COSHOCTON – With the release of the Ohio Department of Taxation annual public utility tax values report for Coshocton County, it was reported that AEP Conesville plant has had a substantial depreciation in value. In 2016, the public utility value of the property was $72,701,140. This year, the value has been set at $34,791,960. “I […]
COSHOCTON – Twelve years ago, downtown Coshocton experienced a tragic loss when the Park Hotel burned to the ground. That lot then became a sand-filled space that was blocked off to any trespassers by the city of Coshocton. Today, that space is a far cry from an empty eyesore that it used to be. On […]
COSHOCTON – Dave Dilly is honored to have his name mentioned among others associated with the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame. On Nov. 9 the Fresno resident and Vietnam Veteran will be one of 20 Ohio veterans inducted into the Hall of Fame Class of 2017. The Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame honors those who […]
COSHOCTON – With the release of the Ohio Department of Taxation annual public utility tax values report for Coshocton County, it was reported that AEP Conesville plant has had a substantial depreciation in value. In 2016, the public utility value of the property was $72,701,140. This year, the value has been set at $34,791,960. “I […]
WARSAW – Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel announced on Wednesday, Oct. 18 the launch of the Village of Warsaw’s online checkbook on OhioCheckbook.com. In December 2014, Treasurer Mandel launched OhioCheckbook.com, which sets a new national standard for government transparency and for the first time in Ohio history puts all state spending information on the internet. OhioCheckbook.com recently earned […]
COSHOCTON – Twelve years ago, downtown Coshocton experienced a tragic loss when the Park Hotel burned to the ground. That lot then became a sand-filled space that was blocked off to any trespassers by the city of Coshocton. Today, that space is a far cry from an empty eyesore that it used to be. On […]
COSHOCTON – Dave Dilly is honored to have his name mentioned among others associated with the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame. On Nov. 9 the Fresno resident and Vietnam Veteran will be one of 20 Ohio veterans inducted into the Hall of Fame Class of 2017. The Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame honors those who […]
COSHOCTON – Blayden McCoy may only be a sophomore, but he’s already making plans for his future. McCoy was one of several students who attended a packed Coshocton Kiwanis Club / Coshocton C.A.R.E.S. College Fair Night held Oct. 17 at the Coshocton County Career Center. “I wanted to check out what’s out there and see […]
COSHOCTON – Montana Seitz was excited to help at his first Coshocton County Farm Bureau Ag Day. “I want to teach kids about agriculture,” he said. “If they live in town they don’t always get the opportunity to learn about this.” Fourth grade students from the county were invited to Lake Park on Oct. 19 […]
WARSAW – The talent-laden River View boys’ varsity soccer team continued their dominance during the sectional opener against Carrolton on Tuesday evening, Oct. 17 at River View. Garik Snow, with an assist by Blake Ashcraft, hit the first goal at the 35:19 mark and the RV squad never looked back scoring with ease. With a […]
WEST LAFAYETTE – Ridgewood High School’s varsity volleyball defeated West Muskingum in tournament action by scores of 20-25, 25-22, 25-17, and 25-21. Ridgewood will play Edison on Saturday, Oct. 21 at Ridgewood for Sectional Final. The Generals’ stats were: Abbey Kellish – 7 kills, 15 digs, 9 points, 4 aces and 1 block; Rylee Young […]
WEST LAFAYETTE – The Ridgewood Middle School seventh grade volleyball team claimed the IVC Southern Division Runner-up title in a tournament held Oct. 7 at Buckeye Trail. They started out the day by defeating Indian Valley 25-13, 25-16 and then took down Hiland 27-25, 25-8. They lost to Claymont in an extremely exciting match 25-22, […]
COSHOCTON – Natalie Uhl is pictured helping a group of elementary school students learn cheers at the Coshocton Cheerleaders Bitty Cheer Camp held Oct. 9-12 at Coshocton Elementary School. “It’s so much fun working with the little ones,” said Uhl, a sophomore at Coshocton High School and a member of the cheerleading squad. “I have […]
WEST LAFAYETTE – Ridgewood defeated Newcomerstown at home in varsity volleyball action by scores of 25-13, 25-14, and 25-13. Ridgewood’s JV won by scores of 25-9 and 25-7. Ridgewood’s varsity stats were: Cassie Mladek – 7 kills, 5 blocks, 10 points, and 4 aces; Abbey Kellish – 8 kills, 6 points, and 5 aces; Sydney Zinkon […]
