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Body of missing Scioto County man found in Waverly
WAVERLY, Ohio — A man who was the subject of a recent missing persons alert has been found deceased in Waverly, bringing a heartbreaking end to the search. Waverly Police Chief John Winfield said officers responded Saturday, Feb. 28, to 404 7th St. after receiving a report of a body located behind the residence over…
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Heavy rain moves in — multiple rounds could impact the region this week
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Forecasters are warning of multiple rounds of rainfall moving into the region this week, with periods of heavier rain expected tonight…
Methane spike at Pike County landfill exceeds state limit, EPA notified
WAVERLY, Ohio — A methane reading above Ohio’s regulatory threshold was recorded last month at the Pike Sanitation Landfill, according to documents submitted to…
Injuries reported in crash at U.S. 35 exit in Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Emergency crews responded to a reported single-vehicle crash Monday afternoon at the U.S. 35 westbound exit ramp at Pleasant Valley Road.…
Arrests, assault, sex offense reported in Vinton County Sheriff’s weekly activity log
McARTHUR, Ohio — The Vinton County Sheriff’s Office responded to a wide range of calls for service between Feb. 25 and March 1, including…
Ohio’s spring burn ban now in effect through May 31
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio’s annual spring burn ban is now in effect and will remain in place through May 31, restricting most outdoor open…