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UPDATE: Boil Advisory in Zanesville
ZANESVILLE, Ohio–Muskingum County EMA Director Jeff Jadwin said repairs are being made on the water main at Adams Lane; however, repairs may take some time. Areas affected include Starlight School, Subway, and Adams Lane Healthcare. Residents affected should follow the boil advisory until testing comes back. The area includes:
Muskingum County Student Receives $40,000 Scholarship
ZANESVILLE, OH – A recent graduate of John Glenn High School in Muskingum County was awarded a $40,000 scholarship to continue his education. Ashton Driggs was awarded the Fred F. and Herman M. Dreier Foundation Scholarship to pursue an electrical engineering degree at West Virginia University. “I was actually...
Fundraising ‘fur’ Pets
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Muskingum County regularly promotes the well-being of pets through the generosity and partnership of multiple businesses and organizations. Merle Norman Cosmetics Studio Owner Sharon Shaner highlighted the details ‘fur’ a fundraiser called ‘Smooches for Pooches.’. “During the month of July, we’re doing our...
Avondale Youth Center Upgrades
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Muskingum County Commissioners opened a bid for the installation of a modern HVAC system into the Avondale Youth Center. The building was constructed in 1911 to house disadvantaged youth and its structure has been recently tested and proved sound, deeming it a valuable asset to the county.
Hey, Muskingum County: Here's what you need to know to start your week
ZANESVILLE − Larkin Spencer, a student at Bishop Rosecrans High School, has been selected as a national youth correspondent to attend the Washington Journalism and Media Conference July 7 to 12 at George Mason University. She was chosen based on academic accomplishments and a demonstrated interest in excellence in journalism and media and media studies. Participants will engage in hands-on activities and hear from a variety of speakers in the journalism field.
3,850 Zanesville soldiers served with honor in the Civil War; 83 died
In "Y Bridge City," according to local historian Norris F. Schneider, 3,850 men from Muskingum County served in the Army or Navy during the Civil War from 1861 to 1865. Of those, 596 died from either wounds or disease with 83 being residents of Zanesville. The Times Recorder's book, "Zanesville: 200 Years," stated: “George...
Muskingum County seeing trend of higher medical costs for insurance plan
ZANESVILLE − Just a few counties northwest, Richland is feeling the sting of rising drug and medical costs that has forced its budget into the red. The cost of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Jardiance and Trulicity, typically used to treat Type 2 diabetes, has forced a massive increase in costs when they are prescribed to non-diabetic patients for weight loss. Richland is now looking at cutting those medications when used for weight loss. ...
Muskingum County Sees Record $272 Million Economic Boost from Tourism
ZANESVILLE, OH – Muskingum County experienced $272 Million worth of economic impact from tourism in 2023. TourismOhio recently released their economic impact reports. Kelly Ashby, the Vice President of the Zanesville-Muskingum Convention and Visitors Bureau, says they are thrilled to see these numbers rising. “That is up from 6%...
The power of music: Zanesville's ground-breaking musicians and a look at today's talent
ZANESVILLE − Music has deep roots in Muskingum County, from yesterday's mountain bluegrass music of Appalachia to today's rock'n' roll. And for good reason.Music moves us. It stirs memories, allows us to dream outside our reality and helps us to express ourselves. It can change our moods, reduce our stress and even stimulate our brains. It's also a powerful tool to connect with others. And, fortunately, Muskingum County has a tradition of excellent bands and currently boasts...
Highlighting Ohio and her people who shaped our country during America's 250th birthday
This Fourth of July, as our country celebrated its 248th year as a nation, we took the opportunity to pause and reflect on our shared identity as Americans. Independence Day is a momentous time to recognize and celebrate our nation's strength and feel gratitude for the many wonderful reasons we are proud to be Americans — and Ohioans. July Fourth is more than just a date on the calendar — it's a day of deep significance and one of the best celebrations of the year. ...
Yard Sale Raises Money for Scholarships
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Yard sales are a good way for vendors to rid their homes of unused items and for consumers to find those goods at just the right price. The Zanesville Alpha Psi Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma is a fraternal organization of teachers that promote education here in Muskingum County. Club President Jere Kay Gardner talked about their annual yard sale and how its proceeds fund educational scholarships for students pursuing a career in teaching.
News of public record: Restaurant inspections from Muskingum County
The following are restaurant inspections with critical violations, as conducted by the Zanesville-Muskingum County Health Department, between June 24 and 28. Jorge's Mexican Restaurant, 3523 Maple Ave., Zanesville. The hand-washing sink has been removed from the bar area. Raw beef is stored above peppers. Containers containing cut lemons are stored in direct contact with ice for service. Several ready-to-eat foods were past the discard date. There is no hot water available at the kitchen hand sink.
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