NEWARK MAN SENTENCED ON SEX CHARGES
David Slaughter, the Newark man convicted of engaging in sex acts with a minor was back in a licking county courtroom on Monday. In late September, Slaughter, 24, was found guilty of one count of unlawful sexual conduct with a minor, and six counts of sexual battery. Slaughter was sentenced to 4 ½ years in prison and ordered to register as a Tier III sex offender.
STEUBENVILLE MAN ARRESTED IN SHOOTING
Bond has been set at $100,000 for a 23-year-old Steubenville man arrested in connection with a weekend shooting outside of Tony's Bar in Newark. Matthew Coulter is being held at the Licking County Justice Center on a single charge of possession of a firearm in a liquor establishment. According to a police report, Coulter allegedly shot a 25-year-old Zanesville man who was fighting another man. The victim was last listed in critical condition. The investigation is ongoing.
FAIRFIELD FATAL CRASHES
The Fairfield County Safe Communities Coalition reported five traffic-related fatalities in the county during the third quarter of 2026. That is up from two fatal crashes during the third quarter in 2025.
FIGHTING HOMELESSNESS
The Licking County Foundation is investing nearly $2 million to help deal with the homelessness issue in Licking County.
Program Officer Bobby Persinger said earlier this year they rolled out the Licking County Is My Home campaign which is designed to increase understanding, spark conversation and mobilize action around housing instability and homelessness.
CTEC OPEN HOUSE/JOB FAIR
C-TEC of Licking County is hosting a popular event this Thursday.
Communications Coordinator Brian Wilfong said the job fair will feature over 20 employers. In addition, there will be food trucks, and activities for younger children. For more information visit the C-TEC of Licking County Facebook page.
CPC FORUM
The next United Way of Licking County's Community Partners Council Forum, will be held Wednesday, Oct. 14 from 10:00am-12:00pm at Licking County Aging Partners on East Main Street in Newark. Tomorrow's forum will focus on the Community Health Improvement Plan. To register or for more information visit www.unitedwaylc.org.