ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — The Ross County Sheriff’s Office is reminding motorists in the area of upcoming road construction projects that may affect your commute. In addition, several road projects have been scheduled over the next few weeks in Union Township. These projects include paving Albright Mill Road, Bowdle Road, and Morison Road. Clinton Road […]
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New study links vaping to increased risk of mental health issues in adolescents
SAN FRANCISCO, California — A recent study published in the Journal of Community Hospital Internal Medicine Perspectives has found that there is a concerning association between vaping and mental health problems among adolescents. The scoping review, which analyzed seven observational studies, revealed that vaping is linked to higher rates of depression, suicidal ideation, and suicide […]
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Historic milestone: U.S. successfully eliminates chemical weapons stockpile
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States has achieved a significant milestone in disarmament efforts, successfully completing the destruction of its outdated chemical weapons stockpile. This achievement fulfills the U.S. commitment to the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) under the Chemical Weapons Convention. Dr. William A. LaPlante, Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition […]
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City of Chillicothe announces new temporary road closure
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The City of Chillicothe has announced some area road closures. According to officials, the access road to Walgreens and Applebee’s will be closed for utilities maintenance. “The exit and entrance to the northeast of Walgreens’ parking lot will be open, as well as “Applebee’s southeast egress to Bridge Street”, officials said. The […]
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Stolen semi leads police on multi-county pursuit in southern Ohio
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio —– Law enforcement across southern Ohio were involved in a dangerous high-speed pursuit Sunday morning involving a semi. It all began West of Chillicothe when law enforcement was advised of a reported stolen tractor-trailer. The semi was called into Fayette County Sheriff’s office from the Highway Patrol in Greene County after a […]
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Fire crews from multiple townships respond to structure fire in Ross County
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Firefighters responded to a reported house fire in Ross County on Friday afternoon. The fire was located in the 10000 block of Route 772. Additional assistance was requested from neighboring townships and fire crews from Pike County. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time. It is unclear if […]
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One killed in apparent vehicle crash along private lane
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — One person was pronounced deceased on Friday along a private drive in Ross County. It happened in the 1100 block of U.S. Route 23 near George Hollow Road at around 2:30 p.m. The call was placed into dispatch that someone had crashed their car on family property back a long lane. […]
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Sidewalk extension makes Chillicothe dog park more accessible
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Catherine and Holden Corzine Memorial Dog Park in Chillicothe, Ohio has received a much-needed upgrade. The city has extended the sidewalk into the park, making it accessible for all individuals and four-legged friends to enter safely and cleanly. The new sidewalk provides a clear and accessible path to the park, making […]
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Ohio lawmakers call for “Convention of States” to limit federal power
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio General Assembly has taken steps to address concerns regarding the extent of federal government power and fiscal responsibility by introducing a joint resolution to apply for a Convention of the States under Article V of the U.S. Constitution. The resolution, sponsored by Representatives McClain and Willis, aims to propose amendments […]
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Log truck rolls near Bainbridge, sending driver to hospital
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A man is in serious, but stable condition after rolling a semi. Deputies rescue crews responded to a semi-rollover accident near Bainbridge on Friday morning. The call came in shortly after 10 a.m. in the area of Potts Hill Road and Schmidt Road. The driver of the log truck, which belonged […]