Jury Convicts Repeat Drug Offender on Multiple Drug Trafficking Charges

ZANESVILLE, Ohio (AVC News) — A Muskingum County jury has convicted a repeat drug offender on multiple felony drug trafficking and possession charges following a one-day trial.… Read the rest
Columbus Blue Jackets Announce Affiliation Agreement With Wheeling Nailers

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AVC News) — The Columbus Blue Jackets have announced a new affiliation agreement with the Wheeling Nailers that will connect the two organizations through the 2027-28 season.… Read the rest
Noble County Covered Bridges Receive Fresh Coat Of Paint

CALDWELL, Ohio (AVC News) — The two remaining covered bridges in Noble County have been painted as county officials continue efforts to preserve the historic structures.… Read the rest
Noble County Man Arrested For Alleged Sex Offender Registration Violation

CALDWELL, Ohio (AVC News) — A Noble County man has been taken into custody after authorities say he failed to meet registration requirements as a Tier II sex offender.… Read the rest
Ohio Lawmakers Introduce Sweeping Bill to Tighten Regulations on Data Centers
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AVC News) — Ohio lawmakers have introduced legislation that would dramatically increase state oversight of data centers, requiring local voter approval, stricter environmental standards and new restrictions on tax incentives for future projects.… Read the rest
West Nile Virus Detected in Muskingum County Mosquitoes; No Human Cases Reported

ZANESVILLE, Ohio (AVC News) — Mosquitoes collected near Old Adamsville Road in Muskingum County have tested positive for West Nile virus, according to the Zanesville-Muskingum County Health Department.… Read the rest
PUCO Approves New Protections to Shield AEP Ohio Customers From Data Center Costs

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AVC News) — The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio has approved new requirements aimed at protecting AEP Ohio customers from potential electricity costs associated with large data centers.… Read the rest
CPSC Warns of Dangers From Fake Squishy Toys, Heating Trend

WASHINGTON (AVC News) — The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is warning parents about fake and counterfeit squishy toys and reminding families not to heat or microwave the popular toys because of the risk of serious burns.… Read the rest