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In Memory of the Late Edward (Ed) Schumacher 1952-2013
In Memory of the Late Edward (Ed) Schumacher 1952-2013Colorectal Cancer Awareness WTUZ Radio was built on a dream from a man who had a great passion for radio and community. We remember and honor Edward A. Schumacher. Ed found and built WTUZ Radio from the...
McNutt Pleads Guilty, Sentencing Schedule in April
The man who attacked a Dover gas station clerk with a hammer in December 2024 has pleaded guilty to attempted murder and felonious assault. Police say 40-year-old John McNutt hit a female clerk in the head with a hammer multiple times in a failed robbery attempt at...
Deedrick Picked as New Tuscarawas County Prosecutor
The Tuscarawas County Republican Central Committee has selected Scott Deedrick as the new county prosecutor. Deedrick was assistant county prosecutor when the county commissioners appointed him acting prosecutor in February. He replaces Ryan Styer, who left the...
Three Tuscarawas County School Districts Again Moving Froward with Plans to Shift Inside Millage
Financial moves by three area school districts to fund capital improvements while raising property taxes are back on track for 2027 after they were blocked for 2026. Claymont, Dover, and Indian Valley School Boards have again approved shifting inside millage to pay...
Seven People Escape Fire Thanks to Working Smoke Detector
No one was injured following a Thursday morning fire in the City of Uhrichsville. Crews were toned out at 2:44am to the 400 block of North Main Street. Fire Chief Justin Edwards says this was at a building with a commercial business and two apartments. "Initially we...
Budget Talks Continue in the City of New Philadelphia
City Council and administrators took several steps toward a balanced budget Tuesday but not without some disagreements among officials. Councilman and committee chair Steve Rippeth kicked off a special finance committee meeting by thanking department heads and...
Nielsen Data Proves It: Local Radio Still Dominates U.S. Media Reach
Why Radio is #1: Insights from Nielsen's Audio Today 2026In a world dominated by digital streaming and endless scrolling, one medium quietly dominates: radio. Nielsen's latest Audio Today 2026 report confirms what loyal listeners already know—radio remains...
Dover Workers Honored for Saving a Life
Two Dover city employees who saved a coworker’s life back in January were recognized at the Dover City Council meeting Monday. Jon Ladrach and Brody Ferrell witnessed Aiden Berrett slip and fall on some ice, according to Mayor Shane Gunnoe. Council President Justin...
Claymont Community Asks Questions Over Potential Building Closure, Consolidations
Claymont Board of Education heard from the community during a Monday evening public session. The meeting began with an overview of the district's budget, how they've lost money over multiple years due to an outdated state funding formula and school choice voucher...
Small Mineral City Fire Under Investigation
Mineral City firefighters say a quick-thinking neighbor is to thank for stopping a small fire from spreading at a vacant home on Grant Street Monday evening. Chief Sam Moore says the blaze appears suspicious and is now under investigation by the Tuscarawas County...
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