WAVERLY, OHIO — As the water crisis in Waverly continues, the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has provided an update on the situation, emphasizing ongoing efforts to address the emergency that has left the southern Ohio community without reliable water access. According to an OEPA spokesperson, “Ohio EPA is actively monitoring the situation in Waverly. […]
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Chillicothe man charged with animal cruelty after malnourished dog found at home
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A Chillicothe man has been arrested and charged with multiple offenses after police discovered a severely malnourished dog and unsanitary living conditions at his residence on Akron Street, according to the police report. The incident unfolded on January 26 when officers responded to a complaint about animal neglect at 1026 Akron Street, […]
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Zoning discrepancies threaten Arsenal-1’s progress in Pickaway County
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — While the planned construction of Anduril Industries’ $1 billion Arsenal-1 advanced weapons facility has been hailed as a transformative economic win for Ohio, new questions are emerging about zoning discrepancies at the proposed site. These issues could complicate the timeline for what is being touted as the largest job creation project […]
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Chillicothe man faces multiple aggravated arson charges
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A Chillicothe man faces charges of aggravated arson after a dramatic fire incident on Theatre Street. On January 23, 2025, Chillicothe police responded to a fire at 1096 Theatre St. while receiving reports that a man had set both a van and the street itself on fire. Upon arrival, officers found the […]
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Breaking: State of Emergency declared in Waverly amid water crisis
WAVERLY, Ohio — The Waverly City Council has declared a State of Emergency as the city faces a significant water crisis. All residents and water customers in Waverly are now under a Do Not Use Order for any purpose until further notice, with the exception of critical users such as hospitals, nursing homes, and dialysis […]
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Boy Scout Troop 5170 shines at 2025 Winter Klondike
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio – Boy Scout Troop 5170 made an unforgettable impression at the 2025 Winter Klondike, held at Beaumont Scout Reservation in the Lake Erie Council over the weekend of January 18th, 2025. The Roundtown Patrol from the troop embarked on a three-and-a-half-hour journey to the event on Friday and settled into a cozy cabin […]
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Norfolk Southern train derails in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH, Ohio — Nine cars of a 90-car Norfolk Southern train derailed early Monday morning in the company’s rail yard in Portsmouth, according to the Scioto County Emergency Management Agency. “There was a train derailment in the Norfolk & Southern rail yard in Portsmouth early this morning,” the agency stated. “Nine cars of a ninety-car […]
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Chillicothe Police Crime Log – 01/26/2025
On January 26, 2025, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to a variety of incidents, ranging from warrants and disorderly conduct to traffic violations and animal complaints. The day featured several arrests, ongoing investigations, and citations issued. Below are summaries of each reported incident. — Warrant; Drug Paraphernalia; Misuse of 911 Case Number: PD-P2500409 On January […]
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Ross Co. Sheriff Crime Log – January 26, 2025
The daily activity report for January 26, 2025, in Ross County includes a range of incidents from traffic violations to non-suspicious deaths. Various locations across Chillicothe, Bainbridge, and South Salem were involved, with incidents of domestic disputes, drug possession, and disorderly conduct being attended to by deputies. The report highlights community responses and ongoing investigations […]
