CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Ross County Sheriff’s Office have released their daily activity report for April 18, 2024. 12:22 AM – Telecommunications Harassment, Westfall Rd: Deputy Stanley responds to a telecommunications harassment complaint. 08:55 AM – Criminal Damage, 14308 US-50: Sgt. Champion investigates a report of an unknown male damaging a vehicle. 09:02 AM – […]
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Ohio emerges as unexpected leader in tornado activity
OHIO — In an unusual twist, Ohio has surpassed traditional tornado powerhouses like Texas, Kansas, and Oklahoma to claim the top spot for tornado touchdowns in 2024. With 38 confirmed tornadoes already this year, the state is experiencing a surge in severe weather events that researchers say may signal a larger, more concerning trend. Tornado […]
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Ross County Humane Society announces groundbreaking for new shelter
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Ross County Humane Society is ready to build! The organization will host a groundbreaking ceremony for its long-awaited new animal shelter on May 9, 2024, at 1:30 PM. The new facility, located at 2308 Lick Run Road in Chillicothe, will give the Humane Society more space and resources to care for […]
Posted inAdams County, Local News
Drugs and stolen goods found in West Union raid
WEST UNION, Ohio — A theft ring was uncovered during the execution of a search warrant in Adams County, leading to the recovery of stolen property and narcotics. Officers of the West Union Police Department, assisted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Office and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), executed a search warrant on […]
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Columbus cop indicted for bodycam tampering during encounters with women
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A Columbus police officer was indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of destroying or altering records related to a criminal investigation. Nicholas P. Duty, 35, of Commercial Point, is accused of purposefully deactivating or removing his body-worn camera on two occasions in an attempt to obstruct a federal investigation. He […]
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Letter to the editor: Ohio’s oral health outlook improving
To the Editor, I would like to offer commentary regarding your recent article, “Dental deserts: Medicaid families in southern Ohio struggle for care amid provider shortages,” dated April 18, 2024. The article quite correctly outlines the challenges in accessing oral health care for multiple areas of the state, especially the Appalachian counties. In addition, the […]
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Deercreek distress call leads to bizarre encounter for deputies
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A call reporting potential distress near Deercreek led to a peculiar situation for Ross County Sheriff’s Deputies on April 16th. The incident began when a concerned citizen reported hearing yelling near Deercreek, which was experiencing unusually high water levels due to a dam release. Upon arrival, deputies encountered three individuals who […]
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Chillicothe Police nab suspect dragging stolen recycling bin
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A Chillicothe man faces drug paraphernalia charges after police found him in possession of a stolen recycling bin along with drug-related items on April 18, 2024. Suspicious Activity An officer on patrol observed Stephen McComis pulling a blue City of Chillicothe recycling bin in the area of N. Bridge Street and E. […]
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Chillicothe woman shoots off finger in bizarre intruder standoff
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — On April 18, police officers and medical personnel responded to a behavioral emergency at a residence on Oak Lane. According to police, a resident called dispatch reporting intruders hiding in the ventilation system and a self-inflicted gunshot wound to her finger. Authorities said this was the latest in a series of calls […]
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Ross County bank robber on the run after hold up
BAINBRIDGE, Ohio — A bank robbery that occurred in Bainbridge at the Buckeye State Bank is currently under investigation by the Ross County Sheriff’s Office. The suspect reportedly fled the scene just before 11:30 AM. Initial reports indicate that the suspect handed a note to the teller. However, no weapon was seen during the incident. […]