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$32,000 Award to Turn Historic Chillicothe Building Into Business Incubator

CHILLICOTHE — A $32,000 award will help turn a historic downtown Chillicothe building into business incubator space that could support 10 new jobs, the Chillicothe Gazette reported. The Joint Economic Development Initiative of Southern Ohio announced the award from Mission Conversion Services Alliance to local developer Kevin Winegardner, according to a community announcement reported by […]

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Pump failure threatens toxic plume in Chillicothe

CHILLICOTHE — Chillicothe residents are being warned about a pump failure in a well being run by the U.S. Paper Mill, which could cause issues with the toxic plume beneath Chillicothe. On Nov. 12, the U.S. Paper Mill alerted the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency to a pump fracture on a water well that has been containing a toxic plume of underground chemicals. The decades-old, 90-foot pump will need replaced, which will cost thousands of dollars. More about the Plume: Will the toxic underground plume in Chillicothe be affected by new owner of mill site? The migration of this plume, which was caused by a cookware manufacturing plant that closed in the 1990s, was a concern for many when the Pixelle paper mill announced it was closing down. Since then, the new owners have been pumping water into the well to keep the underground water tables away from the plume. In a news release, the U.S. Paper Mill said that migration of the plume could, over time, contaminate land and groundwater in farmland, residences, and the Scioto River. U.S. Paper Mill is working on a solution, but they are not sure how long it will take to solve this problem. "As

Chillicothe, OH · 15h

Chillicothe Gazette

Mobile golf simulator gets $18,000 boost in Chillicothe

Hot Shots Entertainment LLC received $18,000 to help launch a mobile golf simulator serving four southern Ohio counties. The funding from Mission Conversion Services Alliance will support the Chillicothe-based entrepreneurial venture, according to a community announcement from the Joint Economic Development Initiative of Southern Ohio . Hot Shots Entertainment plans to bring the interactive golf simulator to events in Ross, Pike, Scioto and Jackson counties. The business will be available for fundraisers, fairs, festivals, weddings, parties and other private events. The simulator is the first of its kind in the region, according to the announcement. Investment supports a new regional business “Hot Shots Entertainment is a great example of southern Ohio’s entrepreneurial spirit and the expansion of niche markets that are emerging across southern Ohio,” said Tammy Eallonardo, director of Greater Chillicothe & Ross County Development. “MCSA is a respected partner of economic development and is keen to support small business across a wide range of industries. We appreciate their willingness to invest in our local economies.” More information about the business is available at thehotshotsentertainment.com . Hot Shots Entertainment can also be found on Facebook . This story was produced with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were

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Chillicothe Mayor Warns Paper Mill Loss Is Now Squeezing City Budget

Chillicothe Mayor Luke Feeney told City Council on Monday, November 9, that city revenue is now feeling the pain of last year’s paper mill closing, as council met in its new home at the renovated armory in Yoctangee Park, the Scioto Post reported in coverage by Kevin Coleman. The briefing put the mill’s long shadow […]

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Great Seal Medical Campus breaks ground in Chillicothe

The Great Seal Medical Campus broke ground in Chillicothe on Oct. 25, marking the start of a shift in access to medical care in Ross County and the Southern Ohio region. The campus was led by orthopedic physician Dr. Brian Cohen, Great Seal Medical Group and ValueHealth, and helps address concerns about healthcare access in Appalachia.

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God does not like ugly

It is the feeling of invisibility being felt by our youth. It is where they feel disregarded or overlooked by society. During the 2015 riot in Baltimore, the late Congressman Elijah Cummings walked the streets in West Baltimore to de-escalate the civil unrest following the death of Freddie Gray in police custody.

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Ohio ‘house of horrors’ mom whose 16 kids were found locked away in squalor is pregnant again

The mom at the center of an Ohio “house of horrors” case — where her 16 children were found locked away in squalor — is pregnant again. Elizabeth Siders, 34 — who was arrested in June and charged with 19 counts of child endangerment, two counts of sexual battery and two counts of unlawful sexual conduct with a minor — appeared in Vinton County court Monday for a competency hearing. Siders denied she was pregnant when she was booked into the county jail, but on Monday, her attorney, Thomas Stolly, confirmed she is expecting another child, WOUB reported . Ohio mom Elizabeth Siders, accused of abusing her 16 children, is pregnant again and has been ruled competent to stand trial in court. USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect Stolly did not provide a due date or any other details about his client’s pregnancy. At Monday’s hearing, the judge ruled Siders is competent to stand trial. She has pleaded not guilty to the charges. Moment MSC Seascape passenger is arrested as part of murder probe after woman found dead aboard The ruling followed an initial report that found Siders has depression and anxiety but no documented history of mental illness, her

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Larry Cox Turkey Trot Returns for 21st Year Thanksgiving Morning in Chillicothe

CHILLICOTHE — Southern Ohio Crime Stoppers is marking the 21st year of the Officer Larry R. Cox Turkey Trot this Thanksgiving, and anyone who picks up a race packet this week will be entered into a free raffle for a 54-inch smart TV, the organization said in a Facebook post reported by the Scioto Valley […]

