Gene Leroy Ditsler loved life and lived it to the fullest for nearly 88 years, from his birth on February 8, 1937 in Valparaiso, IN, until his death on November 7, in Granville, OH. Gene grew up loving sports, especially basketball, and though he wasn’t tall enough to play on the high school team, he […]
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Doggie Paddle Day set at Lake Park Aquatic Center
To end the pool season, the Lake Park Aquatic Center will hold a Doggie Paddle Day on Tuesday, Sept. 3 from 4-7 p.m. The event is sponsored by the Coshocton Veterinary Association. The cost is $5 per dog or you may make a donation of one of the following: KMR kitten formula, canned or dry […]
First Coshocton Dog Fest set for Aug. 17
The first Coshocton Dog Fest will be held at Lake Park on Saturday, Aug. 17. The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. One of the featured activities will be dock diving presented by Ultimate Air Dogs started by Milt Wilcox a former professional baseball player. When he retired, he and his son started this […]
Sweetheart Dance planned
The Sweetheart Dance, presented by Friends of the Parks and co-sponsored by Dean’s Jewelry, will be held Saturday, Feb. 10, from 7-10 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. at Lake Park Pavilion. Music will be by The Easy Street Band. Tickets are $15 and available starting Monday, Jan. 29. They can be purchased at the […]
Fishing derby a hit with kids
The Coshocton County Sportsmen Association hosted the 30th annual Coshocton County Kids Fishing Derby on May 7 at Lake Park. There were five categories based on age: 3-6 boys, 3-6 girls, 7-12 boys, 7-12 girls, and 13-16 boys and girls. The event is always open to the public and it is free . There are […]
Doggy Trot planned at Lake Park
Century 21 is sponsoring a Doggy Trot from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9, at Lake Park on the walking path. There will be a pet parade, costume contest, pet adoption opportunities, petting zoo, pet trick contest, most laps contest and best costume, and music by DJ Eric Fick. T-shirts and bandannas will be given to […]
Annual Wild Turkey banquet cancelled
The Muskingum Valley Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) has decided to cancel the 2021 banquet due to the COVID-19 pandemic, citing concerns for the health and safety of supporters. A spokesperson for the organization said, “We hope to be back stronger than ever for the 2022 banquet.” The banquet is typically held […]
Scavenger hunt fun at the park
Add some excitement to walks at Lake Park by creating a scavenger hunt for kids to do as you enjoy the fresh air. Please remember to keep you children close – do not let them roam the park on their own to find the scavenger hunt items. Give your children a checklist and let them […]
Lake Park Aquatic Center will remain closed in 2020
The Board of Park Commissioners met in special session on May 20 to review and discuss summer plans for the Lake Park Aquatic Center. Last week, Governor Mike DeWine announced that swimming pool and aquatic centers could open on Tuesday, May 26, providing they could follow the Guidelines in Responsible Restart Ohio as well as […]
