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JUNE 12 - 25, 2026 The LOCAL NEWS | A3
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MCLS “Unearth a Story” summer reading Homecoming

kick-off parties Schedule:

June 17-20

Wed., June 17
• 5:30PM - Parade Line Up -
TV Middle School
• 6:30PM - Grand Parade
• 6:30PM - Rides & Vendors Open
• 7:00PM - Beer Garden & Poker
Table Opens
• 7:45PM - Queen, Court & Parade
Marshal Introductions
• 8:00PM - Bingo Opens
• 10:00PM - Nightly Raffle
(All times may be delayed due to parade end-
ing time)
Thur., June 18
John McIntire Library Summer Reading Kick-Off Party. Daegan Lusk Media New Concord Branch Library Summer Reading • 6:00PM - Rides & Vendors Open
Kick-Off Party. Jess Goodwin
• 6:00PM - Rayne’s Song -
Vocalist Ireland Harney
• 6:00PM - Beer Garden & Poker
Table Opens
• 7:00PM - Bingo Opens
• 7:00PM - “Up to No Good” Band
• 10:00PM - Nightly Raffle

Fri., June 19
• 6:00PM - Rides & Vendors Open
• 6:00PM - Dance Team -
A2J Dance Crew
• 6:00PM - Beer Garden & Poker
Table Opens
• 7:00PM - Bingo Opens
• 7:00PM - “Hillbound Gypsies” Band
• 7:00PM - Buckeye Championship
Professional Wrestling
• 10:00PM - Nightly Raffle
Dresden Branch Library Summer Reading Kick- South Branch Library Summer Reading Kick-Off Party. Lynette Dotson
Off Party. Lynette Dotson Sat., June 20
• 9:30AM - Kids Parade Line Up
- Dresden Library
• 10:00AM - Kids Parade Begins
• 10:30AM - Kids Parade Judging at
Main Stage, Bike Raffle
• 11:00AM - Kids Games at
Main Stage
• 4:00PM - Rides Open
• 4:00PM - Square Dancing with
Valerie Norman
• 6:00PM - Queen & Court
Introductions
• 6:00PM - Beer Garden & Poker
Table Opens
• 7:00PM - Bingo Opens
• 7:00PM - “Terry Douglas” Band
• 10:00PM - Nightly Raffle

Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library Summer Reading Kick-Off Party. Lynette Dotson Roseville Branch Library Summer Reading Kick- Entertainment times are estimated.
Off Party. Sean Fennell

Y-City Barbershop Chorus

sing “National Anthem”

Y-City Barbershop Men’s Chorus sang the “National Anthem” at the Senior Pioneers vs Senior Legion
baseball game at Gant Stadium on June 2. The group performs at community engagements, private
events and during an annual show. New singers are always welcome. For more information visit
ycitychorus.org. Matthew Dotson

Muskingum County

unveils new official

county flag

MUSKINGUM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
a design created by an anonymous
contributor. The chosen flag captures
the spirit of Muskingum County while
honoring the people, history, and
progress that continue to shape the
county’s future.
“We were overwhelmed by the com-
munity’s response to the contest,”
said the Muskingum County Commis-
New Muskingum County Flag. Submitted sioners. “The more than 40 submis-
sions demonstrated the tremendous
The Muskingum County Board pride our residents have in Musking-
of Commissioners is proud to an- um County. We appreciate every in-
nounce the adoption of a new official dividual who took the time to partici-
Muskingum County flag, a symbol pate and help create a lasting symbol
that reflects the county’s rich heri- for our community.”
tage, strong communities, and prom- The new flag will serve as the official
ising future. representation of Muskingum County
The flag was selected through a and will be displayed at county facil-
countywide design contest that invit- ities, public events, ceremonies, and
ed residents to share their creativity community celebrations. The Com-
and vision for a symbol that would missioners are grateful to all contest
represent Muskingum County. More participants for their creativity and
than 40 flag designs were submitted enthusiasm, and especially to the
by community members, showcasing anonymous designer whose contribu-
the pride, talent, and deep connec- tion will serve as a lasting symbol of
tion residents have to the place they Muskingum County for generations to
call home. come.
Following a review of the submis-
sions, the Commissioners selected