FAYETTE COUNTY, Ohio — A peaceful early morning in Wayne Township, Fayette County, was interrupted by an act of harrowing violence, only to be stopped by a heroic family pet. Early Friday morning, Fayette County Sheriff’s Office received an emergency 911 call from a resident living at 3891 North Street, who reported being assaulted by […]
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Ohio congressman plans hearing on constitutionality of pandemic measures
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Ohio Representative Brad Wenstrup, the Republican chairman of the House Oversight and Accountability Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic, announced this week that he will be convening a hearing to examine the constitutionality of federal, state, and local actions taken during the COVID-19 pandemic that infringed upon the civil liberties of Americans. The […]
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USDA invests $320 million in Ohio and 18 other states to enhance agricultural markets
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a news release announcing significant investments aimed at fostering new markets and enhancing opportunities for agricultural producers and food businesses across rural America, with a specific focus on Ohio and 18 other states. USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack highlighted the administration’s commitment to supporting farmers and […]
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Village of Bainbridge to receive grant funding for sewer system and water treatment plant
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The village of Bainbridge is set to receive a large grant from the state to establish a new sewer system. According to Governor Mike DeWine’s Office, the village will receive $2,630,900 to establish a “gravity collection sewer system,” and “wastewater treatment plant.” Currently, the village is the largest “unsewered” community in the […]
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Man shot while walking on Chillicothe’s east side
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A Chillicothe man told police he was shot while walking in the east end. According to the Chillicothe Police Department, the incident happened during the early morning hours on Thursday. Around 2 a.m. on Thursday, officers were dispatched to Adena Regional Medical Center after a person arrived at the ER with a […]
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Vehicle fire damages home in Pickaway County
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — A truck fire in Pickaway County turned into a tense situation as it quickly spread to a nearby garage earlier today. Emergency crews were dispatched to Swackhamer Road around 2:30 p.m. First responders arrived on the scene to find the engine compartment of the truck engulfed in heavy flames, with the […]
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West Nile virus case confirmed in Ross County
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Health officials have confirmed that the first group of mosquitoes testing positive for the West Nile Virus (WNV) in Ross County has been identified. The group was located in Scioto Township, according to an announcement by Kelly Spindler, the Ross County Health District’s Director of Environmental Health, and Health Commissioner Janelle McManis. […]
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Four Chillicothe residents busted for armed robbery in Circleville
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — The Circleville Police Department announced today the arrest of four Chillicothe residents on charges of Armed Robbery. According to a statement from the police department, on June 8, 911 dispatchers received a robbery call at Ted Lewis Park. The victims, officials said, were able to provide detailed information about the suspects. Today, […]
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Search underway for missing teen in Ross County
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A search and rescue operation is underway for a missing teenager in Ross County. According to initial reports, 16-year-old Karrie Rodriguez was last seen today at approximately 6:30 a.m. She was wearing a black tank top and green camo shorts. At around 8:30 a.m., a call was made to all local […]
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Wanted Texas woman arrested in Chillicothe
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A wanted woman from Galveston, Texas, is behind bars today in Ross County after being arrested Thursday evening. According to the Chillicothe Police Department, officers were working security at the Sherman Park apartment complex when they spotted a group of individuals known to have active warrants out of the city. The […]