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One dead in Pickaway County crash

PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio – A serious motor vehicle crash on State Route 104 has left one person dead, according to authorities. The crash occurred between State Route 316 West and State Route 56 West, prompting officials to close the roadway as emergency crews work the scene Tuesday afternoon. The Pickaway County Sheriff’s Office is urging […]

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Congressman Taylor introduce federal bill to fund veteran homes

WASHINGTON — U.S. Rep. Dave Taylor, R-Ohio, introduced the Veterans First Act of 2025 on Tuesday, a measure aimed at reallocating $2 billion in taxpayer funds from the U.S. Agency for International Development to support repairs and renovations at State Veterans Homes nationwide. The bill, co-sponsored by Reps. Wesley Hunt, R-Texas, Nick LaLota, R-N.Y., Tony […]

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Chillicothe health inspections: Violations found at local restaurants

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio – Recent health inspections conducted by the Ross County Health District have revealed critical violations at two popular Chillicothe restaurants: Jersey Mike’s Subs on North Bridge Street and Subway on Western Avenue. Health inspectors routinely check food establishments for compliance with state health codes, focusing on food safety, sanitation, and proper facility maintenance. […]

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Without funding, Ohio’s State Board of Education supt. says they may not be able to fulfill mission

SUSAN TEBBEN, Ohio Capital Journal — Ohio’s superintendent of instruction once again laid down a grim picture for the State Board of Education should funding come up short in the next state operating budget. Superintendent Paul Craft explained at a monthly meeting of the board on Monday the impact of the budget and the work […]

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Chillicothe City Council faces heated debate over homeless ordinance

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio – A packed council chamber bore witness to an emotionally charged Chillicothe City Council meeting Monday night, as residents voiced strong opposition to a proposed anti-camping ordinance that would criminalize sleeping in public spaces. The nearly two-hour public comment session also featured calls for government transparency, discussions on affordable housing, and support for […]

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