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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.
Johnstown, Alexandria and Granville formalize utility coalition in effort to manage growth and maintain rural character
Johnstown, Alexandria and Granville have taken more steps toward solidifying a relationship their leaders say is necessary to preserve their rural, small-town character in the face of a fast-moving wave […]
United Way of Licking County commits $1 million to local organizations tackling community issues
Nearly 40 organizations and programs tackling issues like homelessness, mental healthcare, food insecurity, transportation and childcare in Licking County will benefit from those grant funds.
Photo gallery: Granville Trick-or-Treat
Granville’s annual trick-or-treat celebration draws thousands of visitors to the village’s streets, with most attendees congregating around Granger and Pearl Streets. Daniela Gomez Vargas writes for TheReportingProject.org, the nonprofit news organization […]
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United Way of Licking County commits $1 million to local organizations tackling community issues
Nearly 40 organizations and programs tackling issues like homelessness, mental healthcare, food insecurity, transportation and childcare in Licking County will benefit from those grant funds.
Election Day 2024: On the ground with Licking County voters
Throughout the day, journalists from The Reporting Project will be on the ground at Licking County’s 27 polling locations, meeting with voters and discussing election results with candidates. We’ll share those results as soon as we have them.
Granville residents express concerns about outdoor pool option for Munson Springs property, support grows for a nature preserve option
A steering committee presented recommendations, four of which have been discussed as viable options for the 57 acres of farmland and woods on the east side of Granville
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.
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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 […]
Fall Festival brings Halloween celebrations to OneLove Cafe and Sister Salvage & Soles
The festival, held on Sunday, Oct. 27, brought community members together for group bike rides, a costume contest, live music and games.
Strings of Peace: Harpist Olivia Claggett uses her music to inspire growth
After 17 years, Claggett considers herself one with the harp.
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 and Recreation
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.
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.
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.
2024 Election Results
Licking County election results summary
Early results put Branstool in lead in Court of Common Pleas; Jersey Township revitalization issue passes
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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