ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A manhunt is underway in Ross County following a pursuit. According to initial reports, deputies attempted to stop the driver when they fled from them at a high rate of speed. The pursuit continued along Trego Creek Road before the suspect bailed from the vehicle and fled on foot into a […]
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Chillicothe Police Department’s K9 Tobi officially retires
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Today, the Chillicothe Police Department (CPD) officially retired the K9 known as “Tobi” at the age of 8 years old. Tobi served in the K9 unit for six years under the supervision of Officer Chris King. Tobi was born in September 2014, in Hungary and graduated from the Ohio State Highway Patrol […]
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Huntington Township fire chief shares concerns over future of department
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Concerns over the future of the Huntington Township Fire Department continue, which has the department’s Chief taking to social media to voice frustrations. Last month, the township trustees of Huntington Township in Ross County made an abrupt decision to restructure the way the local fire department handled EMS services. Trustees Larry […]
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Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost to host a webinar on elder abuse
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The issue of elder abuse affects us all, which is why Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is encouraging Ohioans to register for a free webinar focused on empowering and protecting those 60 and older. “A Strong and Just Ohio: Reframing the Elder Abuse Discussion” – to be presented on June 22 by […]
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Scioto County Students begin Summer Manufacturing Camp
PORTSMOUTH, Ohio — Yesterday, in a collaborative effort with the office of U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and Verizon, Shawnee State University began hosting two simultaneous summer manufacturing camps. The purpose of these camps will be to help teach Scioto County students about manufacturing, teamwork, and local production facilities. One camp, which involves the local […]
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Two cars were stolen from Waverly dealership
PIKE COUNTY, Ohio —The Waverly Police Department is investigating the theft of two vehicles from the Herrnstein Autogroup in Waverly. According to the police department, a 2013 Dodge Charger and a 2022 Jeep Wagoneer were stolen. The 2013 Dodge Charger, the dealership says, is gray in color with license plate FZL1141. The Jeep Wagoneer is […]
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Body found near Deer Creek in Williamsport
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio —The Pickaway County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the discovery of a body near Williamsport this morning. Multiple fire departments responded to route 22 at Deer Creek just outside the village after receiving a call about a body being found. The Pickaway County Coroner’s Office was dispatched to the scene shortly before 11 […]
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Missing kayaker found in Pickaway Co. following search
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — A missing kayaker was found in Pickaway County following a lengthy search of the Scioto River. Multiple fire departments, ODNR, and other rescue personnel responded to the Scioto River near the area of Island Road. Drones and boats were utilized, authorities say in the search. Shortly before 10:30 p.m., officials say, […]
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NWS says more showers and storms are possible today
WILMINGTON, Ohio — Showers and a few thunderstorms will be possible today. According to the Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Oklahoma, much of the area remains under a marginal risk for severe weather. An approaching cold front will slowly push across the region this evening. Locally heavy rainfall and gusty winds will be possible. Stay […]
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Chillicothe Police arrest man after a shooting on the city’s east side
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Chillicothe Police Department responded to a call of shots fired early Monday morning. According to the police report obtained by the Guardian, officers responded to the area of Sherman Park, where they were approached by several residents saying a male subject named Taylor pointed a gun at them and then fired […]