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Johnstown residents concerned about flooding after new water treatment plant proposal doubles output
Currently, the Johnstown Water Treatment Plant discharges about 1.2 million gallons of water per day into Racoon Creek.
Thrill-seekers on two wheels transform Horns Hill Park into a renowned mountain-biking destination
People bustled around carrying bikes, books and tools. Walking along the pavement felt almost like being on a city street. Except that most people were covered in dirt and mud; some were bleeding; and all of them were smiling from ear to ear.
The Song Keeper
The Great Circle is an ancient ceremonial space. Song Keeper Travis Mammedaty enters that space to offer his memorial song.
Newark City Council approves ordinance targeting homeless people in 7-1 vote for ‘camping ban’
“It’s going to be an embarrassment to the city council. Mayor, it’s going to be an embarrassment to you, because you’re the leader,” said John LaBelle, president of St. Vincent de Paul Society at St. Leonard’s Church in Heath. “This is cruel. It’s not healthy for the community. It’s not healthy for the city.”
Local News
First annual Licking County Alzheimer’s Walk brings out community members rain or shine
Nearly 100 participants gathered under the pavilion at Rotary Park on Oct. 25 at 9 a.m.
Construction on Denison employee housing project underway in Granville; 29 apartment units set to open summer 2025
The project received final approval from the Granville village council and county commissioner in early January for the construction of up to 69 units on the 30-acre site.
Ohio SNAP benefits have changed. What does that mean for Licking County residents?
A change in SNAP benefits means more people now qualify for grocery benefits — meaning fewer Licking County residents will go to bed, to work or to school hungry.
Boys & Girls Club of Newark, Ohio celebrates five years of community impact
At a thank-you event, the Louella Hodges Reese Boys & Girls Club of Newark expresses gratitude to their donors for assisting in the success and impact the club has had on its young members.
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Elections
Jersey Township officials look to reduce tax burden on residents with smaller levy
If the levy renewal passes, residents of the township would pay $28 annually for every $100,000 in property valuation.
Meet the candidate: Gen Z candidate Nick Hubbell to push for housing, higher minimum wage in Ohio Senate District 20 race
If he wins, Hubbell will be the first Democrat to hold the position in nearly 50 years.
Meet the candidate: Incumbent Tim Schaffer wants to work alongside Licking County’s tech giants in second term in Ohio Senate District 20
Schaffer first entered public office in 2001, when he was elected to the Ohio House of Representatives.
Voting in Licking County? Here are the hot races and details about what to expect on Election Day
By ROBERT YOON Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are in a tight race for the White House, but in Ohio, it’s […]
Arts and Culture
Courtroom restoration reveals museum-quality artwork and a few well-kept secrets
The seat of justice might not be a place you’d expect to find hidden secrets. But that’s exactly where an art restoration team revealed undisclosed facts – evidence in answering […]
Strings of Peace: Harpist Olivia Claggett uses her music to inspire growth
After 17 years, Claggett considers herself one with the harp.
Photo gallery: The People’s Lighting of Licking County Courthouse during Newark Pride
On Friday, Oct. 4, dozens of community members gathered on the steps of the Licking County Courthouse to celebrate the beginning of Newark’s Pride festival. The event, called the People’s […]
Listen: Land of Legend Barbershop Chorus keeps historic musical organization alive in Licking County
For 75 years, the Land of Legend Barbershop Chorus has been performing in Licking County. The group meets every Monday night at 7 p.m. in Trinity Episcopal Church in Newark, and welcomes men of all ages and skill levels to sing with them.
Sports
Meet the Granville resident carrying on a buckeye tradition
Doug Malone’s father began handing out buckeyes to OSU footballers and their coaches before home games in 2005. Doug is carrying on the torch after his father’s death
TRP Docs: Rust and Rubber
While attending HOT ROD Drag Week at the National Trail Raceway in Hebron throughout September, The Reporting Project journalists Andrew Theophilus and Owen Baker followed the racing team “Running Rust,” a crew of three men from the Toledo, Ohio area.
Granville teen earns silver in international crossfit games
Watch 17-year-old Granville resident Elsie Larson prepare to compete in a CrossFit competition weeks after winning silver in the international CrossFit Games.
Diverse bicycling group brings people together, builds community and helps riders train for their cancer-fighting Pelotonia weekend
With ages ranging from 13 to over 80 and a diverse racial makeup, everyone is welcome at Wheels of Color.