COLUMBUS, Ohio — In a new bi-partisan initiative, the Ohio General Assembly is considering Senate Bill 145 (SB 145), introduced by Senators Michele Reynolds [R] and Hearcel Craig [D]. This bill proposes to rename the Ohio Department of Development to the Ohio Department of Housing and Development. The bill also aims to enact revisions across […]
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Highland and Hocking counties selected for new children’s dental services pilot program
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Health Director Bruce Vanderhoff have announced a new initiative aimed at enhancing dental care for school-age children in underserved areas, including Highland and Hocking Counties. The initiative, known as the Ohio Children’s Dental Services Pilot Program, was revealed during the Governor’s 2025 State of the […]
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Chillicothe Police release report on Yoctangee Park shooting nearly two months later
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Chillicothe Police Department nearly two months after the fact has released their report on a shooting incident that occurred on January 31, in Yoctangee Park near Enderlin Circle. At approximately 11:47 PM, officers responded to reports of gunfire near the floodwall and pump house. Upon arrival, they encountered a 33-year-old male […]
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One trapped after rollover crash in Pickaway County
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — A severe two-vehicle rollover accident occurred this morning around 9:20 AM on Walnut Creek Pike at State Route 752 in Pickaway County, resulting in significant entrapment and vehicle damage. Emergency responders rushed to the scene where they found both vehicles heavily damaged. One passenger, who was trapped in the wreckage, has […]
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Trump nominates Anduril exec as Army Undersecretary, stirring Pentagon waters
WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, President Donald Trump nominated Michael Obadal, a senior executive from Anduril Industries, as the next under-secretary of the Army. This nomination isn’t just another bureaucratic shuffle—it’s a spotlight on the growing nexus between Silicon Valley’s tech titans and the Pentagon. Obadal’s career trajectory is a textbook example of the revolving […]
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Vinton County fire chief seriously injured while fighting fire
VINTON COUNTY, Ohio – A local fire chief is in serious condition following injuries sustained in a fire incident yesterday. Chief Mark Peters of the Zaleski Volunteer Fire Department was critically injured during efforts to extinguish a brush fire that escalated into a structure fire. The incident occurred while battling the blaze, but the details […]
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Chillicothe Police Crime Log – March 18, 2025
An overview of police activity in Chillicothe on March 17, 2025, includes multiple arrests for warrants, several theft-related offenses, a burglary report, and various non-criminal incidents under investigation. A traffic citation was issued, and a fatality was noted as non-suspicious. Authorities continue to investigate several ongoing cases. Drug Paraphernalia and Warrant Arrest Case Number: PD-P2501352 […]
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Ross Co. Sheriff Crime Log – March 18, 2025
Today’s incidents ranged from violations of protection orders and speeding to drug possession and non-suspicious death investigations. The day also included theft, civil disputes, and mental health crises, among other incidents. Below are the details for each case: Violation of Protection Order on Hough Rd Case Number: SO-P2501243 On March 18, 2025, Sgt Riege was […]