May 1, 2025 Coshocton County Beacon

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Published April 30, 2025 - 6:00 p.m. Modified April 30, 2025 - 6:00 p.m.

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Thompson and Norris receive Ohio Realtors honors

Howard Hanna Realtors Carly Thompson and Karla Norris earn President’s Sales Club awards for outstanding sales performance

Roscoe Village Foundation launches ‘Elevate the Legacy’ initiative

Phase one focuses on master planning, preservation priorities and enhanced visitor experiences to expand the village’s cultural and economic impact

Readers share highlights from 2025

Community members reflect on improvements, events and projects that made a positive impact across Coshocton

Ridgewood honors Mathews for 24 years of school board service

Frank Mathews is recognized for decades of leadership that guided major facilities upgrades, fiscal stewardship and long-term district growth

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Local

Echoing Hills welcomes new director of finance

Arlene Shaheen brings banking experience and commitment to supporting individuals with disabilities

Scouts complete new welcome signs for West Lafayette

Eagle Scout projects by Ridgewood juniors Slade Miller and Wesson McPherson bring new signage to village entrances on County Road 16 and Route 93.

New plumbing permit information announced

Coshocton Public Health District now requires permits for most commercial plumbing work tied to new construction or major replacements

Coshocton Christian School revives cheerleading program

Newly formed squads bring school spirit to basketball games under the leadership of recent graduate Sydney Wood.

Ohio State Highway Patrol offers ride-along program

Prospective recruits can experience a day on patrol alongside an on-duty trooper to explore law enforcement careers

Miracle on Wheels provides bikes for Coshocton County children at Christmas

The annual Miracle on Wheels bicycle giveaway brightened Christmas for 30 families, distributing nearly 100 bikes to local children.

Holiday food safety reminders from Coshocton Public Health District

Simple steps like handwashing, preventing cross-contamination and proper refrigeration can keep gatherings safe this season.

Sports

Lady Bears capture Holiday Chaos Tournament title

River View girls bowling team earns championship win at Kent State Tuscarawas event on Dec. 20

Black Bears finish runner-up at Holiday Chaos Tournament

Team earns second-place finish at Kent State Tuscarawas event, led by strong individual performances Dec. 20

OHSAA announces new formats for basketball state tournaments

All girls and boys state tournament games will be played in the Dayton area in March, with UD Arena serving as the primary host

FCA hosted tip-off classic

Coshocton Area FCA brings six teams together for basketball, fellowship and faith-focused activities at Coshocton High School.

Black Bears fall to New Philadelphia at Boulevard Lanes

Carter Hammersley leads the Bears with a 455 series, while Gavin Gress posts personal bests despite 2,583–2,470 loss.

Community Spotlight

Tribute held for the late Capt. Wilmer Hale

Coshocton Fire Department, city leaders and family members honor Capt. Wilmer Hale on the 50th anniversary of the Buckeye Fabric fire, remembering his courage, leadership and ultimate sacrifice.

‘The Havenford Mysteries’ returns with Chapter 3: Family Legacies

Cora’s search leads from the library to the museum as clues about Lydia Wren — and the missing Founder’s Light — take a darker turn

MVNU to present 57th annual performance of Handel’s Messiah Nov. 23

140-voice Choral Union, alumni soloists and chamber orchestra will join for the beloved oratorio in R.R. Hodges Chapel; tickets $10, kids free.

Warsaw Lions Club to present annual show

Beloved community tradition returns Nov. 22–23 at River View High School, featuring local talent, music, comedy, and fundraising for River View Music Boosters.

Virtual tai chi series offered to boost balance and wellness

Free eight-week Ohio State University Extension program begins Jan. 20 and is open to all abilities.

Options are available for a fun, safe New Year’s Eve

From cozy at-home celebrations to movies, bowling and family-friendly community events, Coshocton residents have several ways to ring in the new year responsibly.

Columns and Opinion

Life and Learning

May 1, 2025 Coshocton County Beacon

Thompson and Norris receive Ohio Realtors honors

Roscoe Village Foundation launches ‘Elevate the Legacy’ initiative

Readers share highlights from 2025

Ridgewood honors Mathews for 24 years of school board service

THE LATEST

Thompson and Norris receive Ohio Realtors honors

Echoing Hills welcomes new director of finance

Roscoe Village Foundation launches ‘Elevate the Legacy’ initiative

Readers share highlights from 2025

Ridgewood honors Mathews for 24 years of school board service

Virtual tai chi series offered to boost balance and wellness

Options are available for a fun, safe New Year’s Eve

Ridgewood FFA members travel to OSU ATI for leadership night

RVHS honors Elks Teens of the Month

Ridgewood FFA parliamentary procedure team posts strong season

Echoing Hills welcomes new director of finance

Scouts complete new welcome signs for West Lafayette

New plumbing permit information announced

Coshocton Christian School revives cheerleading program

Ohio State Highway Patrol offers ride-along program

Miracle on Wheels provides bikes for Coshocton County children at Christmas

Holiday food safety reminders from Coshocton Public Health District

Lady Bears capture Holiday Chaos Tournament title

Black Bears finish runner-up at Holiday Chaos Tournament

OHSAA announces new formats for basketball state tournaments

FCA hosted tip-off classic

Black Bears fall to New Philadelphia at Boulevard Lanes

Tribute held for the late Capt. Wilmer Hale

‘The Havenford Mysteries’ returns with Chapter 3: Family Legacies

MVNU to present 57th annual performance of Handel’s Messiah Nov. 23

Warsaw Lions Club to present annual show

Virtual tai chi series offered to boost balance and wellness

Options are available for a fun, safe New Year’s Eve

Editor's Column

Sellers enjoyed getting back to telling veterans' stories

The Garden Gate

Lucky Leaves

Cooking with Karl

Akron’s sauerkraut balls

The View From Here

Promises, promises

Eldercare Wisdom

Don't be afraid of change

Guest Columnist

Austin reflects on a year of memorable Coshocton stories

The Generals' Report

Community generosity shines across Wooster City Schools

Guest Columnist

Jones enjoys helping people share their passions

Weekly Blessing

The Lord never leaves you at all

Good News

The meaning of Christmas and the big do-over

RVHS honors Elks Teens of the Month

Ridgewood FFA parliamentary procedure team posts strong season

New Life Ministries ladies celebrate holidays

Kiwanis Club serves up community spirit at annual Pancake Day

Blue Star Mothers, Salvation Army to host military appreciation breakfast

Ridgewood FFA members travel to OSU ATI for leadership night

Catherine L. McFarland

Kathy Karr

Margaret L. Reveal

Rodney Lee “Chappie” Chapman

Dorothea Bickel

Glenda L. Wenger

Don't fall for the Secret Sister gift exchange

Christmas in the Country Craft Show returns Dec. 7 at M Event Centre

Vendors to fill Lake Park Pavilion for Nov. 28 holiday bazaar