALDWELL, OH – The Noble County Fair is officially in full swing and fairgoers and participants alike are preparing for a hot week ahead. 4-H member, Sophia Marshall, is ready to keep her animals cool and comfortable during the fair. With 10 years of 4-H experience under her belt, Sophia has become an expert in caring for her horses, cattle,…

City Tire Pros’ Players of the Week: Week 1

After a great first week of high school football it’s only right to start the week of with last week’s City Tire Pros’ Players of the Game. These players were chosen by the announcers at the games. On Z92 with the Philo Electrics home opener against Athens, Talon Preston is one of Philo’s best returning players from last season. He…

The Drought of 2024

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Muskingum County is being included on a map by the National Drought Monitor as an area that is experiencing extreme drought. On a scale from D-Zero, abnormally dry, to D-4, exceptionally dry, Muskingum County is rated at a D-3, colored as red. The swath of red, on the map, ranges from Highland County, Ohio to the Interstate…

Genealogical Society to Relocate

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – During the upcoming renovation process to the John McIntire Library, the Muskingum County Library System will be relocating some of its affiliated services that call the library home.  Muskingum County Genealogical Society Treasurer Brooke Anderson shared what the organization brings to the public, along with plans for how they will continue their services throughout the library’s renovations…

New Attractions and Classic Fun at the Noble County Fair

CALDWELL, OH – The Noble County Fair has officially kicked off on August 26th, bringing with it excitement and community spirit. From thrilling rides to delicious fair food and heartwarming agricultural showcases, there’s something for everyone at this year’s fair. Among the new attractions at the fair this year is an ax thrower. “We actually have an ax thrower this…

Corbett and Royster Lead Heath to Week One Win

HEATH, OH Plenty to celebrate for the Heath Bulldogs, honoring their new Hall of Fame inductees before the game, the beautiful pink jerseys for breast cancer awareness, and of course Connor Corbett doing what he does against Liberty Union. Off to the races from 45 yards out, and he opens the scoring within 90 seconds of this one. The defense…

John Glenn Rolls to Shutout Victory in Week One

NEW CONCORD, OH Everybody’s ready for this season. Everybody has high expectations early on. Fourth down, Owen Edwards finds Jake Johnson, who bounces off two tackles as he makes his way into the end zone for the first touchdown of the season. To quote a great movie, “Friday Night Lights”… “And he can pass!”…“Jake the Great” finds Ryder Pennington all…

LOCAL SCOREBOARD – Thursday, August 22nd

BOYS SOCCER River View – 1 Maysville – 0 West Muskingum – 1 Tri-Valley – 2 Harrison Central – 6 Caldwell – 0 New Lexington – 1 Philo – 9 Shenandoah – 2 Wood Country Christian – 5 Zanesville – 4 Lakewood – 2 Coshocton – 0 John Glenn – 5 Sheridan – 1 Morgan – 12   GIRLS SOCCER…

Overdose Awareness and Prevention Community Event

ZANESVILLE, OH- Over 30 community partners have teamed up with the Zanesville – Muskingum County Health Department to put on an overdose awareness and prevention community event. The event is open to anyone and will feature family friendly activities, educational booths, agencies like The Wilds and Y on the Fly, food, a Dj, and the chance to make a light…

Muskingum County’s Jason Adams Attends DNC

ZANESVILLE, OH – Jason Adams is currently on the convention floor at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, representing Ohio’s District 12. The event is a significant gathering for the Democratic Party and has brought together delegates and supporters across the nation. Adams earned his spot at the convention after delivering a speech during a party caucus, where he was…

Muskingum River Lock Repairs

ROKEBY LOCK- The Muskingum River has a proud history of providing a reliable waterway navigation system that features a series of dams with hand operated locks.  Ruhlin Company Project Superintendent Walt Whitmyer described the efforts that the Ohio Department of Natural Resources has currently invested in to not only keep the old structures operational but also structurally sound. “The Zanesville…

Fall Fun in Muskingum County

ZANESVILLE, OH – Fall might be right around the corner, but there are still plenty of activities that the whole family can enjoy. Visit Zanesville has compiled a list full of fall fun with something for just about everyone. Jordin Harmer, the Information Specialist with Visit Zanesville, says just because summer is ending, it doesn’t mean the fun has to…

Countdown to Election Day

ZANESVILLE, OH – It’s hard to believe but Election Day is a short 11 weeks away. As the Tuesday, November 5th election draws closer there are some other important dates to keep in mind. Cheryl West, an Election Specialist with the Muskingum County Board of Elections, says voters who need to update their information or are registering to vote for…

Zanesville-Muskingum County Port Authority Holds Monthly Meeting

ZANESVILLE, OH – The Zanesville-Muskingum County Port Authority held its monthly meeting on August 21st, approving a bid for a significant road resurfacing project and providing updates on a major development. Shelly and Sands were awarded a bid to resurface Alan Baker Drive, near East Pointe Business Park in Zanesville. The project, costing just over $100,000, is set to take…

Zane State College Offering Cannabis Education Program

ZANESVILLE, OH – Zane State College is launching a new online cannabis education and workforce development program in collaboration with Green Flower, a top provider in cannabis education. This program aims to prepare individuals for careers in Ohio’s emerging cannabis industry, following the start of recreational cannabis sales in the state earlier this month. “Now that cannabis is legal in…