CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to a variety of calls on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Here is a snapshot of those calls for service. 7:06 AM CR 550, Chillicothe: Vehicle fire investigation initiated after a vehicle being demolished inside a semi-trailer ignited. 9:01 AM 6th St., Richmond Dale: Dispatched for an […]
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Chillicothe Police daily activity report: May 15, 2024
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Chillicothe Police Department responded to a variety of calls on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Here is a snapshot of their calls for services. 1:51 AM E. 2nd St: Traffic stop conducted for taillight violation, OVI investigation ongoing. 3:39 AM Delaware Dr: Dispatched for reckless operation of a motor vehicle complaint. Investigation […]
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Julie Preston assumes vacancy on Chillicothe City Council
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A familiar name has returned to Chillicothe’s legislative body. Republican Julie Preston was appointed this week by the Ross County Republican Party to fill the vacant at-large city council seat, representing the entire city. The position became vacant after Dr. Allison Henderson resigned earlier in May to tend to her family and […]
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Nationwide Children’s Hospital nurse pleads guilty to child porn
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ryan Ramos, a former burn unit ICU nurse at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, has pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court to child pornography. Ramos, aged 38 and residing in Columbus, faces a potential prison sentence ranging from five to 20 years. Ramos worked at Nationwide Children’s Hospital from 2018 to 2020 and later […]
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Herr Foods invests $31 million in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Ohio — Herr Foods, Inc., a well-known snack food company, has partnered with JobsOhio, Ohio Southeast Economic Development (OhioSE), and local economic development organizations to announce a significant investment of $31 million in the region. This move will reportedly create 125 new jobs across Jackson and Chillicothe. The investment plan includes the acquisition […]
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State approves sweeping reforms to police training in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (OPOTC) has unanimously approved a comprehensive overhaul of police training standards, marking a significant step forward in preparing officers for the complexities of modern law enforcement. The reforms, based on recommendations by Attorney General Dave Yost’s Blue Ribbon Task Force on the Future of Police Training, […]
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Chillicothe medical clinic under investigation: Allegations of child abuse, illegal prescriptions, and unethical conduct
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A local Chillicothe medical clinic and its owner, Physician Assistant Rufus Frank Lowman Jr., have been at the center of a firestorm of controversy. The controversy began when the Guardian learned that the State Medical Board of Ohio suspended the license of the owner of Rose Medical Clinic, located at 14 Health […]
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Enhancing Culinary Skills: Cooking Classes in and Around the Scioto Valley
The Scioto Valley region has long embraced a culture of home-cooked meals, family gatherings, and appreciation for good food. However, with changing lifestyles and an increasing interest in hands-on learning, many residents are looking for ways to refine their cooking skills. Whether as a personal investment or a thoughtful present, experiences like culinary workshops are […]
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Wanted fugitive from Louisiana found locked up in Ross County Jail
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A man wanted by authorities in Louisiana was apprehended yesterday in Ross County, according to the local Sheriff’s Office. Deputies discovered that Dominik Littlejohn, an inmate currently held at the Ross County Jail on a local theft charge, was also wanted out of Baton Rouge, Louisiana on two counts of felony theft. […]
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Mental health concerns surge amid social media anxiety, CVS health survey finds
WOONSOCKET, Rhode Island — A new CVS Health survey reveals a deepening mental health crisis in the United States, with a majority of adults reporting heightened concerns for themselves and their loved ones, amplified by the anxieties of social media. Two-thirds of adults have experienced mental health concerns, a significant increase from previous years, according […]