COLUMBUS, Ohio —- Five months after Ohioans voted to legalize recreational marijuana, there’s still no green light for buyers. The reason? Republican lawmakers can’t seem to stop squabbling amongst themselves. In November, voters approved the measure, but the legal purchase of marijuana is still a distant reality. The state isn’t slated to begin processing dispensary […]
Posted inJackson County, Local News
Drug raid uncovers deadly cocktail, suspect jailed in Jackson
WELLSTON, Ohio — A joint police operation in Wellston led to the seizure of a dangerous mix of drugs and the arrest of a suspect on Sunday night, April 7th. Officers from the Wellston Police Department, Jackson Police Department, and the Jackson County Municipal Court Probation Department executed a search warrant on South New York […]
Posted inLocal News, Ross County
Local firefighter faces life-threatening battle, community rallies to his side
LAURELVILLE, Ohio — The community is rallying behind a local hero, a firefighter who is courageously battling pancreatic cancer. A GoFundMe account has been set up to support Captain Branden Anderson, a volunteer firefighter for the Laurelville Volunteer Fire Department. Organizers describe Anderson as “selfless and compassionate with everyone he meets.” His dedication to serving […]
Posted inNational News
Country star’s rooftop antics land him in jail
NASHVILLE, Tennessee — Country music star, Morgan Wallen, is behind bars following a wild incident at a Nashville club. The 30-year-old hitmaker faces felony charges after allegedly throwing a chair from the rooftop of Chief’s Bar (owned by legendary country singer Eric Church). Reports indicate Wallen was booked early Monday on three counts of reckless […]
Posted inChillicothe, Local News, Ross County
Drugs, guns, and decades behind bars: Chillicothe woman faces trafficking charges
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A Chillicothe woman will appear for arraignment today in the Ross County Court of Common Pleas following her indictment on charges related to a major drug trafficking investigation. The case began when the Chillicothe Police Department executed a search warrant at 343 South Watt Street on the city’s east side on January […]
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Miracle-Gro partners with Martha Stewart to promote gardening
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company today announced a collaboration with gardening expert Martha Stewart. The partnership aims to encourage gardening among both new and experienced enthusiasts with a new campaign called “Gro Like Martha.” The campaign seeks to break down the perceived barriers in gardening, emphasizing the importance of quality soil as a […]
Posted inLocal News
Abortion issues pushing through Ohio, national courts
SUSAN TEBBEN, Ohio Capital Journal — Reproductive rights, including abortion, continue to be hot topics in Ohio and in the country as a new lawsuit seeks to reverse state law related to abortion, the battle over the six-week abortion ban goes through the courts and the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to decide a case on […]
Posted inChillicothe, Local News, Ross County
Chillicothe City Council considers major expenditures
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio – The Chillicothe City Council is set to discuss several significant budget items during its upcoming meeting. A key focus will be the second reading of an ordinance allocating $25,000 for repairs to a Chillicothe Fire Department engine. Additionally, the council will hold first readings on two further ordinances: one authorizing $25,000 to […]
Posted inLocal News, Pike County, Piketon, Waverly
Child porn kingpin busted in Pike County
PIKE COUNTY, Ohio — A Pike County man was recently arrested after being charged with over 40 counts of child pornography. Kyle Richard Rhoades, 49, was indicted on March 8 for 43 counts of pandering obscenity involving a minor. He was arraigned in court on April 3 and was given a $100,000 bond, and was […]
Posted inLocal News, Pike County, Piketon, Waverly
Celebrate spring at the 52nd annual Pike County Dogwood Festival
PIKETON, Ohio — Springtime in Piketon heralds the arrival of the 52nd Annual Pike County Dogwood Festival, a cherished community tradition slated for April 26th through April 28th at the Pike County Fairgrounds. Celebrating the seasonal splendor of dogwood blooms, this beloved festival promises a weekend brimming with entertainment and activities suitable for all ages. […]