ZANESVILLE, OH – This week’s top dog at the K9 Adoption Center is none other than Stallone, a Rottweiler mix with a heart of gold. At just three years old, Stallone has been winning hearts with his friendly demeanor. He’s not only human-friendly, but also gets along with other dogs. He’s neutered, he keeps a clean kennel, and he’s ready…
The OHSAA playoffs now in the further rounds we are able to give out the OAZ Players of the game. Instead of having only three OAZ players this week we have a total of six from games played the last week of February. West Muskingum Senior Silas Bailey scored 9 points in the final game of his career. The Tornadoes…
GIRLS: FAIRLAND: 63 WEST MUSKINGUM: 22 SHERIDAN: 59 CARROLLTON: 42 BRYAN: 40 GRANVILLE: 26 BOYS: MONROE CENTRAL: 61 ROSECRANS: 51 Categories: Local Sports, Muskingum Valley League Basketball, Sports Tags: High school scoreboard, High School Sports Scores
Zanesville, OH- The Zanesville Police have released more information into an accident in downtown Zanesville. It took place Tuesday afternoon at 7th and Main Street. Zanesville Police Det. Sgt. Phil Michel said a 2016 Chevy Traverse was southbound on 7th and was traveling through the intersection of Main Street, when a 2005 Subaru Outback travelling west on Main Street ran…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The Muskingum County Commissioners recently signed a proclamation in recognition of 4-H Week. Jamie McConnell, a 4-H Educator, and some of her Ambassadors met with the Commissioners to proclaim March 3rd through the 9th 4-H Week. “We’re very fortunate in the County to have great support from our County Commissioners, two of them are 4-H alumni,” McConnell…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Get ready to mark your calendars because something totally out of this world is happening next month. On April 8th, a total solar eclipse will sweep across Ohio. Spectators within a 124-mile-wide band will be treated to this once in a lifetime opportunity to witness the moon totally block out the sun. “This eclipse will be one…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The 21st century is often referred to as the information age and the way that information is communicated differs from ways of yesteryear. Muskingum County Library System Marketing and Communications Director Sean Fennell explained how the library is taking steps toward keeping up with the times and adapting to the public’s preferences. “So Hoopla is an app…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The first week of March marks National Consumer Protection Week, highlighting the importance of safeguarding consumers against fraud and scams. According to the Better Business Bureau’s Scam Tracker, the overall reported susceptibility to scams increased by 27.8% from 2022 to 2023. However, the overall reported median dollar loss decreased by 41.5%. Last year, investment scams, including those…
Zanesville, OH- This past Thursday the Blue Devils announced their 33rd head football in TJ Carper. Carper spoke about what made the Zanesville head coaching job so attractive to him. “Well you know most looking at the history is Zanesville man there’s a lot of tradition here. There’s a lot of great athletes that came from here there’s a lot…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio–A Zanesville man appeared Monday in Muskingum County Common Pleas Court for sentencing. According to the Muskingum County Prosecutor’s Office, 22-year-old Diallo J. Cummings went before Judge Mark C. Fleegle where he received a sentence of at least eight years in prison for the felony crime of rape. In December 2022 and January 2023, Cummings sexually assaulted the victim….
ZANESVILLE, OH – Rambo Memorial Health recently got a new member to their staff. Shannon Bell, the Executive Director of Rambo, said they had been looking for a therapy dog. She decided to take a trip to the Muskingum County K-9 Adoption Center today and met Wheezer. “We looked through lots of dogs, they have lots of dogs out here…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Social Workers play a vital role in society by interacting with the folks who are in need of specialized support and assistance. Ohio University Zanesville Assistant Professor of Instruction for Social Work Dr. Leah Vensil detailed what their event titled ‘Day in the Life of a Social Worker’ was all about. “It’s a time for social work…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Sometimes words can have more than one meaning. Take for instance March. Muskingum County Board of Developmental Disabilities Community Relations Coordinator Jenna Conaway explains how one word that defines a specific action while sharing its name with a particular month benefits an overlooked group of residents. “So we wanted to do a march, it was Missy’s idea…
Muskingum County- Soon the Muskingum County Fairgrounds will be alive with all the sites and sounds of the Blue Ribbon Event. As the county celebrates 4H week this week, the fair board has announced this year’s line-up of entertainment. It features all the staples including harness racing, the demolition derby, rough truck contest and this year’s big concert, Cooper Alan…
ZANESVILLE,OH – The Better Business Bureau is warning spring breakers to beware. As the warm weather rolls in and students prepare for spring break getaways; the BBB wants you to know about some of the most common spring break scams. Judy Dollison, President of the BBB of Central Ohio, said scammers capitalize on current events and trends, and spring break…
ZANESVILLE, OH – It’s time to mark your calendars and get those tails wagging because the Animal Shelter Society’s Yappy Hour event is right around the corner! Yappy Hour is set to take place on Thursday, March 7th from 6 to 8 PM at the Zanesville Country Club. Indulge in delicious food, sip on refreshing drinks, and bid on unique…
ZANESVILLE, OH – The St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church has partnered with several community allies to extend a helping hand to Christ’s Table during Black History Month. St. Paul AME joined forces with the Nelson T. Gant Foundation along with various local black churches to contribute a generous donation of $1,700 to Christ’s Table. Not only did they donate…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Brian Edgell has been named the ArtCoz Artist of the Month for March. Edgell is the owner of Lock 10 Photography and he began taking photos, just as a hobby, in 2008. In 2013 his father passed away and Edgell realized he didn’t have a lot of photos of things he truly cared about. “I decided my…
ZANESVILLE, OH – A local music club is gearing up to host a music festival this weekend. The Thursday Music Club will be presenting the Junior Music Festival performed by members of their Junior Music Club. Crystal Engle, the Vice President of the Thursday Music Club, talked about some of the different performances that you’ll hear this weekend. “We will…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Eastside Community Ministry recently held their annual Chair-ity Auction, and the results were nothing short of spectacular. From February 22nd to the 24th, the community came together to support Eastside Community Ministry and their generosity shone through, raising an impressive $30,000. The auction featured an array of beautifully decorated chairs, among the standouts was Raising Canes, the…
ZANESVILLE, OH – Get ready to fall head over paws in love with the K9 Adoption Center’s Pet of the Week. Winnie, a five-year-old terrier mix, is looking for her forever home. Her friendly disposition extends to both her fellow canine and human friends, and her enthusiastic personality promises to bring joy to a loving home. “We have Winnie. She’s…
Perry County Transit has a new home and a new way to connect residents with essential locations within the county. They’re currently hosting a pilot project called, “The Loop.” It connects residents to hotspots within the county like Genesis Healthcare, the Kroger in New Lexington and other services. There’s no cost for riding the loop. The mobility manager said connecting…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – In the wake of the Zanesville Municipal Building shooting, the county has begun the process of implementing security improvements at their facilities. Muskingum County Emergency Management Agency Director Jeff Jadwin met with the County Commissioners and Sheriff Matt Lutz, who joined the meeting by phone to discuss what security options are available and then explained why some…
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Zanesville-Muskingum County Chamber of Commerce holds an event each year that celebrates local businesses and offers them an added opportunity to network. Zanesville-Muskingum County Chamber President Dana Matz discussed the importance of Chamber Week and how it has expanded beyond just an annual meeting. “5-days of publicity,” Matz said. “So with local media and social media,…
