PIKE COUNTY, Ohio — An active manhunt is underway for a suspect who fled from a high-speed chase. According to initial reports, deputies were engaged in a pursuit with two suspects along route 32 in Pike County. The chase took a dangerous turn when the driver decided to flee down the wrong side of the […]
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VIDEO: Adena Hospital fires top doctor after allegations of media leaks, terminates others
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The top doctor at Adena Health System was fired last week after allegations that he was leaking information to the media. In addition, other employees have been fired for simply reading news articles about the hospital and “liking” or sharing them on social media. Adena Health System has been under the spotlight […]
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No fatalities in serious crash along route 23
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Chillicothe Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is currently investigating a two-vehicle injury crash which took place on Thursday at approximately 11:07 AM. The accident involved a 2003 Chevrolet Impala and a 2004 Saturn Ion, causing non-fatal injuries to both drivers. Jacklyne D. Armstrong, 40, a resident of Chillicothe, was […]
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Kristin N. Doss, 39
Kristin N. Doss, 39, of Chillicothe passed 1:15 p.m. Wednesday May 24, 2023. She was born May 26, 1983 in Columbus to Lloyd A. and Paula J. Hand Doss. Surviving are children, Colson Miller of Circleville and Aerabella J. Miller of Chillicothe; brother, Nicholas E. (Bethany) Doss of Bartlesville, OK; parents, Lloyd and […]
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Chillicothe woman sentenced to 18 months in prison for her part in concealing missing man’s remains
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A Chillicothe woman has been sentenced to 18 months in prison after pleading guilty to her part in hiding the remains of a missing local man. Shelly McGuire and her codefendant Brad Lanman were indicted in December 2022 on multiple charges related to the death of Larry Davis Jr., who was reported […]
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Two people trapped inside wrecked vehicle in Ross County
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Rescue crews in Ross County were dispatched this afternoon to a two vehicle crash in the area of Route 23 and Trego Creek Road. According to initial reports from dispatchers, two people were unresponsive and trapped inside one of the wrecked vehicles. Troopers from the Ohio Highway Patrol were also requested […]
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Ross County resident recalls encounter with machete wielding stranger
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — In the early hours of Wednesday morning, local deputies responded to a report of a suspicious person at a residence on Sugar Tree Road. The incident occurred just before 4 a.m. Upon arrival, deputies were informed by the homeowner about a peculiar and unsettling encounter on their porch. The resident claimed […]
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Man charged after allegedly sexually assaulting a gas station employee in Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A Chillicothe man has found himself in hot water after allegedly sexually assaulting an employee. It happened at the Valero gas station at 61 North Bridge Street on Wednesday. The gas station is well known in Chillicothe because it uniquely features a full-service bar. According to the police report provided by the […]
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Tina Turner, Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll, dead at 83
Tina Turner, the legendary singer known for her powerful vocals, captivating stage presence, and remarkable performances, has died at the age of 83. Born Anna Mae Bullock on November 26, 1939, in Nutbush, Tennessee, Turner rose to stardom in the early 1960s as a member of the R&B duo Ike & Tina Turner. The duo […]
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Shooting incident in Ross County leaves one person injured, investigation underway
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — The Ross County Sheriff’s Office along with first responders were dispatched to the 9000 block of Dry Run Road in Kingston on a reported shooting. It happened just before noon today. According to preliminary reports, the incident may have been self-inflicted. The Guardian could not independently confirm these claims. The investigation, […]