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A Boil Alert has been issued for S. 35th St.  A busted water main is the reason for the alert, which will be in effect for 24 hours or up until the water treatment plant passes a sample test.

NEWARK POLICE ON THE HUNT

Newark police need your help in tracking down a man who allegedly mugged a woman while she was walking into her N.7th St. home.  According to a police report the 46-year-old woman was entering her home Monday night a little after 10:30 when the suspect, described as a black man 18-40-years-old, 6’0, and weighing between 200-250 pounds, pushed her down and stole $40.  If you have any information you are urged to call Newark police at 349-1501.

TOUGH ECONOMY IN LICKING COUNTY

It’s been a rough couple of months for Licking County businesses.  Several companies have been forced to layoff employees or shut down completely.  Licking County Economic Development Director Jerry Brems says they are doing all they can to attract and keep companies in the area.  

Licking County Economic Development Director Jerry Brems 

Brems tells KOOL 101.7 News that there’s not much they can do to stop the national issues that are making things difficult right here in our community.

GREAT AMERICAN SMOKEOUT

Today is the 33^rd Annual Great American Smokeout and that means Licking County smokers are challenged to Kick the Habit for 24 hours in the hopes that their decision lasts a lifetime.  

Licking County Health Department Educator Mary Siembida 

Licking County Health Department Educator Mary Siembida says there are plenty of resources available to smokers who want to quit simply by calling or visiting the health department. Smokers can also call 1-800-QUIT-NOW.

HELP IN FEEDING YOUR DOG

The recent economic woes have had an affect on all of us and that includes pet owners.  In October the Licking County Humane Society announced a partnership with Last Call Outreach Ministry to support families in need with food for their pets.  

LCHS Board Member Deborah McDonald

Board member Deborah McDonald says they have collected and distributed over 1,900 pounds of dog food that has been donated by the public and local businesses.  For more information or to make a donation call the Licking County Humane Society at 323-2100.

SEN. SCHAFFER NAMED VICE CHAIRMAN

State Senator Tim Schaffer has been selected to serve as vice chairman of the Senate Ways & Means & Economic Development Committee following the resignation of the former vice chair.  The Lancaster Republican has served as a member of the committee since joining the State Senate in 2007, as well as serving on the ways and means committee during his tenure in the Ohio House.