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Chillicothe Unveils $35 Million Yoctangee Park Rebuild for Generations

CHILLICOTHE — After months of construction, Chillicothe’s Yoctangee Park improvements are officially complete, as city officials and parkgoers gathered to open the rebuilt armory, amphitheater, baseball diamonds and multi-purpose building, according to the Chillicothe Gazette. The celebration follows earlier openings in the park of a new skate park, new pickleball courts and refurbished tennis courts, […]

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Chillicothe Voters Reject Street Tax Again, Leaving Paving Funds Short

CHILLICOTHE — Chillicothe voters have rejected a 0.2 percent municipal income tax for street repairs for the second time in 2026, leaving the city’s income tax rate at 1.8 percent and its paving program without the dedicated funding city officials sought, the Chillicothe Gazette reported. The measure, decided in the Nov. 3, 2026 general election, […]

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Lake Hope Dining Lodge in McArthur, Ohio, Serves Hearty Meals in a Cabin-Style Setting Inside a Forested State Park

Deep in the woods of southeast Ohio, past winding park roads and tall trees, a wooden lodge sits on a hillside above a quiet lake. Hikers come here after long days on the trails, and cabin guests stroll over when nobody feels like cooking. The menu leans hard into smoked...

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This Secret Ohio Nature Preserve Hides Miles Of Forest Trails With Stunning Views

Tucked into the hills near Lancaster, Christmas Rocks State Nature Preserve feels like a hidden world. Quiet forest trails wind past mossy rocks, tall pines, and cliffs with wide views. Many hikers say it rivals far busier spots in Ohio. Here are nine things to know before you lace up...

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Adena Health Opens First Scioto County Clinic in Lucasville on Monday

Adena Health opened its first physical location in Scioto County on Monday, cutting the ribbon on Adena Family Medicine-Lucasville and seeing its first patients the same afternoon, the Scioto Post and the Scioto Valley Guardian reported on November 9. The clinic, at 37B Lucasville Minford Road in Lucasville, provides family medicine for patients of all […]

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Chillicothe Gazette

Army captain to community orthodontist, Brad Pendell's unexpected journey home

CHILLICOTHE— Dr. Brad Pendell thought he knew exactly how his life would unfold when he left Waverly for college. Instead, a scholarship sent him around the world, introduced him to lifelong friends, led him to his future wife and ultimately brought him back home to build the orthodontic practice he'd dreamed about since middle school. More from the Gazette: Chillicothe veteran turned his darkest moment into lifeline for others While in college, Pendell met with recruiters for several branches of the military who were offering scholarships to dental students. Despite his father and grandfather having both served, joining the military wasn't something Pendell had ever really thought about. However, a two-year scholarship helped change his mind. Soon he was serving as a dental captain in the Army and training to become an orthodontist. He served from 1992 to 2000 and traveled to various bases in the United States and was even stationed in Japan and Korea for multiple years. While much of his day-to-day work revolved around dentistry, Pendell was still a service member and had to train like one. He said going into the military taught him a lot of new skills; it also showed him what he was

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Looking at ATV/UTV safety after deadly incidents

KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Two deaths related to ATVs and UTVs have occurred in our region this week. Abel Sims, 12, of Cabell County, died Wednesday night. Levi Risner of Scioto County, Ohio, died Tuesday. Riding off-road vehicles is a popular pastime in the Tri-State. Jack McNeely, director of...

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Chillicothe Gazette

The Pearl Farmers by Stacey Gordon hits book store shelves

CHILLICOTHE — In 1992, Stacey Gordon graduated as one of the top students in her class from Chillicothe High School. Now, she is a published author celebrating the release of her new book, "The Pearl Farmers." Gordon grew up in Chillicothe before attending Ohio University. She said creative fiction writing has always been something she enjoyed in and out of school. "My lifelong dream has been to write a novel," said Gordon. After graduating, Gordon started working for magazines and quickly started working with organizations as they transitioned into the online era. This led to her working in the tech field, she is currently employed by Meta and has previously worked for Google. When she worked for a magazine, Gordon covered the cultured pearl jewelry industry, where she traveled the world and got to know those involved in the trade. Despite a shift in her career, Gordon said she still had all of this knowledge from her reporting days "rattling around" in her head. She put this knowledge to use when she started her book in 2010. She would continue to work on the project for many years before finally hunkering down and forcing herself to complete the first draft

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Hocking Athens Perry Community Action Gets 00,000 for Essential Home Repairs

Homeowners in Hocking, Athens and Perry counties who have been putting off a failing furnace, a leaking roof or a bathroom they can no longer safely use are in line for help. Hocking Athens Perry Community Action will receive $300,000 from the Ohio Department of Development for essential home repairs and accessibility modifications, State Representative […]

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Pike County Measles Cases Rise to 24 as Infant Is Hospitalized

Measles cases in Pike County have climbed to 24 confirmed infections, with two more cases suspected, and an infant has been hospitalized with the virus, the Pike County General Health District announced Monday, the Scioto Valley Guardian reported. The health district said the infant’s hospitalization underscores the danger measles poses to the county’s youngest residents. […]

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