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Muskingum County • July 16, 2025

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Good morning, Muskingum County. A life of service came to a close last weekend as Roger Reischman, a dedicated lineman of 40 years and Army veteran, passed away at 79. The Barnesville resident leaves behind not just his wife of 53 years and family, but a legacy of commitment to both his country and community—a quiet hero whose funeral services will be held this week as friends and neighbors gather to honor his memory.

Meanwhile, transportation safety takes center stage across our region with multiple traffic incidents reported by the Ohio State Highway Patrol throughout Washington County. The news arrives as construction finally begins on a life-saving upgrade to the notorious U.S. 33 and Pickerington Road intersection in Fairfield County. The dangerous crossing, which claimed another life earlier this year, will be transformed into an overpass interchange by 2028—though major construction won't be visible until next summer.

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🕊️ Veteran lineman and Army vet Roger Reischman dies at 79. The Barnesville, Ohio resident passed away on July 13, 2025, at WVU Medicine – Wheeling Hospital after a life of service. Reischman retired after 40 years as a lineman at AEP and was a devoted member of Assumption Catholic Church. He leaves behind his wife of 53 years, Patricia, along with his daughter, grandsons, and extended family. Visitation and funeral services will be held this week, with burial to follow at Crestview Cemetery.

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🚗 Highway chaos unfolds in multiple Ohio traffic incidents. The Ohio State Highway Patrol released reports detailing several accidents across Washington County, including a commercial truck rollover on State Route 555 and multiple collisions due to improper driving. An 80-year-old driver was charged after backing into another vehicle, while another incident involved a hit-and-run when an unknown log truck struck a utility line. Weather conditions played a role in at least one accident, where a driver with low tire tread overturned in a ditch during inclement weather.

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🚧 Deadly intersection finally getting life-saving upgrade. The U.S. 33 and Pickerington Road intersection in Fairfield County, Ohio—deemed the most dangerous in the county—will be transformed into an overpass interchange. Construction began Monday on the project that aims to eliminate dangerous stop-and-go accidents that have claimed multiple lives, including a 33-year-old driver earlier this year. When completed in 2028, the new design will mirror the safer Carroll and Hill Diley road interchanges, featuring proper exit and entrance ramps with longer merging lanes. Major construction work won't be visible until next summer.

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🏡 Real Estate Reveals

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Real estate listing image Remodeled golf clubhouse rural paradise: Listed at $489,000, this nearly 2,500 square-foot home in Norwich, Ohio sits on 8.7 acres with a pond, has been completely remodeled from a golf course clubhouse, and features modern amenities throughout.
Real estate listing image Spacious renovated retreat on acre: Priced at $279,900, this remodeled 4-bedroom home offers 2,000 square feet of modern living space on a private acre, featuring an updated kitchen, new flooring, and fresh improvements from the furnace to outdoor decks.

🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla

🏡 Jul. 16 - Adamsville Homecoming Celebration: Join the celebration at Adamsville Homecoming, July 16-19 at Gaumer Park! Kick off the festivities with a parade Wednesday at 6:30pm, followed by dance performances, a kids' pedal pull, and more throughout the weekend.
🌌 Jul. 16 - Nebula in a Jar: Craft your own celestial masterpiece at the New Concord Branch Library's "Nebula in a Jar" workshop on July 16! Transform colorful materials into a stunning pocket-sized galaxy to take home.
🦅 Jul. 18 - Live Birds Sketching Workshop: Get up close with majestic birds of prey at New Concord Library's sketching session on July 18! Ohio Nature Education provides materials for this unique artistic experience open to ages 6 and up.
🥗 Jul. 18 - Brain-Boosting Nutrition Workshop: Fuel your body and mind at Dresden Branch Library's "Healthy Eating" session on July 18! Discover brain-boosting nutrition tips and tasty recipes that'll transform your eating habits for overall wellness.
🎸 Jul. 18 - Late Horizon @ Barn: Rock out with Late Horizon at The Barn on July 18! This powerhouse Zanesville band brings 70's hits to life in a house show you won't want to miss. 1947 Linden Ave, Zanesville.
🍻 Jul. 19 - SE Ohio Beer Fest: Raise your glass at the 2025 Southeastern Ohio Beer & Wine Fest! Sample local brews and vintages on Saturday, July 19 at 205 N 5th St in Zanesville. Join 100+ enthusiasts for this spirited celebration.
🎸 Jul. 20 - The Godz Live: Rock out with legendary hard rockers The Godz as they bring their gritty sound to The Barn in Zanesville on July 20. Doors open at 4:15 PM for this summer concert experience.
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