CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A top doctor at southern Ohio’s most visible medical center has been released from his employment. Dr. Harry Kittaka was the “Chief Transformation Officer” for the entire health organization. The role of the Chief Transformational Officer focused on working with the Adena Medical Group in adapting to changes that are the result […]
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Child porn bust goes down in Pickaway County
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — Sheriff Matthew O. Hafey of Pickaway County has announced that the Pickaway County Sheriff’s Office and the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force have executed a search warrant at an apartment in Circleville, Ohio, as part of an investigation into the sharing of child pornography. The investigation […]
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Ohio General Assembly passes anti-swatting law
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Attorney General, Dave Yost, has applauded the state’s 134th General Assembly for approving legislation that prohibits swatting, the practice of reporting a false crime or emergency with the aim of provoking an emergency response from law enforcement. Yost praised the members of the legislature who helped to advance the legislation, […]
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Ross County Health District announces new Health Commissioner
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — The Ross County Health District has announced that Janelle McManis, MPH, REHS, will be the next Health Commissioner, starting on February 14, 2023. McManis has a wealth of experience in public health, having worked at the Vinton County Health Department for over 16 years. She has held several administrative roles, including […]
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Suspect arrested in deadly Lawrence Co. shooting
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Ohio — Police in Ashland Kentucky has arrested the suspect in a deadly shooting in Lawrence County, Ohio. Dashawn L. Evans, 34, was arrested yesterday in connection with a shooting incident that took place on December 18 in Chesapeake, Ohio. The Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office had been searching for Evans since the shooting, […]
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Lucasville woman pleads guilty in kidnapping case
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio —– A Lucasville woman involved in the kidnapping of a Columbus woman has pled guilty in a Ross County court. According to the Ross County Sheriff’s Office, the events started on the morning of August 4, 2022 when 45-year-old Anthony Jernee, a truck driver and mechanic from Columbus, along with 48-year-old Terri […]
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AMBER Alert issued for 2 infant boys kidnapped in stolen car in Short North
COLUMBUS, Ohio — An AMBER Alert has been issued after police say someone stole a car with two 5-month-old babies inside in Columbus. The Columbus Division of Police said a black four-door 2010 Honda Accord was stolen around 9:45 p.m. in the Short North. The mother of the infant boys walked into a Donatos Pizza […]
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George Wagner maintains innocence after being sentenced to life without parole
WAVERLY, Ohio — A man convicted in the killings of eight members of an Ohio family was sentenced Monday to life in prison without the possibility of parole for his role in what one surviving relative called a “monstrous act” of mass murder. George Wagner IV was sentenced after an emotional hearing at which the […]
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Firefighters battle a New Holland structure fire
NEW HOLLAND, Ohio — Firefighters in Pickaway County were called to a working structure fire in the 100 block of East Front Street in New Holland at 3 p.m. this afternoon. Upon arrival, crews saw smoke and flames coming from the residence, leading to additional assistance being requested from surrounding departments. Deputies from the Pickaway […]
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Behaviorial emergency leads to scare in Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHe, Ohio — Authorities in Chillicothe responded to a call of threats at the Ross County Community Action Center on Woodbridge Avenue this afternoon. The call came in shortly after 1:30 p.m. According to police, the individual was reportedly making threats to harm people and gave officers a five-minute ultimatum to arrive on the scene. Deputies […]