Dresden Author Uses Gift For Writing to Offset Medical Bills
by Katelyn Dotson Tara Prouty is a skilled local author. Each of her books is unique and creatively written, and some of her work is inspired by the hardships she has endured. Tara had Intestinal Failure from the early age of four but was not diagnosed until years later. After high school, she went to […]
Fireman’s Festival held in New Concord attracted large turnout
The Fireman’s Festival located in New Concord took place on July 8. The event was packed with stands selling various items, including homemade ice cream sold by the Boy Scouts, and a popcorn stand run by the Creative Farm Kids 4-H. In addition, a lively parade rolled down the streets, promoting local clubs and businesses. […]
4-H Cloverbuds take root at McDonald’s Greenhouse for annual one-day camp
The 4-H Cloverbud Program in Ohio is for children ages 5 to 8 and explores a healthy lifestyle with a focus on the environment, citizenship, plants and animals, science, technology, personal development, and community arts. The point is to help children develop in a healthy way mentally, physically, socially, and emotionally. The program strives to […]
Frazeysburg Fire Department Receives Grant
Frazeysburg Fire and Rescue was the recipient of a FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant in the amount of $85,000. The grant will be used to purchase and install a diesel exhaust capture system for each bay in the fire station. The CO Exhaust system will remove harmful chemicals from the gear the fire department uses […]
Local man organizes monthly Sunday Antique Vehicle Drives – invites public to participate
A new Sunday tradition organized by Frank M. LoSchiavo is taking shape in Dresden. The Dresden Antique Vehicle Drive, which was inspired by the “Sunday Car Parade” held in Put-In-Bay, is a social gathering for antique vehicle owners and enthusiasts. “Here’s how it works… On the first Sunday of each month, we meet at Dresden […]
Strut Your Pup Contest held at Muskingum County Fairgrounds
On July 8, the second annual Strut Your Pup contest was held, located at the Muskingum County Fairgrounds. Participants brought their dogs adorned with cute costumes, which were judged by Sheriff Matt Lutz. The contest consisted of two awards which were Best Costume, and Cutest Dog. The contest was split into two parts, separating the […]
Masterwork Gaming provides a safe gathering place for all ages
The concept for Masterwork Gaming, then called Gundam Den, began in 2021 when co-owner Tyler Finck first began getting into building models. “When I first started one of my main things was that I enjoyed this model so much and I wanted other people to enjoy it as much as I do and not have […]
Adamsville Homecoming Runs July 19 – 22
The 2023 Adamsville Homecoming begins with the traditional Homecoming Parade on Wednesday, July 19 at 6:30 p.m. with the introduction of the Queen and Court at Gaumer Park. Thursday, July 20 at 6 p.m. the Melissa Marie School of Dance with perform. Afterward, at 7 p.m., Dance Express takes the stage, the kid’s pedal tractor […]
Alice in Wonder Land
by Alice Stratman Smith I watered my flowers and bushes in front of my condo here in Zanesville, Ohio this morning and also pulled a few weeds. There were small clusters of clover plants that I uprooted. I remember when I was a kid that I was always looking for a four leaf clover to […]