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Searchers find body of man missing since January
CROOKSVILLE — On Wednesday, April 24, at around 1:15 p.m., the Perry County Sheriff’s Office was contacted and advised that Kaleb Russell had been discovered deceased in the crawl space beneath a home located at 700 Ceramic Road. Russell had been reported missing on Jan. 19. Deputies promptly responded to the scene and confirmed the presence of a deceased male, later positively identified as Russell. Russell’s body was discovered by volunteers aiding the family in the search for him. At the request of the family, an autopsy will not be performed, and his remains released to the family. No foul play is suspected. The Crooksville Police Department remains the lead investigating agency in the case. Any questions concerning the case should be directed to the Crooksville Police Department at 740-982-2666.
Pandering obscenity involving a minor gets Zanesville man 8 years in prison
ZANESVILLE − A Zanesville man accused of sex crimes was recently sentenced in Muskingum County Common Pleas Court by Judge Kelly Cottrill. Charles E. Cawley, 43, was indicted in December with three counts of pandering obscenity involving a minor, all second-degree felonies. He was sentenced to an aggregate indefinite term of 8 to 12 years in prison and must register as a Tier II sex offender for 25 years. He must serve a mandatory five years of post release control.
New Lexington teacher brings a world of experiences to the classroom
NEW LEXINGTON — “Hola, mi nombre es Beverly.” Beverly Watson’s room is designed to give the impression of being on vacation in Mexico. The posters catch the attention of many in her class as they are decorated with plenty of colors and Spanish quotes. Watson, 55, is the Spanish teacher for New Lexington High School. She’s the boss in the classroom, but at home her three cats rule over her...
Adamsville Road to be closed on Monday for culvert work
ZANESVILLE − The Muskingum County Engineer's Office has announced that Adamsville Road will be closed from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday for culvert replacement around the address of 2215 Adamsville Road. Motorists should plan routes accordingly.
Good Deeds Service Club to hold fundraiser for Eastside Community Ministry's food pantry
ZANESVILLE − The Good Deeds Service Club of Zanesville will hold a drive-thru dinner from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. May 15, at Chef Steve's Celebrations Banquet Room, 730 Putnam Ave. There will be a choice of four different family meal options serving four to six people each. Cost is...
New Lex announces honor roll students for third term
New Lexington High School has announced that the following students have achieved high honor roll standing for the third nine weeks grading period for the 2023-2024 school year. To qualify for the high honor roll, students must have an “A” average of 3.90 or higher in all grades for the nine weeks. High honor roll Freshmen ...
Four acquisitions, including one in Somerset, expand National Church Residences in Ohio
COLUMBUS — National Church Residences added 206 apartment units to its already extensive Ohio portfolio with the acquisition of four affordable senior housing communities. All of the communities were purchased from Buckeye Management and are located in central and western Ohio. “We are pleased to grow our presence in Ohio and welcome residents from all four communities into the National Church Residences family,” said Senior Project Leader of Acquisitions, Kelly Parnell. “Our well-established regional team members are experts in affordable senior housing operations and will...
Things to do: Stroll downtown during Art Walk and visit featured artist Carrie Turner
Stroll through downtown Zanesville and enjoy the springtime weather during May's ArtCoz First Friday Art Walk. Grab your DORA cup from either Weasel Boy Brewing, Muddy Miser's or the Old Market House Inn and sip on an adult beverage as you peruse the galleries. The featured artist of the month is Carrie Turner. Currently, her work is on display in the BunkoJess Gallery, 126 Muskingum Ave. A complete map of the arts district can be found...
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