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Unopposed, unfiltered, and undefeated: Ross County voters argue with Jeff Lehner online — then vote for him
Jeff Lehner had no opponent Tuesday and still drew more votes than anyone else on the Ross County ballot, including the Republican nominee for governor. A precinct-by-precinct look at why voters who argue with the county auditor online keep voting for him anyway.
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Ross Co. Sheriff Crime Log – November 8, 2026
The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 9 incidents on November 8, 2026, ranging from welfare checks and criminal trespass to telecommunications harassment, animal…
Chillicothe police chief retires after 31-year career
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Chief Ron Meyers worked his final day leading the Chillicothe Police Department this week, closing out 31 years with the department,…
Highland County sheriff’s office reports domestic violence, disorderly conduct charges
HILLSBORO, Ohio — A Highland County juvenile was charged with domestic violence after deputies responded to an unruly-juvenile call, one of several incidents the…
Chillicothe Police Crime Log – November 7, 2026
The Chillicothe Police Department responded to 11 incidents on November 7, 2026, ranging from traffic stops and disorderly conduct complaints to a drug overdose…
Ross Co. Sheriff Crime Log – November 7, 2026
The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 7 incidents on November 7, 2026, ranging from traffic stops and disorderly conduct to criminal trespass and…