WILMINGTON, Ohio — The Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Oklahoma has raised the alarm over severe weather risks in the region, with some areas facing an enhanced risk of severe storms. According to the National Weather Service, damaging winds and a few isolated tornadoes are the primary threats and forecast models suggest a strong squall […]
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Chillicothe takes action with new neighborhood traffic calming program
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The City of Chillicothe has announced a new neighborhood traffic calming program aimed at reducing speeding and increasing safety on specific streets. The program is a joint effort between the Chillicothe Police, Planning, and Service Departments and will address recurring speeding issues on S. Watt Street, Allen Avenue, Piatt Avenue, and Tritscheller […]
Posted inLocal News, Vinton County
Vinton Co. Sheriff’s Office released daily activities report for March 30
VINTON COUNTY, Ohio — On March 30, 2023, the Vinton County Sheriff’s Office responded to multiple incidents throughout the day. Deputies were busy with everything from conducting traffic stops to investigating stolen vehicles. The day started with deputies checking on a suspicious person at Crosscreek General Store at around 12:50 a.m. Later, at 1:12 a.m., […]
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Troopers investigate a crash that shut down a major Jackson Co. highway
JACKSON COUNTY, Ohio — The Ohio Highway Patrol’s Jackson Post is currently investigating a non-injury, two-vehicle crash that occurred, yesterday, March 30th, near the entrance ramp for Route 32 from Route 35. According to reports, the accident involved a 2011 Toyota Prius driven by Shirley Boring, 76, of Hamden and a 2009 Cadillac STS driven […]
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Head-on crash seriously injured two in Scioto Co.
SCIOTO COUNTY, Ohio — A serious two-vehicle accident occurred on Thursday night, March 31st, on Route 140 near Lindeman Road in Scioto County. The Ohio Highway Patrol received a report of the crash at approximately 10:04 p.m. The accident involved a 2012 Jeep Patriot and a 2009 Toyota Corolla, which collided head-on. According to the […]
Posted inFayette County, Local News
Fayette Co. Sheriff’s Office investigate threats made against a local school
FAYETTE COUNTY, Ohio — A student at the Miami Trace Middle School in Fayette County is in hot water today after they were allegedly overheard making a threat against the school. The school administration and Fayette County Sheriff’s Office, officials said, immediately took action, and it has been determined that there are no ongoing safety […]
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Former President Donald Trump indicted on criminal charges in New York
NEW YORK CITY, New York — In a historic move, a New York grand jury has indicted former President Donald Trump on unspecified criminal charges. This marks the first time a former US president has been charged criminally. The charges stem from hush money payments made to Stormy Daniels, a former porn star who was […]
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Adena Health System faces new wrongful death lawsuit
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Adena Health System, the region’s largest healthcare provider, is once again facing controversy as it grapples with multiple allegations of misconduct. The latest lawsuit, filed by the estate of Kami Wright, accuses Adena of providing negligent medical treatment that led to her death. Wright died on October 19, 2021, due to […]
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Ohio gears up for rare celestial event
Ohio is gearing up for a rare celestial event that is expected to draw crowds from across the country to the Buckeye State. On April 8, 2024, Ohio will be in the path of totality for the Great American Solar Eclipse, a rare occurrence that hasn’t been seen in Ohio since 1806. Ohioans are eagerly […]
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Chillicothe’s marijuana meltdown: Man calls 911 saying he is OD’ing on weed
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Police in Chillicothe responded to a call of a possible overdose this week after an 18-year-old man made a call to 911 after he got high on marijuana and thought he was dying. The young man in question, police said, stated that he smoked marijuana out of a vape pen labeled “Train […]