OHIO — Residents across the Buckeye State take to the polls today. Several key races include Ohio’s highly contested gubernatorial race between Democrat and former Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley and incumbent Governor Mike DeWine. The two candidates have been at odds over multiple issues, including gun control and abortion rights. One of the hottest […]
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White Castle: Chillicothe Police investigation reveals needle inside bag was hoax
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A popular food chain has said that a police investigation has uncovered an untruth about their burger joint. On Monday, the Guardian reported that police were dispatched to White Castle in Chillicothe after a customer reported finding a hypodermic needle in her food bag. Police immediately launched an investigation and started watching […]
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Ohio Attorney General files lawsuit against Family Dollar
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Just days after his office sued Dollar General, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost today filed suit against Virginia-based Family Dollar for also allegedly advertising goods at one price on shelves and charging another price, usually higher, at the checkout counter. “We’re looking not just for reimbursement, but we want a court order […]
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Injuries reported in Pickaway Co. crash
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — Rescue personnel have responded to a two-vehicle crash in Pickaway County. The call came in shortly after 11 a.m. along Huber-Hitler Road near the intersection of Route 56. According to first responders, both vehicles suffered heavy damage. The Guardian could not independently confirm the extent of the injuries in the crash. […]
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Ross County Honor Band to hold annual concert
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — The Ross County Honor Band will hold its annual concert on Tuesday, November 15th. The concert is scheduled for 7:30 PM in the Chillicothe High School Auditorium. The Ross County Honor Band is made up of high school band musicians from Adena, Chillicothe, Huntington, Unioto, Paint Valley, Ross County Christian Academy, […]
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Woman claims hypodermic needle found in food bag from Chillicothe restaurant
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A local woman says she found a hypodermic needle in the bottom of her food bag after visiting a local fast-food establishment in Chillicothe. Reports say it happened Saturday evening. According to the Chillicothe Police Department, officers were contacted by the woman who stated she had purchased food at the White […]
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Pickaway Co. Engineer’s Office announces temporary road closure
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — The Pickaway County Engineer’s Office announced the temporary closure of West Ford Road. According to the county engineer, West Ford Road will be closed between Commercial Point Road and Gibson Road for a bridge repair project. The repairs are expected to last through December 16. Motorists are advised to find an […]
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Investigation continues into weekend fire in Ross Co.
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A Saturday morning structure fire in Ross County is being investigated as arson. According to the Ross County Sheriff’s Office, deputies along with township firefighters responded to a residential structure fire shortly before 9 a.m. Saturday. The fire was in the 300 block of Haney Lane. Reports say the two-story residence […]
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DeWine announces 50 new traffic safety projects
COLUMBUS, Ohio— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Director Dr. Jack Marchbanks today announced details on $121 million in new traffic safety projects planned for Ohio, including the installation of approximately two dozen roundabouts in numerous counties across the state. “A top priority of my administration has been making travel in our […]
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Nelsonville woman indicted after leading police on an hour-long chase
ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio — A Nelsonville woman who led police on an hour-long high-speed chase was indicted this week. On October 29, 25-year-old Hannah Warren allegedly stole a 2017 Nissan SUV. According to reports, the case started with a traffic stop. The driver of the SUV, Kevin McDonald, was stopped for a rear taillight violation. […]