GREENFIELD, Ohio — Local country music hitmaker, Brad Martin, died this week, according to his family. Martin was a Greenfield native who turned out country hits in the early 2000s. Most notably was his hit song, “Before I Knew Better.” The song charted on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs. According to the late singer’s online biography, […]
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Iranian missile strike near U.S. consulate, officials say
WASHINGTON, D.C.— Iran launched a missile strike in northern Iraq on Sunday. According to reports, the strike was near the U.S. consulate in Erbil, Iraq. A senior U.S. official told the Associated Press that no injuries or damage to the consulate were reported. The attack was the first such strike inside the country since Iran […]
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Robyn Brewster sworn in as new Ross County Auditor
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — For the second time in the county’s history, a woman has been sworn in as the Auditor of Ross County. Robyn L. Brewster took the oath on Wednesday at the Ross County Courthouse. Her appointment comes after the county’s Democratic Party voted to fill the vacancy left by retiring Auditor Tom […]
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Xander A. Martin
Xander was born January 3, 2015 to Joshawa Martin and Samantha (Thomas) Hughes who survive. He was born facing adversity. What most people take for granted; Xander fought to achieve. He overcame his challenges with strength and determination. His glowing spirit inspired every person he met. Xander is survived by his brothers Joshawa Martin […]
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Athens Co. “to catch a predator” operation lands one man in jail
ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio — “To catch a predator operation” lands one man in jail. According to Athens County Sheriff Rodney Smith, 42-year-old Jason Dummitt of Wilkesville was arrested this week after an online investigation. Reports say Dummitt contacted an undercover detective posing as an underage 14-year-old girl. The sheriff’s office said the man spoke with […]
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Winter Storm Warning issued for portions of the Scioto Valley
WILMINGTON, Ohio — A Winter Storm Warning goes into effect this evening for parts of the Scioto Valley. Meteorologists with the National Weather Service said 3 to 5 inches of snow is expected. Snow showers will begin this evening, forecasters said, before becoming heavier overnight. Temperatures will continue to fall across the area and will […]
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Greenfield woman accused of animal cruelty makes first court appearance in Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A Greenfield woman accused of animal cruelty will be arraigned in a Chillicothe courtroom today. Cathy Cobb, 47, of Greenfield, faces charges following an investigation by the Ross County Dog Warden. According to reports, in February, a resident contacted the Ross County Dog Warden regarding dogs inside an abandoned building. Officials with […]
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Winter Storm Watch issued for the Scioto Valley
WILMINGTON, Ohio— The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a Winter Storm Watch for the Scioto Valley. The National Weather Service predicts 3 to 5 inches of snow will fall, with some areas receiving more snow than others. The watch goes into effect Friday evening and extends through Saturday afternoon. Motorists should expect travel delays […]
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Police conduct live training throughout Chillicothe on Wednesday
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Police said that the community should not be alarmed Wednesday if they hear talks of a mass casualty incident. Law enforcement told the Guardian that local agencies were conducting a “live” training simulation in Chillicothe on Wednesday. The training was for a mass casualty incident — also known as a situation where […]
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Name of person found dead in Chillicothe garage released by police
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio— Chillicothe Police officials released the name of the woman found inside a garage on the east side of Chillicothe. Marcia Jones, 50, of Chillicothe was found in a garage in the alley between Sugar Street and Scioto Avenue around noon on Sunday. Reports say that she was found leaning against a pile of […]