CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Drive by the courthouse in downtown Chillicothe and the holiday spirit will capture your attention. The annual Christmas tree is standing proud on the steps, awaiting visitors. Each year representatives from Ross County seek out the perfect tree. Robert and Sharon Kellough of Chillicothe’s east side community proudly donated the 2023 tree. […]
Posted inLocal News, Vinton County
Kings Island owner Cedar Fair announces $8B merger with Six Flags
MASON, Ohio — Cedar Fair, the parent company of Cedar Point and Kings Island, has announced its merger with Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, in a move set to reshape the amusement park industry. The merger, valued at approximately $8 billion, was unanimously approved by the Boards of Directors for both companies and is expected to […]
Posted inLocal News, Pike County, Piketon, Waverly
Calling all applicants: Pike Co. to hold job fair
PIKE COUNTY, Ohio — The OhioMeansJobs (OMJ) Pike County, in collaboration with the Workforce & Business Development Program (W&B) of the Community Action Committee of Pike County (CAC), is excited to announce the upcoming Career Fair event set to take place at the Pike County Fairgrounds on Wednesday, September 20th, 2023, from 5 to 7pm. […]
Posted inBainbridge, Chillicothe, Frankfort, Local News, Londonderry, Richmond Dale, Ross County
Fall lecture series continues in Ross Co. with Barns
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — In a warm invitation to the public, the Ross County Historical Society is hosting a Fall Lecture series event featuring Tom O’Grady, Director of Outreach at the Southeastern Ohio History Center and Adjunct Professor at Ohio University. O’Grady will deliver a captivating presentation titled “The Barn Builders: An Architectural Legacy in Ohio’s […]
Posted inChillicothe, Fayette County, Local News, Ross County
Chillicothe Halloween Festival committee opens 2023 grant applications
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — The Chillicothe Halloween Festival’s Board of Directors is thrilled to announce the commencement of the festival’s Community Grant Program for the year 2023. This initiative aims to provide vital support to non-profit organizations in the Chillicothe area, with a total of $3,500 in funding earmarked for the program. To qualify for […]
Posted inBainbridge, Chillicothe, Frankfort, Kingston, Local News, Londonderry, Richmond Dale, Ross County
Have hot chocolate with Santa in downtown Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — In a heartwarming celebration of the upcoming holiday season, Tea of Life Apothecary, a beloved haven for tea and holistic wellness, is excited to welcome families and children of all ages to their enchanting holiday event, “Cocoa with Santa.” This delightful occasion will take place at Tea of Life Apothecary’s charming boutique […]
Posted inLocal News, Pickaway County
Ohio State Highway Patrol urges ‘Buckle Up’ for holiday season
CHILLICOTH, Ohio — The Ohio State Highway Patrol is reminding everyone to “buckle up” this upcoming holiday season and always. Since 2018, there have been 2,847 people killed in Ohio crashes who were not wearing an available safety belt. “There is no question that seat belts save lives, and I encourage everyone to make it […]
Posted inChillicothe, Local News, Waverly
House goes up in flames near Sherman Park in Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Freighters battled a house fire Thursday night in Chillicothe. It happened at 104 King Street, which is close to the entrance of Sherman Park Apartments. Everyone made it out safely and to a nearby family member’s house, according to eyewitnesses. One neighbor told news crews at the scene that she heard “popping […]
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Feeney’s war chest swells with out-of-town support, Preston and Berry maintain fiscal discipline
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — In the final sprint towards Chillicothe’s mayoral race on Tuesday, tens of thousands of dollars from outside groups are significantly shaping the financial landscape of the campaign. The three contenders in the race are Democrat Luke Feeney, Republican Julie Preston, and Independent Jade Berry. Campaign finance reports mandated by the state lay […]
Posted inChillicothe, Local News, Ross County
Ross Co. shooting victim on life support as family donates his organs
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A stunning turn of events has occurred in the case involving Jara Newman, who has been charged with felonious assault in connection with an explosion at her residence that left her live-in boyfriend, Eric Vanover, on life support. Vanover’s family has made the heart-wrenching decision to keep him on life support […]