State Track Meet Wraps Up in Dayton

DAYTON, OH We begin with Sheridan junior Beckett Strong in the girls 800 meter run. She came in as the third seed in the race. And after a long and winded effort, Strong would finish sixth, with a time of just under two minutes and 16 seconds on the track. After she received her medal, she’s going to show off…

DIII State Track Finals

The OHSAA State Track meet is taking place at the University of Dayton. In the girls shot put Caldwell’s Gwyn Lori put on a show. Her first attempt of the day went 41 inches six and a half centimeters. She’d move from the prelims to the finals launching 44 inches 10 centimeters to take first place at state. In the…

Heath Headed Back to Regional Final with 7-4 Win

FAIRBORN, OH This one out at Wright State, and in the top of the second inning, Heath ties the game. Heads up base running from Connor Toomey to come in and score on the wild pitch, tying the game at one. A good performance on the mound for Bulldogs pitcher Will Binckley, going six innings and striking out a pair…

Meet These Adorable Pets of the Week: Smokey, Becca, Liz, & Azrael

ZANESVILLE, OH – This week the Animal Shelter Society is shining the light on four adorable siblings. Meet Smokey, Becca, Liz and Azrael! These 3-month-old domestic shorthair kittens are spayed and neutered, up-to-date on their vaccinations, and are eagerly awaiting their forever homes. April Gibson, the Executive Director of the Animal Shelter Society, says these four were bottle fed when…

Get your Grill: S. Zanesville Fire Departments 63rd Annual BBQ Chicken Dinner

ZANESVILLE, OH- The South Zanesville Fire Department is hosting their 63rd Annual BBQ Chicken Dinner at the fire station this Sunday. The chicken dinner costs 10 dollars and will come with a half-grilled chicken, apple sauce, homemade coleslaw and a dinner roll. They also will have drinks and desserts available. “We will have dinners even if it’s raining Sunday, chicken…

Bids Open for Courthouse Elevator Renovation

ZANEVILLE, OH – The Muskingum County Commissioners held a meeting Thursday morning to open bids for the much-needed courthouse elevator renovation project. Three bids were submitted by TK Elevator, Otis Elevator, and Schindler Elevator Companies, ranging from $255,000 to $290,000. “We received three bids for the courthouse elevator renovation. It’s just to do a complete renovation of the current elevator…

Heath Bulldogs on the Way to Regionals

Heath, OH- The Heath Bulldogs are heading to Wright State, Thursday, for a regional semi-final matchup against Cincinnati Country Day on the baseball diamond. The team hasn’t lost a game in over a month and has overwhelmed the competition in DIII on the way to this pivotal ball game. So, you have to ask yourself what is the key to…

OSHP Releases Statistics from Memorial Day Reporting Period

ZANESVILLE, OH – The Ohio State Highway Patrol recently released its statistics for the Memorial Day weekend reporting period. The reporting period ran from May 24th to the 27th and the Patrol reports that statewide there were 14 fatal crashes. Seventeen people died as a result of those fatal crashes. Here locally, State Trooper with the Zanesville Post of the…

Zanesville Memorial Concert Band to Kick Off 101st Season

ZANESVILLE, OH – Get ready for a toe-tapping good time at Zane’s Landing Park this weekend. The Zanesville Memorial Concert Band is excited to kick off its 101st season with a concert titled “Community Spirit” on Sunday, June 2nd. This special event will feature a mix of music, including classical, pop, jazz and more. “We’ll feature a wide variety of…

2024 Summer Lunch Program Kicks Off June 10th

ZANESVILLE, OH – The 2024 Summer Lunch Program will begin on Monday, June 10th and run through August 2nd. This program provides free meals to any child ages 1 to 18 who resides within the Zanesville City School District. Meals are available for pickup at various locations, including Zanesville High School, Zane Grey Elementary and Zanesville Middle school. Children can…

21st Annual National Road Yard Sale Festival

ZANESVILLE, OH – The National Road may be a little busier than usual this week. The 21st annual National Road Yard Sale Festival kicks off this Wednesday, May 29th and goes until June 2nd. Kelly Ashby, Vice President of the Zanesville-Muskingum County Chamber of Commerce, said this event is perfect for antique hunters and yard sale enthusiasts alike. “Locally, you…

The MCLS Family Reading Fest is Coming Up

ZANESVILLE, OH – The Muskingum County Library System is ready to turn the page to a day of fun with this year’s Family Reading Festival. This exciting event is in partnership with the Muskingum County Literacy Council, and will be on Saturday, June 1st from 10 AM to 1 PM at the John McIntire Library. The community is invited to…

Dresden Swim Center is Officially Open

DRESDEN, OH – For many, Memorial Day means the beginning of summer and look for ways to beat the heat. One of those ways opened up Monday in Dresden. Starting Monday the Dresden Swim Center is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and is open until 7 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays with future night swims planned…

Greenwood Cemetery Memorial Day Service

ZANESVILLE, OH – Memorial Day honors those who have lost their lives in active military service and Greenwood Cemetery a ceremony in honor of our fallen heroes. At 11 Monday morning, people came together to pay respect who payed the ultimate price for their country. “Remembering those that went before and what they sacrificed so that can have the freedom…

Veterans Honor Fallen Heroes at Sea

ZANESVILLE, OH – A local group of veterans honored those who lost their lives at sea in defense of our nation Monday. The Disabled American Veterans Chapter 12 threw wreaths from the Veterans Memorial Bridge. Dr. David Schroder, the Commander of the Disabled American Veterans Chapter 12, said the wreaths symbolize the veterans who sailed away on their final mission…

Division Two Region Seven Track Meet RESULTS

FRIDAY Boys Pole Vault 5th: Cinjin Gibson (Cambridge) – 12-8 10th: Alex Smith (John Glenn) – 12-0 Girls High Jump 2nd: Ava Hoffman (John Glenn) – 5-4 (Advances to States) 7th: Chloee Adams (River View) – 5-1 10th: Josie Patterson (Morgan) – 4-11 14th: Madie Beadle (Cambridge) – 4-10 Boys Long Jump 1st: Aidan Mahon (Philo) – 21-10.50 (Advances to…

Where’s Brenda? National Tourism Week

Muskingum Co.- It’s National Tourism Week and Muskingum County has plenty of exciting locations for you to explore. In this week’s Where’s Brenda we take a look at some of the sites on the must see list.   Categories: Local News, Top Stories, Where’s Brenda Tags: gant house, Kelly Ashby, National Tourism Week, Todd Ware, Where’s Brenda