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Missing man found
A South Salem man who was reported as missing after leaving his home around 7:45 a.m. Tuesday was found safe and was back at home around 7 p.m. Wednesday. Michael Marler, 64, had not been seen since he left home for work Tuesday morning. His family said he did not return home for lunch or after his shift as he usually does Tuesday and was still missing late Wednesday.
Herr Foods, Inc, announces investment to create 125 new jobs in Jackson and Chillicothe
JACKSON –– Herr Foods, Inc., a recognized leader in the snack food industry, in collaboration with JobsOhio, Ohio Southeast Economic Development (OhioSE), the Jackson County Ohio Economic Development Partnership and the Jackson Civic Improvement Corporation announced an investment of $31 million in Southeast Ohio, creating 125 new jobs in Jackson and Chillicothe.
Round' the Town: Next time you don‘t know what to do, remember, God knows
Good news that Herr’s is building a plant for their Cheese Curls that will employment 75 people. It will be located on the old Goodyear site. I wrote about it a year ago and at that time they would employ 18 people. Congrats to Tara Goodman Richards on her appointment to being the Jackson Middle School Principal! A dream come true for her! For some mysterious reason, I haven’t received...
Historic Circleville Auto Parts Store Hits Market After Decades of Service
Circleville, OH – After faithfully serving the community for over six decades, Marshalls Auto Parts, Inc., a local fixture under the same ownership for 37 years, is now up for sale. Located at 1091 State Route 56 East, the storied establishment has officially listed its expansive lot, offering a “turn-key” opportunity inclusive of all inventory.
Ross Co. garage fire under arson investigation
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A garage fire in Ross County is currently under investigation for possible arson, according to local authorities. The incident occurred on May 9 at a residence on Pam Lane, just south of downtown Chillicothe. Upon arrival, deputies found the garage fully engulfed in flames. Fire crews...
Chillicothe Secures H2Ohio Chloride Reduction Grant to Enhance Salt Management
In a significant development for environmental stewardship and community safety, the City of Chillicothe has been awarded grant funding from the H2Ohio Chloride Reduction Program. This funding initiative aims to empower communities in improving salt storage and distribution practices to curtail the runoff of salt into Ohio’s water bodies.
Public Records: Ross County restaurant inspections
The following are restaurant inspections with critical violations, as reported by the Ross County Health Department in April. April 10 Bainbridge 1st Stop, 432 E. Main St., Bainbridge. Observed items stored in front of and inside the hand wash sink. ...
Ex-employee accuses Adena Health of taking Medicare pay for unnecessary heart surgeries
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio (WCMH) — A federal lawsuit unsealed Friday has accused a Chillicothe-based medical provider of performing unnecessary heart surgeries and taking pay from the U.S. government. The lawsuit is a qui tam action, meaning that plaintiff Rhett Holland’s attorneys sued on behalf of the United States over fraudulently obtained money. Holland was Adena Health […]
Unioto softball cracks Fairland, punches ticket to second consecutive Division II district final
ATHENS — Ask any member of Unioto softball team's lineup what's brought them success in the postseason and beyond, and every player is bound to give you the same answer. Trust. The Shermans know what they can accomplish as a lineup and how they can stretch the longevity of their run in the state...
Ross County Artist Completes Smokey Bear Mural Promoting Wildfire Prevention at Western Elementary School
CHILLICOTHE, May 14, 2024 – Pam Kellough, a celebrated artist hailing from Chillicothe, has added another masterpiece to her portfolio with the completion of the Smokey Bear mural at Western Elementary School in Pike County. The vibrant mural, adorned with the intricate strokes of Kellough’s brush, serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of wildfire prevention while celebrating the natural beauty and resources of Ohio’s State Forests.
Waverly receives grant for street lights along US 23
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik announced $3.1 million in grants to support sustainable, long-term cost and energy savings. “We (the village) were awarded the Brighten Ohio Communities grant for street lights,” Waverky Economic Development Administrator Shelly Anderson said. Council had already made the decisions to change the bulbs while they waited for word on the grant. ...
Group collected signatures to end gerrymandering in Ohio during Chillicothe stop on Saturday
CHILLICOTHE — About 25 advocates of fair elections from across Ohio gathered in Chillicothe Saturday for a mass signature-gathering effort to ensure a proposed constitutional amendment to end gerrymandering in Ohio qualifies for the November ballot. Gathering signatures in Chillicothe is especially meaningful given that the city twice served as Ohio’s capital in the early 1800s before the Statehouse’s permanent move to Columbus, said the Rev. Terry Williams of Chillicothe’s Orchard Hill United Church of Christ. ...
City of Circleville Service Committee Holds on Traffic Configuration Change for Clarity
In a recent safety committee meeting held by the City of Circleville, the topic of traffic safety and configuration took center stage. The ordinance proposed a reduction of lanes from four to two on Court Street, with the addition of a center turn lane. This initiative, initially raised by downtown business owners, has been on the table for years with Safety now introducing it.
Video Released in Large Brawl in Chillicothe Resulting in Multiple Arrests
CHILLICOTHE – In the early hours of Sunday, April 28th, chaos erupted in a strip mall parking lot in Chillicothe, Ohio, leading to a significant police response and several arrests. Reports flooded in of a large crowd engaged in physical altercations near Cheap Tobacco, Wobbly Ghost Bar, and Advanced...
Line Cutting at Circleville Rural King Leads to Fight
On May 5th, 2024, a disturbance at the Rural King store located at 23625 US 23 South prompted law enforcement intervention, resulting in an arrest and medical attention for the victim. Circleville Police were dispatched to the scene at 11:21 am, and found himself responding to reports of a fight....
Large Fight in Circleville Ends with One Charged, So Far
A chaotic scene unfolded on the night of May 11th, 2024, when law enforcement responded to reports of a large fight at the 400 Block E. Franklin St. Though two vehicles were reported fleeing the scene, they evaded capture, prompting officers to converge on the site of the altercation at on E. Franklin St.
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