HIT-SKIP
The investigation continues into a hit-skip involving a pedestrian. According to the Zanesville Post of the State Patrol, Wednesday shortly before 8:00 pm, Robin Morgan, of Nashport, was walking in the southbound lane of Ohio 60 when she was struck by a southbound vehicle. Morgan, 72, was transported to the hospital with serious injuries. Troopers believe the vehicle involved is a dark-colored sedan, possibly a 2011 or 2012 Dodge Charger, with a missing passenger side fog light. If you have any information contact your local law enforcement agency.
NEWARK WOMAN SENTENCED FOR SWATTING
A 37-year-old Newark woman accused of making a swatting call was back in a Licking County courtroom, recently. Jami Waller entered a guilty plea to one count of swatting and was sentenced to 16 months in prison. In December 2025, Waller called 911 stating someone was trying to steal an elderly woman's purse. When police arrived on the scene they could not find a victim or a suspect.
SNAP BENEFITS
Folks on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program better known as SNAP may be eligible for assistance as a result of last week's high winds.
Jennifer Ellis-Brunn, director, Licking County Job and Family Services, said impacted households must complete all forms within 10 days of the loss and submit it to their County Job and Family Services
AVERY'S LAW
Ohio's new dog law known as Avery's Law goes into effect today. Licking County Dog Warden Larry Williams was instrumental in crafting the legislation.
Among other things - Avery's Law imposes criminal penalties on a dog owner if they fail to keep their dog from committing, without provocation, an attack.
OHIO STATE IS DONE DANCING
Ohio State’s season came to an end Thursday afternoon with a 66-64 loss to TCU in the East Region in the NCAA Tournament. The Buckeyes wrap up the season 21-13.
FISH OHIO PINS
The Ohio Division of Wildlife awarded 10,127 Fish Ohio pins to anglers who reeled in trophy fish among 26 different species in 2025. Those who reel in a qualifying catch receive the commemorative Fish Ohio pin for their first entry and a Master Angler pin for catching qualifiers of four different species in the same year.