LCSO SEARCHING FOR A NEWARK MAN
The Licking County Sheriff's Office is asking for help in locating a 30-year-old Newark man wanted on an assault charge. Deputies are actively searching for Kaden Smith. If you have any information on his whereabouts contact your local law enforcement agency.
ZANESVILLE MAN PLEADS GUILTY
A 34-year-old Zanesville man accused of sexually assaulting a young child was back before a judge on Monday. Shawn Powell entered guilty pleas to one count each of rape of a child under the age of ten, and one count of pandering obscenity involving a minor. The rape conviction carries a life sentence. Powell will be sentenced at a later date.
JYM GANAHL PASSES
Longtime TV meteorologist Jym Ganahl has died. Ganahl, 76, passed away Feb. 3 of natural causes, according to his family. His death was announced Tuesday. Ganahl spent nearly 60 years on air as a meteorologist covering Columbus.
SENIOR SERVICES FUNDING
Last week, the Licking County Senior Citizen Advisory Board met with local agencies to discuss funding for 2025.
Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb said funding supports a number of agencies including Catholic Social Services, Licking County Aging Partners, and Saint Vincent Haven.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR PLACED ON LEAVE
The Catholic Schools of Zanesville has placed Executive Director Kelly Sagan on administrative leave effective Friday, Feb. 7. In a letter to parents, no reason was given for the move. In her absence Bishop Fenwick School Director Susan Swackhammer, and Bishop Rosecrans School Director Chelsea Tolliver will manage the day-to-day operations of the schools.
BE AWARE OF UNSOLICITED OFFERS
The Ohio Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing is urging Ohioans to practice caution as it pertains to unsolicited offers to purchase your property. Superintendent Daphne Hawk says don't be afraid to ask questions.
Hawk said they have received numerous questions from residents across the state regarding unsolicited offers they’ve received.