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Authorities investigate break-in at a Chillicothe storage facility
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Chillicothe Police Department is investigating a break-in at a local storage facility on the city’s westside. According to the report provided by police, a woman called dispatchers saying her storage unit at Red Dot Storage, located at 1901 Western Avenue had been broken into while she was living in Minnesota.
Ross County Sheriff’s Office daily activity report: June 11, 2024
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Deputies responded to various calls on Tuesday. Here is a snapshot of those cases. 06/11/24 – 01:37 AM – TREGO CREEK, CHILLICOTHE. Obstructing Official Business; Falsification – Public Official, Mislead; Disorderly Conduct; Warrant. Deputies Rush and Ramsey were dispatched to the area of...
Local Peace Officer Academy welcomes new cadets
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — This spring, 11 cadets joined the Basic Peace Officer Academy run by Pickaway-Ross Adult Education in partnership with Ohio University Chillicothe. The academy, which graduated its first class of six cadets in December, aims to prepare individuals for certification and employment as peace officers in Ohio.
Police called to Chillicothe apartment over dead mouse
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Authorities are investigating a harassment complaint after a resident of Westland Estates Apartments reported finding a dead mouse placed on her front door handle. A sergeant from the Ross County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to the scene on Sunday, in response to the complaint made by...
Chillicothe man arrested after violent home invasion
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A Chillicothe woman says a man forcibly entered her home and violently assaulted her. The incident took place on Saturday evening along East Water Street. Responding to a call at 80 1/2 East Water Street, officers spoke with the victim who alleged that 35-year-old Samuel Markese...
Bainbridge museum showcases circus history in Ohio
BAINBRIDGE — Come one come all to the Ohio Circus Museum right in Bainbridge. Here you will see memorabilia and hear stories about the famed animal trainer and circus owner Clyde Beatty. Beatty was born in Bainbridge in 1903. He would go on to attend Chillicothe High School and eventually join the circus...
State awards $696,000 to county’s central dispatch project
Scioto County will be receiving state funding for a combined 911 center, a project that has been in the works for years and would see Scioto County, Portsmouth, and New Boston 911 responses originating from a central dispatch. According to information from State Sen. Terry Johnson, R-McDermott, Scioto County Safety...
Pickaway County – Pair Arrested in Connection with Walmart Theft, Calculators and Groceries Recovered
Circleville, Ohio – On January 24, 2024, at approximately 1409 hours, officers responded to a report of a theft in progress at Walmart, located at 1470 S. Court St. The suspects, identified as Eric L. Benford and Miranda J. Setree, were fleeing the scene in a U-Haul pickup truck.
Moose Miller performs at Chillicothe festival
Rising country music singer Michael “Moose” Miller performed at the Feast of the Flowering Moon in Chillicothe on Saturday, May 25. He is a of Pike County and he used to live in Waverly. When asked why did you choose to perform at the feast of the flowering moon? Miller said, “It is a festival in Chillicothe. I grew up coming here with my family. It is awesome that they would have me come out. So, I love coming home. Any excuse to come home...
Three arrested on federal drug-related charges
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and Sheriff Tracy D. Evans in conjunction with The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), the Southern Ohio Organized and Major Crimes Task Force, Waverly Police Department and the Pike County Prosecutor’s Office executed warrants on June 5, 2024, in Pike County and in the Village of Waverly. The Warrants were a direct result of an extended investigation conducted by the DEA and the Southern Ohio Organized and Major Crimes Task Force. The investigation and the warrant execution resulted in several federal drug related offences and the arrests of: ...
3 of the 4 busted in federal raids in Pike County released from jail
WAVERLY, Ohio — All individuals, except for former Waverly Police Officer Mark Anglemyer, have been released from custody. On June 5, agents with the Drug Enforcement Agency initiated multiple raids in Pike County following the indictment of Anglemyer and three of his associates for cocaine and anabolic steroid distribution.
XL superload to traverse county Sunday
PORTSMOUTH- The 12th of nearly two dozen “super loads,” and first of four loads that exceed 900,000 pounds, will depart the dock site in Adams County on Sunday, June 16. The convoy will travel through Portsmouth and Scioto County on its way to New Albany. The load will be delivered to the site of the new Intel plant in Licking County.
Pump House Center for the Arts kicks off Juneteenth celebrations
CHILLICOTHE — Kicking off the Juneteenth celebration, the Pump House Center for the Arts recently held the opening of its Juneteenth–Creative Artist Event. During this event, artists of various mediums came together to share their works inspired by Juneteenth. The winners of this show are: ...
Waverly Council discusses new sidewalk repair ordinance
Waverly Village Council met in regular session Monday, June 5 and an ordinance that received its first reading was the one that had the most discussion. The agenda for the meeting states that Ordinance #48-2024’s purpose is to amend Ordinance #33-99, the City’s Special Assessment Policy. The Ordinance reads, “Whereas the Village of Waverly wishes to to amend Ordinance #33-99 to require all sidewalk and driveway aprons to be 100%...
Chillicothe Eagles Funding More “Knoxboxes” for First Responders to Avoid Breaking In During Emergencies
Chillicothe — If you’re worried you might not be able to open your door in time for EMS or the fire department, there is a way for them to have access to secure keys with something called a “Knoxbox.”. Chillicothe Council is working on an ordinance to...
What you need to know about the Kenworth Truck Parade
CHILLICOTHE — As Kenworth celebrates its 50th year in Chillicothe, the company will be holding its third annual Kenworth Truck Parade in the downtown area. Here is everything you need to know to enjoy the night. When is the truck parade? The parade will take place at 8:45 p.m. June 15. ...
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