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Bugs and beet juice could play roles in the race to replace artificial dyes in food. Here’s how.
By JONEL ALECCIA AP Health Writer ST. LOUIS (AP) — As pressure grows to get artificial colors out of the U.S. food supply, the shift may well start at Abby […]
Severe weather Tuesday afternoon could bring large hail and damaging winds
Showers and thunderstorms are likely in central Ohio on Tuesday, and the front moving across the Midwest could be severe, according to the National Weather Service. Storms during the afternoon […]
Children Services replacement levy would continue support for foster families and foster children with special needs
Erin Williams had just returned home from a wedding with all six of her children in tow when she received the call. It came about midnight – after a two-and-a-half […]
International students stripped of legal status in the US are piling up wins in court. See interactive map of visa revocations.
By KATE BRUMBACK Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — Anjan Roy was studying with friends at Missouri State University when he got an email that turned his world upside down. His […]
Local News
Elms celebrates 40 years of serving up pizza, subs and good cheer in Granville
The walls inside 113 East Elm Street reflect the Granville building’s nearly 100-year run as a local business. Early on, it was a place to buy a car, and for […]
Public meeting on May 1 will discuss studies of Raccoon Creek water quality and potential for flooding
With all of the current and potential future development in western Licking County, Raccoon Creek has become a popular waterway in the region – mainly for studies. The Licking County […]
Licking County Pollinator Pathway to host workshop series about new “pocket prairies” initiative
The organization has four summer workshops planned to help locals create mini meadows to support local biodiversity.
Son of Licking County megachurch leaders indicted on 27 counts of sex-related criminal offences
Gary Thomas “Tom” Keesee Jr. was indicted in Knox County Common Pleas Court on Monday, April 21.
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Elections
Southwest Licking schools $115 million bond issue would support new facilities, growing student population
School board members said the proposed bond would allow the district to meet immediate needs while preparing for the future.
Buckeye Lake seeks four-mill tax levy to support police in May election
The proposed levy would raise roughly $524,000 annually to support the local police department.
Granville Rec District seeks levy renewal to support growing programming demands
The existing .75-mill GRD levy, approved by voters in 2020, is set to expire at the end of 2025.
St. Albans Fire Department makes another levy push after two failed property tax levies in 2024
“Not to be blunt, without funding, obviously, there is no fire department,” St. Albans Fire Chief Mike Theisen said.
Arts and Culture
Restored artwork will be on display during Licking County Courthouse open house on May 1
Interested in art and history? You’ll find both during an open house at the Licking County Courthouse from 1-4 p.m. on Thursday, May 1. The entire courthouse in downtown Newark […]
Volunteers prepare to unveil new mural at Newark Homeless Outreach
The final mural will span approximately 800 square feet, and will be revealed during a Saturday morning meal on May 3, 2025.
Granville senior to perform original music in “tiny concert” at Granville Center for the Arts
Ava Schlotterbeck was inspired by family members to create her own album before graduating from high school this spring.
‘A wonderful life’ daffodil show in Granville draws crowds for nostalgia-themed creations
The sweet scent of daffodils filled the entryway of the Bryn Du Mansion, welcoming guests to the 78th annual daffodil show and sale hosted by the Granville Garden Club on […]
Sports and Recreation
Testing the waters: Volunteers help Licking County Soil & Water Conservation District keep an eye on stream health
Seemingly small, everyday actions – like over-salting driveways or improper application of fertilizer on lawns – add up to negatively affect water quality in Licking County. “It’s death by a […]
Granville Rec District seeks levy renewal to support growing programming demands
The existing .75-mill GRD levy, approved by voters in 2020, is set to expire at the end of 2025.
Dawes Arboretum celebrates 10th mole salamander migration
Once a year, spotted mole salamanders emerge from hibernation, migrating to the same vernal pools they were hatched in at Dawes Arboretum.
Over the Top at The Lot: Arm wrestling contest draws big competition
A backwards trucker hat makes all the difference.
World, nation and state
USDA withdraws a plan to limit salmonella levels in raw poultry
By JONEL ALECCIA AP Health Writer The Agriculture Department says it is withdrawing a plan to limit salmonella bacteria in poultry products. The move halts a Biden Administration effort designed […]
One Tech Tip: Thinking of buying a secondhand phone? Some tips on what to look for
By KELVIN CHAN AP Business Writer LONDON (AP) — New smartphones aren’t cheap and prices could reach even higher as globe trade tensions fueled by U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff […]
The EPA is allowing the sale of cheaper, higher-ethanol E15 gasoline across the US this summer
By JOHN HANNA Associated Press TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Consumers across the U.S. still will be able to buy higher-ethanol blend E15 gasoline this summer, the Environmental Protection Agency announced […]
International students stripped of legal status in the US are piling up wins in court. See interactive map of visa revocations.
By KATE BRUMBACK Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — Anjan Roy was studying with friends at Missouri State University when he got an email that turned his world upside down. His […]
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