Jean C. Raber, 84, of Coshocton passed away at her home surrounded by family on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. She was born in Coshocton on August 16, 1939 to the late Vincent Francis and Laura (Hiser) Lauvray. After graduating from Sacred Heart High School, Jean worked at the County Home before marrying her husband, Noah […]
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Mark’s Musings – Oct. 31, 2018
In my mind, the election could not get here soon enough. In my opinion we have enough negativity in the world and anything added on top is just a bit – well, over the top right now. Television ads and the almost daily bombardment of mailers that provide a touch of truth tinged with drama […]
Fellowship of Christian Athletes holds unite event
COSHOCTON – More than 70 students, grades seventh through 12, gathered at the Coshocton Christian Tabernacle for a Fellowship of Christian Athletes Unite Event on Sunday, Oct. 28. Deb Strasser said the FCA group plans three to four unite events each year and that the county schools are excited for the events. “The number of […]
Special Olympic Bowlers bring home medals
COSHOCTON – Sixteen bowlers represented Coshocton County at the Special Olympic State Tournament in Columbus on Oct. 20. Each athlete participates in bowling on Sunday evenings in Coshocton with coaches Lillie and Rick Corder. Anyone with a developmental disability is welcome to join the team, beginning at age 8. People who use a wheelchair are […]
Deputies respond to fight at McElwee Park
NEWCASTLE – On Oct. 23, at approximately 6:12 p.m. the sheriff’s office received a 911 call in reference to a male and a female fighting at McElwee Park in Newcastle. The female 911 caller advised that she was fighting with her suicidal boyfriend and was attempting to get a gun away from him. Before deputies […]
Mark’s Musings – October 24, 2018
The third weekend of October is typically one of my favorites to be a resident of Coshocton County. The cool, crisp evenings and anything less than a ninety degree day makes it a favorite for me. It seems that we have – at least so far – simply bypassed the 70 degree days of autumn […]
Trick or Treat times announced
Clary Gardens Clary Gardens will have a Trail and Treat Night on Tuesday, Oct. 30 from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Conesville The Village of Conesville will have Trick or Treat on Wednesday, Oct. 31 from 5 – 6:30 p.m. Coshocton The City of Coshocton will have Trick or Treat on Wednesday, Oct. 31 from 5 […]
Community members voice strong opinions at Ohio EPA public hearing
COSHOCTON – The Ohio EPA gave a brief presentation Thursday evening, Oct. 18 in McKinley Auditorium at Coshocton High School about the proposed conversion of Class II injection wells at the Buckeye Brine location to Class I injection wells. However, the community came out in opposition to this proposal and let their voices be heard. […]
Ridgewood General Store holds grand opening
WEST LAFAYETTE – Smiling, friendly employees greeted customers as Ridgewood General Store held its grand opening on Monday, Oct. 15. “It’s been busy all morning,” said store manager, Robbin Sees. “We’ll be open 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday. We are closed on Sunday, now, but plan to be open on Sundays down […]