Today’s incident report highlights a range of activities, including arrests for disorderly conduct, investigations into residential and vehicle-related offenses, and non-criminal complaints. Key incidents involve a runaway juvenile, burglary, a disorderly dispute over rental agreements, and a sexual assault complaint. Failure to Comply with Order or Signal of P.O., Chillicothe Case Number: SO-P2501421 Deputy Williamson […]
Posted inChillicothe, Local News, Ross County
Pres. Trump says “there are methods” for a third term, and says he’s “not joking”
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump stirred controversy Sunday by refusing to rule out a third term, responding to a new House Republican proposal to amend the 22nd Amendment with cryptic comments about “methods” to extend his presidency beyond constitutional limits. The remarks came during a phone interview with NBC News’ Kristen Welker, where Trump was […]
Posted inBainbridge, Local News, Pickaway County, Ross County
Lancaster Police seek information on weekend shooting
LANCASTER, Ohio — Lancaster Police Department officers responded to reports of gunshots in the 500 block of Harrison Avenue early Saturday morning. Upon arriving at the scene, police found a 19-year-old male with a gunshot wound. The victim was quickly transported to a hospital in Columbus, where he is receiving treatment for injuries that are […]
Posted inChillicothe, Fayette County, Local News, Ross County
New truck stop coming to Fayette County
WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE, Ohio — The City of Washington Court House Economic Strategies and Cooperation committee met Wednesday to discuss ongoing projects, including a significant development by Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores in Fayette County. Love’s Travel Stops, a family-owned company founded in 1964 by Tom and Judy Love, is headquartered in Oklahoma City, […]
Posted inAdams County, Athens County, Clinton County, Fayette County, Highland County, Hocking County, Jackson County, Lawerence County, Local News, Madison County, Meigs County, New Holland, Pickaway County, Pike County, Ross County, Vinton County
Unemployment numbers rise across southern Ohio as fears of recession looms
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Ohio climbed last week, reflecting a slight increase in layoffs across the state, including in Ross County and surrounding areas. The U.S. Department of Labor reported Thursday that new jobless claims rose to 5,694 for the week ending March 22, 2025, up from 5,468 the previous […]
Posted inAdams County, Athens County, Chillicothe, Clinton County, Fayette County, FEATURED, Gallia County, Highland County, Hocking County, Jackson County, Lawerence County, Local News, Madison County, Meigs County, New Holland, Pickaway County, Pike County, Ross County
Storms sweep across the region, many without power
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Warm and humid air that settled over southern Ohio on Friday and Saturday paved the way for strong to severe storms that swept through Ross County and Chillicothe Sunday night. The storm system, which arrived after dark, was expected to persist into early Monday morning. Local meteorologists issued alerts Sunday and into […]
Posted inAthens County, Chillicothe, Clinton County, Fayette County, FEATURED, Gallia County, Highland County, Hocking County, Jackson County, Lawerence County, Local News, Madison County, Meigs County, New Holland, Pickaway County, Pike County, Ross County
Ohio officials has a measles outbreak. Here’s what to know
Chillicothe, Ohio, Joins State in Facing Measles Outbreak Concerns CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Ross County and the city of Chillicothe are now grappling with growing concerns over measles as Ohio becomes part of a rising number of states hit by a recent outbreak of the highly contagious disease. Health officials in the region are urging residents […]
Posted inAthens County, Chillicothe, Clinton County, Fayette County, FEATURED, Gallia County, Highland County, Hocking County, Jackson County, Lawerence County, Local News, Madison County, Meigs County, New Holland, Pickaway County, Pike County, Ross County
Ohio officials has a measles outbreak. Here’s what to know
Chillicothe, Ohio, Joins State in Facing Measles Outbreak Concerns CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Ross County and the city of Chillicothe are now grappling with growing concerns over measles as Ohio becomes part of a rising number of states hit by a recent outbreak of the highly contagious disease. Health officials in the region are urging residents […]
Posted inChillicothe, FEATURED, Local News, Ross County
Ohio officially has measles outbreak. Here’s what to know
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Ross County and the city of Chillicothe are now grappling with growing concerns over measles as Ohio becomes part of a rising number of states hit by a recent outbreak of the highly contagious disease. Health officials in the region are urging residents to ensure their vaccinations are up to date as […]
