CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Ross County Sheriff’s Office has provided additional information regarding a high-speed pursuit that concluded in Chillicothe. Late on Monday evening, deputies initiated a traffic stop on a 2008 White Cadillac due to a failure to signal. Instead of complying, the vehicle accelerated, leading to a high-speed chase along South Bridge Street, […]
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Kentucky man on the run gets busted in Ross County
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A Kentucky man has found himself behind bars in Ross County. Fred M. Houser was arrested on Monday, charged with being a fugitive from justice. Houser had outstanding warrants in Kentucky for felony probation violations. Records show that Houser was on probation for stalking, violation of a protection order, and distributing sexually […]
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Pike County warrant roundup yields arrests and drug seizures
PIKE COUNTY, Ohio — In a coordinated effort involving multiple local agencies, Pike County Sheriff Tracy D. Evans announced the successful execution of an operation resulting in arrests and the confiscation of narcotics. The joint effort, which included the Pike County Sheriff’s Office, Southern Ohio Major Crimes Task Force, Pike County Prosecutor’s Office, and Pike […]
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Free webinar tomorrow: Learn how to claim unclaimed funds in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of Unclaimed Funds and the Better Business Bureau of Central Ohio are partnering to offer a free webinar on claiming unclaimed funds in Ohio. The webinar will be held tomorrow, Wednesday, February 28th, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Eastern Time. What You’ll Learn: Claiming for […]
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DeWine announces effective date for streamlined building codes
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced the effective date of March 1, 2024 for the updated Ohio Building (OBC), Mechanical (OMC), and Plumbing Codes (OPC) rules. These new regulations represent a significant reduction in complexity and burden on businesses. Key Points: Governor DeWine commended the Ohio Board of Building […]
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Chillicothe man arrested after barricading himself in residence and making threats
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A Chillicothe man is behind bars today after allegedly threatening members of his family and then barricading himself inside the residence. It all happened late Saturday evening on Cooks Hill Road just south of downtown Chillicothe. According to the report provided by the sheriff’s office, deputies were dispatched to the residence in […]
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SOCS Dog Jog 5K returns
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Southern Ohio Canine Search and Rescue Team (SOCS) announced the return of their popular Dog Jog 5K for 2024. But here’s the catch – early bird registration is ending soon! Until February 29th, participants can secure their spot in the 5K race for just $25. After the the date registration fees […]
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The threat of severe weather returns to the region
WILMINGTON, Ohio — The National Weather Service has placed the entire region under the risk of severe weather today. According to forecasters with NWS, thunderstorms are expected to develop this afternoon through the overnight hours. Dangerous straight-line winds, damaging hail, and a few isolated tornadoes will be possible. Though storms are expected this […]
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Partisan bill incorporates free market capitalism into high school curriculum
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio General Assembly recently passed a partisan bill aimed at integrating concepts of free market capitalism into the state’s high school financial literacy standards and curriculum. Summary of the Bill Senate Bill 17 seeks to amend sections 3301.079, 3313.603, and 3319.238 of the Revised Code to include content on free market […]
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Minford man arrested on child pornography charges following FBI investigation
SCIOTO COUNTY, Ohio — The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), along with the Scioto County Sheriff’s Office, has arrested a Minford man on child pornography-related charges. The Sheriff, in a statement to local media, said that his office was contacted by the FBI, who were investigating a case involving 27-year-old Nicholas Ranieri. According to investigators, […]