PIKE COUNTY, Ohio — The search for a missing 6-year-old child in Pike County is over. The child was reported missing from their home in the 100 block of Hopper Road around 6:30 AM today. The parents, officials said woke up to find the child gone, having disappeared sometime during the night. Aries Flannery was […]
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Police search for man wanted in connection with a kidnapping and stabbing in Ross Co.
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio – Authorities are on the lookout for a light blue 2007 Mercury Marque, license plate HRZ3098. The driver, according to preliminary reports, was involved in an alleged domestic incident on Sulfer Lick Road in Ross County. Authorities say the driver, 40-year-old Daniel Rhoden, is wanted in connection with charges of felonious assault […]
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Tanker roll-over crash causes hazmat situation in Pike Co.
PIKE COUNTY, Ohio — A tanker truck rollover accident has rescue crews responding to Route 23 near the Comfort Inn motel in Pike County. The accident occurred around 11:30 AM. Law enforcement officials on the scene confirm the driver is currently trapped inside the vehicle but conscious. The contents of the tanker remain unknown at […]
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Sheriff’s Office investigates alleged financial misconduct in Chillicothe Paints Booster Club
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio – The Ross County Sheriff’s Office is investigating allegations that funds were misappropriated from the Chillicothe Paints Booster Club. The investigation began after the club’s new president discovered financial discrepancies. According to a law enforcement report, the new club president took office in January 2024 and initiated an audit after noticing irregularities in […]
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Chillicothe Police daily activity report: May 8, 2024
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Chillicothe Police Department responded to various calls on Wednesday, May 8. Here is a snapshot of those calls for service. Date: May 8th, 2024
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Ross Co. Sheriff’s Office daily activity report: May 8, 2024
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to various calls on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Here is a snapshot of those calls for service. Date: May 8th, 2024
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Central Ohio political insider pleads guilty to stealing nearly $1 million in campaign funds
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A central Ohio political insider, who has served as a campaign treasurer for more than 100 candidates since the 1980s, pleaded guilty in federal court today to one count of wire fraud related to stealing nearly $1 million in campaign funds. William Curlis, 76, who serves as treasurer for the Franklin County […]
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Ross County Historical Society announces 2024 Nolan Scholarship recipients
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Ross County Historical Society’s Scholarship and Education Committee has announced the recipients of the 2024 Nolan Scholarship. Each of the two recipients will receive $2,500, which will be paid directly to their chosen college or university. Sarah Lute, a resident of Chillicothe and daughter of James and Kimberly Lute, is one […]
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Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost says student protesters may face felony charges due to 1953 law
MEGAN HENRY, Ohio Capital Journal — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost sent a letter Monday to Ohio university presidents saying recent protesters who were arrested may have committed a felony by wearing a mask. A 1953 Ohio law says it is a felony to commit a crime — even a misdemeanor — with two or […]
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Centrus plans expansion in Piketon as residents push for contamination compensation
BETHESDA, Maryland — Centrus Energy Corp., a key player in the nuclear fuel industry, released its first-quarter results for 2024. The company reported a net loss of $6.1 million for the period ending March 31, 2024, a shift from the $7.2 million net income reported in the same period of 2023. This change occurred alongside […]