GOODWILL PLAZA
Licking/Knox Goodwill held a ribbon cutting ceremony this morning for its new Goodwill Plaza store in the former Kroger building on Deo Drive in Newark.
President and CEO Tim Young thanked all those who have supported Goodwill and their mission of providing training, employment and support services to individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment.
CATLIN IS SENTENCED
A former Muskingum County Corrections Officer has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for assaulting his ex-girlfriend. Last month, Bryan Catlin entered guilty pleas to a host of charges including domestic violence and kidnapping in connection with an incident earlier this year. Upon his release, Catlin will be required to register as a violent offender annually for ten years.
ENNEN NOMINATED TO FILL VACANCY
The Licking County Democrat Executive Committee met Wednesday to fill a vacancy on the Board of Elections following the death of Freddie Latella. The committee voted to nominate Bruce Ennen to fill the position. Ennen's nomination now goes to the Ohio Secretary of State's Office for approval. If approved, he would be sworn in at the Board of Elections next meeting, on Nov. 17.
LMHS LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT
Licking Memorial Health Systems held its Lifetime Achievement Award Ceremony Thursday at the Reese Center on the OSU/N-COTC campus. Jennifer Utrevis, former Executive Director Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Licking and Perry Counties received the award. Utrevis was caught off guard when informed she received the honor.
In addition to Utrevis, Lou Mitchell received the award posthumously. His son David was in attendance.
Licking County Transit received the Mary Jane McDonald Building a Healthier Community Award.
BE CAREFUL WHEN DONATING
As Ohioans support relief efforts in the wake of Hurricane Melissa’s devastation in Jamaica and the Caribbean, the Ohio Department of Commerce Division encourages donors to research who they are donating to.
Robert Rutkowski, Deputy Superintendent, Division of Financial Institutions, said if you plan to make a donation, consider using resources like the BBB's Wise Giving Alliance or Charity Watch.
C-TEC CTSO CRAFT SHOW
The annual C-TEC CTSO Craft Show takes place tomorrow from 9:00am-3:00pm at the school located on Price Road in Newark. With more than 135 vendors this is Licking County’s largest craft show. Handmade crafts, unique gifts, and tasty treats are all a part of Saturday’s show. Admission is $4.00 for adults. For more information visit the C-TEC of Licking County Facebook page.
HS PLAYOFFS
High school football playoff action tonight with Licking Valley hosting Bloom Carroll. Kickoff comes your way at 7:00 pm on Buckeye Country 107.7, 94.3, 790 WHTH, KOOL 101.7 FM HD 2 and online.