NEWARK MAN ACCUSED OF POSSESSING CHILD PORN

Bond has been set at $150,000 for a 48-year-old Newark man indicted on child porn charges. Timothy Coss faces five counts of pandering of obscenity. An arraignment hearing is scheduled for next week.

RESOURCE FAIR

The Licking County Health Department in partnership with the Ohio Department of Public Safety is holding a special event later this month.

Health Educator Sorriah Wilson said the free event brings together local organizations dedicated to mental health recover and wellness. For more information visit the Licking County Health Department's Facebook page.

FINANCIAL PLANNING

When it comes to investing the Ohio Department of Commerce strongly suggests working with a licensed financial professional.

Director of Compliance John Crist said before meeting with anyone, make sure to verify their credentials and check for any disciplinary history.

SUN BUCKS

Ohio Department of Job and Family Services has announced that Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer benefits, also known as Sun Bucks, will be distributed to eligible children throughout the summer. SUN Bucks, is a federal program that provides assistance to eligible families with school-aged children while those schools are closed for the summer. Eligible families will receive a one-time benefit of $120 for each eligible child.

GRANVILLE COACH RECEIVES STATE HONOR

Throughout the 2025-26 school year, the coaches associations of the sports sanctioned by the Ohio High School Athletic Association selected one of their own for an OHSAA Sportsmanship, Ethics and Integrity Award. Granville Swimming and Diving coach Hillary Paulsen was among those to receive the award.

BASEBALL PLAYOFFS

The Newark Catholic baseball team lost 4-2 to South Webster in a Div. VII regional semifinal Wednesday. Today at 2:00 pm, Newark will take on Olentangy Orange in a Div. I regional final at Beavers Field in Lancaster.