Chatty Cat Cafe hits 300 cat adoption mark just days after two-year anniversary
Chatty Cat Cafe customers showed up in large numbers on June 1 to help celebrate the business’s second-year anniversary. A special event was held with a cat caricature artist and face paint artist on site, as well as a temporary tattoo station, huge discounts on merch, a balloon drop with prize cards attached, and more. […]
Muskingum County students receive $100,000 to further their education thanks to generous Dorr Scholarship
A life-changing scholarship in the amount of $10,000 was awarded to ten remarkable students from six Muskingum County High Schools. The John & Susan (Rose) Dorr Scholarship, managed by The Muskingum County Community Foundation, is an annual scholarship that provides much-needed financial assistance to students pursuing higher education in the areas of nursing, business, education, […]
History collides with family fun: Zane’s Trace Commemoration begins June 13
Zanesville’s beloved annual festival, Zane’s Trace Commemoration, is brimming with exciting family-friendly fun and plenty of opportunities to learn about local history. The three-day event begins on Friday, June 13, from noon to 9:00 p.m., continues Saturday, June 14, from 10:00 a.m. (kicking off with the grand parade) until 9:00 p.m., and concludes Sunday, June […]
A Taste of Ohio gears up for one-year anniversary events
It has already been a year since A Taste of Ohio Wine Bourbon & Beer introduced Zanesville to their trendy yet timeless lounge that offers a social environment unlike any other. To celebrate, owners Kenneth and Tessa Dickinson and Joseph and Angela Bailey have planned a weekend of events to thank existing customers and welcome […]
Frazeysburg celebrates the strength of community during eagle carving dedication
A plate that reads “A lasting reminder of the June 6, 2024 tornado. – Dedicated by the Frazeysburg Revitalization Association” now stands at the base of the carving in Frazeysburg Veterans Park that features two bald eagles and the American Flag. The new addition was installed during a dedication for the eagle carving held on […]
Third annual Color Run (walk or waddle) encourages conversations about mental health
Thirteen color stations were set up at the Muskigum County Fairgrounds for this year’s Color Run (walk or waddle), representing organizations and community partners who showed up to support Drug Free Muskingum and Muskingum County Suicide Prevention Coalition’s yearly event held in conjunction with Mental Health Awareness Month. The event is a fun and colorful […]
Frazeysburg’s Annual Homecoming begins Thursday, June 5
Frazeysburg’s annual Homecoming, hosted by the Frazeysburg Fire Department, is fast approaching. The event will take place Thursday, June 5th, through Saturday, June 7th. The festivities will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a kiddie parade, “Pullin’ for Fun”, followed by a kiddie tractor pull. The Queen and Court, and Parade Marshall will be introduced at […]
Float the River offers exciting outdoor experiences in Zanesville
Float the River, located at 126 Muskingum Avenue, Zanesville, celebrated its opening season with a ribbon cutting on May 23, 2025. The water recreation business provides a relaxing yet adventurous experience to its customers as they float or kayak on the Licking and Muskingum Rivers. Owners T.J. and Savannah Mack first opened Float the River […]
Pre-register now and celebrate at MCLS Summer Reading kick-off events
The Muskingum County Library System (MCLS) is getting ready to launch another exciting summer of reading, and it all starts with pre-registration and a week of Summer Reading Kick-Off events across Muskingum County. Pre-registration is now open for the 2025 Summer Reading Program, giving readers of all ages the chance to sign up early, explore […]
Dresden Elementary students meet real life heroes, Air Evac Lifeteam 107
Med Flight Helicopter Air Evac Lifeteam 107 – Licking County, OH landed in the back parking lot of the Dresden Elementary school on May 8, giving students a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Kindergarten through 6th grade were treated to a field trip-like experience without having to leave their school! Students were able to see the helicopter as […]