LOCAL NEWS

Upwards of 200 volunteers, some of whom have been involved for over 30 years, help to make the Carr Center Cake Auction an annual success. The popular event will take place in the Colony Square Mall, with the People’s Choice Awards kicking everything off at 5:00 PM on April 22, 2025. Over the next two […]

It’s that time of year again! The popular Easter time event at McDonald’s Greenhouse and Corn Maze, Spring Cuddles on the Farm, is set for this weekend, April 18 and 19, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. “The grass is green, the baby calves are being born, the greenhouses are full, the spring peepers […]

You may have noticed the Easter Coloring Contest that was published in the last two issues of the Dresden Buzz. The contest invited artists of all ages to color the Easter picture and submit it for a chance to win one of five Easter baskets full of candy, snacks, chocolate goodies, coloring books, and more.This […]

Higgins Lumber, in conjunction with the Zanesville-Muskingum County Chamber of Commerce, held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate a milestone for the locally owned, family-run business. Family, customers, and members of the community came to help congratulate owners Tom and Susie Piecynski on their one-year anniversary of owning the well-established 68-year-old business. “We’ve run other […]

The hundreds of people waiting in a line that wrapped around the play area near the Cinemark Theater in the Colony Square Mall were not there for the latest box office smash film this time, and no, a celebrity had not entered the building, although the Easter Bunny has been frequenting the mall. The excitement […]

Co-owners Kris Henderson and Alan Bruns brought Jamie’s Cheesesteaks to the Colony Square Mall food court. The business began with a soft opening last month and celebrated its grand opening on April 11 with a Zanesville-Muskingum County Chamber of Commerce-led ribbon cutting to make things official. The duo opened their first restaurant in Newark but […]

The 2025 Women of Achievement (WOA) dinner, held April 9th and hosted by the Muskingum County Family YMCA, brought an evening of uplifting and inspiring stories from remarkable women who are leaving a mark on Muskingum County through their work in their professions and volunteer work. Eight women were honored during the dinner, and each […]

The Ohio House of Representatives has introduced its version of the state budget, which includes significant cuts to funding for Ohio’s public libraries. The substitute bill, unveiled in the House Finance Committee, proposes eliminating the Public Library Fund (PLF) in its current form under state law, placing library funding into a general line item that […]

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held at Zanesville Studio Blu, 3931 Northpointe Dr, Zanesville, on Monday, March 31. Each year, the Zanesville-Muskingum County Chamber hosts numerous ribbon cutting ceremonies to celebrate new businesses and business growth in the county. This particular one was extra special for Chamber President Dana Matz because his daughter, Cheyenne Matz, […]

Donald Beers and John Furek were among 67 veterans who were part of the 139th Mission to depart from John Glenn Columbus International Airport and fly to Washington D.C. to take part in Honor Flight Columbus. The mission statement for Honor Flight Columbus reads, “To honor America’s senior veterans with a trip to Washington D.C. […]

A beautifully crafted toy box with a patriotic theme was donated to the Dresden American Legion for their children’s playroom by local resident and talented craftsman Jake Birkhimer. Birkhimer was contacted by the American Legion who shared their need for toy storage. “Jake was on it immediately with tons of ideas and (was) all excited […]

An anticipated event among the scouting community took place at the Colony Square Mall on Sunday afternoon, March 30. Cub scouts brought their best crafter pinewood racers to compete for a chance to win the coveted Cub Scout 500 Championship! The Cub Scout 500 is a Pinewood Derby held by the Muskingum Valley Council, and […]

The Collegial Woods Trails have been revitalized, thanks to a partnership between Bimbo QSR and Muskingum Valley Park District. New benches, signs with QR codes featuring fun facts, and educational kiosks that share information about local history have all been installed. Additionally, invasive plants have been removed. According to a survey, Collegial Woods Trails are […]

AJ’s Fuel- Food Mart & Drive Thru, located at 1648 Linden Avenue in Zanesville, will be donating a part of fuel sales from April 1st through 31st to two local food pantries, Jubilee Food Pantry (State Route 60, Dresden) and Lighthouse Food Pantry (State Route 586, Nashport). Giving back to the community is important to […]

Color the picture and submit it to the Dresden Buzz for your chance to win an Easter Basket full of goodies. This contest is open to all ages. There will be one winner from each of the following age groups; 6 and under, 7-12, 13-17, adult, senior (65+). Please fill out the form on the […]

There is still time to see the Zane Trace Players at the Renner Theater for their latest production, Hood the Musical. Opening day was last Thursday, March 13. The remaining show times are Saturday, March 22 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, March 23 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets may be purchased at the door or online […]

Musical fans rejoice! The Sound of Music: Youth Edition, is being presented by the Bishop Rosecrans Drama Club on March 20, 21, and 22 and you will not want to miss it! There will be four opportunities to catch the show, Thursday, March 20, and Friday, March 21 at 7 p.m. or stop in for […]

The 50s came to life during West Muskingum Vocal Booster’s spring musical, Grease directed by Josh Whetstone, West Muskingum High School’s choral director. Show times were March 14 through 16. This is the second time the production has graced the West Muskingum stage. The first was in 2012. Members of the cast included: Ashton Skoutelas […]

The Muskingum County Commissioners proclaimed this week, March 2nd through March 8th, Ohio 4-H Week. The courthouse is lit with green lights, and the 4-H flag is being displayed there throughout the week as well. Ambassadors Hayden Weck, Braylie Burkey, Koby Bradley, and Educator Jamie McConnell met with the County Commissioners and participated in several […]