FLOOD WARNINGS

The National Weather Service has issued Flood Warnings for the Licking River near Ohio Street in Newark, and for Raccoon Creek near Granville.

A STORMY THURSDAY NIGHT

High winds, hail and rain were all a part of storms that hit the central Ohio area last Thursday night and into the overnight hours. Sporadic power outages have been reported and crews are working to get the power back up to the affected areas. 

FATAL CRASH

One person was killed in a Thursday morning crash in northeast Columbus. According to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, a little before 6:00 am, a vehicle crashed into a barrier while attempting to navigate the curve from Interstate 270 north to Ohio 161 east. The driver of the car was transported to the hospital where they later died. The crash is under investigation.

NEWARK MAN IS SENTENCED

A 29-year-old Newark man was sentenced to thirty days in jail and five years community control after pleading guilty to child porn charges. Evin Zehring was convicted on multiple charges including pandering sexually oriented material and illegal use of a minor in nudity oriented material. In addition to the jail time and community control, Zehring was ordered to register as a Tier II sexual offender.

ALL PRO DAD

All Pro Dad is a nationally recognized fatherhood program that strengthens families by connecting fathers with resources, encouragement, and connections that help them stay actively engaged in their children's lives. Hall of Fame football coach Tony Dungy is a co-founder of All Pro Dad.

Dungy along with others took part in a press conference earlier this week at which time it was announced that Ohio is partnering with All Pro Dad to help dads in the Buckeye State. To learn more about the program visit www.allprodad.com.

KIWANIS MID-YEAR

Kiwanis club members from across Ohio will converge on Newark Saturday for a Mid-Year Education Day event.

Sally Schaadt, with the Granville Kiwanis Club, said they will be collecting donations for the Ronald McDonald House at Nationwide Children's Hospital and for the Make A Wish Foundation.

HEALTH & FITNESS FEST

The Licking County Family YMCA, Denison University, and Licking Memorial Health Systems will present the Health & Fitness Fest on Saturday, March 28. The event is free and open to all youth in the community and features numerous healthy and fun activities that promote wellness. The Health & Fitness Fest will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at the Licking County Family YMCA Mitchell Center, located at 470 West Church Street in Newark. Healthy snacks and beverages will be provided. Youth must be accompanied by an adult.