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OMEGA Headquarters Moving to New Philadelphia

The Ohio Mid-Eastern Governments Association is relocating its headquarters to New Philadelphia, a move local officials say will place the regional planning agency at the center of its 10‑county service area.OMEGA’s board voted this week to move the...

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Local Speaks on Support of Ohio House Bill 563

A local representative provides testimony on a house bill that would regulate the sale of tickets to entertainment events. The Technology and Innovation Committee met on Tuesday, and several proponents spoke on the third hearing of HB 563. Among them was Tuscarawas...

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Dennison Working on Strengthening Cyber Security

The Village of Dennison is making progress on complying with a state bill regarding technology. House Bill 96 was signed into law in June 2025 mandating all counties, townships, municipalities, and school districts to adopt a formal cybersecurity program. Dennison...

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Next Superintendent Announced for New Philadelphia City School

The New Philadelphia School District has hired a new superintendent.  The Board of Education on Wednesday quickly approved a 3-year contract for Dr. Carole Sutton to replace Amy Wentworth as New Philadelphia’s top administrator.  Sutton has been a teacher, principal,...

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New Philadelphia Passes 2026 Budget Ahead

New Philadelphia City Council has approved this year’s budget with a week to spare before a March 31st deadline.  Total spending for 2026 is set at about 43-million dollars. Total revenue is forecasted at just over 40 million dollars.  Auditor Heather Denham says the...

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Law Enforcement Offer Motorcycle Safety Message

Law enforcement officials are asking motorists to be mindful of motorcycles after multiple crashes over the weekend in Tuscarawas County that killed two motorcyclists. Sgt. Bill Bower of the State Highway Patrol says this is an important reminder after the New...

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Dennison Considers Addendum for Optional Gas, Electric Program

The Village of Dennison is reviewing the latest offer related to gas and electric through an optional aggregate program. Larry Taylor, with Trebel Energy, talked about a rise in capacity at 27-pecent and then 833-percent, which is partly creating an increase on bills...

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Tuscarawas County Sheriff Warns of Scams

Online and digital scams have robbed Tuscarawas County businesses and residents of hundreds of thousands of dollars.  Sheriff Orvis Campbell says they keep getting more convincing and sophisticated. Scams include fake sweepstakes winning notifications, unsolicited...

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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...

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