New Lexington, OH

Polly Ann Salyer of New Lexington, passed away on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. She was born on January 1, 1951, in Columbus, and she spent her life being exactly the kind of person people do not forget: sharp, spirited, creative, and entirely unafraid to let you know when something was not up to her standards. When she was able to...

THORNVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) — Sometimes, a rivalry game brings out the best in both teams. That was certainly the case as Perry County rivals New Lexington and Sheridan pushed each other... Read More

TRI-VALLEY – 34 JOHN GLENN – 28 PHILO – 27 MAYSVILLE – 13 SHERIDAN – 43 NEW LEXINGTON – 36 COSHOCTON – 49 RIVER VIEW – 0 WEST MUSKINGUM – 30 MEADOWBROOK – 0 CROOKSVILLE – 42 MORGAN – 28 LICKING VALLEY – 48 ZANESVILLE – 7 GRANVILLE – 22 LICKING HEIGHTS – 0 HEATH – 58 LAKEWOOD – 0...

Brian Keith Hinerman, 55, of New Lexington, With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the unexpected passing of Brian Keith Hinerman, who passed away at 12:00 a.m. on October 21, 2026, following a tragic accident. Brian’s passing leaves an immeasurable void in the hearts of his family, friends, and the community he loved so dearly. Brian was truly a...

Written by: Jarrod Allen NEW LEXINGTON, Ohio — Cancer awareness was put in the spotlight in New Lexington as the Perry County Cancer Alliance hosted their annual candlelight vigil in front of the New Lexington Fire Department and adjacent to City Hall on Thursday, October 15. Brandy & Tommy Hettick engaged the attendees in song, and cancer stories were shared...

NEW LEXINGTON, Ohio (WOUB) — The New Lexington Panthers (9-0) would host the Morgan Raiders (2-7) in an MVL-Small matchup on senior night.   On the opening drive, Lane Ratliff... Read More

TRI-VALLEY – 38 SHERIDAN – 21 PHILO – 42 JOHN GLENN – 27 MAYSVILLE – 56 RIVER VIEW – 6 NEW LEXINGTON – 43 MORGAN – 6 WEST MUSKINGUM – 55 COSHOCTON – 6 MEADOWBROOK – 26 CROOKSVILLE – 21 ZANESVILLE – 27 WATKINS – 38 LICKING VALLEY – 42 GRANVILLE – 28 LAKEWOOD – 11 JOHNSTOWN-MONROE – 54 HEATH...

BOYS SOCCER JOHN GLENN – 1 RIVER VIEW – 0 SHERIDAN – 4 LIBERTY UNION – 2 MAYSVILLE – 1 CAMBRIDGE – 1 WARREN – 2 WEST MUSKINGUM – 1 COSHOCTON – 3 GRANVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY – 1 FAIRFIELD UNION – 12 NEW LEXINGTON – 1 ZANESVILLE – 15 LAKEWOOD – 0   GIRLS SOCCER SHERIDAN – 4 WEST MUSKINGUM...

NEW LEXINGTON, OH – An event to highlight those battling cancer and to remember those who have lost their battle will be happening tomorrow night in Perry County. The Perry County Cancer Alliance will be hosting their Annual Cancer Awareness Vigil beginning at 6PM in front of the New Lexington Fire Department and Administration Building. Karen Newlon, the Support Coordinator,...

Peggy Christina Sharkey, 78, of New Lexington passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 following a brief illness. She was born, the only daughter to the late Jessie and Betty (Williams) Nelson on March 13, 1948. Peggy will be remembered as a woman whose warmth and love left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her. She worked for many...