STORMY WEATHER
The National Weather Service says central Ohio could see some heavy rainfall and strong storms over the next couple of days. Warm and humid conditions will support the potential for several rounds of thunderstorms. These storms will be capable of damaging winds and flash flooding.
HOUSE FIRE
The investigation continues into a weekend house fire in Dresden. According to officials, Saturday around 10:30 am, a number of departments responded to the scene on Ohio 60 near 9th Street and upon arrival saw smoke and flames coming from the home. The house sustained a significant amount of damage. No injuries were reported. The cause is under investigation.
ROAD WORK
The Newark Engineer's Office has announced that River Road will be closed in two locations in the next two weeks for culvert and road work. Today and again on Tuesday River Road will be closed directly east of Ravine Bluff Drive. Then on Wednesday, River Road, directly west of Redwood Drive, will close for up to ten days.
CARRIAGE HOUSES IN OHIO
New research from the Greater Ohio Police Center shows how cities can make it easier to build carriage houses, which are often a smaller property behind the main house that older or younger family members can live in. Spokeswoman Erica Patras says without the need for an independent sewer connection, construction costs could be lowered by tens of thousands of dollars.
According to a 2021 AARP survey, nearly half of older adults say they would consider living in a carriage house.
73RD ANNUAL OX ROAST
The 73rd annual Ox Roast hosted by the Newark Maennerchor will be held Saturday, Aug. 15 from 12:00-8:00 pm at 195 West Orchard Street. Cara Noise says the Ox Roast features delicious food as well as.
Noise said there will be German music and dancing as well as numerous family-friendly activities. Parking and admission are free, but you will have to pay for food and drinks.
NGSO SEASON TICKETS
Season tickets are now on sale for the Newark Granville Symphony Orchestra's 2026-27 season at their new home at the Reese Center on the OSU-Newark/COTC campus. NGSO will perform eight concerts during the season with the first on Oct.17. To purchase tickets or for more information visit www.ngsymphony.org.
GROVE CITY WOMAN FACES DRUG CHARGES
A 37-year-old Grove City woman is being held at the Licking County Justice Center on drug charges. Alyssa McCarty has been charged with aggravated trafficking in drugs after officers allegedly found her to be in possession of meth and fentanyl. In 2022, McCarty was sentenced 30 months in prison after pleading guilty to drug charges. Her bond was set at $250,000.
DRIVE SOBER
The back to school "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign runs now through the end of the month. Thanks to a state grant, Newark Police will be stepping up citywide traffic enforcement over the next two weeks.
FREE STORAGE DEVICES
The Licking County Health Department is offering free medication and firearm storage devices to Licking County residents. For more information visit the Licking County Health Department's Facebook page or website www.lickingcohealth.org.
A DROP IN NEW JOBLESS CLAIMS
Ohioans filed 4,166 initial unemployment claims last week, and that was 250 fewer than the previous week, according to the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.
LAST DAY FOR THE HARTFORD FAIR
The 168th edition of the Hartford Fair comes to a close this evening. For a list of today's events visit www.hartfordfair.com.