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Licking County summer swimmers connect with teen coaches
DRESDEN — Sometimes for Ethan Goodwin it is as important knowing what not to say than what to say to young swimmers. The Northridge senior remembers his first years in the pool, and he uses his experiences to pass down his knowledge to the youngest members of the Johnstown-Northridge Jaguars. ...
History comes alive with Civil War battle reenacted on the Muskingum River
ZANESVILLE, OH- The Lorena Sternwheeler Civil War Reenactment and Encampment on the Mighty Muskingum River thrilled participants throughout the day, offering a unique blend of history and adventure. This annual event allowed attendees to witness a dramatic Civil War battle while floating along the Muskingum River. Registration was required to...
$2M tax credit will help preserve historic Baker Brother’s building in downtown Zanesville
ZANESVILLE − A downtown project is one of 35 across the state awarded a tax credit from the Ohio Department of Development earlier this month as part of the Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program to preserve historic buildings and turn them into reusable space within their communities. Justin Wagner of Eight Main LLC received a $2 million tax credit to preserve the historic Baker Brother’s Wholesale Grocery warehouse and building at 8 and 12 Main...
Annual Veterans Picnic is a success
ZANESVILLE, OH- The Muskingum Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution hosted their annual veteran’s picnic in conjunction with Veterans Appreciation Foundation Weekend to honor and thank veterans for their service. The picnic was complimentary and included hamburgers, pasta salad, baked beans, chips, cookies and more. Veterans attended...
Veterans honored at the Veteran’s Appreciation Foundation Auction
ZANESVILLE, OH- The Veteran’s Appreciation Foundation hosted a memorable Veterans Appreciation Weekend, featuring a variety of events and activities to honor local heroes. Today the foundation held an all-day auction at The Barn in Zanesville with a 50/50 raffle, and live auction items. There was also free Live music added to the festive atmosphere, with performances by Carson Clouse at 3 and Up 2 No Good at 7. Attendees were encouraged to stop by, support local veterans, and take a moment to thank them for their service.
Andrea Schweitzer-Smith retiring from Coshocton library system after 37 years
COSHOCTON – Andrea Schweitzer-Smith, branch manager of the West Lafayette Branch Library, is retiring after working for the library system for 37 years. This included working as a page, circulation clerk, children's programming assistant, preservation department head, branch assistant and branch manager. “I have enjoyed each position held at the library over...
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