INDIAN LAKE, Ohio — As the sun rose over the Buckeye State, several communities were left reeling from last night’s severe weather. The Indian Lake region of Logan County was particularly hard hit, with authorities reporting at least two fatalities as a direct result of the storm. A large tornado swept through the Indian Lake […]
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Disgraced meteorologist Mike Davis to be released from prison
COLUMBUS, Ohio — After serving a 4-year prison sentence, disgraced meteorologist and former Columbus news personality Mike Davis is expected to regain his freedom in May. Davis, once a familiar face on local television, fell from grace due to his involvement in child pornography. In January 2020, Davis pleaded guilty to four counts of pandering […]
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Tornado Watch issued for 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 12:00 AM on Friday. The watch includes the following counties: Delaware, Franklin, Madison, Fairfield, Hocking, Pickaway, Fayette, Licking, Ross, Union, Butler, Clinton, Hamilton, Warren, Auglaize, Darke, Champaign, Greene, Clark, Hardin, Logan Mercer, Miami, […]
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Ohio Congressional Candidate Derek Myers files lawsuit against Cincinnati Enquirer for “smear campaign”
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Derek Myers, the American First candidate for Ohio’s Second Congressional District, today announced he is taking decisive legal action against the Cincinnati Enquirer, along with its sister publications including the Chillicothe Gazette and Columbus Dispatch, as well as their parent company, Gannett Co., Inc. Myers asserts that the publications engaged in egregious […]
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Chillicothe landmark, the Fox Farm Inn, to be demolished
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Fox Farm Inn, a historic property on North Bridge Street, has been sold to a new owner, according to the Ross County Auditor’s Office. The sale was finalized on March 7, 2024, for a sum of $1,850,000. The new owner has formed a Limited Liability Corporation named 1334 N. Bridge Street […]
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ODOT announces upcoming projects in Vinton Co.
VINTON COUNTY, Ohio — A series of culvert replacement projects are set to impact traffic on State Route 278 in Vinton County, according to the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT). The work is weather permitting and will result in road closures at various locations from March 13 to April 12. From March 13-15, between 8 a.m. […]
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Pickaway Co. rated as deadliest roads in Ohio
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — A recent study by injury lawyers Bader Scott has identified the most perilous counties for weekend driving in the United States. The analysis, based on National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) data from 2017 to 2021, focused on counties with at least 50 fatal accidents during weekends. Pickaway County, Ohio, takes […]
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Chillicothe Police: Snapshot of calls for service
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Chillicothe Police Department was busy on Wednesday responding to a variety of calls. Here is a snapshot of their day. March 13, 2024 – Chillicothe Police Blotter In a series of incidents on March 13, local law enforcement responded to a variety of calls, highlighting the diverse challenges they face […]
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Former Treasury Secretary wants to buy TikTok following passage of ban in U.S. House of Representatives
WASHINGTON — In a move amidst escalating tensions over digital security, former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin has announced plans to lead a consortium of investors in the acquisition of TikTok, the widely-used social media platform. This announcement follows on the heels of a decisive action by the US House of Representatives, which passed a bill […]
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Weather Alert: Strong storms expected across the region
WILMINGTON, Ohio — Showers and thunderstorms are anticipated to sweep through the region this afternoon and into the evening. Meteorologists warn that some of these thunderstorms could escalate into severe weather events, with damaging winds and large hail posing the primary threats. Additionally, isolated tornadoes are a possibility. The critical window for severe storms is expected to occur between 5 PM […]