ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Deputies in Ross County are investigating a bizarre situation involving rolls of missing toilet paper. Deputies encountered the less-than-ideal number two time and plunged into action after receiving intel from a vigilant civilian. It seemed a box truck had experienced some dumpster diving issues, liberating several boxes on State Route 104 […]
Chillicothe Kiwanis Club seeks nominations for 2024 Statehood Day Achievement Award
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio – The Chillicothe Kiwanis Club has announced the commencement of nominations for the prestigious 2024 Statehood Day Achievement Award, an annual recognition of outstanding individuals embodying the “SPIRIT OF OHIO.” Each year, the Kiwanis Club honors a remarkable local resident who has demonstrated a commitment to the ideals of brotherhood, community service, family […]
Gas station in Kingston burglarized overnight
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — The Kingston Village Express Marathon fell victim to a burglary in the early hours of Monday morning, just after midnight. It was all caught on camera and authorities are asking for the public’s help in identifying the three men involved. The perpetrators targeted the store’s inventory of vapes, fireball, and delta […]
Local health department giving away free diapers and cribs to families
WAVERLY, Ohio — In an effort to provide a safe sleep space for infants, Cribs for Kids is organizing a special event at the Pike County WIC office. The event will take place on Thursday, February 29, from 10am to 12pm. To be eligible for a free crib, participants must be at least 32 weeks […]
Grant awarded to assist in area youth suicide awareness
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Public Health Fund of Ohio (PHFO) has awarded a total of $350,000 to seven suicide prevention coalitions across the state, announced Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Director Bruce Vanderhoff, M.D., MBA, on Friday. The coalitions in Cuyahoga, Darke, Hamilton, Highland/Pike, Licking, Logan, and Lucas counties each received $50,000. This funding is […]
Ross Co. man accidentally shoots himself in buttock
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A man in Ross County is in stable condition after accidentally shooting himself. It happened just before 5:30 a.m. on Monday morning at 22 Allen Drive in Londonderry. Deputies said the man was “trying to holster his weapon when he accidentally shot himself in the buttock.” The man was taken to […]
Ross Co. firefighter on brink of recovery after lung collapse
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Local Ross County Firefighter and EMT Johnathan Detty-Fyffe finds himself in the midst of a medical ordeal as his left lung has unexpectedly collapsed. Detty-Fyffe’s predicament unfolded when he awoke feeling breathless, eventually seeking medical attention after local paramedic Rafe Britton noted zero lung sounds on his left side. Confirmatory chest […]
Pickup crashes into guardrail along route 35
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — No one was seriously injured when a pickup crashed into a guardrail Sunday night. It happened on the exit ramp from route 35 eastbound, onto Egypt Pike in Ross County. The truck smashed into the guardrail on the curve of the ramp, causing heavy damage to the truck and rail; the […]
Southern Ohio man charged with ten counts of rape involving 10-year-olds
SCIOTO COUNTY, Ohio — A southern Ohio man is locked up on more than a million dollar bond. Deputies say he is charged with ten counts of rape involving two young girls who are 10-years-old Jonathan Andrew Gold, 31, of 1250 Bihl Lane Apt 37, Wheelerburg, was arrested on Sunday following a 911 call reporting […]
Congressional candidate giving away $10,000 rifle as Election Day draws near
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Attention, staunch defenders of the Second Amendment and freedom-loving patriots! Get ready to celebrate your right to bear arms with the FN M249S® Raffle Drawing – proudly presented by Myers for Congress. This isn’t just a raffle; it’s an unparalleled opportunity to embrace your constitutional rights while championing a cause of paramount […]
