Good morning, Muskingum County. Water bill disputes rarely make headlines, but Patrick Foraker's explosive reaction at Zanesville City Hall certainly did. The 40-year-old's decision to fire three shots into a payment window after his water was shut off has earned him 14 years behind bars – a stark reminder that keeping your cool pays dividends, especially when utilities are involved. Fortunately, no one was injured in this alarming display of bill-paying gone terribly wrong.
On a more harmonious note, the sounds of classic rock will fill Coshocton Court Square as Burning Sky brings their Bad Company tribute act to town on September 7, while history buffs can make their mark at Granville's Old Colony Burying Ground. The September 13 headstone cleaning event has already revealed hidden treasures, including Civil War veteran Hiram Paige's beautiful marble monument – proof that sometimes the most meaningful community contributions involve a little elbow grease and respect for the past.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🔫 Angry man shoots up city hall over unpaid water bill. Patrick Foraker, 40, of Zanesville, Ohio, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for firing shots at City Hall's payment window last February. Foraker became enraged after his water was shut off due to nonpayment, left the utility office, then returned and fired three shots into the drive-thru window. Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident. He pleaded guilty to multiple charges including felonious assault with a firearm and inducing panic.
🎸 Bad Company tribute band set to rock Coshocton. Burning Sky will perform a free concert on September 7 at the Coshocton Court Square, closing out the Our Town Coshocton summer series. The six-member tribute band, founded by drummer Anthony Wolf Liberto, has been performing for three years. Featuring Rob Malave on vocals and a full lineup of talented musicians, the group arrives as Bad Company experiences renewed popularity in today's culture.
🪦 Historic headstones need your helping hands in Granville. Volunteers are invited to clean headstones at the Old Colony Burying Ground on September 13, preserving local history and making monuments more legible. The project provides all necessary supplies, and first-time participants need only attend a brief 15-minute training session at 9am. Recent work by volunteer Nancy Berg revealed the beautiful marble monument of Civil War veteran Hiram Paige, who died at the Battle of Chickamauga. Interested helpers should contact Lyn Boone to register and make a difference for history.
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
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Expansive acreage modern farmhouse: Listed at $374,900, this charming 3BR/2BA Cape Cod home sits on 10.66 acres with a pole barn, fresh paint, updated HVAC and a beautiful setting perfect for livestock or outdoor toys.
Historic elegance meets modern comfort: This timeless 1880 home with 5 bedrooms and stunning original woodwork is priced at $269,000, offering historic charm alongside modern updates including newer windows and roof for the perfect blend of elegance and practicality.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
💰 Financial Friday
Consider setting up automatic transfers to your savings account right after each paycheck, as this "pay yourself first" approach can help build your savings effortlessly and make it easier to resist the temptation to spend.
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