WASHINGTON, D.C. — In another first in American history, embattled former President Donald Trump has been indicted on federal charges. This week, a federal grand jury handed down a multi-count indictment against Trump. The indictment is related to the handling of classified documents by the former President and his staff. In August 2022, agents with […]
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Polling locations temporarily change in Ross Co. for upcoming election
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Ross County Board of Elections has announced two temporary changes to polling locations for the upcoming Special Primary Election on August 8. The move comes as a part of the department’s commitment to ensuring voters can participate in elections despite operational constraints. In an official statement, Traci Henness, the Director of […]
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Teenager kidnapped and sexually assaulted in Yoctangee Park
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story contains details of sexual assault that may be triggering or distressing to some readers. CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A day at Yoctangee Park turned into a living nightmare for a 16-year-old girl. She reported to local police on June 7 that she was kidnapped and sexually assaulted behind Chillicothe High School. The […]
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ODOT asks for public input on upcoming project in Ross Co.
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — The Ohio Department of Transportation—District 9’s Planning Department is seeking public input for a bridge replacement project on Dry Run Road in Ross County. The proposed project aims to rehabilitate the bridge on CR 223 (Dry Run Rd.) in Springfield Township between Lick Run and Graves Road. According to the project […]
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CAC of Pike Co. to offer “Positive Performance Coaching” class for professional development
PIKE COUNTY, Ohio — The Workforce & Business Development Program at the Community Action Committee of Pike County will offer a class on Positive Performance Coaching on Wednesday, July 19th, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. The class will take place at the OSU Small Business Development Center, located at 1862 Shyville Road in Piketon. During […]
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Woman assaulted by Chillicothe eye doctor, police report shows
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A woman claims that a local optometrist assaulted her while she was an employee at his office. The woman, who took to social media, recounted her side of the story while employed at Chester Eye Center, located at 261 North Woodbridge Avenue. She posted, “Now that I don’t work here anymore! I […]
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Search for missing woman ends at Ross Lake
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A woman went missing in Ross County, which prompted a search and rescue operation on Wednesday. The call was placed to Ross County Sheriff’s office at around 6:30 p.m., when dispatchers were told the woman had been visiting Ross Lake and went missing. Ross Lake Wildlife Area is a 1,107-acre state wildlife area located 2 miles east of Chillicothe. The […]
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Law enforcement in pursuit of stolen vehicle along Route 23
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — The Ohio Highway Patrol and multiple law enforcement agencies in Pickaway County are currently involved in a high-speed pursuit. According to dispatchers, the driver has been traveling south along Route 23. Just before 2:30 p.m., the Ross County Sheriff’s Office was notified that the chase was heading toward the county. Deputies, […]
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Air Quality Alert issued for Ohio’s metropolitan areas as Canadian wildfire smoke spreads
WILMINGTON, Ohio — An air quality alert has been issued for several metropolitan areas in Ohio, including Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton, due to the spread of smoke from wildfires in Canada. The haze caused by the smoke has affected the region, prompting the National Weather Service (NWS) to advise residents on precautionary measures. According to […]
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Ohio Air National Guard’s 180th Fighter Wing to conduct air defense exercises
OHIO — Here comes the boom! The 180th Fighter Wing of the Ohio Air National Guard is set to carry out an air defense exercise over the region today, June 7. The purpose of this exercise is to assess the wing’s response and coordination procedures in the face of a potential air threat. Residents residing […]