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Friends of the Library Bookstore reopens

The Friends of the Library Bookstore which first opened its doors in the fall of 1992, reopened on October 24 after being closed for a little over a month for renovations that updated the space. The selection of available books has also been refreshed. Conveniently located on the main level of the John McIntire Library, […]

Opening date announced for AIM Outreach’s second location

The Dresden location for AIM Outreach is set to open on November 8th. AIM is located in the old station house on Main Street in Dresden next to the United Methodist Church. Hours will be 4 to 6 p.m. every Wednesday. Shelves were stocked recently with the help of Dresden Elementry students who collected tons […]

Ladies Night and Union Square Art Show scheduled for November 18

Two amazing events are lined up for Saturday, November 18 in Dresden. Dresden’s annual Ladies Night Out is described as “an unforgettable evening of holiday shopping, delicious food, and music.” There is a full list of activities planned for the evening including a chocolate walk, charcuterie board demonstrations (5 p.m. & 7 p.m.), shopping, a […]

Local high school marching bands perform at OMEA State Finals following Tri-Valley Classic

Music filled Jack Anderson Stadium during the 2023 Tri-Valley Classic. Sixteen high school bands came to compete for Dresden’s biggest night in music including Crooksville, Shenandoah, Philo, Morgan, Meadowbrook, Licking Valley, Maysville, River View, John Glenn, St. Clairsville, Zanesville, Point Pleasant, Dublin Scioto, Hilliard Davidson, Central Crossing and of course the host for the evening […]

Jefferson alumnus inducted into National 4-H Hall of Fame

After a lifetime of dedication to 4-H, Nashport native James R. Helt was recognized for his contributions to the organization at the National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals annual conference on October 9, where he was inducted as the newest member of the National 4-H Hall of Fame. Helt grew up on a […]

Country Crossroads Education of Yesterday hosts 19th annual Farm Show

It’s that time of the year again! The Country Crossroads Education of Yesterday Farm Show has been educating local youth and families about how farming was done in the past for nearly two decades. This year’s show will be held on Saturday, October 21st from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, October 22nd from […]

Over 100 volunteers pitch in for Habitat for Humanity’s 2023 Project Playhouse

This year marked the third year for Habitat for Humanity of Southeast Ohio’s Project Playhouse in Muskingum County, held at the Muskingum County Fairgrounds on Friday, October 13. Although Project Playhouse has taken place in other areas, Muskingum is one of just three counties in Southeast Ohio that hold the event. The other two are […]

Prospect Place Annual Craft Fair biggest yet

Earlier this month Historic Prospect Place hosted their biggest Harvest Arts and Crafts Fair to date. Around 50 vendors were set up for the sixth iteration of the event. Entry was free but a dollar donation was required for those parking on the grounds. Self-guided tours were also offered all day. All proceeds from the […]

MUSKINGUM VALLEY SYMPHONIC WINDS OPENS 2023-2024 SEASON

submitted The Muskingum Valley Symphonic Winds opens the 2023-2024 with a performance of “Living Music,” a concert of works by living composers, on Sunday, October 29 at 3 p.m. in Brown Chapel on the campus of Muskingum University. The program will feature works by living composers and that represent a wide variety of styles. Featured […]

Voting now open for 2023 Y-City Scarecrow Contest

Right now is a great time to visit down town Zanesville. Main Street is decorated with several scarecrows that were created by local businesses and organizations as part of this year’s Y-City Scarecrow Contest. Besides enjoying them along your walk through Main Street, you can also show your support of those that participated by voting […]