LOCAL NEWS

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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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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Learn About History with Tuscarawas County CVB Timeline

Residents are encouraged to stop by the Tuscarawas County Convention and Visitor's Bureau to see a history display. Executive Director Dee Grossman says the three panels highlight past event in Tuscarawas County and other key moments. "If it weren't for Tuscarawas...

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Dover Hires New Athletic Director

The athletic director at West Holmes High School is turning in his red, white and royal blue Knights gear for Dover’s crimson and gray.  The Dover Board of Education is expected to approve Adam Brately as the district’s new athletic director on Monday.  Brately has...

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Minor Grill Fire at Dover’s Blazin’ Burgers

Blazin’ Burgers in Dover will remain closed temporarily for minor repairs following a small kitchen fire Tuesday afternoon, according to the restaurant and local firefighters. In a social media post, operators of Blazin’ Burgers said a suspected gas leak caused a...

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Two Dover Employees Commended for Life Saving Efforts

Dover’s mayor is crediting two city employees with saving the life of a coworker.  Mayor Shane Gunnoe says general services employees Jon Ladrach and Brody Ferrell were fueling their vehicles on January 22nd when co-worker Aiden Barrett slipped on some ice and was...

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