WEST LAFAYETTE – Ridgewood High School’s varsity volleyball team lost to Claymont away by scores of 15-25, 23-25, and 24-26. Ridgewood’s stats were: Cassie Mladek – 9 kills, 5 blocks, and 4 points; Aleeah Cabot – 15 assists, 6 digs, and 3 kills; Sydney Zinkon – 11 assists; Carly Griffith – 11 digs; Alexis Griffith […]
It’s a great time of the year here in Coshocton County! Depending on which survey you look at, fall ranks high in the popularity of seasons. Gallup shows that spring is the favorite time of the year for most Americans – at 36%, with fall held in favor by 27% and summer at 25%. Winter, […]
It’s a wrap. The 166th annual Coshocton County Fair is in the books and all that is left are the memories of another great county fair and a few scraps of paper blowing across the fairgrounds. That might not even be happening due to the diligence of the folks that perform these tasks. I am […]
It’s been a fantastic fair with only a day or so to go – depending on when you read your copy of The Beacon – until the 166th annual Coshocton County Fair is a wrap. The final evening of the fair is always a good one with the junior fair livestock auction. Our youngsters have […]
It’s Fair Time! That wonderful, fabulous time of the year in Coshocton County. Most youngsters that take a livestock or special project or any combination of those have memories of the fair. Regardless of how many years ago that you entered the show arena (for some reason I want to write the word “ring” but […]
Are you fair ready or fairly ready? You might think that’s a trick question – it’s not! Preparing for the Coshocton County Fair is always a lot of work depending on your level of involvement. Have a booth in the large or small commercial building or along the second midway? Lots of work. Working on […]
To pause and reflect on September 11, 2001 is for most Americans I think, something that enters our mind this time of year and particularly that specific day on the calendar. It is Monday, September 11 as I write this column and I am confident that all those that were of the age to remember […]
On Oct. 18, 2017 the Sheriff’s Office investigated 0 accident (s) and 2 complaint (s) Accidents None Reported Complaints 3:53 P.M. A Coshocton woman reported being scammed. 5:56 P.M. Dennis Hosfelt of Coshocton was arrested for violation of a protective order. coshoctoncounty.net/sheriff
On Oct. 17, 2017 the West Lafayette Police Department investigated the following calls: Shannon D. Odum of Akron was arrested on a warrant for theft.
On Oct. 17, 2017 the Sheriff’s Office investigated 0 accident (s) and 1 complaint (s) Accidents None Reported Complaints 6:09 A.M. The Sheriff’s Office received a call of a car that had wrecked inmot the fence near the Medflight Base on Airport Road and a male slumped behind the wheel unresponsive. Upon investigation […]
Millcreek Township The cash basis Annual Financial report of Millcreek Township for the year ended December 31, 2015 has been completed and is available for public viewing/inspection by calling the Fiscal Officer at 740-622-0003. Michael Daugherty, Fiscal Officer Millcreek Township CCB: Oct 18’17
On Oct. 16, 2017 the West Lafayette Police Department investigated the following calls: Officer received a report of a disabled vehicle in the 300 block of South Kirk Street. A resident in the 400 block of East Main Street reported damage to a vehicle. A resident in the 100 block of […]
On Oct. 16, 2017 the Sheriff’s Office investigated 0 accident (s) and 4complaint (s) Accidents None Reported Complaints 10:34 A.M. A Muskingum County resident reported damage to their vehicle by road debris on State Route 16 near County Road 6. 10:53 A.M. Larry Long of Coshocton reported damage to his vehicle […]
COSHOCTON – Allen L. Farley, 82 years old, passed away October 17, 2017, to be with his Lord, peacefully, at his home, in the company of his loving family as per his wishes. He was the son of Ralph & Mary (Lanning) Farley of Murray City, Ohio who preceded him in death. Allen was a […]
TOLEDO – Sarah M. Lahna, 66, of Toledo, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 5, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio Toledo. She was born Aug. 31, 1951, in Coshocton, to the late Robert and Eileen (Roahrig) Lahna. She graduated from Newcomerstown High School in 1969. Sarah was employed with the Monastery of the Visitation for more […]
