Scioto Valley Guardian Top Stories
Go inside the Vinton County house of horrors: 3-D tour
HAMDEN, Ohio — A virtual 3D tour of a century-old home in rural Vinton County reveals the harrowing conditions where 16 children lived until their rescue last month, offering a stark digital glimpse into what authorities described as unimaginable neglect. Bugs crawl across surfaces in nearly every room captured by the tour. Piles of clutter…
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Piketon company repairs fire department’s ladder truck at no cost
PIKETON, Ohio — A Piketon manufacturing company repaired a critical part on the Piketon Seal Township Fire Department’s ladder truck at no charge after…
Ross County commissioners award $2.4 million paving contract, boost Frankfort grant
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Ross County commissioners awarded a $2.42 million contract for the second phase of paving, milling and striping work on county and…
Washington firefighters offer free smoke alarms to Fayette Co. seniors
WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE, Ohio — The Washington Fire Department is offering free smoke alarms to Fayette County homeowners who need one, with priority given…
Ross County health officials report 22 Cyclospora cases since mid-June
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Ross County has recorded 22 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis since mid-June, according to an update the Ross County Health District posted…
Circleville Police Calls for Service – July 23, 2026
The Circleville Police Department responded to 44 calls for service on July 23, 2026. Notable incidents included two arrests, multiple theft and burglary reports,…