WHIZ-TV (Zanesville, OH )

WHIZ-TV is the NBC affiliate based in Zanesville, Ohio, serving its local media market. While the station may not be as prominent as network affiliates in the nearby Columbus market, such as WCMH-TV, it still plays an important role in delivering local news to its community. WHIZ-TV also features local sports programming, with broadcasts of local basketball games on Fridays. It stands out as the only significant commercial TV station in Zanesville, alongside a PBS station, WOUC-TV, and a TBN repeater, W16BT. The station's lineup includes popular syndicated shows like Steve Harvey, Access Hollywood, Ellen, and Family Feud.

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Brothers turn business into a mission to inspire and give back at Juneteenth celebration

1 week ago | whiznews.com | Desire Correa

Zanesville, OH- Community, culture, and history came together at the Nelson T. Gant House in Zanesville for a Juneteenth “Celebrate and Educate” event. Hosted by the Nelson T. Gant Foundation, the event honored the significance of Juneteenth with food, performances, and family friendly activities. The holiday marks the day in 1865 when the last enslaved people in Texas learned they were free.
Roscoe Village hosts old school block party for all ages

1 week ago | whiznews.com | Desire Correa

COSHOCTON, OH- Roscoe Village is kicking off summer in style with its second annual Summer Block Party, bringing the community together for a full day of fun, food, and family friendly activities. The event, hosted by the Roscoe Village Business Association, transformed the streets with attractions for all ages, including a petting zoo, pong tournament, and live performances.
Muskingum County Road Closures

1 week ago | whiznews.com | Carolyn Fleegle

MUSKINGUM COUNTY–The Muskingum County Engineer’s Office is alerting motorists of some upcoming road and lane closures. Shannon Road will have lane closures between HiLo Drive and Narrows Rd on , from 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM for Culvert Replacements. Bagley Road will be closed between Slack Road and Opera Road on Monday, June 23rd through Wednesday, June 25th. The closure will be 200’ Southeast of Slack Road for a Slip Repair. Please plan your routes accordingly.
Perry County Parks District: Ticks

1 week ago | whiznews.com | Nichole Hannahs

If you plan on spending time outdoors this summer, you need to keep an eye out for a little bug that may be hitching a ride on you. Here’s our monthly segment with the Perry County Park’s District.
Second Annual Summer Pull fires up this weekend in Zanesville

1 week ago | whiznews.com | Desire Correa

ZANESVILLE, OH- Engines will roar and dirt will fly this weekend at the Muskingum County Fairgrounds, as the second annual Summer Pull event kicks off . Presented by AVDC, the weekend includes two nights of tractor and truck pulling competitions, food, drinks, and fun for the whole family. “It’s something fun to do for the weekend, it’s supposed to be a nice evening, just a great night out,” said Gail Deitrick, Muskingum County Fairgrounds Board Member.
Animal Shelter Society gets creative help from 14-year-old painter

1 week ago | whiznews.com | Desire Correa

ZANESVILLE, OH- A new partnership is bringing color and compassion to the Animal Shelter Society during National Adopt a Cat Month. The shelter has teamed up with 14-year-old painter Lila Gibson, whose local business, Paint The Town, decorates storefront windows with creative seasonal designs. “I really love just painting in general, I just love to do the artwork, and I think it’s really fun to do,” said Lila Gibson.
Where's Brenda: Camp Wheeze-Away

1 week ago | whiznews.com | Nichole Hannahs

Zanesville,OH- The summer season is in full swing and for some that means going to camp. In this week’s Where’s Brenda, she tells us about one camp that is for a select group of kids.
ODNR Tracking Ohio Bear Population

1 week ago | whiznews.com | Nichole Hannahs

Columbus, OH- For the first time in Ohio a female black bear has been fitted with a GPS collar. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources along with the University of Dayton’s Gantchoff Lab, recently collared a female bear in Ashtabula County. The bear is around 5-10 years old and was captured on private land and was released unharmed in the same location. The project hopes to estimate Ohio’s black bear population, trajectories, habitat suitability and factors impacting human-bear conflicts.
Muskingum U. President Announces Retirement Plan

1 week ago | whiznews.com | Nichole Hannahs

New Concord- Muskingum University is on the hunt for a new president. Current President Susan Hasseler has announced she plans to retire after the 2025-26 academic year, closing a decade of leadership. “It has been the greatest privilege of my professional life to serve as president of Muskingum University,” President Hasseler said.
Shannon Road Lane Closures

1 week ago | whiznews.com | Carolyn Fleegle

Shannon Road Lane Closures ZANESVILLE, Ohio–The Muskingum County Engineer’s Office announced some upcoming lane closures. Shannon Road will have lane closures in two locations between Shannon Valley Rd and Narrows Rd on Friday, June 20th from 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM for Culvert Replacements. Please plan your routes accordingly.