Muskingum County • October 20, 2025
Good morning, Muskingum County. Mark your calendars and plan your routes carefully—our community is buzzing with activity this week. From road closures for essential paving work to the groundbreaking of Genesis Healthcare's new Straker Hospice Care House, the landscape of our county is literally and figuratively transforming. Meanwhile, local McDonald's restaurants are serving up community support alongside their regular menu on October 23, with 10% of app sales benefiting area high schools—a delicious way to fund education while satisfying your Quarter Pounder craving.
The spirit of giving extends throughout the region, with Coshocton and Guernsey counties hosting everything from handbag raffles to an all-you-can-eat roast beef fundraiser with free meals for veterans. Nature enthusiasts can learn about bats at the library, music lovers can catch the Dogwood Blossoms Chorus, and runners can lace up for Guernsey County FOP Lodge 136's inaugural 5K. Whether you're interested in healthcare advancements, community fundraisers, or educational programs, this week offers something for everyone.
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🗓️ Coshocton County gears up for a busy week ahead. Road closures for paving and tree trimming will affect several areas on October 20, with additional traffic light work scheduled for the following day. The community calendar features diverse events including National Drug Take Back Day, a visit from gubernatorial candidate Dr. Amy Acton, and fundraisers like the Bunco for the Bag handbag raffle. Residents can also look forward to educational programs about bats and witches at the library, a blood drive in West Lafayette, and a big band performance by the Dogwood Blossoms Chorus.
📅 Guernsey County's week ahead packed with community events and road closures. Titus Road will close between Lodge Road and Cox Road on October 20 for culvert replacements. The Scio Volunteer Fire Department is hosting an all-you-can-eat roast beef fundraiser on October 26, with free meals for veterans. Upcoming events include a singspiration at Batesville United Methodist Church on November 9 and Guernsey County FOP Lodge 136's first 5K run/walk the same day at Deerassic Park. Several local boards and organizations have scheduled meetings throughout late October and November.
📰 Muskingum County buzzes with community updates and new developments. Genesis Healthcare is breaking ground on the Straker Hospice Care House, expected to open in 2026. Local McDonald's restaurants will donate 10% of app sales to area high schools on October 23, with each school receiving at least $250. Dr. Kelli Gevas earned certification as a menopause specialist, while Zanesville Business and Professional Women celebrated National Business Women's Week. Additionally, Roseville Cemetery received $2,500 in grant funding for fence replacement.
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