ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Muskingum County Fair continues to be the community’s largest entertainment venue heading into its 180th anniversary. Entertainment trends change with the times but Muskingum County Agricultural Society President Jerry Miller explains how the entertainment lineup will always revolve around its rural and agricultural roots. “The tractor pull on Sunday. And then we’re gonna… something new this…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – When scammers dig through office trash for private information, your private information isn’t censored like government documents. That’s why in this digital age, shredding documents that contain financial information can remove a vital avenue from scammers seeking your account numbers and possible passwords. Community Bank President and CEO Eric Holsky explained how this Saturday’s Community Bank Drive…
NASHPORT, Ohio – Major changes are coming to the beach at Dillon State Park this year thanks to the J.W. and M.H. Straker Charitable Foundation. The beach project will include remodeling the restrooms, installing two pickleball courts, and resurfacing the existing basketball and tennis courts. As Park Manager David Finley explains, the list of improvements doesn’t stop there. “The biggest…
ZANESVILLE, OH – A local volunteer organization is working to help the less fortunate animals in our area. The Muskingum County Humane Society is a volunteer-led organization that comes together to provide low cost spaying and neutering, fostering, as well as general assistance for pets and their owners who are in need. Julie Bay, a Board Member with the Human…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and the Ohio State Highway Patrol is reminding drivers to keep their eyes on the road, hands on the wheel and their mind on the task. Zanesville Post Commander Lieutenant Kristi Mistovich explained the seriousness of the problem and the extent they can use to pull motorists over. “It is…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – A new rentable art studio and event space has opened up in downtown Zanesville. Hexed Holler Collective held a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Zanesville-Muskingum County Chamber of Commerce on Thursday. The creative space was founded by a former firefighter and EMT named Sara Becker, who wanted to open a workspace and community for local artists. “I just…
ZANESVILLE, OH – It’s been a busy time for the Staff at the Animal Shelter Society. On Wednesday they hosted their first Catapalooza spay and neuter event of the year where they saw a total of 62 cats. April Gibson, the Executive Director of the Shelter, says they were able to assist veterans and other community members who needed to…
ZANESVILLE, OH – An annual Expo is returning to the Muskingum County Fairgrounds. The 50 + Expo will be held on Wednesday, April 29th from 10AM until 2PM in the Veteran’s Building. Gail Deitrick, the Treasurer of the Fair Board, says this event is meant to help out those who are 50 and older locate resources here in the community…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The American Red Cross is asking people to donate blood or platelets for National Volunteer Month. The Red Cross is offering $15 e-gift cards to anyone who donates between now and the end of the month. Regional communications manager, Don Hawkins, highlights the impact of National Volunteer Month. “…and this is a big month for us. You…
ZANESVILLE, OH – April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Today at Zane State College, the community came together to speak up and end the silence. The Muskingum County Domestic Violence Coalition hosted its “Speak Up, No More Silence” event, focused on raising awareness about childhood sexual abuse. The event was free to attend and provided education and resources for those…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio–It’s time to grab the western gear and saddle up to help support a local youth mentoring organization. We find out more about this year’s Bowl for Kids Sake fundraiser in this weeks Where’s Brenda. Categories: Local News, Top Stories, Where’s Brenda Tags: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Appalachian Ohio, Bowl for Kids Sake, Where’s Brenda
ZANESVILLE, OH – April is Community College Month, and one local college is highlighting the impact it’s making right here at home. Zane State College is celebrating Community College Month by showcasing the opportunities it provides for students across our region. From affordable tuition to hands-on career training, leaders say community colleges play a key role in helping students succeed…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – A local family-owned business in Zanesville celebrated 50 years on Tuesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Custom Vehicles of Zanesville, located at 3619 Olde Falls Road, was founded in 1976 by Darryl Mast when he was 16 years old. Mast wanted to customize vans and the business grew to other vehicles and services. “Started in my mom and…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Some dogs have all the luck. Like this week’s K-9 Adoption Center’s Dog of the Week, Tank. He was found in Roseville last month with seriously injured eyes but after a Griff Fund supported surgery, he truly appreciates his new found sense of vision. “This is Tank, the dog of the week. He’s a 1-year-old terrier mix….
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The energy sector is the state’s third largest industry and Ohio is taking measures to keep America’s energy supply abundant and affordable. U.S. Senator Jon Husted and U.S. Congressman Troy Balderson made a quick stop in Zanesville to talk to area energy producers about measures that can be taken to decrease the obstacles that are preventing or…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Muskingum County K-9 Adoption Center has many dogs and sometimes those rescued pets need specialized healthcare. So out of necessity, they have developed the Griff Fund that covers the expenses of those costly veterinarian procedures. Merle Norman Cosmetics Studio of Zanesville Owner Sharon Shaner explained how her business plays a role in keeping the Griff Fund…
SOUTH ZANESVILLE, OH – A lot of tickets, a lot of support… and now, one very lucky winner. The South Zanesville Fire Department has officially drawn the winner of its 2025 Polaris General raffle. Tickets were $25 each, with 2,000 available, and they completely sold out. All proceeds from the raffle go directly back to the fire department. “It’s very…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – April is Financial Literacy Month and Ohio’s Department of Commerce is inviting organizations to apply for the Ohio Financial Literacy Grant Program. The program offers up to $50,000 to nonprofits, schools, and community organizations to teach essential financial skills. Kenyetta Bagby, from the Office of Consumer Affairs, says offering financial literacy workshops can make a big difference…
ZANESVILLE, OH – All good things must come to an end and the Muskingum County Library System has announced the closure of their Mall Outreach Stop on April 17th. MCLS opened the Mall Outreach Stop in September of 2024 to help fill the gaps in services due to the renovation of the John McIntire Library. Sean Fennell, the Marketing and…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The weather is starting to warm up and with that, it brings new opportunities for exploration. Ohio University Zanesville offers Campus Tours all year round, but now is the perfect time for high school students looking at their next steps. Audryonah Henderson, the Regional Recruitment Manager at Ohio University Zanesville, says doing a tour before signing up…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – A ribbon cutting was held at the Colony Square Mall today to officially recognize the relocation and growth of a blossoming business. Balloons and Blooms Owner Dawn Haren practically grew up in a flower shop and has been crafting balloons for years. She shared how her business began from the desire of local businesses looking to add…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The First Friday Art Walk tradition in downtown Zanesville just got a little bigger. The Downtown Exchange hosted it’s first ever Artisans Market on Friday during the art walk and today. The market brought 11 vendors together where they could showcase, sell, and network over their artistic goods. One of those vendors included Chad Kettlewell with Chad…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – With gas prices a dollar more per gallon than when the year started, drivers are feeling the pinch in their pockets. CB Services Owner Caleb Baker, who performs fleet maintenance and emergency road service on commercial vehicles shares some techniques that can help drivers improve their fuel economy and save dollars at the pump. “The biggest single…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – First Responders are called to handle many scenarios where people are trapped or need to be found inside of some very dangerous surroundings. Muskingum County is home to the Ohio Emergency Management Agency Region 8 Urban Search and Rescue Unit which covers a 10 county span. “It’s a multifacet unit, it’s for whatever type of emergency we…
