CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — A Circleville man who was on the run from U.S. Marshals was captured last week in Kentucky. David Lee Perkins, 39, was located at a residence on Turkey Creek in Inez, Kentucky. Authorities say Perkins was wanted out of Pickaway County on three counts of disseminating matters harmful to juveniles, domestic violence, […]
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Tornado Watch issued for portions of the Scioto Valley
NORMAN, Oklahoma — The Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Oklahoma, has issued a Tornado Watch for portions of the Buckeye State, effective until 7PM tonight. Supercells are expected to form and intensify through the afternoon. The storm environment, the SPC said, favors the potential tornadoes, large hail, and damaging gusts. Residents are advised to have multiple means […]
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Air defense exercise scheduled by 180th Fighter Wing in southern Ohio
SWANTON, Ohio — The 180th Fighter Wing is set to conduct an air defense exercise over the Southern Ohio area on Wednesday, April 17, from 8:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Residents in and around Hillsboro, may hear and see fighter jets in close proximity to a Civil Air Patrol aircraft. This aircraft will be acting […]
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Reintroduction of ‘Aisha’s Law’ puts Ohio’s fight against domestic violence in the spotlight
COLUMBUS, Ohio — In Columbus, lawmakers have reintroduced House Bill 486, known as “Aisha’s Law,” with the aim of bolstering protections for domestic violence victims. Presented on April 10, 2024, the bill suggests adjustments to various sections of the Revised Code to address both civil and criminal facets of domestic violence. Among its key provisions […]
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DeWine says Randazzo’s ties to First Energy were well known, but the evidence of this is lacking
MARTY SCHLADEN, Ohio Capital Journal — The office of Gov. Mike DeWine has for months been saying that connections between the guy he picked to be the state’s top regulator and a utility at the center of an epic bribery scandal were well known around Capitol Square when DeWine nominated him in January 2019. If […]
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Wendy’s declares Fridays “FRYdays” with free fries offer
DUBLIN, Ohio — Wendy’s is making Fridays even better with a free fries offer. Starting April 19th, and continuing every Friday through the end of the year, customers can score free hot and crispy fries of any size with any purchase made through the Wendy’s app. The fast-food chain is taking a playful jab at […]
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Rescue crews respond to injury crash in Pike County
PIKE COUNTY, Ohio – Rescue crews are at the scene of a motor vehicle crash in Pike County. The accident occurred near the intersection of Route 220 and Route 32 shortly before 10 AM on Wednesday, April 17th. Authorities urge drivers to avoid the area while emergency responders work to clear the scene. No information […]
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Chillicothe pharmacist honored for life-saving actions in overdose incident
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Ross County Post Overdose Response Team (PORT) has recognized Walgreens pharmacist Benard Quansah with the prestigious Life Saver Award. This honor acknowledges his rapid and decisive response in administering Narcan and providing assistance to a customer in distress at his store. On March 24, 2024, Quansah’s prompt intervention was instrumental in […]
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Armed suspect fights with police at a Chillicothe McDonald’s
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A routine call to a McDonald’s restaurant at 40 N Bridge Street turned into a dramatic arrest on April 16, as reported by the Chillicothe Police Department. The incident began when two men were approached by Noah Richards at a red light near N. Bridge Street and E. 2nd Street. Richards, who […]
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Firefighters battle blaze in rural Ross County
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Firefighters in Ross County responded to a reported structure fire in the 1000 block of Liberty Hill Road Tuesday night. According to dispatchers, additional assistance was requested from neighboring township departments. The cause of the fire remains unknown at this time. The Guardian will provide updates on this developing situation.