Concerns rise over potential oversight in radioactive contamination testing in Pike County drinking water
PIKE COUNTY, Ohio — Residents in Pike County may be facing an invisible threat in their drinking water: Technetium-99 (Tc-99), a radioactive contaminant that, despite its mobility in water and potential health risks, is not included in Ohio’s routine water testing programs. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA) confirms that public water systems must monitor…
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Boil Advisory issued after water service disruption Williamsport
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — A section of the Williamsport village’s water system was temporarily shut down for repairs today, leading to a boil advisory…
Ross-Chillicothe CVB opens applications for 2025 tourism promotion grants
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio – The Ross-Chillicothe Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) has officially launched its 2025 Promotional Grant Assistance Program, offering $25,000 in funding to…
Logan Elm Schools resolve long-standing wastewater violations, Ohio EPA confirms
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio – Logan Elm Local Schools has officially resolved long-standing wastewater violations after implementing corrective measures to address excessive sludge levels in its…
Ohio Attorney General announces $11 million in school safety grants
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio schools can now apply for a share of nearly $11 million in state-funded grants aimed at enhancing school safety, Attorney…
TSA stops two loaded firearms at Dayton International Airport
DAYTON, Ohio – Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Dayton International Airport (DAY) prevented two loaded firearms from making it past security checkpoints last…