DRUG BUST

A drug bust in central Ohio has dismantled what officials call a significant drug operation. Whitehall police executed multiple search warrants on a known drug trafficker and seized large amounts of cocaine, fentanyl, pills, guns and over $475,000 in cash. The investigation is ongoing.

HIGH-SPEED CHASE

An 18-year-old man faces charges following a high-speed chase that started in Coshocton County and ended in Noble County. According to authorities, Tuesday evening, the suspect who has not yet been formally charged, was on his motorcycle traveling at a high rate of speed, passing other vehicles when a Coshocton County Sheriff's Deputy attempted to pull him over. The suspect took off reaching speeds greater than 120 mph. He was eventually apprehended in Noble County.

D-DAY

Today marks the 81st anniversary of D-Day. On June, 6 1944 Allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy in what is considered to be the turning point in World War II. Over 4,400 Allied soldiers died during the D-Day invasion.

TICK SEASON

Ohioans will hit the hiking trails this summer, and if you plan to do so Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff, director, Ohio Department of Health, says be sure to take precautions against ticks.

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Dr. Vanderhoff said use repellent specifically labeled for use against ticks and be sure to check for ticks once you get back in your house.

DIG IT EAST

On Saturday, June 21, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio will host its 5th annual co-ed volleyball tournament, Dig It East, at Newark Station. Newark Station owner Todd Alexander is also a board member of Ronald McDonald House Charities.

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In addition to the volleyball, Alexander said there will be a craft market, food trucks, a cornhole tournament and live entertainment. For more information or to register a team visit the Newark Station Facebook page.

NC BASEBALL ADVANCES

It’s on to the state semifinals for the Green Wave baseball team. Newark Catholic defeated Southwest Webster 9-3 in a Division VII regional final Thursday. The Green Wave will face Tiffin Calvert Thursday, June 12 at 1:00 p.m. at Canal Park in Akron. You can hear the game on Buckeye Country 107.7, 790 WHTH, KOOL 101.7 FM HD2 and online.