CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A vigil is scheduled to take place in Yoctangee Park after the sudden passing of Frank Simmons, known by the community as “Scoon”. Simmons was the owner and operator of a local sports bar called the Locker Room on Eastern Avenue in Chillicothe. Organizers say the vigil is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. […]
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Troopers investigate serious motorcycle crash in Hocking Co.
ROCKBRIDGE, Ohio — The Ohio Highway Patrol is investigating a serious crash that left a 35-year-old man fighting for his life. Shortly after 9:30 p.m., on July 24, Jesse Ayers was riding a 2007 Kawasaki motorcycle along Clear Creek Road near Route 33 when he lost control and overturned. Ayers was transported to Grant Medical […]
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Portsmouth woman accused of the rape and kidnapping of a 12-year-old child
PORTSMOUTH, Ohio— A 30-year-old Portsmouth woman is in jail today after the Scioto County Sheriff’s Office says she was involved in the alleged rape and kidnapping of a 12-year-old child. According to Scioto County Sheriff David Thoroughman, Kimberly Mae Polachek is charged with 2 counts of rape and 2 counts of kidnapping. On July 24, […]
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Investigation continues into recent Ross Co. arson fire
ROSS, Ohio— The Ross County Sheriff’s Office, along with investigators from the state fire marshal’s office, continued to investigate a reported arson that occurred in June. According to the Ross County Sheriff’s Office, firefighters from Jefferson Township responded to the area of Fyffe Hollow Road after receiving a call regarding a structure fire. Firefighters on […]
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Governor Mike DeWine announced approval of assistance for seven projects including Kenworth expansion
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today announced the approval of assistance for seven projects set to create 660 new jobs and retain 3,333 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA) reviewed economic development proposals brought to the board by JobsOhio and its regional […]
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Adena Health System raises minimum wage to $15 per hour
CHILLICOTHE, OH – Adena Heath System announced today an investment in its caregiver wages, beginning in September with full implementation by the end of 2022, that includes raising it minimum wage to $15 per hour. “We understand that our caregivers are our most valuable asset and make us who we are,” said Jeff Graham, Adena […]
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Trial begins for a Jackson attorney accused of sexually assaulting a child
JACKSON, Ohio— The trial begins this week in the case of a local Jackson attorney accused of sexually assaulting a minor child. Christopher Michael Moore was indicted by a Jackson County Grand Jury in April of 2021 following an investigation into multiple alleged incidents involving Moore and the child. Court records obtained by the Guardian […]
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Officials release identity of body found near flood wall in Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The identity of the body found near the flood wall in Chillicothe has been released by officials. On Sunday, police officers and medics from the Chillicothe Fire Department responded to the area of the flood wall near Hirn and Riverside for a possible deceased person. Witnesses told officers that the man was […]
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Man arrested after trying to fill fake prescription at local pharmacy
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A 20-year-old man was arrested in Chillicothe after police say he attempted to fill a fake prescription at a local pharmacy. According to the Chillicothe Police Department, Abdullahi Abdukadir Osman was arrested after the Pharmacist said he had received a call from a supposed doctor out of Washington State. The prescription was […]
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Homeowner kills intruder in Pickaway County
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — A man is dead after deputies say a homeowner shot and killed him during a home invasion. According to initial reports from law enforcement, a man gained entry into a house in the 1000 block of Thrailkill Road just before midnight on Sunday. The 9-1-1 caller told dispatchers that the reported […]