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Ohio State football gets commitment from four-star cornerback Jordan Thomas

2 days ago | zanesvilletimesrecorder.com | Joey Kaufman

Ohio State has added a verbal commitment from Jordan Thomas, a four-star cornerback from northern New Jersey. Thomas announced his commitment on May 12, picking the Buckeyes over finalists Auburn, Michigan, Notre Dame and Texas A&M.
Ohio State football offers scholarship to younger brother of Marvin Harrison Jr.

2 days ago | zanesvilletimesrecorder.com | Joey Kaufman

Ohio State has offered a scholarship to the younger brother of Marvin Harrison Jr.Jett Harrison, who will be a sophomore at St. Joseph's Preparatory School in Philadelphia next season, announced the offer on May 11. Marvin Harrison Jr.: Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. finishes fourth in Heisman Trophy votingIn a post on Instagram, he wrote, “Thanks for the offer!”Jett Harrison is also a wide receiver and lists himself as 6 feet 2 and 178 pounds on his Hudl page.
Nick's Restaurant & Pizza has been serving customers since 1977 and moved here in 1992

2 days ago | zanesvilletimesrecorder.com | Jeff Barron

The restaurant has been a west side staple since moving to Lancaster from Somerset in 1992Nick's Restaurant & Pizza serves breakfast on SaturdaysLANCASTER − Nick's Restaurant & Pizza at 702 W. Wheeling St. opened in 1977 in Somerset before moving here in 1992. Now, almost 50 years later, it is still going strong. Nick and Joan England started the business and their son, Adam now runs it after taking over from his parents about 14 years ago.
Unusual woodpecker species hammering Riverlea village cars with costly damage

4 days ago | zanesvilletimesrecorder.com | Dean Narciso

Pileated woodpeckers are damaging car mirrors and windshields in a Riverlea, Ohio, neighborhood. The woodpeckers attack the reflective surfaces, likely perceiving their reflections as rivals. Residents are covering their car mirrors or parking in garages to prevent further damage. Experts say the drumming behavior is typical during mating season and poses no threat to humans.
A man's disapearance changed her life. Meet the online sleuths advocating for the missing

5 days ago | zanesvilletimesrecorder.com | Danae King

Editor's note: This story was originally published by the Columbus Dispatch in November 2024. Nearly two decades ago, Lori Davis made a promise to a grieving father that she never thought she'd still be keeping. The Muskingum County woman hasn't stopped trying to find Brian Shaffer, a second-year Ohio State medical student, or the other missing Ohioans whose families have pleaded for someone to keep their searches alive so that their loved ones' memories aren't lost to time.
Ohio Lottery Pick 3 Midday, Pick 3 Evening winning numbers for May 8, 2025

6 days ago | zanesvilletimesrecorder.com | Jordan Kellogg

The Ohio Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at May 8, 2025, results for each game:Pick 3Drawings are held daily, seven days a week, at 12:29 p.m. and 7:29 p.m., except Saturday evening. Midday: 2-2-1Evening: 2-7-9Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here. Pick 4Drawings are held daily, seven days a week, at 12:29 p.m. and 7:29 p.m., except Saturday evening. Midday: 8-1-4-0Evening: 9-9-4-6Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Cause of death revealed for former Ohio State football offensive lineman Ben Christman

6 days ago | zanesvilletimesrecorder.com | Joey Kaufman

Former Ohio State offensive lineman Ben Christman died of heart issues in February, according to the Clark County coroner’s office. The coroner’s office listed both cardiac arrhythmia, an irregular heartbeat, and cardiomyopathy, a disease of the heart muscle, as causes of death in an update released on May 8. Christman, who spent two seasons with the Buckeyes before he transferred to Kentucky and later UNLV, was found dead in his apartment in Las Vegas on Feb. 11.
Sean Stewart transferring to Oregon after one year at Ohio State

1 week ago | zanesvilletimesrecorder.com | Adam Jardy

Former Ohio State forward Sean Stewart, a five-star recruit, has committed to Oregon after transferring from Duke and then Ohio State. He averaged 5.7 points and 5.8 rebounds, showcasing elite rebounding skills despite foul trouble. Stewart joins several other former Ohio State players in the transfer portal. Former Ohio State forward Sean Stewart has committed to Oregon. A five-star prospect out of high school, Stewart signed with Duke and played his freshman season with the Blue Devils.
Crooksville trio leaning on experience entering college athletics

1 week ago | zanesvilletimesrecorder.com | Brandon Hannahs

CROOKSVILLE — Being an inspiration was one of the motivating factors behind Crooksville senior Hunter Browning signing his letter of intent. He was one of three Ceramics to be recognized for that achievement on May 6, as Browning will wrestle for NCAA Division II Wheeling (West Virginia) University. Bo White signed to play golf for NCAA Division II Ohio Dominican and Konlan McIntyre will play basketball for Division III Muskingum University to round out the trio.
Watch as Ohio State basketball coach Jake Diebler addresses Buckeyes fans in video

1 week ago | zanesvilletimesrecorder.com | Adam Jardy

Ohio State men's basketball coach Jake Diebler discussed roster updates and the upcoming season in a recent video. Diebler highlighted the return of Bruce Thornton, Devin Royal, and John Mobley Jr. as key players. The team added transfers Gabe Cupps, Brandon Noel, and Christoph Tilly for size, toughness, and skill. Ohio State men’s basketball coach Jake Diebler shared a few updates on the program and the state of the roster in a video posted to social media.