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Ohio’s marijuana boom fuels job growth: Thousands of new jobs expected as sales top $50 million

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio’s fledgling cannabis industry is off to a roaring start, with the state’s newly legalized marijuana market surpassing $50 million in sales during its first month of operation, according to the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control. The milestone marks a significant economic achievement and underscores the rapid growth of the industry. Beyond […]

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Chillicothe man arrested at Tiffin Towers for warrant and suspect drug posession

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A routine investigation at Tiffin Towers led to the arrest of a 36-year-old Chillicothe man on November 22, 2024, after authorities discovered an active warrant for his arrest and suspected drug-related items in his possession, according to a police report. The report states that a detective was monitoring security cameras at the […]

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Chillicothe recycling services unaffected during truck maintenance, normal schedule resumes Thanksgiving Day

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The City of Chillicothe has announced that its recycling truck will undergo regularly scheduled maintenance on Tuesday, November 26, and Wednesday, November 27, 2024. Despite the temporary unavailability of the recycling truck, residents can expect recycling services to proceed without interruption. During the maintenance period, recycling will be collected and processed using […]

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State immigration laws will harm local law enforcement, police say

MARTY SCHLADEN, Ohio Capital Journal — With Congress failing to pass any meaningful immigration reforms, state legislatures are increasingly taking up the issue. But some police officials and immigrant-rights advocates say the harshest of those laws will further overstretch police and drive many immigrants further into the shadows. Speaking last week at the National Immigration […]

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Want four “marijuana cigarettes” for free? Here’s how to get them in Chillicothe

ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — In an unconventional move to rally opposition against a proposed ban on marijuana dispensaries, Western Ave Exotics, located in Chillicothe, is offering free “pre-rolls” to attendees of Monday evening’s city council meeting. The Guardian previously reported that the Chillicothe City Council is poised to vote on an ordinance that would impose […]

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Columbus man convicted on all counts for leading drug, sex trafficking, and financial fraud conspiracies

COLUMBUS, Ohio – A Columbus man faces life in prison after a federal jury found him guilty on all counts related to leading a sprawling network of drug trafficking, sex trafficking, and financial fraud conspiracies. The verdict, announced on Nov. 21, comes after a nearly three-week trial before Chief U.S. District Judge Sarah D. Morrison. […]

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