PIKETON, Ohio — In the Appalachian foothills, the shadow of the Cold War continues to cast a long, ominous shadow over the community. The recent decision to auction off Zahn’s Corner Middle School, a property previously deemed so radioactive that it had to be permanently closed, has ignited significant controversy. With the community buzzing that […]
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Ohio grapples with spike in suicides as 2023 data paints grim picture
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Alarming data from the Ohio Department of Health suggests a rise in suicides across the state in 2023. The preliminary figures, though subject to change, paint a grim picture, raising concerns about mental health access and prevention efforts While 2022 saw a concerning 2% increase in suicides compared to 2021, with 1,797 […]
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Supreme Court orders new trial over voting machines purchase
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Supreme Court has ruled that a new trial is necessary to determine whether discussions by the Stark County Board of Elections about purchasing voting machines were conducted legally behind closed doors. In a unanimous decision released Thursday, the court overturned lower court rulings that had allowed private executive sessions under […]
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Chillicothe P.D. daily activity report: July 17, 2024
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Chillicothe Police Department responded to various calls on July 17, 2024. Here is a snapshot of those calls for service. Case Number: PD-P2403794Offenses: WarrantReported Date/Time: 07/17/24 12:38 AMStreet Name: SOUTHERN AVEInitial Narrative: On July 17th, 2024 I initiated a traffic stop on a Black Ford SUV. Investigation pending. Case Number: PD-P2403795Offenses: […]
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Alert issued for armed person in red Toyota fleeing Adams County
ADAMS COUNTY, Ohio – Law enforcement officials in Adams County are currently searching for a red 1998 Toyota 4-door with license plate P267755. The driver is reported to be armed and dangerous, having allegedly threatened several people with a gun. Authorities urge anyone who sees the vehicle to not approach it and to call 911 […]
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Residents protest auction of radioactive school in Piketon
PIKETON, Ohio — Residents across southern Ohio gathered on Wednesday to protest the impending sale of Zahn’s Corner Middle School in Piketon. The school, which was permanently shut down in 2019 due to radioactive contamination, is now slated for auction, sparking outrage and controversy. Zahn’s Corner Middle School was closed after radioactive isotopes of enriched […]
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Regional BOLO issued for driver who allegedly struck police officer
XENIA, Ohio — A regional-wide “be on the lookout” (BOLO) alert has been issued for the driver of a vehicle that allegedly struck a police officer. According to the alert, law enforcement is searching for a 2005 Infiniti with license plate number EW39694. The driver, who may be armed, struck a police officer in Xenia […]
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Ross Co. Sheriff’s Office daily activity report: July 17, 2024
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to various calls on July 17, 2024. Here is a snapshot of those cases. Ross County Sheriff’s Office Blotter Case Number: SO-P2403485Offenses: Inducing Panic; OVIReported Date/Time: 07/17/24 4:43 AMIncident Start Date: 07/17/24Incident End Date: 07/17/24Address: Vigo Rd, ChillicotheInitial Narrative: On 7/17/2024, I, Deputy Stanley, had a […]
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Ross County woman reports alleged tree poisoning by neighbors
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A Ross County woman called 911, alleging that her neighbors were “poisoning” her trees, according to local authorities. Deputies responded to a residence on Glenn Drive after the caller claimed that her neighbors had poisoned the groundwater, causing her tree to drop its acorns prematurely. The woman also alleged that the […]