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Single-story brick building with arched windows, a central entrance, and a concrete walkway in front.

Medina City Schools names new Fenn Elementary principal

Brouse to transition from Keystone Schools administrative role

Coshocton 4-H camp sign-up ends June 5

Registration is open for the July 5-9 junior camp at 4-H Camp Ohio in Licking County for youth through seventh grade

Leadership Coshocton County honors Class of 2026

Graduates were recognized May 19 in Coshocton after contributing more than 80 volunteer hours to the Coshocton in Bloom project at Skip’s Landing

People near colorful amusement rides and fenced attractions at a fairground.

Uniontown Lions Festival returns Aug. 19-22

Annual festival returns Aug. 19-22 at HRM Complex

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City gearing up for warmer weather with plethora of projects

Many projects being worked on; others set for the future

Samantha Turner named Mount Vernon Arts Consortium executive director

Brings decades of management experience to arts community

Highland announces new principals at high school, Hinckley Elementary

Frammartino-Kotlyn, Taylor to begin new roles Aug. 1

Health District warns residents about growing tick risks

Cases of Lyme disease and other tickborne illnesses continue climbing locally

Wooster school board approves $8.4 million modular plan

Cornerstone building will serve as a school facility for final year in 2026-27

Elder abuse warning signs outlined

Elder abuse is defined as an intentional or negligent act by a caregiver or other person that causes harm or places an older adult at serious risk of harm

West Holmes school board approves policy changes, personnel items

Board also OKs elementary building auction contract

Sports

Mount Vernon baseball hits way to two wins

Jackets score in double figures in victories over North Union, Cardington

West Holmes track teams compete at OCC Championships

Girls finish fifth behind Marmet’s big night; boys take seventh behind Graham

Hiland doubles duo ends tournament run at districts

Lehman and Mullet fall to East Liverpool in semifinals

Garaway softball rolls past Buckeye Trail in district semifinals

Pirates follow sectional title with 16-run shutout victory

Unified sports banquet celebrates inclusion, teamwork

The program combines general education students with developmentally and intellectually disabled students on blended teams in football, basketball and track

Holloway School building remembered

The superintendent and one additional teacher made up the high school staff

Let's Talk History

Coshocton library sets summer reading kickoff

The countywide event is scheduled for May 26 as the library marks its 2026 program and reflects on nearly a century of local summer reading history

Letter From Sally

Grandmother reflects on siblings’ quiet support

Column recalls a church performance and later moments that showed family bonds through a sister’s distress and a brother’s care

Aging Graciously

Comments on life’s changes

Local History

Zutavern Church served German farmers in Lawrence Township

Good News

Doctrine keeps believers on path of truth

Letter to the Editor

Concerns raised over potential impacts of data centers

Stories in a Snap

He Still Sends Emails From Heaven

Reflecting on loss, technology and the emails we still send

Lifestyles

Zoar, Fort Laurens offer America 250 tours

The tours will explore the history of the canal and its impact on commerce, travel and daily life in the 19th century

Fool House brings ’90s party to Cadiz

The concert will feature music from NSYNC, Nirvana, Britney Spears, Blink-182, Missy Elliott, Nelly and other 1990s and early 2000s artists

Coshocton Christian School announces Class of 2026

The class includes Ciara Smith, Finn Wharton, Natalia Eberhard, Grace Brigham, Makayla Gingerich, Lauren Sommers and Vincent Wilson

Runners in Santa hats and holiday costumes compete on a paved road surrounded by trees.

Stink Stank Stunk 5K set in Bolivar

Proceeds will benefit Project Grinch Dust, a local organization that supports families in need with back-to-school clothing, shoes, backpacks, supplies and Christmas gifts

A group of students stand indoors holding certificates during a recognition event.

Coshocton students honored at Elks banquet

Coshocton High School recognized Student of the Month recipients from September through April, and Lucy Baylor received Teen of the Year

Baby wrapped in a striped blanket resting in a patterned infant seat.

TuscBDD shares inspiring journey of Early Intervention member

Her next steps will include working with Early Intervention Developmental Specialist Carie Kline to continue meeting developmental milestones and life-stage goals

Community

Aultman College announces Dean’s List

Students are recognized for their academic achievements and dedication throughout the semester

West Union Church to hold bake sale fundraiser

West Union Women's Fellowship is geared up for summer bake sales at Mako's Market and Pharmacy

East Holmes festival highlights student fine arts

Hiland High School hosted districtwide student art, music and theater performances during the May 11 showcase in Berlin

Six people standing side by side indoors, facing the camera and wearing event badges.

JVS students attend gas industry conference

The conference has provided educational opportunities, technical training and networking experiences for those working in the natural gas and oil industries across the country

West Union Church to celebrate 200 years

Church services based on original services held at the church will begin at 10:30 a.m.

Close-up of cracked asphalt pavement with white painted lines and small weeds growing from the crack.

Malvern approves health coverage, discusses village upkeep

Council members also discuss park upgrades, drainage concerns and village maintenance priorities

Man in a red cap seated at a table with a laptop in a room with bulletin boards.

Bowerston council revises proposed water surcharge increase

Council set village cleanup day for June 20 from 8 a.m. to noon, or until the dumpster is full

Carter honored for helping those facing a crisis

Named 2026 Knox County CIT Officer of the Year by Mental Health and Recovery for Licking and Knox Counties

Hooves, Hands and Hearts 4-H meets

Club members played a marshmallow game after their May 17 meeting at Keene Grange Hall

Help available to quit tobacco

Local providers say cessation can improve wellness, recovery and stress regulation

Business

EODA honors Gradall of New Philadelphia with Excellence Award in Manufacturing

The New Philadelphia company received the honor at the Eastern Ohio Development Alliance annual meeting as it marks 80 years in business

EODA meeting in Walnut Creek urges regional push for growth

At its annual meeting in Walnut Creek, Eastern Ohio leaders highlighted collaboration, state investment and new job creation across Appalachian counties