CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A missing Ross County teenager, Whitney Hatfield, has been located in Salem, Oregon, after an extensive search that lasted several months. In a social media statement, Hatfield’s family announced that they received a call a few hours ago confirming her safety. “She is safe and in the hands of the police department […]
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Ohio Highway Patrol to conduct OVI checkpoint in Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Ohio Highway Patrol, in collaboration with local law enforcement, will be conducting an OVI checkpoint this evening in Chillicothe. The checkpoint is scheduled to take place from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on South Bridge Street, according to a statement released by the Chillicothe post of the patrol. “The checkpoint will […]
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Ohio Agriculture Department pulls contaminated flea and tick products from Dollar Tree Shelves
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) is withdrawing a pesticide product from store shelves across the state following a consumer complaint. The product, labeled “Sergeant’s Nature’s Guardian, Flea and Tick Control, squeeze on for Cats and Kittens,” has been found in Dollar Tree stores throughout Ohio. The affected product is advertised with […]
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Chillicothe police daily activity report: August 14, 2024
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Chillicothe Police Department responded to various calls on August 14, 2024. Case Number: PD-P2404463Offense: License Plate Light Required; DUS – FRA & RandomReported Date/Time: 08/14/24, 02:07 AMStreet Name: N Bridge StInitial Narrative: Traffic stop conducted for a vehicle without a plate light. The driver was issued a traffic ticket for non-compliance […]
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Ross Co. Sheriff’s Office daily activity report: August 14, 2024
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Deputies in Ross County responded to various calls on August 14, 2024. Case Number: SO-P2403998Offense: WarrantReported Date/Time: 08/14/24, 5:43 AMIncident Start Date: 08/14/24Incident End Date: 08/14/24Address: Western Ave, ChillicotheInitial Narrative: On August 14, 2024, around 5:45 AM, Sgt. McGoye and I were dispatched to Save A Lot on Western Ave, Chillicothe, for […]
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Ohio Republicans push to rename state park after former President Donald Trump
COLUMBUS, Ohio — In a move that has sparked controversy and deepened partisan divides, Ohio Republicans have introduced a bill to rename Mosquito Lake State Park in Cortland, Ohio, after former President Donald J. Trump. The proposed legislation, House Bill 651, has been put forward by Republican Representative Mike Loychik (R-Bazetta), drawing praise from Trump […]
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Biden-Harris administration unveils $50 million investment to boost domestic EV manufacturing
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a major push to revitalize America’s auto industry, the Biden-Harris Administration has announced a $50 million investment to help small- and medium-sized manufacturers adapt to the electric vehicle (EV) market. This initiative, part of the broader “Investing in America” agenda, is designed to maintain and create high-paying union jobs in traditional […]
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Parole officer dragged by car while attempting to apprehend parolee in Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A parole officer was run over and dragged by a car in Chillicothe on Wednesday while attempting to apprehend a parolee with outstanding warrants. According to the Chillicothe Police Department, officers and deputies from the sheriff’s office were dispatched to 815 Adams Street to assist the Adult Parole Authority in capturing Dakota […]
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2024 Election: Ohio faith leaders share advice they give to congregation members on voting
MEGAN HENRY, Ohio Capital Journal — As the 2024 Election inches closer, some people are turning to their faith leaders for guidance when determining who to vote for. Even though it is illegal for a church to engage in political campaigning activity, people oftentimes look to clergy to help give them a frame of reference and […]
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Tire blowout sparks four-vehicle collision on Route 35 in Ross Co.
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a serious multi-vehicle crash that occurred on Route 35 near milepost 34 in Ross County. The collision, which took place on August 14th, 2024, at 2:02 PM, involved four vehicles and resulted in several injuries, including two individuals who were airlifted for treatment. The […]