Local News Briefs: $5.46M FEMA grant will fund Muskingum Avenue stabilization
Zanesville gets $5.46M FEMA funding
ZANESVILLE − The City of Zanesville has received $5.46 million from the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program of the Federal Emergency Management Agency for stabilization of Muskingum Avenue.
The critical roadway is currently closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic due to rockfalls and land slippage, which have caused hazardous conditions. The stabilization and reopening of the road will not only reduce traffic congestion in the area but also decrease response times for first responders. The City of Zanesville will providing the remaining 10% of the project cost, or $606,862.
Bridge replaced on Bagley Road
ZANESVILLE − The Muskingum County Engineer's Office has announced that Bagley Road will be closed for 21 days starting July 31 from Slack Road to Ridgley Road for a bridge replacement.
Housing committee meeting canceled
ZANESVILLE − The housing committee of Zanesville City Council has canceled its meeting for Aug. 7.
Cram the Cruiser at Walmart
ZANESVILLE − The Ohio State Highway Patrol Zanesville Post will partner with Walmart for a Cram the Cruiser event to benefit Christ's Table from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, at the South Zanesville Walmart, 2850 Maysville Pike. Troopers will be collecting non-perishable food items, cleaning supplies, paper products and personal care items.
Muskingum County gets rail funding
COLUMBUS − The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio recently approved $3 million in safety upgrades at rail crossings in three counties. This included $251,888 to install flashing lights and gates at the crossing on Moose Eye Road in Muskingum County by July 26, 2024.
Alzheimer's program at senior center
ZANESVILLE − The Central Ohio Chapter of the Alzheimer's Office will host a community program, 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's, from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, at the Muskingum County Center for Seniors, 160 N. Fourth St.
Participants will learn how to recognize common signs of the disease, how to approach someone about memory concerns, the importance of early detection and benefits of a diagnosis. Pre-register by calling 800-272-3900 or go to alz.org for more information.
Muskingum University gains accreditation
NEW CONCORD − Muskingum University has been awarded a five-year accreditation for its educator preparation programs via the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation.
The commission evaluated evidence and documentation regarding the program’s capacity for and commitment to quality with regard to each of the AAQEP standards and determined that all four standards are met for initial accreditation.
The program recruits, prepares and supports candidates, including many first-generation college students, to work effectively as professional educators who can adapt to different contexts and continue to grow professionally. Muskingum University engages with stakeholders and partners to strengthen the P-20 education system with a focus on the local communities it serves.
Conn's highlighted at Walmart
ZANESVILLE − Walmart has started a new initiative spotlighting more than 35 regional chip brands across the country to increase visibility at local stores. The goal is to strengthen communities and support local and regional brands. Chosen brands will be given prominent placement and visibility in snack aisles.
This includes Conn's Potato Chips at both of the Zanesville Walmarts and the store in Ashland.
Summer showcase planned in New Lex
NEW LEXINGTON − A summer showcase will be at 2 p.m. Aug. 6, at the Perry County Calvary Arts Center, 447 S. Main St., New Lexington.
There will be a silent auction and demonstrations of art workshops held this summer focused on acrylic painting, musical drumming, recyclable art, dance, musical theater, ukulele playing and silversmithing.
Bubenchik graduates MC
MARIETTA − Lexi Bubenchik of Norwich recently graduated Marietta College with a master's degree as a physician's assistant. Parker Dinan of Nashport has joined the physician assistant studies program.
Locals achieve at OUZ
ZANESVILLE − Named to the spring semester dean's list at Ohio University of Zanesville were Abigail Murphy of Blue Rock; Stone Hambel and Hope Wilkins of Chandlersville; Amanda Druckenbrodt of Dresden; Jobin Harney, Rylee Lecraft and Madelyn Schaffer of Frazeysburg; Ryin Browning and Tyler Hutchinson of Hopwell; Dorothy King of Junction City; Kya Balderson of Malta; Izzy Fesler, Emma Hopkins, Sydnee Krigbaum and Sara Martin of McConnelsville; Caitlin Smallwood of Mount Perry; Kendall Baughman, Claire Creeks, Laken Griffith, Laney Griffith, Emilee Kemp, Grace Moore, Montana Stoneburner and Reagan Whittaker of Nashport; Jenna Babcock and Corinne Neptune of New Concord; Natalie Dunn and Halee Mitchell of New Lexington; Madison Hartman and Tiffany Stoneburner of Philo; Costa Coconis and Brooklyn Frame of Somerset; Tyler Ray of Stockport; and Heba Al Zuraiqi, Lauren Beck, Mason Berry, Daphne Burton, Cody Chrysler, Sarah Clapper, Brooke Colling, Savannah Collins, Alexandra Combs, Madison Cosgrave, Rachael Cox, Destiny Daugherty, Cole Ford, Allie Hankinson, McKenzie Harmon, Jett Hill, Lauren Johnson, Kaitlyn Mix, Latosha Moody, Emily Pettet, Kelsie Robillard, Ashley Satterfield, Zoey Shearer, Karli Sidwell, Brooklyn Tabler, Averee Vaughn and Rylee Willett of Zanesville.
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