COLUMBUS, Ohio — Bob Dole, who survived World War II battle wounds to become a prominent figure in American politics as a long-serving senator from Kansas and a presidential candidate, died on Sunday. He was 98 years old. Governor Mike DeWine issued the following statement today in response to the death of Dole. “We just […]
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ODOT to add message boards in Ross Co.
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Ohio Department of Transportation will be placing message boards along a Ross County highway. According to ODOT, “In an effort to increase safety during these peak traffic conditions, the Ohio Department of Transportation has placed digital message boards along Route 35 approaching the North Bridge Street interchange to alert travelers to […]
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Crash in Ross Co. sends one by medical helicopter
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A two-vehicle crash was reported in southern Ross County on Saturday afternoon. Fire and rescue units from Huntington Township responded to the area of Route 772 at Bishop Hill Road. 9-1-1 dispatch initially reported a two-car head-on collision at the intersection. Emergency personnel, along with law enforcement, rushed to the scene […]
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14 charged in million-dollar drug trafficking operation
CINCINNATI, Ohio — A federal grand jury has indicted 14 people in connection with a narcotics conspiracy that has been ongoing for at least the past four years, according to the indictment. Each of the defendants is accused of conspiring to distribute 400 grams or more of fentanyl, a crime punishable by at least 10 […]
Posted inAthens County, Local News
Athens Co. Sheriff asks public assistance in finding a missing runaway
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, […]
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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, […]
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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 […]