PIKE COUNTY, Ohio — A dead body was found early Sunday morning in Pike County. Deputies were called to the 9000 block of state route 772 after passersby called 9-1-1 saying a man was dead in the roadway and covered in blood. When deputies arrived they initially believed the man had been hit by a […]
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Large scholarship awarded in late-lineman’s honor
SCIOTO COUNTY, Ohio — In an emotional ceremony held on Tuesday the Community Foundation of Ohio’s Electric Cooperatives (OEC) presented a generous donation of $13,000 to the Scioto County Career Technical Center. The funds will be used to advance the Blake Rodgers Memorial Scholarship, named in honor of a local lineman who tragically lost his […]
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Chillicothe Pool splashes into summer by opening this week
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Chillicothe Pool, one of the city’s most beloved summer destinations, is all set to welcome its residents and guests alike as the City Pool officially opens its gates tomorrow, May 27th. The grand opening is scheduled for high noon, and local families are buzzing with anticipation. At a cost of just […]
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City of Chillicothe secures funding for new sidewalk installation on Buckeye Street
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The City of Chillicothe has recently received grant funding to embark on an infrastructure project that aims to enhance pedestrian safety and accessibility. The project entails the installation of a new sidewalk along Buckeye Street, accompanied by curb and gutter improvements for stormwater management and ADA-accessible ramps. The Engineering Department of Chillicothe […]
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Parent sounds alarm after stranger photographs child at Chillicothe grocery store
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Chillicothe Police Department is currently investigating an unsettling incident that occurred at a Kroger grocery store on North Bridge Street. According to reports, officers received a complaint from a concerned parent on Thursday. The parent informed officers that an unidentified individual, described as a bald Asian man dressed in dark clothing, […]
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Thieves steal the wheels off a truck at a Chillicothe dealership
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Hometown Auto, located at 60 North Plaza Blvd., became the target of thieves, resulting in the theft of all four wheels and tires from a 2020 Dodge 1500 pickup truck. Chillicothe Police Department responded to the incident and gathered information from the dealership’s manager. According to the manager, the surveillance camera footage […]
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Local health inspections unveil violations, Frisch’s Big Boy tops this week’s list
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Ross County Health District has released the results of its recent health inspections, revealing several establishments with both critical and non-critical violations. Among the businesses inspected, Frisch’s Big Boy on North Bridge Street stood out with multiple infractions. Signature Healthcare of Chillicothe, located at 60 Marietta Rd, received a non-critical violation […]
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Chillicothe Police hold live training at Chillicothe Intermediate School
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — In a joint effort to enhance emergency preparedness and ensure the safety of students, staff, and the community, the Chillicothe Police Department and Chillicothe City Schools have commenced a live training scenario at the Chillicothe Intermediate School. It is important to note that this exercise is strictly a training event and does […]
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Scholarship in the name of a fallen lineman receives generous donation
SCIOTO COUNTY, Ohio — Scioto County Career Technical Center received a generous donation of $13,000 from The Community Foundation of Ohio’s Electric Cooperatives. The contribution aims to advance the Blake Rodgers Memorial Scholarship, named in honor of Buckeye Rural Electric Cooperative lineman Blake Rodgers. Tragically, on December 23, 2022, Blake Rodgers lost his life while […]
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House a total loss in Vigo fire
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A house went up in flames early Friday morning in Ross County. It happened on Church Street at around 1:15 a.m. in the small community of Vigo near Londonderry. The home was fully engulfed in flames when first responders arrived at the scene. The homeowners made it out safely but their […]