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Crews responded to the scene of a fire at Muskingum Iron and Metal Wednesday afternoon. The fire broke out just before 4:00 p.m. at the facility on Arthur Street. Initial reports indicated that a pile of scrap metal had caught fire. Several area departments responded to the scene. No other...

The Athens County Coroner’s Office’s investigation of the death of Bryan Kyle Bridgeman, of Nelsonville, has concluded that Bridgeman died by suicide. Bridgeman, 30, was last seen on June 4, 2021. He reportedly left the house with $80 to allegedly purchase a video game at a private residence. When he did not return, his family reported him missing. Over the course of a year, officials worked to investigate Bridgeman’s disappearance....

Howard “Sam” Patterson, 80 of Zanesville, passed away unexpectedly on June 28, 2022 at his residence. He was born on February 25, 1942, in Zanesville, Ohio, son of the late Howard Owen Patterson and Jean Porter. He worked at Ballas Egg for 20 years where he retired in 2016. He was a member of the Elks in Athens, Ohio. In his spare time, Sam loved spending time with his grandchildren, traveling to all their sporting events and activities. Sam also loved his family gatherings and reunions.

ZANESVILLE — The City of Zanesville will install a traffic light at the intersection of Linden Avenue and Lee Street. Zanesville Public Safety Director Doug Merry said the light is expected to be installed next month. The light is one of the steps the city is taking to try and ease traffic related to the...

ATHENS, OH – WOUB Public Media is preparing to launch a new podcast that will shed light on some of the mystery surrounding the cemeteries at the old Athens Lunatic Asylum in southeast Ohio, now known as The Ridges. WHO Lies Beneath: The Asylum gives names and voices to those who were buried there under numbered tombstones.

By Shay Burk ANews Contributing Writer NELSONVILLE — Lisa Williams has always had a sweet tooth — or at least a love for making them. “I’ve always tried to bake, to learn ever since I was little,” she said. Now...

By Miles Layton For the ANews Meet Cole Group, 22, who has been working as a bartender at Tony’s Tavern for more than seven months. Hailing from Dayton before moving to Athens, Cole’s favorite adult beverage is beer and he enjoys serving beer each night of the week, but especially on Saturday. ...

As July’s celebrations of freedom and fireworks signal the height of summer is here, there are other casual, easygoing options with just as many breathtaking sights to behold, but more nature than the average barbecue. Take a stroll, hike or bike at these sites for a fresh breath of air — and ample opportunities to socialize under the sun.

This article originally appeared on Zanesville Times Recorder: Summer power struggle

All products featured on TravelAwaits are independently selected by our writers and editors. We may earn commission when you click on or make a purchase via our links. The Hocking Hills are a premier vacation destination for those looking to get in touch with the natural world. Whether you are a rugged outdoorsy type or simply looking to get out of town and stop to smell the flowers for a while, Logan, Ohio, and the surrounding Hocking Hills area are ideal for a getaway. From breathtaking waterfalls like Cedar Falls, which invariably instill a sense of wonder in all who behold them, to imposing geological features, the natural beauty here has no peer for hundreds of miles.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — If you're looking for a cool family activity, we're on your side. Butterfly Ridge founder Chris Kline discusses "Butterfly Ridge Conservation Center " where families can learn about butterflies, moths, and other pollinators important with Good Day Columbus' Maria Durant and Jackie Orozco. Butterfly Ridge...

This Saturday you’ll have a chance to help the Animal Shelter Society through shopping. Orthopaedic Associates of Zanesville is hosting a yard sale from 8am until Noon in the parking lot of their Bell Street location. “We’ll be here with a tremendous amount of stuff that may be the...

Kristen Ann Williams’ mural adorns the interior of the Walmart store in Logan.

By Luke Duncan ALBANY — When people hear of Albany, Ohio, they may only think about a small and quiet town, and the home of the Alexander Spartans. However, one couple is drawing attention to Albany with their new coffee shop, Threefold Roasters, and are paving the way for other small businesses as well. Mckenzie...

DFA Georgina G456 won grand champion owned cow-calf pair at the 2022 Ohio Junior Angus Associaion Preview Show, June 11 in Zanesville. Brianna Foxx, Hillsboro, owns the December 2019 daughter of Coleman Engage 5255. A January 2022 bull calf sired by 5T Power Chip 4790 is at side. Clint Hall, Hillsboro, evaluated the 29 entries.

ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – Kiser’s Barbeque is in the early stages of construction at its new location on East State Street with hopes of opening in the coming months. The family owned restaurant closed its location in the Athens mall when its lease ended in February 2020 and put off opening a new location because of the pandemic.

There's nothing quite like the beach on a hot summer day. The wind in your hair, the sand between your toes, and the sound of the waves crashing in the distance can ease even the most stressed-out mind.