Scioto Valley Guardian is looking to hire an Advertising Director for our publication. The position will be based in Chillicothe, Ohio, and service the surrounding area, as well. You will be replacing a person who held this position and preformed phenomenally well, but had to leave for personal reasons. The Guardian is looking for an […]
Posted inLocal News, Pickaway County
Route 23 closed in Pickaway Co. for crash
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — The highway was closed in Pickaway County on Wednesday evening for an accident. It happened at around 8 p.m on route 23 near and Pittsburgh Road. Details were limited, but the crash involved two vehicles, with at least one extrication, according to the fire department. Route 23 was closed as crews […]
Posted inFayette County, Local News
Skilled gaming centers raided by deputies and agents in Fayette Co.
FAYETTE COUNTY, Ohio — Agents from the Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC), along with deputies from the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office served search warrants on four businesses in Fayette County associated with illegal gambling. It happened Wednesday at numerous skilled gaming centers throughout the county. OCCC Agents launched an investigation after receiving complaints the businesses […]
Posted inFayette County, Local News
Harbor Freight coming to Washington Court House
WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE, Ohio — A national tool store is locating to the former K-Mart building in Washington Court House. The Guardian learned exclusively that Harbor Freight, who has stores in Chillicothe and Hillsboro has signed a lease to locate at 2100 Columbus Avenue. The building is the site of a former K-Mart, which has […]
Posted inLocal News
Missing teen reported in Ross Co.
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in finding a missing runaway. According to the Ross County Sheriff’s Office, Nicholas Smith, 15, was last seen in the area of Roxabell around 2:30 p.m., Tuesday. Smith is described as being 5’ 9” tall, 120 lbs., with brown hair, and blue eyes. Reports […]
Posted inVinton County
Two Vinton Co. residents face multiple drug related charges
VINTON COUNTY, Ohio — Vinton County authorities say two individuals were involved in a drug trafficking operation. According to Vinton County Sheriff Ryan Cain, after an extensive investigation, a felony search warrant was executed at Steele’s Motel in McArthur. During the search of an apartment, the Vinton County Sheriff’s Special Response Team found drugs, money, […]
Posted inChillicothe, Local News, Ross County
Two medical helicopters called to serious wreck
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Two medical helicopters were called to the scene of a serious crash on Moss Hollow Road. According to initial reports, the accident occurred around 7:30 p.m. in Ross County. EMS on the scene reported multiple serious injuries. The Guardian has received unconfirmed reports that a young child was involved in the […]
Posted inGreenfield, Highland County, Local News, Ross County
Greenfield School Board President charged with welfare fraud
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A local elected official and business owner is slated to take a plea deal after being charged with welfare fraud. Charley A. Roman, of South Salem, is facing a fourth-degree felony count of theft. It is alleged in the indictment that he received medicaid and food stamps from July 2018 to […]
Posted inFayette County, Local News
Armed robbery and car jacking at Fayette Co. gas station
FAYETTE COUNTY, Ohio — A gas station was robbed and a car was stolen in Fayette County. It happened around 1 a.m. on Saturday at TrueNorth fueling station on route 35 by the outlet mall. A person robbed the station and then, stole a 1990 Chevy Blazer. The SUV is blue with license plate JJY […]
Posted inLocal News
Unruly in Ross County
What is happening with kids in Ross County? My morning check of the police reports for the city and county has me concerned. One recurring theme stands out: nearly half of the reports involve unruly children. Things have drastically changed and not for the better. Children raised by dysfunctional parents frequently grow up to become […]