Washington Court House City Schools and all sporting events are closed the rest of the week after a flu epidemic sweeps the state. The district is closed entirely for January 30 and 31. The district will resume on Monday, February 3. All school activities, such as sporting events and club activities are cancelled. “Unfortunately, the […]
Adelphi man charged with burglary after homeowners attack
A family in Adelphi received a scare Wednesday afternoon after their neighbor broke into their home. Shortly after 3 p.m., they called 9-1-1 to say that their neighbor was trying to break inside their house while they were home. Deputies raced to the area, but before they could arrive, the people who called for help […]
Two vehicles crash on Westfall Road
The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two vehicle crash that occurred on Westfall Road northeast of Simmons Road in Ross County at approximately 7:47 a.m. on January 29, 2020. A 2006 Toyota Scion driven by Brandon Smith, 18 of Chillicothe, was traveling southwest on Westfall Road. A 2019 Jeep Cherokee driven by Carrie […]
Zane Trace and Huntington schools shut down rest of week
Zane Trace and Huntington Local schools in Ross County are shut down until next Monday. The closures come have a flu epidemic has plagued the area.
Details emerge of New Holland fiscal officer’s embezzlement, firing
Details are starting to emerge about the firing of New Holland’s fiscal officer. Mavis Yourchuck was fired on Friday after allegations surfaced she was padding her check with extra pay. Documents released by the village on Tuesday outline that Yourchuck was a part time employee who had asked to be given full time wages. In […]
Semi rolls over on Vigo Road, one hurt
A semi rolled over on Vigo Road in Ross County Tuesday afternoon. It happened near Richmond Dale at around 1 p.m. The truck was carry logs from a nearby logging operation and belonged to Mason Logging. The driver was rushed to Adena Regional for injuries. His condition is not immediately known. LIVE VIDEO:
Police situation at Teays Valley, school evacuated
There was a heavy police presence at Teays Valley Schools on Tuesday. The Pickaway County Sheriff was on scene and has evacuated the building. Ashville Police were also on scene. Initial reports indicated an unfounded bomb threat was the reason. While the Sheriff has not commented on why they had numerous deputies on the school’s […]
Meeting scheduled Tuesday to decide fate of Circleville Police
The fate of the Circleville Police Department’s dispatching center will be discussed Tuesday night. Here’s the media release the police department posted online: Tomorrow night Tuesday January 28, 2020 at 6pm there will be a meeting at Circleville City Hall on S. Court St to discuss the future of the Circleville Police Dispatch Center. The […]
Six people hurt in crash on 207 at River Road
Numerous ambulances were at the scene of a serious crash on route 207 in Ross County. State troopers report that six people were hurt in the crash that happened just before 7 p.m. near River Road involving two vehicles. No other details at this time. LIVE VIDEO:
Chillicothe woman uses gym day-pass to rob changing room lockers
A woman in Chillicothe is locked up behind bars after she reportedly stole numerous credit cards at a local gym. It happened over the course of the last week stemming from a visit to Planet Fitness in Ross County. Police report that two women were visiting the gym and had their purses stored in the […]
