CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Western Avenue at West Water was closed this evening due to a fallen tree and power lines. The incident happened shortly before 8:30 p.m. and police were called to the scene. The authorities are advising motorists to avoid the area as the cleanup process takes place. Currently, 70 homes in the area […]
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After MedCare cuts ties, Pike Co. signs ambulance coverage with new provider, announces fall levy
WAVERLY, Ohio — After a rocky few months of figuring out how the county would cover emergency medical runs, the Pike County Commissioners announced on Thursday they had found a solution, which includes a levy. The issue came after the county and current ambulance provider MedCare failed to come to terms in an agreement for […]
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Margie A. Drake, 95
Margie A. Drake, 95, of Londonderry died Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at home surrounded by her family. She was born August 5, 1927 in Jackson to Otho and Audrey Wills. On April 10, 1948 she married the love of her life, the late Robert C. Drake. Surviving are children, Robert M. (Shirley) Drake, Michael K. […]
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Kimberly Jo (Hastings) Bond, 64
Kimberly Bond, 64, of Williamsport passed away on January 8, 2023. She was born on January 11, 1958 in Columbus to Robert and Evelyn (Wright) Hastings. Kimberly enjoyed crafting, gardening and spending time with family. She was preceded in death by her father. Kimberly is survived by her mother Evelyn, her children Devin and Cameron […]
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Tammy “Tweety” Lynn Gregory, 54
Tammy “Tweety” Lynn Gregory, age 54, of New Martinsburg Community in Leesburg, passed away Sunday January 8, 2023, at her home. She was born on March 19, 1968, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of the late Thomas and Brenda (Stamper) Goodwin. Tammy worked at Wintersong Village in Washington Court House for several years as an […]
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Betty Louise Estep, 80
Betty Louise Estep, 80, of Chillicothe went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 10, 2023. She was born October 18, 1942, in Wilburton, OK, to the late Carl and Nancy Brown Hull. She had been the wife of the late James Theodore Estep who passed February 12, 2006. In […]
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Multiple fire departments respond to a fire at Captain D’s in Circleville
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — Firefighters are currently on the scene of a reported fire at Captain D’s, located at 25050 Route 23 in Circleville. The call came in shortly after 1:30 p.m., Thursday, with a 9-1-1 caller reporting smoke coming from the ceiling of the restaurant. Additional assistance from neighboring departments including Green Township in Ross […]
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Caretaker sentenced to prison for stealing over $216,000 from elderly woman
ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio — Cynthia King, 64, of Amesville, Ohio, was sentenced to a minimum of four years and a maximum of six years in prison for stealing over $216,000 from the estate of an elderly family member. According to the court, King was the caretaker and power of attorney of her aunt and wrote […]
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New safety innovation grants available to Ohio schools
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced today that $11.77 million in safety grants is available to schools throughout the state for the 2023-24 school year. Additionally, a limited number of innovation grants of up to $20,000 will be awarded to schools that implement technology linking them with law enforcement agencies for improved […]
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Severe Thunderstorm Watch
WILMINGTON, Ohio — A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for portions of southern Ohio. The Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Oklahoma has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the following counties in Ohio: Pike, Scioto, Lawrence, Jackson, and Gallia. A watch means conditions are favorable for severe weather development. Stay with the Guardian for […]