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A wet end to 2024 assures that the drought is over in Licking County and most of Ohio
Deep snow that blanketed central Ohio on Monday was icing on the sweet news that the drought is virtually over for Licking County and much of Ohio. The drought of […]
Licking County Transit announces plans for a bus connection to Buckeye Lake, Hebron
Executive Director Matt Allison expects Hebron-Buckeye Lake line to be operational in July 2025
After a long battle, the Octagon Mound in Newark opens to the public
Some arrived walking with canes. Others were so young that they came in strollers. Most were bundled up against falling temperatures and a brisk wind spitting snowflakes. Some wept openly, […]
Explore Licking County staff eagerly promotes tourism related to earthworks and its own new office in the Sullivan Building
Ohio’s tourism slogan is “The Heart of It All.” The state that is a day’s drive from about 60% of the U.S. population is 44,825 square miles of historical sites, […]
Local News
Licking County residents opt to protect more green space through easements, donations
Joan Krone is among the latest residents to protect her land with the Licking Land Trust
Looking for cash for post-secondary education? Here are 100 scholarships for Licking County residents
Here’s a fun activity for a snow day – or any day you’re looking for extra cash to help with college or professional school expenses: Fill out a form for […]
After more than 3 decades of family traditions, two Granville Christmas tree farms end sales
Many of the families who cut their own Christmas trees this year at Homestead Farm and M&M Tree Farm near Granville carry years of memories about their annual outings. This […]
Anticipating significant growth, Granville Schools will host Jan. 15 meeting to discuss enrollment, staffing, buildings
With the prospect of a developer building upward of 600 houses in the southernmost portion of the school district, Granville Exempted Village School District officials have been working on plans […]
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Arts and Culture
Teachers, engineers and retirees by day, Heisey Wind Ensemble musicians by night
The group will kick off its 40th year with a Christmas concert on Dec. 14 at Newark High School.
This is Ohio: Resolved
This is a story about youth, about spirit, community, about finding light in the darkness, about music. It’s the perfect Christmas story.
60+ things to do in Licking County this holiday season
Santa sightings, tree lightings, craft markets, winter wonderland walks and more.
Weathervane Playhouse unveils children’s theater renovations
Donors contributed $75,000 towards new seating, tech and curtains for the rapidly growing children’s theater program.
Sports and Recreation
Denison’s new Bioreserve manager tackling invasive plants across 350 acres
Josh Cherubini spends his days in the sprawling woods, surveying the trails and maintaining the grounds.
Infirmary Mound Park celebrates new accessible play zones in Licking County
Building the Nature Playscape in Infirmary Mound Park was a “labor of love” over four years.
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.
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
2024 Election Results
Licking County election results virtually unchanged after absentee and provisional ballots counted
Before certifying the Nov. 5 general election results, the Licking County Board of Elections voted unanimously Monday to reject 654 ballots that did not meet requirements – about 200 more […]
Incumbent Duane Flowers wins reelection for Licking County Commissioner
Incumbent Duane Flowers will hold on to his seat as a Licking County Commissioner for a fourth term, defeating Granville Township Trustee Bryn Bird in the Nov. 5 election, according […]
Republican Tim Bubb retains county commissioner seat
Republican incumbent Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb will hold onto his seat another four years, based on preliminary election results from the Licking County Board of Elections. Results reported from […]
David Branstool retains Licking County Common Pleas Court judgeship after contested election
Judge David Branstool will hold onto his Licking County Common Pleas Court judgeship after a contentious challenge by Matt Kunsman, a magistrate in the Licking County Common Pleas Court, according […]
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