Good morning, Muskingum County. The crack of the bat and the cheer of the crowd marked a nail-biting finish as West Muskingum edged Crooksville 6-5 in high school softball action this week. This latest chapter in their ongoing rivalry showcases the competitive spirit flowing through north central Ohio's spring sports season, with teams leaving everything on the field as district tournaments loom on the horizon.
Meanwhile, Barnesville Elementary School faced a more serious situation Monday when an unloaded pistol was discovered in a student's backpack, prompting a swift response from staff and local authorities. In community news, Coshocton County residents should note today's Main Street closure for tree trimming, while the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District celebrates a substantial $858,877 grant to acquire the nearly 300-acre Aster Ridge property—a significant win for local conservation efforts.
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⚾ Zanesville W. Muskingum edges Crooksville in nail-biting 6-5 softball victory. The Ohio high school matchup on April 14 came down to the wire, with W. Muskingum barely escaping with the win. This continues the rivalry between the two schools, who previously faced off in April 2023. W. Muskingum had recently competed against Byesville Meadowbrook on April 1, showing an active season for the team. The close contest highlights the competitive nature of north central Ohio high school softball this season.
🔫 Elementary student brings unloaded gun to school in Barnesville. Police responded Monday morning after staff discovered a pistol and empty magazine in a student's backpack at Barnesville Elementary School. According to authorities, there was no indication of ill intent, though the incident remains under investigation. School officials acted quickly by securing the backpack and contacting police without dismissing school. The local coroner, who has children at the school, stressed the importance of responsible gun ownership and proper storage of firearms in homes with children.
📅 Coshocton County kicks off the week with important local updates. Main Street will close Monday morning for tree trimming work from East Main Street to Park Avenue. Upcoming community events include a "Coffee with a Doc" presentation on brain health, a Chamber of Commerce networking lunch, and a women's financial empowerment session. Jensen Hayes won the Edward E. Montgomery Jr. Piano competition, while the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District received an $858,877 grant to acquire the 298-acre Aster Ridge property in Linton Township.
⚾ Baseball Scoreboard
John Glenn finally got in the win column, downing Morgan 11-6 in a Monday matchup that gives the Little Muskies their first victory after five straight losses. These Muskingum Valley rivals won't have to wait long for the rematch, as they're set to face off again Tuesday in what's quickly becoming baseball's version of Groundhog Day.The Tri-Valley Scotties showed no mercy in a 17-0 demolition of River View, improving to an impressive 6-1 while sending the Black Bears into hibernation. The scoreboard operator barely broke a sweat in this one-sided affair, which sets up Tuesday's immediate rematch where River View will desperately search for their pride and a few runs.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Tri-Valley (7-1) | ||
@ River View | W 17-0 | |
Zanesville (4-4-1) | ||
@ Licking Valley | L 3-0 | |
John Glenn (1-6) | ||
@ Morgan | W 11-6 (8) | |
West Muskingum (5-3) | ||
vs Crooksville | L 6-3 | |
Maysville (2-5) | ||
@ New Lexington | L 11-9 |
🥎 Softball Scoreboard
Tri-Valley's softball squad made quick work of River View with a commanding 10-0 shutout in Muskingum Valley action, improving to 9-3 while sending the Black Bears stumbling to 3-9. The rematch is set for Tuesday, giving River View approximately 24 hours to figure out what hit them.Meanwhile, John Glenn's Little Muskies finally found their groove, blanking Morgan 10-0 to improve their modest record to 3-8. The Raiders (5-4) barely had time to dust themselves off before Tuesday's rematch, where they'll try to avoid becoming the sequel to Monday's horror show.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Zanesville (0-8) | ||
@ Licking Valley | L 12-0 | |
Tri-Valley (10-3) | ||
@ River View | W 10-0 | |
John Glenn (5-8) | ||
@ Morgan | W 10-0 | |
West Muskingum (9-5) | ||
vs Crooksville | W 6-5 | |
Maysville (2-7) | ||
@ New Lexington | L 15-5 |
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