ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — The Kocheran Strong Foundation, founded by former deputy, and local hero, Eric Kocheran, hosted the “Destination Christmas” event, raising nearly $2,000 to support children in kinship care. The funds will be donated to the CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) program of the Ross County Juvenile Court to help buy Christmas gifts […]
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Walmart employee cooked alive inside walk-in oven
HALIFAX, Nova Scotia — A tragic accident occurred at a Walmart store in Halifax, Nova Scotia, where a 19-year-old employee died after becoming trapped in a walk-in oven in the store’s bakery department. The incident took place on Saturday evening, and Halifax police were called to the scene at around 9:30 p.m. According to reports, […]
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Logan resident wins $1 million on Ohio Lottery scratch-off
LOGAN, Ohio — A Logan man, Steve, recently struck it big, winning $1,000,000 on an Ohio Lottery Merry Money scratch-off ticket. Steve purchased his winning ticket at Tee Jay’s Drive Thru & Deli, located at 511 E Front St in Logan. Opting for the cash payout, Steve will receive $500,000. After federal and state tax […]
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Frozen waffles recalled due to potential listeria contamination
OAK BROOK, Illinois — On October 18, 2024, TreeHouse Foods, Inc. announced a voluntary recall of certain frozen waffle products distributed across the United States and Canada due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The bacteria can cause serious infections, particularly in young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals may […]
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Ohio lawmakers introduce “Paid Parental Leave Act” to offer tax credits for employers providing parental leave
COLUMBUS, Ohio — On October 21, 2024, Ohio lawmakers introduced H.B. No. 682, the “Paid Parental Leave Act,” aimed at encouraging businesses to provide paid parental leave by offering income tax credits. Sponsored by a bipartisan group of legislators, including Representatives Josh Williams (R), Melanie Miller (R), and Darnell Brewer (D), the bill has garnered […]
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Democratic Black lawmakers say Ohio Issue 1 redistricting reform would help Black voters
SUSAN TEBBEN, Ohio Capital Journal — In a press conference Tuesday, members of the Ohio Legislative Black Caucus, along with a voter advocate from the Ohio Organizing Collaborative, spoke of Issue 1 redistricting reform as a way forward for communities of color and the state as a whole. “For the first time, we have a […]
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Chillicothe Walmart to celebrate reopening with community event
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio – The Walmart Supercenter at 85 River Trace has undergone a stunning transformation and will officially reopen this Friday, October 25th at 9 a.m., welcoming customers with a new, customer-focused shopping experience. The remodel aims to enhance convenience and offer a seamless experience for both in-store and online shoppers. To celebrate, Walmart is […]
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Holiday Loans US: Compare Top 9 Providers for Fast Holiday Money
Are you short of cash for the holidays? Be it that you need more money to cover your festive expenses, or making the ends meet because you have overspent your budget, our ranking of the top 9 providers of holiday loans in the US will allow you to borrow money fast and easily with the […]
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Ross Co. Sheriff’s Office daily log – October 22, 2024
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The following incidents were reported to the Ross County Sheriff’s Office on October 22, 2024. Deputies responded to various cases including drug overdoses, theft, domestic disputes, and disorderly conduct. Investigations are ongoing for several cases. Below is a summary of the reported incidents. Case Number: SO-P2405111Offenses: Drug OverdoseReported Date/Time: 10/22/24 5:07 AMStreet […]
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Chillicothe Police Dept. daily log – October 22, 2024
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The following incidents were reported to the Chillicothe Police Department on October 22, 2024. Officers responded to a variety of offenses, including drug-related charges, traffic violations, and disorderly conduct. Investigations are ongoing in several cases. Case Number: PD-P2405948Offenses: Possession of Drugs (Schedule I or II Substance); Driving Under Suspension (DUS – All […]