CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A popular frozen custard brand with locations in Chillicothe and Waverly has been sold to a Kentucky businessman, with plans to build one in Circleville. Whit’s Frozen Custard, established in 2003 in Licking County, was purchased by Bill Aseere, CEO of Space Cowboys Restaurant Group and the second largest franchisee owner of […]
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Mother, son sentenced to 14 years in deadly Pickaway Co. dog attack
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — A mother and her son were sentenced to at least 14 years in prison Wednesday after their dogs killed a 73-year-old woman last year. Susan and Adam Withers were each found guilty in February of several charges related to the death of Jo Echelbarger. They were sentenced to 11 to 16.5 […]
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Motorcyclist dies after crash in southern Ohio
SCIOTO COUNTY, Ohio — A Portsmouth man died Wednesday afternoon after losing control of his motorcycle and striking a guardrail on State Route 73, authorities said. The Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Portsmouth Post received a call at 2:42 p.m. reporting a motorcycle injury crash near mile post 14 in Scioto County, according to a statement […]
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Two Chillicothe residents sent to federal prison for helping Mexican cartel
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A Columbus man and a Chillicothe woman pleaded guilty Wednesday in U.S. District Court to drug and money laundering charges stemming from their roles in assisting two Chillicothe brothers traffic narcotics from Mexico and Arizona. Todd Michael Fulkerson, 42, of Columbus, admitted to conspiring to distribute and possess with intent to distribute […]
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Chillicothe Police Crime Log – April 01, 2025
On March 31, 2025, Chillicothe Police Department officers responded to a variety of incidents across the city, including vehicle violations, theft reports, drug-related activity, and multiple disorderly conduct calls. The day included one non-suspicious death, numerous traffic citations, and ongoing investigations into complaints ranging from criminal mischief to overdose and trespassing. Below are summaries for […]
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Ross Co. Sheriff Crime Log – April 1, 2025
On April 1, 2025, a total of 18 incidents were reported across Ross County, encompassing a variety of situations. Key incidents included drug-related offenses, domestic violence reports, vehicular infractions, and several non-criminal activities. Multiple cases involved non-criminal activities, highlighting a range of community interactions handled by deputies. Key criminal cases involved possession of drugs, domestic […]
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Drugs recovered in traffic stop near Massieville
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A traffic stop on Massieville Road near Cauble Lane late on this week led to the discovery of suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia, resulting in a summons for the driver, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office reported. Deputy Trenton Morgan initiated the stop after observing a red 2004 Kia Optima with an expired […]
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Alleged drunken driver causes crash in Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A woman was arrested for operating a vehicle under the influence (OVI) following a rear-end collision on State Route 159 near Hopetown Road this week, according to the Ross County Sheriff’s Office. Deputy Brayden Woodbridge responded to the non-injury crash around 6:52 p.m. and found two vehicles parked on the southbound shoulder. […]
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State lawmakers want to give Cleveland Browns $600 million for new stadium
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio House unveiled a budget proposal this week that includes $600 million in bonds to fund a new domed stadium for the Cleveland Browns in Brook Park, despite opposition from Gov. Mike DeWine and Cleveland city leaders. The plan, released by the House Finance Committee as part of the state’s two-year […]
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Nine indicted, including Bainbridge and Greenfield residents
HILLSBORO, Ohio — A Highland County grand jury issued indictments against nine individuals on Tuesday, with several charges involving residents of Bainbridge and Greenfield, including allegations of sexual misconduct, drug possession, and arson. Among those indicted, Donald L. Holt, 39, of Bainbridge, faces one count of tampering with evidence, a third-degree felony, and one count […]