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7 threats and counting: Sheriff provides update on serial bomb threats
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Seven bomb threats in 43 days have been reported against the Huntington Local School District since mid-January, according to the Ross County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff George Lavender said that since Jan. 13, a total of seven bomb threats have been made against the district, with the most recent occurring yesterday. Authorities…
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Over 77,000 concealed carry permits issued in Ohio last year
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio’s county sheriffs issued 77,159 concealed handgun licenses and renewals in 2025, according to the state’s annual concealed carry report released…
One Ohio lawmaker wants the power to tax your groceries and drinks
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A Republican state lawmaker has introduced a proposal that would ask Ohio voters to remove a constitutional prohibition on taxing food…
Repeat Licking County sex offender pleads guilty to new child pornography charges
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A Licking County man with prior sex offense convictions has pleaded guilty in federal court to new child pornography charges, according…
Brazen ATM heist attempt caught on camera
PICKERINGTON, Ohio — Two crooks thought it would be a great idea to try ripping an ATM out of a bank before sunrise. It…
Ross County commissioners meeting preview
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Ross County Board of Commissioners is set to meet Monday with drainage infrastructure, community partnerships, and economic development among the…