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Matt Nardo ’07G Returns to Lead Muskingum Football Programn

Matt Nardo ‘07G is back where his coaching career began—now as Muskingum’s Head Football Coach. A proven winner with a game plan for success, he brings experience, energy, and a championship mindset.Coach Nardo returns to New Concord after a three-year successful run as Bluffton College’s head coach. He led the Beavers to their best Heartland […]

Mr. Kirk Henderson named Tri-Valley Local Schools’ Superintendent

The Tri-Valley Local Schools Board of Education met on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 5:30 PM to vote on the district’s next superintendent. Pending Board of Education approval, Mr. Kirk Henderson will become superintendent effective August 1, 2025. Mr. Henderson surfaced as the top candidate for the job based on his extensive background in school […]

HEALTH & WELLNESS: Those Old Family Canning Recipes

By: Alexus Masterson, MPH,Family & Consumer Sciences EducatorOhio State University Extension, Muskingum County When you think of food preservation, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Maybe it is picking fresh corn from the garden and freezing it, or helping your grandmother can green beans and tomatoes. Food preservation can look like a […]

Alice in Wonder Land

By Alice Stratman Smith The Zanesville Memorial Concert Band concert on Sunday, June 30th at the Secrest Auditorium gave tribute to ‘American Heroes’. They honored veteran’s in attendance during the Armed Forces Salute when they stood when portions of ‘their song’ was played. The next concert will be Sunday, July 14th, 7 p.m. at Zanes’ […]

HEALTH & WELLNESS: Keeping Kids Active, It’s a Family Affair!

By: Alexus Masterson, MPH,Family & Consumer Sciences EducatorOhio State University Extension, Muskingum County Physical activity is an important part of what keeps us healthy when we are young, and as we age, the need for physical activity daily changes! The American Heart Association recommends kids and teens (from 6-17) get at least 60 minutes of […]

Alice in wonder land

By Alice Stratman Smith Susan Hand and I attended the 38th Annual Carr Center Cake Auction held at the Colony Square Mall April 24 and 25. We ooed and ahed viewing hundreds of decorated cakes with the bonus of coupon, services, and items. My son-in-law Bill Crothers entered a cake featuring Crothers Container Services, LLC. […]