Mary Behanna is a Field Reporter at WHIZ Media Group Southeastern Ohio Broadcasting Company. She covers a diverse range of topics including health and wellness, education, arts and entertainment, and animal care, reflecting her commitment to community-focused journalism. Mary has also been featured in The Business Herald, showcasing her versatility and passion for storytelling.
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By: Mary Behanna
ZANESVILLE, OH – With all the hustle and bustle of summer plans, one thing that can get put on the back burner is donating blood. Tim Callahan, the Executive Director of the East Central Ohio Chapter of the Red Cross, says people tend to get busy with trips and travel plans as Summer rolls around, but it also serves as...
By: Mary Behanna
ZANESVILLE, OH – A local Foundation has been awarded a grant from the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio to help further civics education in our area. The Muskingum County Community Foundation recently received a grant from the FAO to support and advance civics education for Muskingum County Students. Tiana Young, the Advisor for the Community Youth Foundation, says this grant will...
By: Mary Behanna
ZANESVILLE, OH – An annual tradition is returning to the Zanesville Museum of Art for its 80th year. The 80th Ohio Annual Exhibition is set to open on Thursday, June 18th and will showcase work from local as well as statewide artists. Laine Snyder, the Executive Director of the Museum, says there will be fiber works, ceramics, oil and acrylic...
By: Mary Behanna
ZANESVILLE, OH – WHIZ is proud to bring back our Military Salute Photo Contest for the 7th year. Every year beginning on Armed Forces Day and going until 9/11, or Patriots Day, we encourage family members and friends to submit a photo of a veteran in their lives. Jay Benson with WHIZ Stations says the veterans that are selected from...
By: Mary Behanna
ZANESVILLE, OH – A local organization is bringing back a day full of summer fun for the whole family. The 5th annual Kid’s Summer Party, hosted by VFW Post 1058, will be on Saturday, July 25th from Noon until 3PM at the VFW. Shaila Worden, the Banquet Hall Manager, says there will be bouncehouses, misting stations, water volleyball, prizes, food,...
By: Mary Behanna
ZANESVILLE, OH – This Week’s Animal Shelter Society Pet of the Week isn’t much of a boxer, more of a cuddler. Meet Rocky! He’s a two-year-old Pomeranian-chihuahua mix who’s neutered, up to date on his vaccines, and is looking for his second chance. April Gibson, the Executive Director of the Shelter, says Rocky as well has his dad came to...
By: Mary Behanna
ZANESVILLE, OH – The Annual Zane’s Trace Commemoration kicked off on Friday afternoon with a ribbon cutting. The Commemoration is taking place again on Saturday and will feature the 5 and 10k race beginning at Zane’s Landing, the Parade beginning at 10AM, and following the parade the activities pick back up at Putnam Landing with the Kid’s fishing contest, karaoke,...
By: Mary Behanna
ZANESVILLE, OH – With the weather getting warmer, experts suggest making the most of it by getting out and getting active, especially for adults. Misty Harmon, an Educator in Family and Consumer Sciences with the Perry County OSU Extension office, says as we age we tend to start to cut back on some of the things that can help our...
By: Mary Behanna
ZANESVILLE OH – The Zanesville Appalachian Arts Project Annual Foot By Foot Auction wraps up this weekend. Over 60 artists got involved to create works that honored America’s 250th Birthday and show off the sweet side of the summertime. The Gallery will have a closing party on Saturday, June 27th from 5 to 8PM, with final bids being due in...
By: Mary Behanna
ZANESVILLE, OH – Day 2 of the 2026 Rambo Memorial Health “Camp Wheeze-Away” is in the books! Campers started the day down at Rambo and Shannon Bell, the Executive Director says the campers were a bit tired to start the morning after yesterday’s activities but once they saw the firetruck, the fatigue quickly faded. She says they got to spray...
