HOUSE FIRE

Multiple fire departments were busy this morning battling a house fire in Madison Township. According to the Licking County 911 Center, crews were called to the scene in the 11000 block of Staddens Bridge Road shortly after 2:30 a.m. and they remained on the scene for several hours. No injuries were reported. The cause is under investigation.

9/11

Today marks the 23rd Anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in New York, Pennsylvania and at the Pentagon. 2,977 people died and thousands more were injured in the attacks. President George Bush addressed the nation that evening.

In honor of those who died Governor Dewine has ordered flags of the U.S. and Ohio be flown at half staff today

OVI CHECKPOINTS

The Licking County OVI Task Force will operate two OVI checkpoints this weekend. The times and locations will be announced the morning of the checkpoints.

NEWARK MAN FACES DRUG CHARGES

A 47-year-old Newark man with multiple drug convictions is once again facing drug charges. Donta Cabiness is being held at the Licking County Justice Center on a single charge of aggravated of meth. His bond was set at $200,000. His case will next be heard by a grand jury for possible indictment.

QUACKENBUSH STAYS BUSY

Most people know that Jeff Quackenbush is the long-time coach of the Newark boy's basketball team. What they may not know, is that he's also the Athletic Director.

Quackenbush said the coaches meet the first Thursday of the month just to discuss what is happening on the field, courts and classroom.

COURTHOUSE LIGHTING CAMPAIGN

The 76th annual Courthouse Christmas Lighting Campaign has begun its community fundraising drive. On Friday, November 29, this cherished tradition will once again light up downtown Newark, attracting thousands of visitors to celebrate the start of the holiday season. The 2024 fundraising campaign has a community goal of $45,000. For more information visit www.courthouselighting.com.