NELSONVILLE, Ohio — As the nation remains on edge following yet another school shooting, police in Nelsonville respond to a threats complaint from the Nelsonville- York City School District. According to the police department, prior to the start of school, the school district was made aware of a comment about a possible threat of violence. […]
Posted inLocal News, Ross County
ODOT announces closure of Route 772 in Ross Co.
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Starting on April 10, State Route 772 in Ross County will be closed for five days between Bishop Hill Road and Rinehart Road for crews to carry out repairs on a culvert. The closure is expected to last until April 14 at 5pm. During the closure, all traffic will be detoured […]
Posted inRegional
Fairfield Co. Coroner’s Office seeks next of kin for Army veteran
FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Ohio — The Fairfield County Coroner’s Office is seeking information about the next of kin of Danny Graham, a 65-year-old male who was recently found deceased at the Lutheran Social Services Faith Mission Shelter. Mr. Graham, authorities say, was originally from Erie County, Pennsylvania and had served in the U.S. Army. The Coroner’s […]
Posted inVA
Bipartisan lawmakers reintroduce bill to make VA health facilities smoke-free
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, a bipartisan group of lawmakers reintroduced a bill that would prohibit smoking at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health facilities. The legislation would repeal an antiquated 1992 law that requires the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) to furnish and maintain designated indoor or outdoor smoking areas, including at VA hospitals and […]
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Vinton Co. Sheriff’s Office releases daily activity report for March 28
VINTON COUNTY, Ohio — The Vinton County Sheriff’s Office released its daily activity report for March 28, 2023. According to the report, deputies conducted a traffic stop at Lake Rupert at 12:46 AM. Later that morning, at 9:29 AM, deputies checked a suspicious vehicle at the Old Track on State Route 93. At 10:53 AM, […]
Posted inColumbus
Support and opposition clash as Ohio A.G. defends death penalty amid calls for abolition
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has expressed his support for the death penalty, following the introduction of a bill to end Ohio’s capital punishment system. Yost believes that the death penalty is necessary for the most heinous offenders and as a means to protect corrections officers. He also raised the question of […]
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FDA approves Narcan for over-the-counter sales
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given the green light to Narcan, a naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray for over-the-counter (OTC), nonprescription use. Narcan is a medication that rapidly reverses the effects of opioid overdose and is the standard treatment for opioid overdose. This is the first naloxone product to be […]
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Launch Entertainment to bring family fun to Fayette Co.
FAYETTE COUNTY, Ohio — Launch Entertainment, a leading provider of family entertainment, is all set to open its doors to visitors at Destination Outlets Jeffersonville on Thursday, March 30th. The new location, which will be the first Ohio location for the franchise, features an exciting range of family-friendly entertainment options such as bowling, arcades, and […]
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Community Spotlight: Hope Clinic provides vital healthcare services to Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Hope Clinic, a non-profit, faith-based medical clinic in Chillicothe, Ohio, is providing a vital service for the community by offering free medical and dental care to those without insurance. The clinic, which operates as a 501c3 non-profit, is staffed by licensed physicians, nurses, and pharmacists who provide basic medical and dental […]
Posted inGreenfield, Highland County, Local News
Fentanyl seized and two arrested in Greenfield drug raid
HIGHLAND COUNTY, Ohio — Two Greenfield residents were arrested on drug trafficking charges following a raid by the Greenfield Police Department and the Highland County Task Force. Daryl Bumgarner Jr. and Hope Rowland, both of 645 McKell Avenue, were taken into custody after the authorities executed a search warrant on their residence. During the search, […]