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Ross County’s Yocatangee Park will Transform Under New Grant Adding Pavilion, Amphitheater, Pickeball, Childrens Museum
COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 1, 2024 — The Appalachian Downtowns and Destinations Initiative, part of the Appalachian Community Grant Program, has unveiled plans for 30 significant economic development projects across Ohio’s Appalachian region. These initiatives, bolstered by a $154 million investment, aim to rejuvenate historic sites, enhance recreational facilities, and elevate the overall quality of life for residents.
Temperature issues, staff training among Chillicothe food safety violations
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Recent health inspections across Chillicothe revealed multiple food safety violations at several local businesses. Inspections were conducted between April 18th and April 29th. Most Serious Violations. The most serious violations involved food temperature and handling:. Mister Sub: Ice machine had heavy debris buildup. A critical control...
Multiple arrests made in large Chillicothe brawl
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Police have released new details in the large fight that broke out in the early hours of Sunday morning in Chillicothe, resulting in several arrests by Chillicothe Police and assisting agencies. The incident began with reports of a large crowd fighting in a strip mall parking...
Downtown event road closures planned for May
CHILLICOTHE — Throughout the month of May Downtown Chillicothe will be hosting various events that will close the streets of downtown to vehicles. Here is a look at when those closures will take place: May 3: 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.- North Paint Street between Main Street and 2nd Street for Yellow DayMay 11: 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.- Parking lot at the corner of 4th Street and South Paint- Rummage SaleMay 11 and May 12: All...
DeWine announces funding for eight projects in Ross County
CHILLICOTHE— Ohio Governor Mike Dewine and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik visited Chillicothe on Wednesday to announce over $154 million in grants to fund transformational economic development projects in Ohio's Appalachian region. The Appalachian Community Grant Program will give $500 million to Ohio's 32-county Appalachian region. In...
Chillicothe Police Investigate Theft of Correctional Facility Equipment
The Chillicothe Police Department is currently investigating a reported theft, as Charles Pritchard, a maintenance employee of RCI, contacted authorities regarding a missing leaf blower from a work truck. According to Pritchard, he took the RCI work truck to Lowes, located at 867 N Bridge St, around noon today. Shortly...
Ross County – Fight Over a Relationship Ends One in Jail for Assault
Law enforcement officers responded to a reported assault at 318 McKeller Street, resulting in the arrest of a suspect. According to the supplemental narrative provided by Justin Tuttle, officers were dispatched to the scene following reports of an assault. Upon arrival, officers learned that the victim, Brandon L. Holley, had relocated to Massie Avenue.
Loveland mom asks for help finding her 16-year-old daughter
LOVELAND, Ohio (WXIX) - A Loveland mother is asking for the public’s help in finding her missing 16-year-old daughter. Whitney Hatfield was last seen on Main Street in South Salem on March 7. Only a toothbrush and a few toiletries were missing from her room. She hasn’t contacted any loved ones.
Chillicothe church attacked by vandals
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Police are investigating an act of vandalism at the First Freewill Baptist Church on Ervin Avenue in Chillicothe. The incident occurred sometime over the weekend. Officers discovered two broken windows at the church, one in the basement and another higher on the building. The police department...
New owners take over Paper City Coffee
CHILLICOTHE — After almost eight years of being in the community Paper City Coffee has become a well-known place for people to get their morning drink and visit with friends. Luckily, regular customers don't have to worry about too much changing when the new owners take over as they plan to keep the store feeling like a "warm hug."
Ross County Grand Jury, April 26th: Showing a Handgun While Under Several Warrants for Arrest…then Resisting
Chillicothe — The Ross County Grand Jury returned all 16 of their cases Friday, April 26th, 2024, with nine open for release to the public. From testimony in the grand jury in one of the cases, according to the Ross County Prosecutor’s Office:. On April 16th, Chillicothe police...
Ross County – T-Shirt Thief Arrested after Multiple Trips to Rural King
Law enforcement officers responded to a shoplifting incident at Rural King, prompting the arrest of a suspect and barring several individuals from the premises. According to the initial narrative provided by Christopher McGowan, a dispatch was made to Rural King regarding a reported shoplifting incident. McGowan, upon arrival, encountered a white Chevy Tahoe, wherein he made contact with the driver, Destiny Rickey, and a back seat passenger, Travis Wolfenbarker.
Grand Jury: High Speed Chase on East Main Street to Downtown Chillicothe
The Ross County Grand Jury returned all 16 of their cases Friday, April 26th, 2024, with nine open for release to the public. From testimony in the grand jury in one of the cases, according to the Ross County Prosecutor’s Office:. On March 16th, a Ross County Sheriff’s Deputy...
Four arrested, drugs seized, naloxone kits given out during Operation Bridge in Ross County
CHILLICOTHE – The Ohio Department of Public Safety, RecoveryOhio, and the Ross County Sheriff’s Office worked with local law enforcement and treatment agencies to conduct a coordinated drug/outreach saturation event known as Operation BRIDGE, or Bridging Recovery and Interdiction Data Gathering Enforcement. The purpose of the two-day event...
Ross County Grand Jury, April 26th: Don’t Add Drug Charges to Shoplifting in an Easily Recognizable Car
Chillicothe — The Ross County Grand Jury returned all 16 of their cases Friday, April 26th, 2024, with nine open for release to the public. From testimony in the the grand jury in three of the cases, according to the Ross County Prosecutor’s Office:. A Portsmouth trio now...
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