ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio– The Athens County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for assistance in finding a missing runaway. The teens name is Mitchell Shields, age 14. Shields, according to the Sheriff, was last seen at his home in Millfield on December 3rd, 2021 at 9:30 am wearing a brown Carhartt jacket, black jeans, work […]
Posted inLocal News, Pike County, Waverly
Waverly Water and Sewer billing office to temporarily close
WAVERLY, Ohio — According to officials with the Village of Waverly, the billing office for the Water and Sewer Department will be closed. In a public statement, the department said the office will be closed until their remodeling efforts on the entrance are completed. Payments, officials say, can be placed in the dropbox at the […]
Posted inPickaway County
Circleville police seize drugs during traffic stop
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — On Thursday, the Circleville Police Department seized a large amount of suspected illegal narcotics during a traffic stop. According to reports, officers saw a known drugs trafficker on Kingston Pike at the intersection of Ohio Street at around 11:45 p.m. After numerous traffic infractions, the car was stopped by police. Soon after, […]
Posted inRoss County
A new star is set to shine over Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A new star is preparing to light up the night sky over Chillicothe. According to Pixelle Specialty Solutions, this Friday, at 5:00 p.m., the Chillicothe mill will light a giant star adorning the mill’s highest point. The company says this will be a small gift to help celebrate the holidays. Keith Wahoske, […]
Posted inGovernment, Local News
State officials warn of counterfeit pills
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Narcotics Intelligence Center (ONIC) released a public safety bulletin today alerting Ohioans that counterfeit/fake prescription tablets that look like alprazolam (Xanax®) and oxycodone (Oxycontin®) are being sold in Ohio. These dangerous counterfeits contain fentanyl, a powerful drug that can kill, and other contents that could cause death. The number and […]
Posted inChillicothe, Local News, Ross County
Ross Co. Historical Society holding holiday open house
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Ross County Historical Society invites the public to celebrate the holidays at its Christmas Open House Saturday, December 11, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Ross County Heritage Center, 45 West Fifth Street, Chillicothe. Features will include a beautiful, one-of-a-kind Christmas tree decorated with hundreds of hand-cut paper ornaments by local artist Bonnie […]
Posted inGovernment
Head Start locations to require masking of toddlers
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Starting Monday, children attending Head Start locations across the nation will have to mask up. According to the federal Office of Head Start, every center must comply with the new guidance released by the Center for Disease Control. “Universal masking, with some, noted exceptions, for all individuals two years of age […]
Posted inVinton County
Police canine finds wanted suspect in Vinton Co.
VINTON COUNTY, Ohio — Police were called to Vinton Green apartments in McArthur on November 24 to investigate a possible domestic dispute. The victim, according to reports, was waiting for Chief Heaton when he arrived. The victim claimed that her boyfriend Darion Blair assaulted her during an argument. The victim, police say, was injured and […]
Posted inChillicothe
Is the Carlisle Hill Star being removed?
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Is the Carlisle Hill Star overlooking the city of Chillicothe coming down? Local residents have taken to social media about an online posting that said the star was being removed. Residents across the area have become concerned that the star that shines brightly during the holiday season will be taken down following two […]
Posted inRoss County
Ross County pharmacist indicted on felony drug charges
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A local Ross County pharmacist has been indicted on over a dozen felony drug charges. According to court records obtained by the Guardian, Matthew Knisley was indicted on 19 felony counts of cocaine possession. Investigators said Knisley purchased “pure cocaine HCL crystals,” a schedule 2 controlled substance, “for his personal use,” […]