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Dover allows no points against New Concord John Glenn
Defense dominated as Dover pitched a 7-0 shutout of New Concord John Glenn on May 16 in Ohio softball. In recent action on May 6, New Concord John Glenn faced off against Dresden Tri-Valley. Check out our complete girls softball roundup to stay up-to-date on all the action. We want...
Locally, Maysville has the most extensive policy regarding cellphone usage in schools
ZANESVILLE − In March, Gov. Mike DeWine and Lt. Gov. Jon Husted met with school leaders during a roundtable to discuss research showing cellphone use is negatively affecting students' mental health, academic performance and social well-being. DeWine urged educators across the state to consider banning — or at least...
New Lex School Board to hold special public meeting
The New Lexington Board of Education will conduct a special public meeting on Saturday, May 18 at 9:30 a.m. in the New Lexington Board of Education Central Office, 2549 Panther Drive, New Lexington. The purpose of the meeting will be for the board to take action on approval of high school graduates.
Rare European sheep breeds becoming more common in U.S.; Gotlund sheep in Muskingum County
George Washington's Mount Vernon Livestock Program at the Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival had a rare breeds display this month that included some Hog Island Sheep. Hog Island sheep are descended from sheep first brought to Virginia's Hog Island in the 18th century. The isolation and natural selection shaped the sheep population into a distinct breed. The lady at the Mount Vernon display couldn't say for sure if this was a breed of sheep that George Washington had at his farm, but we do know he had sheep because he kept meticulous farm records. He was a statesman, military leader and president, but he was a farmer at heart.
Working toward working for a living
NEW LEXINGTON —On back-to-back days at New Lexington High School, two events were held with the designated purpose of helping students to enter the workforce following graduation. The Transition Fair, held Thursda, April 25, was open to all high school students in Perry County who have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). The Career and Job Fair took place the next day on April 26. The Friday event was for all New Lexington students in grades 9 through 12. Penny Murray is New Lexington’s transition to...
Mount Aloysius breaks ground on major improvement project
NEW LEXINGTON — On Friday afternoon, May 10, the sun was shining brightly over New Lexington, but nowhere was it brighter than at Mount Aloysius. At 2:35 p.m. the new CEO at Mount Aloysius, Tonya Leon, announced that the official groundbreaking for $1.2 million in improvements to the facility’s administrative building would be taking place in a few short minutes. Those present for the ceremony included Mount Aloysius staff and residents, board members for the facility, family members, longtime supporters, Northrose General Contracting (NRGC) personnel,...
Thursday Roundup: Crooksville, West M baseball fall late in tourney action
WHEELERSBURG — Crooksville baseball had top seed Wheelersburg sweating on Thursday. The 25th-seeded Ceramics led by two going to the bottom of the fifth inning, but the Pirates scored single tallies in the final three innings to escape with a 3-2 win in the Division III sectional final. Wheelersburg...
West Muskingum senior Jon Kelty is headed to CCAD in Columbus after arduous journey
Editor's Note: The Times Recorder is profiling seniors from area high schools in Muskingum County coinciding with graduations. They were nominated by school administrators. Jon Kelty, 18, was headed down the wrong path.“I used to get bad grades and not have the right mindset to be in school,” said Kelty, who will graduate from West Muskingum High School on May 24. “I thought it was a waste of my time. Panic attacks were pushing me back. I didn’t think I had any specialties,” he said.Kelty lived in foster care until he was adopted by Daniel and Rowan Kelty when he was 4. During middle school in a different district, he said was endlessly bullied because of it.“The kids would tease me that I was adopted by two gay dads,” said Kelty. “I took (offense) to that because I didn’t see anything wrong with it.”
Zanesville woman gets probation after drugs were found in a car during a traffic stop
COSHOCTON − A Zanesville woman was sentenced Wednesday in Coshocton County Common Pleas Court for being in a vehicle that contained drugs during a traffic stop. Brandi M. Keiffer, 37, was indicted in January with one count of aggravated possession of drugs, a second-degree felony, related to methamphetamine from an incident on...
Aces of Trades: Jordin Harmer finds her job at visitors bureau to be a fun challenge
ZANESVILLE – She was on a different path until she found a fun challenge. “I’d say I was a pretty outgoing kid but serious about my goals,” recalled Jordin Harmer. “My grandparents used to joke that I’ve always been a little adult. I loved school and put in as much effort as possible. I wasn’t overly concerned with career goals until high school began. Then I discovered my love for biology and all things nutrition related. I thought for sure I would have a career as a registered dietician. And even if that didn’t work out, I knew it would be in healthcare. Healthcare seemed like such a sensible choice at the time. Never in my wildest dreams did I see myself promoting Zanesville/Muskingum County.”
Lint's pitching gem propels Dover past John Glenn and first district title since 2015
GNADENHUTTEN — Kara Lint never let John Glenn feel comfortable on Thursday. The sophomore pitcher struck out 20 and allowed only three singles, while the Crimson Tornadoes took advantage of several Muskie errors during a 7-0 win in the Division II district championship game at Indian Valley. Dover advances to the regional semifinal against...
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