Mary Behanna

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Reporter at WHIZ-TV (Zanesville, OH )

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Meet Topanga! This Week's Dog of the Week

1 week ago | whiznews.com | Mary Behanna

ZANESVILLE, OH – This week’s Dog of the Week is a high energy pup with a heart of gold. Meet Topanga! She’s a 1-year-old terrier mix who’s looking for her forever cuddle buddy. Doug McQuaid, a Volunteer at the K-9 Adoption Center, says Topanga is great with people and kids but would have to be the only dog in the home. “[She’s] still a puppy, has a lot of energy, so with her being a pup she’d need a lot of time and effort.” McQuaid said.
Community Bank to Host Annual Shred Day Event

1 week ago | whiznews.com | Mary Behanna

ZANESVILLE, OH – A local organization is giving people a chance to get a jump on their spring cleaning. This Saturday, April 19th, from 9AM until noon Community Bank will be hosting their annual Shred Day Drive-Thru event in conjunction with Muskingum Iron and Metal. Eric Holsky, the President and CEO of Community Bank, says with tax season also coming to a close for the year, now is the perfect time to declutter some old papers, documents and even some old electronics.
What Ohio Teens Should Know About Work Permits

1 week ago | whiznews.com | Mary Behanna

ZANESVILLE, OH – Summer is quickly approaching and many Ohio teens are likely planning to use the break to earn some money as well as some life long job skills. However, if they don’t take the necessary steps to obtain a Work Permit then their summer excitement could quickly turn sour. Julie Metzger, the Workforce Administrator with Ohio Means Jobs, said it’s a very easy process for teens and parents to obtain a work permit.
J.W. & M.H. Straker Charitable Foundation Donates $2 Million to MCLS

1 week ago | whiznews.com | Mary Behanna

ZANESVILLE, OH – The J.W. and M.H Straker Charitable Foundation made a generous donation to a beloved institution. The Straker Foundation donated $2 Million to the Muskingum County Library System to help with the ongoing renovations to the John McIntire Library. Stacey Russell, MCLS’s Executive Director, said this renovation project wouldn’t be what it is today without the support they’ve received from the Straker Foundation.
Muskingum 250 Celebration Continues

1 week ago | whiznews.com | Mary Behanna

ZANESVILLE, OH – Muskingum County History has events coming up for residents of Muskingum County to learn a little bit more about where they live, work, and play. The events kick off this week on Wednesday, April 16th, at 6PM at the Putnam Presbyterian Church with the Life and Times of John McIntire. Larisa Harper, the Executive Director of the Muskingum County History, says coming up later this month, an April 25th, will be their first Movie Night featuring “The Last of the Mohicans”.
Gov. DeWine Recognizes Perry Elementary School as Science of Reading Champions

2 weeks ago | whiznews.com | Mary Behanna

ZANESVILLE, OH – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine made a stop at Perry Elementary School today to celebrate a recent award. Gov. DeWine, in collaboration with the Department of Education and Workforces, created the Governor’s Science of Reading Award to highlight schools that are demonstrating strong implementation of evidence-based instructional practices. DeWine says it’s exciting to see the children be able to grasp bigger concepts at younger ages.
Central Trinity UMC to Host Week Full of Easter Events

2 weeks ago | whiznews.com | Mary Behanna

ZANESVILLE, OH – Central Trinity United Methodist Church is gearing up for a week full of Easter Activities. The festivities kick off this Sunday, April 13th at 10:30 AM with the Chancel Choir and Chamber Orchestra performing a brand new Easter Cantata. Jim McLaughlin, the Director of Music, says the Cantata is called “Blessed” as a “Sermon in a Song” and will center around the Beatitudes. “It’s just a wonderful celebration and Easter is beyond the bunny rabbit.” McLaughlin said.
Meet Gronk! This Week's Dog of the Week

2 weeks ago | whiznews.com | Mary Behanna

ZANESVILLE, OH – This week’s Dog of the Week hasn’t won a Super Bowl but he will win your heart. Meet Gronk! He’s 2 and a half years old, is kid and dog friendly, and is awaiting his forever family. Doug McQuaid, a Volunteer at the K-9 Adoption Center, says Gronk is a high energy pup and found out through his time at the Center that he loves a good game of fetch. McQuaid also says they recently hosted a field trip group at the Adoption Center and Gronk was the talk of the town.
Ohio Division of Unclaimed Funds Unveils System Upgrade

2 weeks ago | whiznews.com | Mary Behanna

ZANESVILLE, OH – The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Unclaimed Funds has unveiled a new system designed to make it easier for Ohioans to search for lost funds. Currently there is about $4.8 Billion in unclaimed funds from things like dormant bank accounts, uncashed checks, utility deposits, and unclaimed wages. Susie Wagner, the Outreach Supervisor with the Division of Unclaimed Funds, says this new system will potentially speed up the process for people looking to claim their funds.
Donald's Donuts and BBBS Team Up for Sweet Partnership

2 weeks ago | whiznews.com | Mary Behanna

ZANESVILLE, OH – It’s that time of year again where you can pick up a sweet treat and help a good cause out all at the same time. Donald’s Donuts has partnered up with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Zanesville for their 4th annual Donut Sale. From April 7th through the 13th you can pick up one, or a dozen, donuts decorated with the signature BBBS color green. Katie Lupsor, the President of BBBS, says donut week serves as a kick off to their Bowl For Kids Sake happening on April 16th through the 18th.