WELLSTON, Ohio — A joint police operation in Wellston led to the seizure of a dangerous mix of drugs and the arrest of a suspect on Sunday night, April 7th. Officers from the Wellston Police Department, Jackson Police Department, and the Jackson County Municipal Court Probation Department executed a search warrant on South New York […]
Posted inLocal News, Ross County
Local firefighter faces life-threatening battle, community rallies to his side
LAURELVILLE, Ohio — The community is rallying behind a local hero, a firefighter who is courageously battling pancreatic cancer. A GoFundMe account has been set up to support Captain Branden Anderson, a volunteer firefighter for the Laurelville Volunteer Fire Department. Organizers describe Anderson as “selfless and compassionate with everyone he meets.” His dedication to serving […]
Posted inNational News
Country star’s rooftop antics land him in jail
NASHVILLE, Tennessee — Country music star, Morgan Wallen, is behind bars following a wild incident at a Nashville club. The 30-year-old hitmaker faces felony charges after allegedly throwing a chair from the rooftop of Chief’s Bar (owned by legendary country singer Eric Church). Reports indicate Wallen was booked early Monday on three counts of reckless […]
Posted inChillicothe, Local News, Ross County
Drugs, guns, and decades behind bars: Chillicothe woman faces trafficking charges
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A Chillicothe woman will appear for arraignment today in the Ross County Court of Common Pleas following her indictment on charges related to a major drug trafficking investigation. The case began when the Chillicothe Police Department executed a search warrant at 343 South Watt Street on the city’s east side on January […]
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Miracle-Gro partners with Martha Stewart to promote gardening
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company today announced a collaboration with gardening expert Martha Stewart. The partnership aims to encourage gardening among both new and experienced enthusiasts with a new campaign called “Gro Like Martha.” The campaign seeks to break down the perceived barriers in gardening, emphasizing the importance of quality soil as a […]
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Abortion issues pushing through Ohio, national courts
SUSAN TEBBEN, Ohio Capital Journal — Reproductive rights, including abortion, continue to be hot topics in Ohio and in the country as a new lawsuit seeks to reverse state law related to abortion, the battle over the six-week abortion ban goes through the courts and the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to decide a case on […]
Posted inChillicothe, Local News, Ross County
Chillicothe City Council considers major expenditures
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio – The Chillicothe City Council is set to discuss several significant budget items during its upcoming meeting. A key focus will be the second reading of an ordinance allocating $25,000 for repairs to a Chillicothe Fire Department engine. Additionally, the council will hold first readings on two further ordinances: one authorizing $25,000 to […]
Posted inLocal News, Pike County, Piketon, Waverly
Child porn kingpin busted in Pike County
PIKE COUNTY, Ohio — A Pike County man was recently arrested after being charged with over 40 counts of child pornography. Kyle Richard Rhoades, 49, was indicted on March 8 for 43 counts of pandering obscenity involving a minor. He was arraigned in court on April 3 and was given a $100,000 bond, and was […]
Posted inLocal News, Pike County, Piketon, Waverly
Celebrate spring at the 52nd annual Pike County Dogwood Festival
PIKETON, Ohio — Springtime in Piketon heralds the arrival of the 52nd Annual Pike County Dogwood Festival, a cherished community tradition slated for April 26th through April 28th at the Pike County Fairgrounds. Celebrating the seasonal splendor of dogwood blooms, this beloved festival promises a weekend brimming with entertainment and activities suitable for all ages. […]
Posted inLocal News, Regional, Statewide
Ohio gears up for rare celestial event
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Southern Ohio, including Chillicothe, is gearing up for a celestial spectacle today: a total solar eclipse. This dramatic event will see the moon pass in front of the sun, casting a swath of the state into temporary darkness. The eclipse will begin in Texas and travel northeastward across North America. Chillicothe will […]