COSHOCTON – Judith “Judy” Lindell, 76, of Coshocton passed away Monday, October 9, 2017 at Coshocton Springs Health and Rehabilitation. She was born in Coshocton on June 15, 1941 to the late Harold and Katheran (Maranda) Smith. She was involved with the Salvation Army and was a member of the Coshocton Eagles. She enjoyed sewing, […]
DRESDEN – Ruth Elaine Fender, 90, died Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017 at her residence. She was born Nov. 20, 1926 in Cambridge to the late John Darrell and Margaret Elizabeth (Woods) Groves. She was a 1944 graduate of Warsaw High School. She married Paul R. “Mike” Fender on Nov. 28, 1947, who preceded her in death […]
COSHOCTON – Roger Gray Sr., 71, of Coshocton passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at Signature Healthcare in Coshocton. He was born in Newcomerstown to the late Ralph and Lillian (Porcher) Gray. He worked as a laborer for various places throughout his life including Johnson Manufacturing and Minor Reclamation. He also enjoyed spending time with […]
COSHOCTON – Lois J. Wood, 89, of Coshocton passed at Coshocton Springs Care Center on Thursday, Oct. 12, 2017. Lois was born in Beallsville, Ohio on July 8, 1928 to the late Lester and Nellie (Jones) Fraley. She worked at Pretty Products and Landmark in Coshocton. Lois was active in Conesville Ladies Auxiliary and was […]
This week’s e-edition of The Coshocton County Beacon is now online. Want to get free mail delivery of the print edition of The Beacon? Request it here!
This week’s e-edition of The Coshocton County Beacon is now online. Want to get free mail delivery of the print edition of The Beacon? Request it here!
This week’s e-edition of The Coshocton County Beacon is now online. Want to get free mail delivery of the print edition of The Beacon? Request it here!
This week’s e-edition of The Coshocton County Beacon is now online. Want to get free mail delivery of the print edition of The Beacon? Request it here!
This week’s e-edition of The Coshocton County Beacon is now online. Want to get free mail delivery of the print edition of The Beacon? Request it here!
This week’s e-edition of The Coshocton County Beacon is now online. Want to get free mail delivery of the print edition of The Beacon? Request it here!
COSHOCTON – There is no place like Coshocton County in the fall. With the leaves changing and the cooler temperatures coming in, Coshocton is the perfect place to spend an autumn afternoon. This weekend is filled with fun activities to do in Coshocton County and surrounding areas. A tradition that many people in Coshocton County […]
COSHOCTON – Coshocton City Safety Service Director Max Crown announced that Denman Avenue will be closed Thursday, Oct. 19 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. from Cambridge Road down to the railroad tracks for paving. He also shared that Sleepy Hollow Drive should be finished up by early Thursday morning, and they will hopefully be […]
COSHOCTON – Nic Carey, consolidated mobility manager of Coshocton County Coordinated Transportation Agency, met with the Coshocton County Commissioners on Wednesday, Oct. 18, to discuss the possibility of closing the CCCTA office for two days to train new employees. These two days will not affect transportation, but calls regarding requests will not be taken during […]
WOOSTER – E&H Family Group, parent company of Buehler’s, announced on Oct. 18 the sale of its 13 supermarkets, including the one in Coshocton, to employees in the form of an employee stock ownership program (ESOP). All 2,100 employees will be retained in the transition and eligible employees will become owners. All 13 supermarkets will […]
WARSAW – Due to the low number of entries received, it is with regret that the River View Park Board in Warsaw announced the cancellation of Parktoberfest. There is no enough interest to justify holding the event.
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Are you looking for something fun to do today and tomorrow? Stop and see our friends at The Grainery at Scheetz Drive-Thru and Feed Store on SR 36 during their Fall Fest! Lots of good stuff is happening and you can grab a hot dog today from 5-7 pm and get free ice cream tomorrow from 1 and 4 pm all while supplies last! That’s Oct. 13 and 14!
These young ladies will demonstrate their new cheerleading skills at tonight's CHS football game. www.coshoctonbeacontoday.com/chs-spirit/
The Coshocton County Beacon shared NewPointe Community Church's post.
We’re shutting down Main Street and there will be fun for the whole family! Register your trunk at newpointe.org/trunkortreatcoshocton! We hope you’ll join us for some festive fall fun!
