CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Ross County Sheriff’s Office is investigating threats made by a high school student at Unioto. According to reports, a student at the high school made comments, threatening to bring a gun to school and engage in a mass shooting. In a one-call announcement from the district Superintendent, Matthew Thornsberry, he said, […]
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Gus Macker returns to Waverly next month
WAVERLY, Ohio — The Community Action Committee of Pike County (CAC) will be hosting the Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Event on Saturday & Sunday, June 11 th & 12 th at the Waverly Stadium in Waverly. “We’re extremely excited to be able to offer this wonderful community event,” stated Amber Wheeler, Chairperson for the Pike […]
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Flood Advisory issued for parts of Ross, Fayette, and Highland Co.
WILMINGTON, Ohio — National Weather Services in Wilmington has issued a Flood Advisory for portions of Ross, Fayette, and Highland counties until 10:30 a.m. Several rounds of morning storms have caused flooding in low-lying, and poor drainage areas said NWS. Residents should be mindful of rising waters. Motorists should never attempt to cross flooded roadways.
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6-State Trooper Project to focus on safety belt enforcement
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio State Highway Patrol will be joining forces with other members of the 6-State Trooper Project to focus on safety belt enforcement. The initiative begins on Monday, May 23 at 12:01 a.m. and will continue through Monday, May 30 at 11:59 p.m. The high-visibility enforcement will include the Indiana State Police, […]
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Weather Alert: Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Fayette and Highland Co.
WILMINGTON, Ohio — The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Fayette and Highland counties until 10:15 p.m. According to NWS, a storm capable of strong winds is moving east at 50 mph. Residents should seek shelter inside a sturdy building.
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Pike Co. and State seeking information on arsonist
PIKE COUNTY, Ohio — The State Fire Marshal’s Office and Pike County Sheriff’s Office are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying those responsible for an arson that occurred at 2124 Shyville Road in Piketon. On Wednesday. Piketon Fire Department and Pike County Sheriff’s Office responded to the house fire. The State Fire Marshal’s Fire […]
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Circleville’s K-9 celebrates fourth birthday
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — The City of Circleville is celebrating a pawsitive birthday today. One of their K-9 units, Serg has turned 4-years-old. The city posted an adogable photo online commemorating the special day.
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U.S. Senator Brown awards a million to local airports
COLUMBUS, Ohio — U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) announced on Thursday that the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded two grants to an airport and a university located in Central Ohio, totaling $1,054,659. The funds will be used to help make necessary repairs to airports and their critical infrastructure. “Ohio […]
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Pursuit spanning Fayette, Madison counties ends with one arrest
LONDON, Ohio — A high-speed chase has ended in London after it spanned two counties on Thursday. It happened in Madison and Fayette counties at around 1 p.m. The vehicle was reported stolen, which was why law enticement were chasing the car. Two tires were punctured during the chase with spike strips when it entered […]
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Standoff in Frankfort started after federal agents serve warrant
FRANKFORT, Ohio — Law enforcement was involved in an active standoff in Ross County on Thursday. It started Thursday morning along the 1400 block of Westfall Road near route 207 after federal agents tried serving an arrest warrant. According to the Ross County Sheriff’s Office, upon arrival, agents located the wanted man who was armed […]