CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — This week’s Chillicothe City Council meeting, scheduled for Wednesday, November 13 at 5:30 PM, will address a range of legislative items, including third readings on several ordinances affecting city personnel, public safety funding, and local partnerships. Here’s a rundown of key agenda items: Additional topics include second readings on ordinances for the […]
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Eleven Ohio projects recognized for historic preservation excellence
COLUMBUS, OH — Eleven Ohio communities received top honors from the Ohio History Connection’s State Historic Preservation Office on November 2, recognizing exceptional efforts in preserving historic sites and educating the public about Ohio’s architectural and cultural heritage. The awards, presented at a luncheon held at the Ohio History Center, were announced by State Historic […]
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Athens County man indicted on multiple sex crimes starting in the 1980s
ATHENS, Ohio — A Glouster man appeared in court last week, facing 21 charges related to serious offenses involving minors. Robert J. Collins, 62, was arraigned on November 5, 2024, in the Athens County Court of Common Pleas, after being arrested on a 21-count indictment that includes five counts of rape, attempted rape, and other […]
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Thousands of veterans struggle with higher-cost mortgages after VA loan program missteps
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Thousands of U.S. veterans, many already financially strained, have been pushed into costly mortgage situations due to mismanagement within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) COVID-19 mortgage relief program, according to documents obtained by NPR. Instead of receiving the intended support, at least 1,300 veterans now face loan modifications that raised their […]
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South Central Ohio Job and Family Services hosts Amazon toy drive for children in foster care
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The South Central Ohio Job and Family Services (SCOJFS) is making the holiday season brighter for nearly 200 children in foster care by hosting an Amazon Toy Drive to help collect gifts for its annual Christmas celebration. This yearly event has become a treasured tradition, bringing joy and comfort to children who […]
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Kroger and bitewell launch innovative food health score for healthier shopping experience nationwide
CINNCINATI, Ohio— The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), headquartered in Ohio, has partnered with bitewell, a food and health company, to introduce an innovative tool aimed at helping shoppers make healthier choices more easily. Kroger customers across the nation can now access bitewell’s FoodHealth Score, a straightforward nutrition scoring system, through Kroger’s online shopping platform, mobile […]
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What Ohio’s new GOP Senator and prominent Trump ally see ahead in 2025
NICK EVANS, Ohio Capital Journal — At an Ohio Chamber of Commerce conference last week Trump allies struck a conciliatory tone at odds with the increasingly hostile rhetoric of the president-elect. Donald Trump has promised sweeping deportations, to mobilize police or even military force against a perceived “enemy within,” and to serve as a kind […]
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Shooting reported in Ross County
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Authorities are responding to a reported shooting in the 500 block of Valley Road. Deputies were en route shortly before 10:30 p.m., and medics have been placed on standby. Details are scarce at this time, and it remains unclear if there are any injuries. Law enforcement is actively working to identify […]
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Authorities need help finding who weighted a dog down in a pond to kill it
NELSONVILLE, Ohio — Authorities in Athens County are seeking the public’s help after a grey and white female terrier was found dead in a pond in Nelsonville, in what appears to be a deliberate act of animal cruelty. The dog was discovered on November 1 by individuals fishing at a pond on Pine Grove Drive. […]
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When to Consider Medication for Managing Severe Anxiety or Depression?
Anxiety and depression are common mental health issues that affect many people around the world. Sometimes, these conditions are mild, and people can manage them with lifestyle changes, therapy, or support from friends and family. But other times, anxiety and depression can become severe, making it difficult to function daily. When symptoms are intense and […]