LOCAL NEWS

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 […]

A new state-of-the-art nursing wing at Ohio University Zanesville (OUZ) was recently unveiled during a ribbon cutting ceremony held on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. The new addition, named the J.W. and M.H. Straker Charitable Foundation Nursing Wing, was made possible by a $1.5 million donation from the Straker Foundation. The renovation to the nursing wing […]

A new eatery in the food court at the Colony Square Mall, 3575 Maple Ave., Zanesville, celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting earlier this month.  Pit Stop Express is located near Auntie Ann’s Pretzels in between the Muskingum County Library System outreach location in the mall and Super Brow. “We opened November 21st […]

Colony Square Mall, 3575 Maple Ave, Zanesville, is now the home of Ian Lauer’s Kenpo Karate, a martial arts school.   Owner and Instructor, Ian Lauer, has a 3rd-degree black belt in American Kenpo; 1st-degree black belts in Coszacks Karate, Hapkido, and Tae Kwon Do; and a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He studied wrestling and […]

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 […]

One of Dresden’s largest shopping events of the year is upon us. The Dresden Community Association’s (DCA) annual Ladies’ Night Out is scheduled for Saturday, November 16 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., registration starts at 3:00. This free community event is the perfect opportunity for residents of Dresden and the surrounding communities to kick start […]

Bishop Fenwick School is showing their version of “A Charlie Brown Christmas” on November 14, 15, and 16 at 7:00 p.m. at Breitfeller Auditorium in Rosecrans High School (1040 E Main St, Zanesville). The production is based on the classic television special by Charles M. Schulz featuring his beloved Peanuts characters portrayed by a talented […]