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

The Coshocton Christian School Class of 2026 includes Ciara Smith, Finn Wharton, Natalia Eberhard, Grace Brigham, Makayla Gingerich, Lauren Sommers and Vincent Wilson (not pictured).

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Published May 20, 2026 - 2:22 p.m.

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

Roscoe Village to host history program for children

Weekly Monday programs for children begin June 1 in Coshocton, with hands-on activities and a July 13 ride on the Monticello III

Volunteers fill backpacks for children

Fanatics employees joined Coshocton Regional Medical Center May 13 to pack school supplies for local children for the 2026-27 school year

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Coshocton County EMS marks 50 years

The anniversary coincides with National EMS Week as the county seeks former volunteers and employees for an open house later this year

River View levy wins voter approval

The 4.8-mill operating levy is continuous, reducing future ballot costs and supporting district expenses

Voting booths with American flags and the word VOTE lined up beside a brick wall.

Chuck Ellis wins Coshocton commissioner primary

Ellis led the Republican race with 2,593 votes, defeating Dean Hettinger and Chuck Selders in the May 5 election

Row of voting booths with VOTE signs beneath red, white and blue bunting.

Coshocton event aims to boost voter turnout

Common Good Coalition PAC and local Democrats will host a free June 4 gathering at artPARK as organizing expands across East Central Ohio

Close-up of the American flag with stars and stripes.

Ohio bill aims to secure fire, EMS funds

Proposed legislation would protect levies from tax abatements, ensuring stable funding for public safety services

Genesis earns five-star CMS hospital rating

The health system ranks among the top 8% of U.S. hospitals in the 2026 Medicare quality ratings

Dining with Diabetes classes in Coshocton

Ohio State Extension offers July cooking program for diabetes management at Coshocton Regional Medical Center

Sports

Coshocton tops Barnesville in district semifinal

The No 10 Lady Redskins scored six first-inning runs Monday and advanced to face top-seeded Tusky Valley in the Division V district championship

Anyssa Cutlip signs with Shawnee State

The Ridgewood right side hitter signed her letter of intent May 17 at Kids America after years of high school and club volleyball

Ridgewood duo signs college baseball letters

Connor Croy will play at Thiel College and Jace McQueen at Walsh University after standout careers for the Generals

River View junior funds swim wedges for project

JT Allison raised about $2,000 through donations and raffles to buy eight backstroke starting wedges for teams using the Coshocton High School pool

RVHS and CHS compete at MVL Championships

The Black Bears scored 89.5 points to top Sheridan and Tri-Valley while River View girls placed fourth and Coshocton athletes also competed

Community Spotlight

Local moms share heartfelt Mother's Day reflections

Women express the joys and challenges of motherhood ahead of Mother's Day May 10

Coshocton native reflects on community ties and road to LCC

Donnie Allen shares his journey from local schools to mining and leadership roles in Coshocton County

Museum sets summer program for children

The Johnson-Humrickhouse Museum in Coshocton will host weekly hands-on anthropology sessions May 29 through July 3 for age 3-12

West Lafayette shop plans princess party

Universe Bridal and Prom will host the June 14 event for girls age 2-10 at Unusual Junction, with preregistration required