ZANESVILLE – Big Brothers Big Sisters had to look for changes in its routine because of COVID – 19 and for creative ways to connect the mentors know as “bigs” with kids known as “littles.” “We are looking at different platforms that we can connect people which would be a a Google Hangouts, Zoom, Facetime; […]
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ZANESVILLE – The Zanesville – Muskingum County Chamber of Commerce manages the local safety council for the Bureau of Worker’s Compensation, or BWC. President Dana Matz and the Chamber have not had the opportunity to conduct monthly meetings with these employers due to COVID – 19. However, in May, the Chamber was able to meet […]
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ZANESVILLE – The Chamber of Commerce, who manages the operation of the Lorena, had some concerns if they would be able to have the boat ready for residents and tourists in 2020 because of conditions brought forth by the pandemic. However, after discussions with the County Health Department, the Lorena will run this year. “Typically, […]
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CAMBRIDGE – A semi truck overturns on Interstate 70 backing up traffic for miles. It took place around 1:30 PM on Thursday. The Cambridge Post of the State Highway Patrol received a call that a commercial vehicle had overturned. Upon arrival, troopers found that the semi truck was completely blocking all of the westbound lanes […]
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ZANESVILLE – A local attorney and property owner met with County Commissioners to discuss options for two parking lots. Derrick Moorehead met with the commissioners to talk about what can potentially be done with space around a residential unit located on North Seventh Street and across from the County Health Department. “I’m open to all […]
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ZANESVILLE – A bid opening was held for the Muskingum County Emergency Management Agency’s annual tornado sirens contract. The bid opening was conducted outside of the Muskingum County Courthouse on Thursday morning. The EMA received three bids from contractors which they will review. Director Jeff Jadwin said he will get back to the County Commissioner’s […]
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ZANESVILLE – Voters will cast their ballot for the presidential election on November 3rd. The Muskingum County Board of Elections certified three independent candidates Tuesday. These candidates include Wesley Frank who will be running in the Commissioner race with the term commencing on January 2nd 2021. This seat is currently held by Cindy Cameron. Joshua […]
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ZANESVILLE – Muskingum Avenue – commonly referred to as “Dug Road”, has been closed since February of 2019 after a slip along the north edge of the road. In a meeting Tuesday night, the City Council passed an emergency measure to authorize the council to contract with an engineering firm so the city can look […]
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ZANESVILLE – Local insurance agency presents Eastside Community Ministry with $2,000 check. The check comes from State Farm was presented to Eastside Wednesday morning and agent Sarah Wickerham says, as a small business owner, she is happy to use the resources State Farm has to do good in the community. “Just 400 dollars buys several […]
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ZANESVILLE – Century National Bank bought the pizzas from the Barn and staff from Century Bank as well as the Barn worked Wednesday morning to sort the pizzas that were delivered to Christ’s Table. “We’re glad to partner with the Barn. We enjoy helping in the community. This isn’t something that’s new to us. We’ve […]
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