DEERFIELD TOWNSHIP, Ohio — A single-vehicle crash on Egypt Pike left a motorcyclist severely injured Thursday night. The accident occurred around 10 P.M., .3 miles north of Dogtown Road in Deerfield Township, Ross County, according to the Chillicothe Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Tina Richmond, 50, of Clarksburg, was traveling southeast on a […]
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Hundreds of cyclists and will flock to Chillicothe this weekend as troopers ask drivers to stay vigilant
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Ross County is gearing up for an influx of bicyclists this weekend as the Annual Tour of the Scioto River Valley (TOSRV) bicycle tour is set to unfold. The two-day event, kicking off on Saturday, and concluding on Sunday, September 24, will see approximately 400 bicyclists embarking on an adventurous journey from […]
Posted inBainbridge, FEATURED, Local News, Ross County
Paint Valley Schools closed as bomb-sniffing dogs from Columbus sweep campus
BAINBRIDGE, Ohio — In the early hours Friday, Paint Valley Local Schools (PVLSD) faced a threat that led to an immediate closure of the school. The school administration became aware of a bomb threat through a social media post on a neighboring district’s site at around 6 a.m.. Acting promptly on this alarming information, local […]
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Threatening note leads to lockdown at Chillicothe school
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A bomb threat written in a note led to the swift action of school officials and law enforcement at Chillicothe Intermediate School around 1:00 pm today. The Chillicothe Police Department confirmed that the threat was found to be not credible after an investigation. The student behind the note, claiming it was a […]
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Southern Ohio woman arrested for shoplifting fake nails, hair dye after losing job
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — In an act following a job loss, a Chillicothe woman was caught allegedly stealing hair dye and fake nails from a local Walmart. Officers were alerted by Walmart security and swiftly confronted the suspected shoplifter in the store’s parking lot. While the woman claimed to have paid for all her items, showing […]
Posted inJackson County, Local News, Richmond Dale, Ross County
Car-hauler catches fire along route 35
JACKSON COUNTY, Ohio — A semi truck carrying cars caught fire Wednesday morning. It happened along route 35 at the Jackson and Ross County line. Firefighters said that something in the engine of the semi caught fire, which spread to a car the trailer was hauling. The highway was restricted as crews worked to put […]
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Ross Co. announces community flu vaccine popups
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — As flu season approaches, the Ross County Health District is taking proactive steps to ensure the health and safety of its residents. They have organized a series of community flu vaccine clinics to be held throughout the county in the coming weeks. Flu, an infectious respiratory illness, affects thousands every year. […]
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Executive Assistant
Job description Summary: Extremely busy executive seeking a part-time personal assistant to help with business and non-business related matters including community, entertaining, household, travel, and personal. Duties will include scheduling appointments, handling sensitive business matters, phone calls, emails, mail, and limited finances. If you think you are a good fit, drop us a line: dmyers[at]SciotoValleyGuardian.com. Job […]
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News Photographer (Part-time)
Job description The #1 news source for southern Ohio is seeking a part-time news photographer to document newsworthy events, such as banquets, events, and breaking news. **PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED** **NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE** In this position, the news photographer will cover events such as community events, ribbon cuttings, government functions, and most importantly, breaking […]
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Sales Account Executive
Job description **MEDIA SALES EXPERIENCE REQUIRED** **NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE ** Scioto Valley Guardian is looking to hire an account executive for our publication. The position will be based in Chillicothe, Ohio, and service the surrounding area, as well. You will be replacing a person who held this position and performed phenomenally well, but had […]