FATAL CRASH

An 18-year-old Colorado man was killed and two teenagers were injured in a crash in Licking County.  According to the Granville Post of the State Patrol, Tuesday around 9:30 p.m., Issac Aguiler was driving his pickup truck north on Mink Street near Condit Road when he went left of center, struck a ditch, a fence, and two trees.  Aguiler was ejected from the truck.  He was pronounced dead at the scene.  Two passengers, ages 13 and 16 years old were transported to Nationwide Children's Hospital.  The crash remains under investigation.

PENNSYLVANIA MAN FACES DRUG CHARGES

A 29-year-old Pennsylvania man who told authorities he was working security for the recent Lost Lands Festival at Legend Valley is facing drug charges.  Garrett Brethauer is being held on a single charge of trafficking in drugs after officers allegedly found a large amount of drugs and cash in his possession while he was at the event.  Brethauer’s bond was set at $100,000.  His case will next be heard by a grand jury for possible indictment.

COLUMBUS MAN CHARGED IN FEDERAL COURT

A federal grand jury has returned charges against Tyler Thomas, the Columbus man, arrested in the disappearance and death of a 17-year-old Indiana girl.  Thomas, 39, allegedly sexually exploited and murdered Hailey Buzbee in January of this year. If convicted, he could receive the death penalty.

SOUTH 30TH STREET TO CLOSE

The Newark Engineer’s Office has announced that beginning Monday, Sept. 28 South 30th Street at the railroad tracks will be closed for repairs to the railroad crossing.  The closure will last until Saturday, Oct. 3.

NO TOBACCO FOR YOUTH

In 2019, Ohio passed the Tobacco 21 law, stating that anyone under 21 cannot buy tobacco items – including vape pipes, cigarettes and nicotine pouches. Doug Anderson with the We Card Program says there's still the issue of adults who provide tobacco to those who are underage. 

The We Card Program trains and educates merchants to remain vigilant by scanning ID's, checking for fakes, and denying underage sales.

WORLDWIDE DAY OF PLAY

This Saturday is Worldwide Day of Play and to help celebrate The Works Museum in downtown Newark will be hosting a number of free, outdoor activities. 

Executive Director Fred Boll said Saturday's event runs from 11:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.  For more information visit www.attheworks.org.