CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Officers with the police department responded to various incidents on Tuesday. Here is a snapshot of those calls. Police Blotter Case Number: PD-P2403224Offense: DUS – Child Support / Unpaid FinesReported Date/Time: 06/18/24, 12:28 AMLocation: Liberty StNarrative: Officers initiated a traffic stop on Liberty St near S Watt St for expired tags. A […]
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Ross Co. Sheriff’s Office daily activity report: June 18, 2024
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Ross County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to various incidents on Tuesday, June 18. Here is a snapshot of those calls. Case Number: SO-P2402987Offense: Criminal TrespassReported Date/Time: 06/18/24, 12:21 AMIncident Start Date: 06/18/24Location: 643 Toad Hollow Road, ChillicotheNarrative: On June 18, 2024, Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to 643 Toad Hollow Road, Chillicothe, […]
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Man robbed and assaulted with axe in Ross County
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A robbery on Sugar Tree Road in Ross County, took a turn Tuesday night when the suspect fled the scene on an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) after allegedly attacking a man with an axe. The incident occurred around 9 p.m., when initial reports indicated a man had fallen down a hill. However, subsequent […]
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Suspect arrested after stolen vehicle pursuit across Scioto and Lawrence Counties
SCIOTO COUNTY, Ohio — Scioto County Sheriff David Thoroughman reported that the 911 communication center received a call at 7:36 a.m. on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, from a man stating his pickup truck had been stolen. The victim explained he had parked his truck at Speedee Mart, located at 220 Center Street in Wheelersburg, Ohio, […]
Posted inChillicothe, Jackson County, Local News, Ross County
J. Floyd Dixon Memorial Fund announces $60,000 in grants to Jackson County
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The J. Floyd Dixon Memorial Fund of The Columbus Foundation has awarded nearly $60,000 in grants for 2024 to support 18 programs across 10 nonprofit and local governmental organizations serving Jackson County. These grants focus primarily on education and health issues, continuing the fund’s mission to improve community well-being. Each year, the […]
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Teen charged after destroying local Ross County school
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A juvenile has been charged with multiple counts of vandalism, criminal damaging, criminal mischief, and theft following an alleged incident at Huntington Middle School over the weekend. The suspect, identified as a student from another district, was implicated after surveillance footage captured the incident during a school-hosted blood drive on Saturday, […]
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Man trapped under car in Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Rescue crews responded Tuesday afternoon to reports of a man trapped under a car. It happened just before 3:30 PM in the area of the Yoctangee Park Annex and Borland Crossing. The extent of any injuries is unknown at this time. The Guardian will provide updates as new details become available.
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Firfighters battle fire at wastewater treatment plant in Pickaway County
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — Firefighters are currently on the scene at the Waste Water Treatment Plant in response to a reported fire, according to local authorities. Multiple fire crews have been dispatched to 799 Route 22 West where the treatment plant is located. The incident was reported shortly after 12:30 PM local time. Details regarding […]
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Grand Opening of Kid’s Nature Zone Story Walk Trail at Buzzard’s Roost
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Children and adults alike are invited to the grand opening, June 21, of the Kid’s Nature Zone Story Walk Trail at Buzzard’s Roost, located at 514 Red Bird Lane, Chillicothe, OH 45601. This new trail, featuring 24 story walk stops along nearly half a mile, promises to ignite imaginations and foster a […]
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Amana, Daikin, and Goodman air conditioning and heat pump units recalled due to fire hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Approximately 12,100 Amana, Daikin, and Goodman branded air conditioning and heat pump packaged units are being recalled due to a fire hazard. The recall, issued by Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing L.P. (DCT), was announced today after it was discovered that the unit’s serial plate may display incorrect electrical ratings, which can result […]