Government
2022, new to you! The year included introductions to new people, being exposed to new places, the formation of new partnerships, and it was the year of being open to new ideas. Greetings President Hilgenberg and council members. Welcome elected officials, coworkers, and my fellow citizens. Tonight, may we share and celebrate the many things […]
The Coshocton County Board of Elections will be combining the Coshocton Village Inn and Suites and Emmanuel Lutheran Church polling locations into Kids America located at 1600 Otsego Ave. in Coshocton. This will save more than $500 an election in rental fees, and by combining polling locations, it will decrease the need for as many […]
Janette Donaker, Coshocton County Treasurer, announced the first half 2022 real estate taxes, and the 2023 manufactured home taxes are being mailed this week, and are due March 10, 2023. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The treasurer’s office drive-thru will stay open until 5 p.m. on Friday, […]
The Coshocton County Sheriff’s Office was recognized for excellence in policy management and training in 2022 by Lexipol, the nation’s leading provider of policy, training and wellness support for first responders and public servants. The Lexipol Connect program tracks Coshocton County Sheriff’s Office performance on five metrics proven to measure success in policy management. The […]
While 2022 was met with many challenges brought by supply chain issues and inflation driven higher cost, it also brought much success to the village as is detailed below. Fiscal Officer Amy Bourne put forth great efforts in accomplishing her tasks and her efforts are greatly appreciated. During 2022, she implemented direct deposit for all […]
Tyler Maple has announced his candidacy for the office of mayor of the Village of West Lafayette. “I am excited to announce that I am running for mayor here in the Village of West Lafayette,” he said. “Many people locally have encouraged me to run as they feel the village needs new leadership. I agree. […]
The Coshocton County Commissioners have been working on several projects to benefit the county. Updates include new buildings, renovating other buildings and adding broadband to as much of the county as possible. Mary Beck, county administrator and project manager, said that in the 33 years she has worked for the county, this is the most […]
“Mow your grass. Mow your grass. Mow your grass. You had to mow it last year and this year you still have to mow your grass,” said Mayor Mark Mills during the May 23 committee meetings. Mills expressed that he and the city are aware of the cemetery at South Lawn having water lines that […]
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Charles Leo Grandstaff, 77, died Monday, May 29, 2023 at his residence. He was born March 14, 1946 in McConnelsville to the late Birtram Irl and Myrtle (Gheen) Grandstaff. Charles enjoyed scrap metal hunting, listening to music, watching Western movies, and tormenting Leah’s dog. He is survived by his companion of many years, Leah Dobbins […]
Margaret Ann “Peggy” Hamilton, 91, of Barrington, Illinois, formerly of Coshocton passed away at The Garlands of Barrington on Sunday, December 4, 2022. Peggy was born in Fresno, Ohio on August 22, 1931, to the late Russell H. and Grace C. (Thomas) Wyler. She was a lifelong resident of Coshocton County until she moved to […]
Rita K. Graham, 72, of Coshocton passed away at Genesis Coshocton Medical Center on Monday May 22, 2023. Rita was born in Coshocton on April 26, 1951, to the late Robert D. and Lois (Hayes) Patterson. She graduated from Newcomerstown High School and retired from East Elementary in Newcomerstown as a custodian, she loved spending […]
Franklin D. Chaney, age 82, of Coshocton, passed away on Monday, May 22, 2023. He was born on February 9, 1941, to the late William and Louise (Brown) Chaney. Frank was a veteran of the National Guard and worked as a laborer and mason most of his life. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with […]
Merlyn Joyce Stevens, 79, of Malta went home to be with the Lord on May 20th, 2023 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Merlyn was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado on Oct. 10th, 1943. Merlyn is preceded in death by her father and mother Cameron and Esther Fero, 1 sister, 7 brothers, and […]
Stephen Randall Lee, age 62, of Coshocton, passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2023. He was born on December 14, 1958, in Zanesville, Ohio to the late George and Helen (Grant) Lee. Per Stephen’s wishes, a cremation will take place. Given-Dawson-Paisley Funeral Home is serving the family. An online memorial can be viewed at www.given-dawson-paisleyfh.com.
Katherine Sue Wimer, known to friends and family as Kathy, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2023, in Coshocton, Ohio. Born on August 22, 1953, in Mount Clare, West Virginia, Kathy was a gentle, thoughtful woman who brightened the lives of those around her. Kathy was the beloved daughter of the late William C. and […]