WILDCAT CUPBOARD
The Licking County Coalition of Care in partnership with the Newark School District hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony Tuesday for the new Wildcat Cupboard, a pantry meant to help families in the school district ease the burden of food insecurity year round, especially during long weekends, summer break, and holiday breaks.
Melissa Anderson, executive director, Licking County Coalition of Care, said the Wildcat Cupboard is housed in the former Woodside Elementary building on Woods Avenue.
NEWARK MAN FACES DRUG CHARGES
A 45-year-old Newark man with multiple prior convictions is once again facing charges. Mitchell McKinney is being held at the Licking County Justice Center on a single charge of aggravated trafficking in drugs following his arrest last month. Mitchell’s bond was set at $300,000. He is due back in court on Thursday.
VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR IS RETIRING
Hebron Village Administrator Jung-Han Chen is retiring, effective July 31. Village Council unanimously voted to allow Economic and Community Development Director Brittany Misner to take over the powers and duties of the Village Administrator while the Village prepares for the next phase of leadership.
DATA CENTER HEARING
At a packed statehouse hearing on Monday Ohioans pressed lawmakers on data centers, expressing concerns on a number of issues like electricity demand, and water usage. Stephen Perry, with the environmental engineering firm EES Group, says that without regulations, the facilities could overwhelm utilities and local governments.
Many speakers questioned whether the economic benefits promised by developers outweigh the long-term environmental costs.
HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL
The Newark baseball team is one win away from advancing to the state tournament. The Wildcats beat Olentangy Liberty 1-0 in a Div. I regional semifinal Tuesday. Newark will face Olentangy Orange Thursday afternoon. Licking Valley’s quest for a second straight state title fell short with a 16-6 loss to Bishop Fenwick in a Div. IV regional semifinal.
SPRING TURKEY SEASON
Hunters bagged 15,887 turkeys during the spring season which concluded on Sunday, May 31, according to the Ohio Division of Wildlife. This year's harvest was down from last year's total of 16,014 turkeys.