Coshocton Regional Medical Center will be implementing the following updated visitation policy to ensure the safety and well-being of patients, staff and the community. Emergency room patients that are not experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 will now be allowed one visitor to accompany them during their visit. One designated visitor per patient will be allowed for […]
Looking for employment can be, and often is, a full-time job in and of itself. It can be draining and stressful and exciting all at the same time. It can also be disheartening and frustrating too. Job seekers quite often feel like there are no jobs out there or like there are no jobs that […]
The COVID-19 Vaccine Call Center will be accepting calls beginning Wednesday, Feb. 24 at 10 a.m. for a first dose clinic to be held on Friday, Feb. 26. To schedule call 740-622-2611 when the call center is open. There are spots still open. This is the only number to call to schedule appointments. Those who […]
Carlye Shaw grew up in Coshocton, where she attended Washington Elementary and Coshocton High School. Her parents have spent the majority of their lives in Coshocton as well: her mother a retired pharmacist and her father a retired educator. In high school Shaw played volleyball and softball and enjoyed Show Choir and the Art Club. Following […]
Bruce Shrimplin, from Shrimplin’s Barber Shop, located at 543 Main St. would like to announce that he is open again for business. Shrimplin had to temporarily close his business due to some health issues. He is back part time for now, with hopes of resuming regular hours soon. Shrimplin’s Barber shop is open from 8 […]
On Feb. 21, 2021 the Coshocton County Sheriff’s Office received a phone call in reference to a possible accident with injury in the 41000 block of County Road 296 in Virginia Township. Dispatch was advised that a single vehicle was in a ditch just off the roadway. Upon arrival on scene, it was determined that […]
Fourteen River View High School swimmers competed in their district championship meet on Feb. 18, 2021 at Bowling Green State University. The top two in each event earned automatic state championship berths, and the top eight places were awarded medals. The Black Bears had 14 medalists overall, including the boys’ 200 free relay team which […]
River View Senior Allie Murray qualified for the OHSAA State Tournament Finals. She battled her way through a tough district tournament to be the number two qualifier with a 595 series on a tough district oil pattern. Murray will bowl Friday, Feb 26, at Wayne Webb Bowl in Columbus for a shot at the state […]
The River View Black Bears competed in the East/Southeast Sectional Tournament swim meet along with 20 other schools on Feb. 13, 2021 at Steubenville High School. The boys’ varsity team placed second overall, and the girls placed eighth. In the boys results, the team of Reas Pepper, Brayden Karr, Zachariah Phillips, and JT Roberts won […]
It’s a snowy Monday, President’s Day, Feb. 15 as I write this column. And more snow is predicted throughout this week and combined with frigid temperatures it seems like a winter of old. Ah the memories! Walking to school in those four-foot snowdrifts, bundled up like a roly poly teddy bear. And the mention of […]
That’s my opinion and I’m sticking with that like the Chiefs defense stuck with the Bucs’ receiving corp. A little too much apparently, for the referees. I thought that the referees controlled more of the outcome of the game than they should have. Let ‘em play! At least be consistent as teams navigate their way […]
Spring is less than two months away – in fact, if we use the date of this issue of The Beacon, Feb. 4, as the date to count “from” – we have a mere 46 days until spring. I am confident when I say this that all of us are ready and waiting for a […]
On February 18th, the Sheriff’s Office investigated 3 Accidents and 5 Complaints. Accidents: Gage Thomas of Zanesville was Eastbound on County Road 429, when he went through the intersection of State Route 83, lost control of his vehicle and struck an embankment. Brittani Mellor of Coshocton was traveling Eastbound on US. Route 36, just west […]
On February 17th, the Sheriff’s Office investigated 1 Accident and 10 Complaints. Accidents: Cheavis Webb of Coshocton reported someone struck his vehicle in the 200 Block of South 15th Street. Complaints: Sarah Cledenen of Coshocton reported a domestic. Joshua Cledenen was subsequently arrested and charged with Domestic Violence. Jody Conley of Coshocton reported fraud. Child […]
On February 16th, the Sheriff’s Office investigated 2 Accidents and 5 Complaints. Accidents: Jessica Stotts of Coshocton hit a vehicle driven by Gerald Colbert of Coshocton, in the Chase Bank parking lot. Jeff Shrimplin of Conesville was driving on Franklin Avenue when he slid into a ditch. Complaints: Coshocton Fire Department reported damage to a […]
The Muskingum Valley Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) has decided to cancel the 2021 banquet due to the COVID-19 pandemic, citing concerns for the health and safety of supporters. A spokesperson for the organization said, “We hope to be back stronger than ever for the 2022 banquet.” The banquet is typically held […]
The Community Service Distribution Committee of Coshocton Junior Woman’s Club will meet in March to plan for the distribution of funds raised this year. Any request for consideration should be sent to Junior Woman’s Club, PO Box 1011. Coshocton, Ohio, 43812, c/o Susan Turner, distribution committee. Please Include an amount and the reason for the request. Have your […]
Coshocton County Youth Leadership, a Leadership Coshocton County and Coshocton Foundation program, is now accepting applications for the 2021-22 program year. Coshocton County Youth Leadership develops leadership skills in participants, increasing self-confidence, and presents an opportunity to interact with community leaders and youth from area high schools. Through this experience CCYL participants gain a keen […]
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!
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John R Guinther, 74, of Coshocton, Ohio passed away at home Feb. 22, 2021 surrounded by his loved ones from a prolonged battle with dementia. John was born Jan. 11, 1947 to the late Robert Guinther and Helen (Barcus) Guinther, who proceeded him in death. He married his wife of 53 years Sandi K Guinther […]
Yvonne Dixon, age 81, of West Lafayette, passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2021. She was born in Big Sandy, West Virginia on August 26, 1939, to the late Carrie (Simpson) Dixon. Per Yvonne’s wishes, a cremation will take place with burial at a later date. Given-Dawson-Paisley Funeral Home is serving the family. An online […]
Florence M. “Tootie” Brandel, 92, of Coshocton passed away on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021 at Windsorwood Place in Coshocton with her family by her side. Florence was born in Cambridge, Ohio on Dec. 13, 1928 to the late William C. and Lily A. (Lake) Longsworth. She graduated from Cambridge High School and retired from Coshocton […]
Harold C. Gunn, 92, of Coshocton and formerly of Cambridge, entered the arms of his Lord and savior while kneeling in prayer at his bedside in Lafayette Pointe. He had fought a courageous battle with COVID and won, but the Lord called him home as his journey on earth had ended. He was born May […]
Lynn Ray Reiss, 76, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021 at her residence. She was born July 15, 1944 in Coshocton to the late Edward and Evelyn (Shipley) Foster. She worked for many years at Job & Family Services before her retirement. Lynn loved her children and grandchildren with her whole heart. She was very […]
Marilyn Ruth Knicely, 85, died Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at Southeastern Ohio Medical Center in Cambridge. She was born May 25, 1935 in Fredericktown to the late George and Sarah (Bassenett) McConagha. Marilyn was a retired school teacher, a member of the Gospel Hill Ministry, and enjoyed sewing and spending time with family. She is […]