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McArthur water system violated state rules after failing to test for E. coli
McARTHUR, Ohio — The Village of McArthur’s public water system failed to conduct required E. coli testing earlier this spring, the Ohio EPA notified officials Tuesday in a formal notice of violation. Here is what happened in plain terms: when bacteria are detected in tap water, state rules require the water system to immediately test…
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Boil order issued for parts of Athens County following water line work
BUCHTEL, Ohio — The Nelsonville Water Department in Athens County has issued a boil order for residents and businesses on Wilson Avenue and Fork…
Motorcyclist injured after laying down bike on SR 28 in Ross County
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A man suffered a possible broken leg Tuesday morning after laying down his motorcycle on State Route 28, according to…
Portsmouth drug raid nets suspected fentanyl, gun and cash — Dayton man faces felony charges
PORTSMOUTH, Ohio — A multiagency drug investigation culminated Tuesday morning when authorities descended on a Portsmouth apartment, seizing a cache of suspected fentanyl worth…
Chillicothe officer spearheads legal graffiti wall at new skate park
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A Chillicothe police officer is leading an effort to create a dedicated legal graffiti wall at the city’s new skate park,…
Waverly to conduct mosquito spraying Wednesday night
WAVERLY, Ohio — The Village of Waverly will conduct mosquito spraying on Wednesday, May 13, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., officials announced. Ohio…