MEGAN HENRY, Ohio Capital Journal — Two Ohio universities are not going forward with campus events in response to the U.S. Department of Education’s “Dear Colleague” letter threatening university funding and resources, as well as pending legislation in the Ohio Statehouse. Ohio University canceled its annual Black Alumni Reunion, which was scheduled for April 10-13, and OU’s Lancaster campus canceled its […]
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Is Centrus’ HALEU Project in Piketon adding to Pike County’s environmental issues?
PIKETON, Ohio – Pike County residents are no strangers to concerns about nuclear contamination. For decades, the Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant has been a focal point of radiation exposure fears, health concerns, and legal battles. Now, with Centrus Energy Corp.’s HALEU (High-Assay, Low-Enriched Uranium) demonstration project underway, new questions are emerging: Is Centrus’ operation adding […]
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Ohio Senate Bill 2 sparks heated debate over energy future
COLUMBUS, Ohio – A new energy bill is making its way through the Ohio Senate and is generating significant controversy, pitting consumer advocates and environmental groups against industry players and some lawmakers. Senate Bill 2 (SB 2), sponsored by Senator Bill Reineke, aims to overhaul Ohio’s energy infrastructure with a focus on deregulation and faster […]
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Stolen vehicle from Texas recovered in Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio – A stolen vehicle saga that began in Texas has found a resolution in Chillicothe, as local police successfully located and recovered a 2013 brown Ford F-150 reported missing from Killeen, Texas. The vehicle was found unoccupied in the 100 block of Sycamore Street yesterday. The discovery followed a tip received by the […]
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Billy Wagner returns to Pike County for pre-trial
WAVERLY, Ohio — In the latest development of the Piketon Massacre case, Billy Wagner, the patriarch implicated in Ohio’s most notorious homicide, is set to return to Pike County for a pre-trial conference scheduled for March 21, 2025. This court appearance comes amid last-minute attempts by Wagner’s defense to relocate the trial from its current […]
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Ollie’s expands bargain empire with acquisition of 40 Big Lots locations
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania — Ollie’s Bargain Outlet has officially announced its latest acquisition of 40 Big Lots store leases. The deal, which encompasses leases across several states, includes four locations in Ohio: 818 S. Main St. in Bowling Green, 540 Water St. in Chardon, 1925 Tiffin Ave. in Findlay, and 4633 Roosevelt Blvd. in Middletown. This […]
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Chillicothe Police Crime Log – March 17, 2025
Overall, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to 19 incidents on March 16, 2025, ranging from traffic violations and hit-skip accidents to theft and disorderly conduct. Several arrests were made, and multiple investigations remain ongoing. Traffic Stop Leads to Drug-Related Arrest Case Number: PD-P2501333 Officers conducted a traffic stop at 61 N Bridge St, resulting in […]
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Ross Co. Sheriff Crime Log – March 17, 2025
On March 17, 2025, law enforcement in Ross County responded to various incidents, including traffic violations, domestic violence, and reports of disorderly conduct. Notable incidents involved a vehicle pursuit due to traffic violations and a burglary in progress. Several non-criminal incidents were reported, and investigations were initiated where necessary. Traffic Violations and Warrant Arrest Case […]
