CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A 25‑year‑old man is in custody after deputies say he stripped down to his boxers and jumped off the Elmdale Grange Bridge into the Scioto River, triggering a massive emergency response Tuesday afternoon. The Guardian first reported the incident shortly after it unfolded. According to the Ross County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were […]
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Chillicothe Police Crime Log – May 5, 2026
The Chillicothe Police Department responded to 14 incidents on May 5, 2026, ranging from disorderly conduct and traffic violations to theft, criminal trespass, and vehicle crashes. The day included multiple traffic stops, two hit-skip incidents, and several ongoing investigations. Notable incidents included a criminal trespass at the post office, a hit-skip crash at a local […]
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Circleville Police Calls for Service – May 5, 2026
The Circleville Police Department responded to 41 calls for service on May 5, 2026. Notable incidents included a breaking and entering, a theft, multiple disturbances and fights, several juvenile complaints, an injury accident, and an assault. Officers also responded to a well-being check involving suicide threats and multiple trespassing and parking complaints throughout the day. […]
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Ross Co. Sheriff Crime Log – May 5, 2026
The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 16 incidents on May 5, 2026, ranging from non-criminal welfare checks and medical emergencies to criminal offenses including theft, assault, domestic violence, and identity fraud. The most significant incident involved a man jumping from the Elmdale Grange Bridge into the Scioto River, triggering a large-scale response from law […]
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Pickaway County voters split on local issues as senior services levy passes by narrow margin
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — Pickaway County voters delivered a mixed set of outcomes Tuesday night, with one library levy failing by a wide margin, a senior services levy passing by a razor‑thin edge, and local liquor options splitting precincts, according to final unofficial results from the county Board of Elections. The Southwest Public Libraries levy, affecting […]
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Stewart holds commanding lead in GOP race for Ohio’s 12th House District
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — Brian Stewart holds a strong lead in the Republican primary for Ohio’s 12th House District, with The Guardian calling the race based on consistent margins across all three counties and updated districtwide totals released Tuesday night. Stewart leads challenger Patty Hamilton in Franklin, Madison, and Pickaway counties, with both Madison and Pickaway […]