Obituary Michael F. Bosstic, 57 of Chillicothe died Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at Ohio State University Hospital, Columbus. He was born May 6, 1964, in Chillicothe, Ohio to the late Clyde Bosstic Sr. and Arthea Hilton Bosstic. Michael is survived by his lifetime love and partner, Eva Cox, children, Lisa […]
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Man killed in fire, three others rescued in Amanda Township
AMANDA TOWNSHIP, Ohio — A man died Thursday morning in a house fire near the Pickaway and Fairfield County line. Firefighters with Amanda Township said that they were called to 7985 Lancaster-Circleville Road just after 1 a.m. When crews arrived, the house was engulfed with flames shooting through the house. Three people were able to escape […]
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U.S. 23 Major Crimes arrests several in drug sting
HOCKING COUNTY, Ohio — Several people were arrested for drugs and outstanding warrants in a sting operation. On Wednesday, the Hocking County Sheriff’s Office and the U.S. 23 Major Crimes Task Force with assistance from the United States Marshal Service’s Southern Ohio Fugitive Apprehension Strike Team (SOFAST) executed several arrest warrants. The warrants were the […]
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Ross Co. Sheriff locates body of missing man
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — The Sheriff of Ross County said he has found a body of a missing man. Brian D. Jones, 53, went missing two days ago in a wooded area near Charleston Pike, the Sheriff said. The Sheriff said Jones was on a camping trip. On Thursday morning, search crews found Jones’ body […]
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Jason Kroll
After a short battle, Jason “Big Daddy” Kroll, went to his final resting place on May 24, 2021. He is survived by his wife Victoria Kroll of 7 years, and their 8 children: Maykayla, Shayna, Matthew, Laela, Linley, Alana, Ellie, and Ryan. Jason also leaves behind his parents: Rod and Sylvia Kroll; bonus parents: Valerie […]
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Get free Tecumseh tickets from the Guardian
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Guardian is giving away free tickets to see Chillicothe’s own Tecumseh, including VIP packages! Witness the epic life story of the legendary Shawnee leader as he struggles to defend his sacred homelands in the Ohio country during the late 1700’s. In order to be entered in to win your set of […]
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Lawmakers consider removing cell phones from Ohio drivers’ hands
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio continues to push legislation that would all but eliminate drivers legally using mobile phones in cars by any method other than hands-free. Bill sponsors recently offered the first testimony to House Bill 283 before the House Criminal Justice Committee. The measure would expand the state’s texting-and-driving law with the goal of […]
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Walmart hiring for Washington Court House distribution center
WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE, Ohio — Walmart is hiring up to 200 associates, including order fillers and other key roles along with lift drivers, to support its Washington Court House grocery distribution center. The company is looking to fill the positions to support its growing business after reporting very strong sales increases, both online and in […]
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Charles L. Orr
Charles L. Orr, 52, of Chillicothe, passed away Monday afternoon, at the Adena Regional Medical Center. Arrangements are being completed at this time.
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Gordon Willis Boyer
Gordon Willis Boyer, 81, of Chillicothe, passed away Monday afternoon, May 24, 2021 at the Adena Regional Medical Center, following an extended illness. He was born August 27, 1939 in Jamestown, Ohio, son of the late Walter Willis and Donna Lorie (Gordon) Boyer. In accordance with his wishes, there will be no public calling hours […]