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News Headlines for Thursday, January 22
SLICK SPOTS
You will find some slick spots on the roadways this morning. Slow down and give yourself plenty of time to reach your destination. Coshocton and Muskingum counties are under a Level 1 Snow Emergency.
NEWARK MAN IS HEADING TO PRISON
A 29-year-old Newark man accused of possessing child porn is heading to prison. Dwayne Ferrell recently entered guilty pleas to two counts each of illegal use of a minor in nudity oriented material and making terroristic threats. Ferrell was sentenced to 2 years behind bars, 5 years community control and was ordered to register as a Tier I sexual offender.
FOOD DRIVE
The Licking County Health Department in partnership with the Food Pantry Network of Licking County, will host a Food Drive today from 12:00-4:00 pm at Rotary Park on Sharon Valley Road in Newark. Only non-perishable food items will be accepted. Monetary donations and household items cannot be accepted at this event. All donated items will benefit local food pantries serving Licking County residents.
OHIOSEE PROGRAM
Governor DeWine and other state officials were in Cleveland Wednesday for a special event.
OhioSEE brings vision services, including comprehensive eye exams and, if needed, glasses, to kindergarten through third grade students at no cost to the family right in their school. The pilot program is being rolled out in 15 counties including Franklin County.
GROUNDHOG BREAKFAST
The 70th Annual Groundhog Breakfast hosted by the Licking County Chamber of Commerce will be held Friday, Jan. 30 at Adena Hall on the OSU-N/COTC campus.
Chamber President/CEO Jennifer McDonald said this year's keynote speaker is former Buckeye great Bobby Carpenter. A few tickets are still left. To purchase tickets or for more information visit www.lickingcountychamber.com.
HHCA CHICKEN NOODLE DINNER
The Historic Hudson Community Association’s will host its annual Chicken Noodle Dinner and Auction Saturday, Jan. 24 from 4:00-6:30 pm at the Union Hall on Hudson Avenue. Folks can enjoy homemade chicken and noodles or beef and noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, homemade desserts and refreshments. Cost is $12 for Adults, $6 for Children. Proceeds benefit a number of things including a one thousand dollar scholarship for an area high school graduate.