Columbus, OH

Clarksburg, OH

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Chillicothe, OH

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Several Chillicothe restaurants were cited for multiple health code violations in inspections conducted on March 17 and 20, 2023. The inspections were conducted by the Ross County Health District. Taco Bell, located at 1247 Western Ave, was cited for not having soap at the handwashing sinks...

Recent Chillicothe restaurant inspections show multiple violations at several local eateries

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Feast of the Flowering Moon, a popular festival in Chillicothe, Ohio, is set to celebrate its 40th anniversary this year with a three-day event over Memorial Day weekend. The festival will be held in downtown Chillicothe from May 26 to May 28, 2023. As part...

Calling all former Queens: Feast of the Flowering Moon seeks your return for 40th anniversary celebration!

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Chillicothe Police Department is investigating an overnight stabbing that left one person seriously injured. The incident occurred during the early morning hours on Friday, MArch 24, at 390 East Fourth Street, according to the police report. The male victim was transported to Adena Regional Medical Center for medical attention.

Overnight stabbing in Chillicothe leaves one seriously injured

Fayette County, OH

Bloomingburg, OH

FAYETTE COUNTY, Ohio — The search for a missing Fayette County woman ends in tragedy. Naomi Sayre, a 21-year-old Bloomingburg who has been missing since March 4, was found dead early on Wednesday, according to Fayette County Sheriff Vernon Stanforth. The discovery was made around 12:45 a.m. in the village of Bloomingburg, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Missing Fayette County woman found dead

Highland County, OH

Hillsboro, OH

HIGHLAND COUNTY, Ohio — A Highland County deputy has pled not guilty to charges related to a 2022 fatal officer-involved shooting. Jonathan Malone was charged with reckless homicide charge in connection with the shooting that resulted in the death of 58-year-old Richard Poulin. According to the Ohio Attorney General’s...

Highland Co. deputy pleads not guilty to reckless homicide

Circleville, OH

CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — A gun scare at Circleville Elementary brought a quick response from area law enforcement after an elementary student showed a handgun to other students on the school bus. The incident was reported to a staff member who quickly notified the school administration. The administration then contacted the Circleville Police Department to investigate the matter further. The incident, school officials said, was also reported by the family of a child on the bus who notified the police department.

Police respond to gun scare at Circleville Elementary School

Hocking County, OH

Logan, OH

HOCKING COUNTY, Ohio — In recent years, there has been a growing concern about the exploitation of elderly individuals, particularly in cases of financial theft or fraud. Unfortunately, many seniors are vulnerable to these types of crimes due to physical and cognitive limitations, as well as social isolation. In February of 2023, an 82-year-old woman reported a significant theft from her bank account during her stay in a hospital and subsequent visit to a nursing home.

Couple arrested for stealing $43K from elderly woman

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Residents of Chillicothe are being warned by the local police department about a new scam that is circulating in the area. According to the police department, scammers are making calls pretending to be law enforcement officers and demanding money in relation to an arrest warrant. These scammers are also imitating the Chillicothe Police Department’s phone number to make their calls appear more legitimate.

Chillicothe Police Department warns of crooks posing as officers in latest phone scam

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Police responded to a call, Thursday, March 23, regarding an incident where a man was followed and threatened by another motorist in a reported road rage incident. Officials say it all began near the bottom of Carlisle Hill and escalated when the driver began tailgating the victim’s car and yelling at him.

Man arrested in Chillicothe after allegedly flashing gun during road rage incident

Pomeroy, OH

HOCKING COUNTY, Ohio — Methamphetamine, a powerful and highly addictive stimulant, has been increasingly abused in recent years, becoming a popular drug of choice for many. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the number of methamphetamine-related deaths has risen dramatically, increasing by more than five times in the last decade.

Traffic stop leads to arrest and seizure of Meth and Prescription Pills

Wilmington, OH

WILMINGTON, Ohio — Flooding concerns have returned to southern Ohio as forecasters with the National Weather Service warn of several rounds of wet weather expected to hit the area from Thursday through next week. According to the forecasters, some of the rain could be heavy at times, particularly on Friday night, bringing a threat of flash flooding.

The NWS says flooding could become a concern across the region

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Jeffrey S. Dickey, 56

Jeffrey S. Dickey, 56, of Clarksburg, passed 7:02 pm Thursday, February 2, 2023 at Select Specialty Hospital-Southeast, Newark, OH following a brief illness. He was born...

Jeffrey S. Dickey, 56

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