PIKETON, Ohio — Atomic Credit Union recently awards thousands of dollars in local scholarships to students around southern Ohio. “The purpose of the Atomic Credit Union scholarship program is to provide financial assistance to graduating high school seniors who wish to further their education,” said spokeswoman Lindsey Denney. “This year alone, Atomic has provided $27,500 […]
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Agents remind parents and students of Ohio’s alcohol law ahead of graduation
COLUMBUS, Ohio— Agents with the Ohio Investigative Unit (OIU) and the Ohio Division of Liquor Control are reminding high school students not to use drugs or alcohol during graduation celebrations. Agents are also encouraging parents to refrain from furnishing alcohol or a place to consume alcohol. “Hosting a graduation party with alcohol is not giving […]
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Former Pike Co. Visitor Bureau Director pleads guilty to theft
PIKE COUNTY, Ohio — The former head of the Pike County Convention and Visitors Bureau pleaded guilty Tuesday, May 10 in Pike County Common Pleas Court to two criminal counts in the theft of more than $6,800, Auditor of State Keith Faber announced. Sharon Manson admitted to misdemeanor charges of attempted theft in office and […]
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Traffic Alert: Crash along route 23 backs up traffic in Pickaway Co.
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — A single-vehicle crash has backed up traffic along route 23. According to the dispatchers, law enforcement along with medics responded to the area of Orr Road and route 23 in Pickaway County. Officials say that traffic restrictions will be in place along the southbound lanes as crews work to clear the […]
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Investigation continues in the death of a Circleville man
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Law enforcement searches for answers in the death of 37-year-old Donald Anderson. Anderson was reported missing by family members. Authorities say he was last seen on May 14, 2022, at 8:22 a.m. Reports say Donald Anderson was supposed to meet family in Grove City for dinner at 6:00 p.m. but never arrived. Anderson […]
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Waverly Fire Department to hold bicycle and wagon decorating contest
WAVERLY, Ohio— The Waverly Fire Department is holding a bicycle and wagon decorating contest for this year’s Memorial Day Parade. The parade, officials said, will be held Monday, May 30th. A $25 prize will be awarded in 5 different categories: most patriotic, youngest, oldest, and best overall bike/wagon. Judging for the contest will be at […]
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PUCO orders refunds and fines for two retail energy providers
COLUMBUS, Ohio— Today the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) adopted settlement agreements for two retail energy providers to resolve allegations of misleading marketing and enrollment practices. Ambit Ambit Northeast will pay a $20,000 civil forfeiture to the state of Ohio, implement a new enrollment auditing program, and hold additional employee training. Ambit has already […]
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Governor DeWine announces new round of support to help redevelop Ohio neighborhoods
COLUMBUS, Ohio— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced today that $100 million in state support is now available as part of the second round of the Transformational Mixed-Used Development Program. The Ohio Department of Development began accepting applications for Fiscal Year 2023 projects today. The program provides a tax credit for major mixed-use […]
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Greenfield’s Memorial Day Parade returns this year
GREENFIELD, Ohio — After suffering due to the restrictions of the pandemic the past couple years, this year’s Memorial Day Parade is planned to be back in full swing in Greenfield. Bruce Snavely, president of the Concerned Veterans of Greenfield, the organization that plans the event, spoke to the Greenfield Council at its regular meeting […]
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Trial of Bainbridge murder suspect to begin this week
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio— The trial began this week in the case of Thomas Wyatt Pooler. Pooler is accused of the murder of Rocky Williams. Authorities say in December of 2020, Pooler came to a home on West Third Street in Bainbridge, shooting Williams, who officials said died a few hours later. Following the murder, a […]