Muskingum County • August 22, 2025
Good morning, Muskingum County. A bittersweet resolution has come for one local family as Zanesville Police confirmed the skeletal remains found on Adams Street belong to Jerome D. Evans, who had been missing since February. The 41-year-old's case remains under investigation, with authorities seeking additional information from the community as they piece together this tragic puzzle.
In brighter news, a stunning new rest area has opened along I-70, showcasing our region's rich heritage as the "Pottery Capital of the World" alongside attractions like The Wilds and the iconic Y-Bridge. Meanwhile, at the Coshocton County Animal Shelter, a gray and white kitten named Lollipop is stealing hearts with her gentle personality. Already vaccinated and litter-trained, this sweet feline is ready to become someone's beloved companion – perhaps yours, if you visit during the shelter's open hours this week.
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💀 Skeletal remains on Adams Street identified as missing man. The Zanesville Police Department confirmed the remains found in May belong to Jerome D. Evans, 41, who was reported missing in February. An autopsy has been completed on the remains discovered at 223 Adams Street. The case remains under investigation with authorities providing no further details at this time. Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Bryan Ruff at 740-455-0699.
🐱 Sweet kitten Lollipop needs a forever home now. This gray and white domestic short-haired kitten was surrendered to the Coshocton County Animal Shelter, where she's quickly become a staff favorite. Lollipop has already received vaccinations, flea treatment, and is litter box trained, with spaying and leukemia testing scheduled soon. Described as gentle and sweet, she's available for adoption at the shelter located at 21755 Township Road 164. Interested adopters can visit during open hours on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., or by appointment.
🛣️ Ohio unveils new rest stop showcasing regional attractions along I-70. Governor Mike DeWine and his wife Fran celebrated the opening of the westbound facility in Zanesville on Wednesday. The rest area highlights local attractions including The Wilds, Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks, and the Y-Bridge, while also featuring pottery displays honoring the region's legacy as the "Pottery Capital of the World." Visitors can enjoy amenities like universal changing stations, native Ohio plants, dog trails, and Storybook Trails featuring Dolly Parton's Imagination Library books. The modernized facility aims to improve traveler experience while promoting Ohio tourism.
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