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Utica Faces Tough Road Challenge Against Johnstown

By Jacey Snyder | Oct 19, 2025

Utica faced off against Johnstown in a competitive match, where the Redskins managed to keep pace during the first half.

Hall and Bowen Lead Comeback Victory for Utica

By Jacey Snyder | Oct 12, 2025

Utica triumphed over Northridge for the fourth consecutive year, continuing the intense rivalry between the two schools.

Ridgewood Shuts Out Utica 31-0 Behind Strong Ground Game

By Jacey Snyder | Sep 17, 2025

In a blowout at Utica, Ridgewood beat Utica 31-0 to win its fourth game and hand Utica its third loss.

Utica Cross Country teams make their mark in Virginia

By Jacey Snyder | Sep 16, 2025

The Utica varsity cross country team traveled to Virginia to compete in the RVA Relays, an event that stands out because relays are not common in cross country.

Utica Redskins Face Off Against Danville in Historic First Game on New Turf

By Jacey Snyder | Aug 31, 2025

Utica, following a recent defeat by Centerburg, conceded the first touchdown to Briggs Wallace with 1:56 remaining in the first quarter.

Seniors start with a splash of color

By Jacey Snyder | Aug 30, 2025

The start of a new school year means a new senior class, and a new senior class means the reappearance of many senior traditions, one of the most noticeable being freshly painted senior parking spots.

Utica Volleyball team rallies in first game of season

By Jacey Snyder | Aug 26, 2025

The Utica volleyball team emerged victorious against Watkins in their first game of the season, held at Utica's home court.

Utica shows promise in season opener despite loss to Centerburg

By Jacey Snyder | Aug 26, 2025

A young Utica football team demonstrated potential on Friday night in its season opener, despite a 34-0 defeat to Centerburg on the road.

Utica's strong finish secures fourth in Licking County League golf tournament

By Jacey Snyder | Aug 12, 2025

Utica's Strong Finish Secures Fourth in Licking County League Golf Tournament

When the Clock Strikes Twelve: Midnight Madness Unites Utica Football Team

By Jacey Snyder | Aug 5, 2025

The month of August brings a new kind of practice for football teams preparing for the upcoming season. Starting August 1 at 12:00 a.m. sharp, teams are allowed to engage in full-contact drills with pads on.

Little stars, big voices: Knox County Fair crowns Miss and Mr. 2025

By Jacey Snyder | Jul 22, 2025

Twelve young boys and twenty-seven young girls competed for the prestigious titles of Miss and Mr. Knox County Fair. While only two winners could be crowned, every competitor stepped out of their comfort zone to take part in the event.

Midstates Recreation donates state-of-the-art playground to Harford Fair

By Jacey Snyder | Jul 22, 2025

The Harford Fairgrounds celebrated the grand opening of its brand-new playground on Friday, July 18. The playground is located in the open grassy area near the hog barn.

Redskins reach out: Utica football camp builds future stars

By Jacey Snyder | Jul 19, 2025

The Utica football team recently held its annual youth camp, where players and coaches led drills and games for children in the community interested in football.

Sparkling Fireworks and Small-Town Charm

By Jacey Snyder | Jul 12, 2025

The village of Utica put on its local, well-loved celebration for yet another Fourth of July in sparkling fashion.

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Utica’s Summer Lunch Program: Feeding the next generation

By Jacey Snyder | Jul 5, 2025

Every summer weekday, children in Utica and St. Louisville have the opportunity to receive lunch from 12:00 to 1:00 PM, donated by churches and served by local volunteers.

The most magical place on Earth: Licking County 4-H Camp

By Jacey Snyder | Jun 28, 2025

Kids of all ages traveled to Camp Ohio for Licking County 4-H Camp, this year Disney-themed, to participate in all kinds of activities over the span of four days.

More than a game: Utica Girls Golf team builds bonds at Oglebay

By Jacey Snyder | Jun 21, 2025

The Utica Girls Golf team had the opportunity to travel to Wheeling, West Virginia, to stay and play at the Oglebay Resort.

Beyond the end zone: Utica’s unique wrestling tradition

By Jacey Snyder | Jun 14, 2025

The high school and middle school Utica wrestling team held their annual “Grapple on the Gridiron” wrestling tournament on Saturday, June 7.

Utica Girls Golf team inspires next generation of golfers one swing at a time

By Jacey Snyder | Jun 2, 2025

Involvement in sports starts at a young age, especially if high school sports are a future interest. Coach Pam Vickers and the high school girls' golf team hosted the second annual clinic for elementary and middle school girls in Licking County to boost future engagement with the high school team.

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Par For the Cause: The Utica Redskin Athletic Boosters’ Annual Golf Outing

By Jacey Snyder | May 31, 2025

The Utica Redskin Athletic Boosters are hosting their annual golf outing on June 6. The event will take place at The Links at Echo Springs, the home course for both Utica High School golf teams.

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