ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio — On March 9th, 2023, the Southeast Major Crimes Task Force conducted an investigation at a residence located at 24741 Brimstone Road, Coolville. The investigation, officials said, led to the discovery of methamphetamine, fentanyl, and drug paraphernalia at the property. As a result of the investigation, two individuals were arrested and transported […]
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Ross Co. man returns home to find his house burglarized
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — The Ross County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a reported burglary. According to reports, deputies were dispatched to a residence along Route 23 on Thursday, March 9, after receiving a complaint about a theft. Upon arrival, deputies made contact with a male individual who stated that he had been away for […]
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Snap your way to prizes: Ohio State Parks photo contest open for submissions
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohioans are invited to turn their love for the great outdoors into a chance to win big prizes through the 2023 Ohio State Parks Photo Contest. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Parks and Watercraft is coordinating the contest, which runs until April 4. Participants can submit up to […]
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Pickaway and Fayette Co. to receive crime reduction grants
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Twelve local law enforcement agencies will receive a total of $1.3 million in grants as part of the 12th round of the Ohio Violent Crime Reduction Grant Program. Governor DeWine, in partnership with the Ohio General Assembly, created the grant program in 2021 to give local law enforcement additional tools to address […]
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Scioto Co. man arrested for alleged sexual assault of 3-year-old
SCIOTO COUNTY, Ohio — In Ohio, a 23-year-old man has been arrested and charged with two counts of rape and one count of importuning, after an investigation was launched by the Scioto County Sheriff’s Office. According to Sheriff David Thoroughman, the office was contacted by the county’s Children’s Services on Thursday afternoon, March 9th, following […]
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Student interns continue to make big impact at OhioHealth Berger Hospital
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — OhioHealth Berger Hospital is providing critical assistance to healthcare workers with the help of student participants from Project Search, an international program that connects high school students with physical or developmental disabilities with employers that provide internships aimed at teaching practical skills. While the pandemic caused a brief pause in the […]
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Wheelersburg man charged with rape of a 9-year-old
SCIOTO COUNTY, Ohio — A child sexual assault case has been reported in Scioto County, according to Sheriff David Thoroughman. The Scioto County Children’s Services alerted the Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday, March 8th, that a child had been sexually assaulted. The authorities put a safety plan in place for the victim immediately. Investigations were conducted […]
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Teen shot in Yoctangee Park in Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A teenager was shot in Yoctangee Park in Chillicothe on Thursday, while the shooter remains on the run. The shooting occurred around 6:30 p.m., witnesses told the Guardian. The victim’s identity has not yet been released, but authorities have confirmed that the person shot is a 14-year-old girl. She was shot once […]
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Firefighters battle a mobile home fire in Ross Co.
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Firefighters in Ross County responded to a mobile home fire Thursday afternoon. It happened around 4 p.m. in the 9000 block of Egypt Pike. According to reports, flames and heavy smoke were seen coming from the residence. Firefighters on the scene said the family was able to evacuate the structure before […]
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Former Ohio House Speaker Larry Householder found guilty on federal charges
CINCINNATI, Ohio — Former Ohio House Speaker Larry Householder has been found guilty of federal corruption charges related to a bribery scheme involving $60 million in dark money from FirstEnergy and its affiliates. The scheme was orchestrated to pass legislation bailing out two Ohio nuclear plants and involved funding a campaign to elect Householder as […]