LOCAL NEWS
New Philadelphia School Opposes Ohio HB 42
The New Philadelphia School Board is opposing state legislation that would require school districts to report the citizenship or immigration status of their students to the federal government. The School Board on Monday unanimously approved a resolution opposing Ohio...
TCHD Holding All Age Art Competition
The Tuscarawas County Health Department is getting ready the final phase of a 2 million dollar renovation project and is looking for artwork to add the finishing touches. Artists have until February 27th to submit their original framed or canvas art for the health...
Tourist Destination Brand Features Tuscarawas and Nine Other Counties
A ten-county region launches a new tourist destination brand. Ohio Foothills includes Belmont, Carroll, Columbiana, Coshocton, Guernsey, Harrison, Holmes, Jefferson, Muskingum, and Tuscarawas counties. Local Convention and Visitor's Bureau Director of Partnership...
LEGO Sets Being Collected for Jaxon’s Bricks for Bravery Non-Profit
Following a non-profit's successful 2025 collection, they are looking ahead to more donation opportunities. Jaxon's Bricks for Bravery was created in memory of Jaxon, who passed away at 5 years old following a continuing battle with congenital heart disease. His...
State Funding Obtained for Future Roundabout Near Walnut Creek
It'll be a few more years, but plans are in the work to construct a single-lane roundabout near Walnut Creek. District 11 Public Information Officer Lauren Borell says the project is at the intersection of State Route 39 and Country Road 114. "This will be the second...
Respiratory Season Continues
Health officials say respiratory illness activity across much of the United States remains at a moderate level. The latest report covers the surveillance period from Jan. 25 through Jan. 31, 2026, and tracks combined activity from flu, COVID-19, RSV, and related...
Tuscarawas Elections Board to Certify Petitions
We're starting to officially see the names of candidates attempting to run for office in 2026. Races this year include all state offices such as governor, attorney general, and many at the county level. The filing deadline for partisan candidates for the May...
Thanks to Donation Claymont Intermediate Has Girls with Pearls Program
This is Claymont's first year to host Girls with Pearls to help young students develop social skills, set goals, and make positive choices. Intermediate School Principal Michele Henry says they've held Guys with Ties the past few years. Funding and timing finally...
Police Position Open in the City of Dover
Dover is looking to hire a police officer after the retirement of a longtime detective. Jason Peters recently retired after more than three decades in law enforcement. Service Director Bob Everett congratulated him this week on a career that included 25 ½ years...
Tuscarawas County Prosecutor to Fill in as Common Pleas Judge
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine appoints Ryan Styer to the Tuscarawas County Court of Common Pleas, General and Domestic Relations Division. Styer, a New Philadelphia resident, will take office on March 2 to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Judge Elizabeth...
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