ZANESVILLE, Ohio – 2024 marks the 36th annual ‘Lace Up for Kids’ back to school, charity children’s clothing benefit. Eastside Community Ministry Executive Director Jamie Trout explained the need for the event and how the function has evolved beyond shoes. “We are very excited to say that we will not only be providing shoes and socks but also a brand…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Muskingum County was recognized for its preparedness in the wake of severe weather. Members of the National Weather Service met with the Muskingum County Commissioners as well as Emergency Management Agency Director Jeff Jadwin. Matt Burdy, a Meteorologist with the NWS in Pittsburgh, says it’s important for all areas to be prepared for bad weather and Muskingum…
ZANESVILLE, OH – July 1st marks the halfway point of the Muskingum County Library System’s Summer Reading Program. If you’re stumped on what to read next or need some new recommendations, the Library System has you covered with their “What to Read Next Quiz”. Sarah Brinkman, an Outreach Assistant at the John McIntire Library, says they got the idea for…
ZANESVILLE, OH- This week at the Animal Shelter Society, a puppy with a lot of love is ready to find their forever home. Say hello to Storm! He is a 5-month-old Husky Shepard mix with a lot of energy that would work well with any home. “He doesn’t seem to have an issue with any other dogs or people, he…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Mark your calendars for August 2nd and 3rd, when downtown Zanesville will come alive with creativity. The annual Y-Bridge Arts Festival, hosted by Art COZ, promises to be an exciting showcase of local talent, live music, great food, and more, all with free admission. The event will take place at the Secrest Auditorium and the Muskingum County…
ZANESVILLE, OH – As the 4th of July approaches, fireworks light up our excitement just as much as they light up the sky. Before you reach for that sparkler or set off a dazzling display, it’s important to remember that safety should always come first. Fireworks can add magic to Independence Day festivities, but it’s crucial to handle them responsibly…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Spring and summer bring warmer weather and blooming flowers, but they also bring thunder and lightning storms. This week is Lightning Safety Awareness Week, a perfect time to brush up on how to stay safe when storms roll in. It’s important to be weather aware. If you hear thunder, it’s time to go indoors immediately. Remember, “When…
ZANESVILLE, OH The high school baseball season has come to a close, and the NFHS has a couple of rule changes to report, set to be in place for the 2025 season going forward. First, the high school athletes governing body says that hitters using non-wooden bats will have more flexibility using substances to enhance their grip on the bat,…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The Muskingum County Community Foundation is gearing up for their Summer Scholarship cycle. The Spring Scholarship cycle recently concluded and Christy Rahrig, the Donor Services and Media Relations Manager, says they gave away over $150,000 alone during this cycle. She says this couldn’t have been possible without their generous donors and sponsors. “We are really excited to…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Law enforcement officers and Ohio Special Olympics athletes gathered in Zanesville, Wednesday, for the Law Enforcement Torch Run through downtown just barely beating a burst of rain. Each year, officers carry the “Flame of Hope” along with athletes into the Summer Games Opening Ceremonies at The Ohio State University. The flame symbolizes courage, perseverance and the inclusion…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Rambo Memorial Health held their annual asthma camp, Camp Wheeze-Away, over the past two days, bringing joy and education to children aged 7 to 12. This special camp is designed to help kids with asthma learn how to stay active and enjoy various activities safely. Throughout the two days, the campers enjoyed a mix of indoor and…
Muskingum Co.- This summer you can explore the outdoors without having to leave the county. In this week’s Where’s Brenda she filled us in on all the activity taking place at Dillon State Park. Categories: Local News, Top Stories, Where’s Brenda Tags: Dillon State Park, Michael Durst, Where’s Brenda
Duncan Falls, OH- The Duncan Falls Philo Business Association is hosting their fourth annual Star Spangled Celebration at Sam Hatfield Stadium in Duncan Falls. It starts this Friday at 5 p.m. with food trucks, a corn hole tournament, a pedal tractor pull and carnival games. All of these events wrap up a 9 p.m. with the community settling in for…
ZANESVILLE, OH Ahead of her highly anticipated trip to Minnesota, Paige Calendine continues to work and perform over at Zanesville Gymnastics. Now, she’s got plenty of support alongside her on the trip, with an early morning departure with her parents, a close friend, and a coach. Paige will be performing at the U.S. Olympics gymnastics trials in Minneapolis all the…
ZANESVILLE, OH – A local college is offering a campus tour with a professor for prospective students. This summer Zane State College is hosting their “Walk with a Prof” Tour Series. Murphie Rambo, the Director of Marketing at Zane State, said they wanted to do more than just one tour of their campus for incoming students. She says this is…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Muskingum County History is set to launch its inaugural season of the Putnam Underground Railroad Forum at 7 PM on Thursday, June 27th. The event will be held at the Stone Academy Historic Site and Museum, located at 115 Jefferson Street. The first program, titled Birthplace of the Ohio Anti-Slavery Society, will be focusing on the shift…
ZANESVILLE, OH – When a storm sweeps through our town, the aftermath can leave more than just puddles and fallen branches. Reporting storm damage to the Emergency Management Agency is an important step to help the community recovery efficiently. Storm damage reports are crucial for securing financial assistance. Detailed reports allow the EMA to apply for state and federal aid,…
ZANESVILLE, OH We have some local area players to talk about on the Prep Baseball Ohio All-State teams. So we start with the Central and Southeast regional team. Leading off for the infielders, is Heath’s Hayden Woodward, helping lead the Bulldogs to a state championship in Division III. Now he’s joined by two fellow Bulldogs. First Connor Corbett after a…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Muskingum County Library System serves area youth by providing all sorts of kid themed activities fashioned to fit their interests. Teen Assistant Librarian Alyssa Fisher announced two of those events, which will be taking place this week. “On Wednesday, we’re going to be at Duncan Falls Branch and we have an escape room. It’s called RealmQuest;…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Muskingum Valley Park District office building located on Euclid Avenue is crumbling from the ground up. Muskingum Valley Park District Executive Director Russell Edgington talked about the history of the structure, future of the property and relocating to a different facility. “The park district actually renovated and moved into this building somewhere around 17-years-ago,” Edgington said….
ZANESVILLE, OH – The Carr Center in Zanesville is a non-profit organization that assists children with speech and language delays, seniors and their community caregivers to achieve his/her fullest educational and/or functional potential in order to achieve or maintain the highest quality of living and were just awarded a grant by the Ohio Capital Budget. The Carr Center, located on…
ZANESVILL,E OH – This Week’s Pet of the Week is stealing hearts at the Animal Shelter Society. Meet Bubba! He is a 3-year-old domestic longhair cat who’s up to date on his vaccines, neutered, and ready for his forever home. April Gibson, the Executive Director of the Animal Shelter Society, says Bubba is cat selective so a meet and greet…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The Zanesville Appalachian Arts Project is celebrating a significant milestone – it’s 30th anniversary. In honor of this achievement, ZAAP is hosting its annual Foot by Foot fundraiser this Saturday, June 22nd, from 5 to 8 PM. This event aims to raise funds to support the gallery’s mission of providing local artists with the space and opportunity…
ZANESVILLE, OH- The 78th Ohio Annual Exhibition is set to open at the Zanesville Museum of Art this weekend. The event features 57 artists from across Ohio. They will be showcasing a diverse range of artistic mediums, such as painting, glass, welding, mixed media, sculpture and photography. “It’s a fantastic selection of Ohio artists, Ohio is very rich in arts…
