GALLIA COUNTY, Ohio — Human remains that were found in an open field in Gallia County have now been identified as those of a missing Waverly man, Koby Roush, 24. He was last seen in July 2020. The Guardian reported on the grisly discovery of the remains on Sunday, March 12. According to the Gallia […]
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Chillicothe gunman on the run, police seek community’s help
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — One person was shot Friday evening in Chillicothe, sending the local hospital into a frenzy. The shooting happened just before 4 p.m. in the 800 block of Akron Street. Police and medics found one person shot in the stomach, according to first responders, when they arrived at the scene. The victim was […]
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Are you prepared for severe weather? State officials want you to be
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, in partnership with the Ohio Committee for Severe Weather Awareness (OCSWA), the Ohio Emergency Management Agency, and the National Weather Service, has declared Spring Severe Weather Awareness Week, which will take place from March 19-25. The announcement comes as a reminder to Ohioans to prepare themselves for severe […]
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FDA cracks down on Vuse e-cigarettes
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued marketing denial orders (MDOs) for two menthol e-cigarette products marketed by R.J. Reynolds Vapor Company under the Vuse Solo brand. The products include the Vuse Replacement Cartridge Menthol 4.8% G1 and the Vuse Replacement Cartridge Menthol 4.8% G2. The company is prohibited from […]
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Police investigating death at Serpent Mound in Southern Ohio
PEEBLES, Ohio — An apparent suicide took place at the Serpent Mound historic site in southern Ohio, according to initial reports. The caretaker organization released a short statement on Facebook expressing their condolences and appreciation for visitors to treat the site, its staff members, and this occurrence with respect. However, local Native Americans view the […]
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New Bill aims to protect access to ground ambulance medical services for all Americans
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A new bill has been introduced in the US House of Representatives that aims to protect access to ground ambulance medical services for all Americans. The Protecting Access to Ground Ambulance Medical Services Act of 2023 has been introduced by Representatives Brad Wenstrup (R-OH), Terri Sewell (D-AL), Earl “Buddy” Carter (R-GA), and […]
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Ohio Supreme Court: Juvenile Courts can’t grant witness immunity in criminal cases
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Supreme Court has ruled that county probate-juvenile courts do not have the same authority as a common pleas court to grant witness immunity in a criminal case, except where specifically granted by state law. In a unanimous per curiam opinion, the Court noted that only juvenile courts in eight […]
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Chillicothe restaurant inspection report reveals multiple violations
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The latest inspection report of several Chillicothe food establishments has revealed a number of violations. The report, which covers inspections conducted this week, shows that several facilities were flagged for repeat offenses, while others were cited for critical control point violations. At White Castle located at 1000 N Bridge St, inspectors found […]
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Driver suffers cardiac arrest before crashing into a Chillicothe gas station
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio —Following up on the Valero gas station crash that occurred on March 16, new details have emerged about the driver and the damages caused. According to police reports, the driver of the grey Isuzu pickup, Wayne L Cotterman, suffered a cardiac arrest while driving and subsequently crashed into the gas station located at […]
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Truck slams into Second Street gas station, leaving gaping hole
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A local gas station in Chillicothe suffered significant damage after a vehicle crashed into the building on Thursday evening. The Valero gas station, located on the corner of East Second Street and North Bridge Street, was the scene of the incident; the cause of which remains unclear. Witnesses to the crash have […]