Visit Zanesville Receives 2025 Tourism Economic Impact Report
Visit Zanesville has received the latest Tourism Economic Impact Report prepared by Tourism Economics on behalf of Tourism Ohio, highlighting the significant role tourism continues to play in Muskingum County’s economy. According to the report, visitors spent $170 million in Muskingum County in 2025, generating a total economic impact of nearly $279 million throughout the local economy. Visitor spending […]
Dresden Parade Marshals and Homecoming Court Announced
The Dresden Homecoming is planned for Wednesday, June 17, through Saturday, June 20, at 701 Chestnut Street in Dresden. Meet your 2026 Dresden Homecoming Parade Marshals Darron & Tammy Delancey have been very well known to our wonderful village for many years! They have been married 38 years & have 2 children, Shadley & Shirer! […]
Frazeysburg Homecoming Begins June 4 – Grand parade Saturday, June 6 at 6 PM
The Frazeysburg Homecoming will run from Thursday, June 4, through Saturday, June 6. Attendees can expect live entertainment, games, and food. A grand parade will be held on Saturday, June 6, at 6 PM. Parade marshals will be Kenny and Cathy Jenkins. The homecoming queen is Adayln Meeks, and this year’s attendants are Bailey Rice, […]
A Healthy and Safe Easter: Tips for Families This Spring
by Alexus Masterson, MPH,Family & Consumer Sciences EducatorOhio State University Extension,Muskingum County Easter is a joyful time filled with traditions, shared meals, and colorful activities—but it also presents important food safety and health considerations for families. Prioritizing safe handling practices, balanced nutrition, and mindful planning can help ensure a celebration that supports well-being. A key […]
Straker Foundation distributes January 2026 grants
The J.W. & M.H. Straker Charitable Foundation awarded just over one million dollars in January 2026 grant funding. This cycle included grants of up to $150,000.00, and covered a range of needs, from helping fire departments upgrade equipment to providing support for back-to-school initiatives. Awards address youth programming, educational needs, poverty and homelessness, mental health […]
Genesis Hospital Lifts Visitor Restrictions
Genesis HealthCare System has ended visitor restrictions at Genesis Hospital due to fewer respiratory illnesses in our community. Visitor guidelines have returned to normal. For more information on visitor guidelines, visit genesishcs.org.
Elizabeth “Betty” Stanton
Elizabeth “Betty” Sarah Stanton, 97, died Sunday evening, March 8, 2026, at Willow Haven Healthcare & Rehabilitation, Zanesville. Born August 4, 1928, at Saint Mary Hospital in Watertown, Wisconsin. She was a member of Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church where she was a member of the choir, played the French horn in the band, […]
Bernard Leroy Shroyer
Bernard Leroy Shroyer, age 92, passed away on November 26, 2025 in Palm Springs, CA. Bernard was born on November 5, 1933 near Adamsville, Ohio. He moved his family to California in 1966. He was a hard worker with a long career as an Operating Engineer. After retirement he loved his time as Commadore with […]
Cass Twp
The Cass Township Trustees held their annual organizational meeting in January 2026. The Trustees are as follows: Randy Stotts, President; Brian Palmer, Vice-President; and Scott Moore, Disaster / Safety & Health Coordinator. The current Fiscal Officer is Susie Commeans. It was determined that regular monthly meetings would be held the first Tuesday of each month […]
Call for vendors
Vendor applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Dresden Melon Festival held in Dresden on August 1, 2026. The application deadline is July 27, 2026. Questions can be directed to Rhonda at rhondaruh@gmail.com or 740-607-7804. The application and additional details can be found at, www.dresdenmelonfestival.com/vendors.html