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Alert: Ross County officials warn of spike in overdoses
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio – The Ross County Health District (RCHD), Chillicothe Police Department, and Ross County Sheriff’s Office are issuing an urgent alert to the community about a significant increase in suspected drug overdoses. Within a 24-hour period, Ross County has experienced a higher-than-usual number of overdose incidents. The...
Chillicothe Police daily activity report: May 1, 2024
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Chillicothe Police Department has released its daily activity report for Wednesday, May 1, 2024. 7:40 AM – S DOUGLAS AVE: Officers responded to the Cozy Inn Diner regarding a hit-and-run accident. 9:43 AM – N BRIDGE ST (Family Dollar): Arrest made for Possession of...
Gas prices across region drop 11 cents
This week’s average prices for a gallon of unleaded gas in South Central Ohio average is $3.543. The average price per gallon last week $3.657. The average price a year ago, during the week of May 1was $3.482 per gallon. Pike County has the second highest average price in the state, according aaagasrices.com, with a average price of $3.631. Only Athens County with an average price $3.671 per gallon. ...
Commissioners hold bid opening, discuss driveway permit for Countrythyme property
The Pike County Commissioners met with Pike County Engineer Denny Salisbury to hold the bid opening for the county chip and deal project, and Salisbury brought up to the panel a driveway permit request for plots on the old Waverly Golf Course property. The engineer’s estimate for the chip and seal program came in at $1,283,217. Four bids were submitted by the deadline and only one came in under the engineer’s estimate. SC Construction out of Seaman was the lowest bid at $1,189.399.10, nearly $100,000...
Local physician recognized for commitment by Ohio ACOFP
CHILLICOTHE — Dr. Shandra Basil was recently recognized for her hard work as she received the Young Physician of the Year award from the Ohio chapter of the ACOFP, American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians. Basil is a local physician who said it was always her dream to practice...
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...
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.
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...
ODOT projects in Ross and Pike counties: What you need to know
CHILLICOTHE - The following construction projects are anticipated to affect highways in Ross and Pike counties this week. All outlined work is weather permitting. Projects with active or future traffic impacts are linked to OHGO.com. Ross County. Ohio 28 Culvert Replacement: Work is set to begin on April 28 for...
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.
Public comment period open for State Route 32 bridge rehabilitation
CHILLICOTHE — As part of the Ohio Department of Transportation—District 9’s Planning Department, the district’s Environmental Office is seeking public input for a bridge rehabilitation project on State Route 32 in Jackson County. It is proposed to rehabilitate the bridge on State Route 32 between Cove Road and Buckeye Church Road in Jackson County. The project is located in the rural area of Scioto Township. The project will not require...
Man passed out in car turns out to be wanted fugitive from Scioto Co.
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A man found passed out in a vehicle in Sherman Park on Sunday was arrested after police discovered he was a wanted fugitive from another county. Officers found 24-year-old Toban Byrd unresponsive in the vehicle and suspected he was under the influence of an unknown substance.
Matters of Graves Importance: Big day of entertainment set for Saturday
Is there anyone in the area who hasn’t experienced whatever this crud is that is making its rounds? What is this crap? I was freezing…then I was on fire. At first, I thought it was hot flashes. Like most of you, I spent last week with a tissue...
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...
Two Pickaway-Ross seniors battle injuries to return to the classroom
CHILLICOTHE — Getting an education is important and being in a classroom or lab can provide invaluable opportunities, something two Pickaway-Ross Career & Technology students know all too well which is why they both worked to get back to school quickly after injuries resulted in them needing surgeries during the school year.
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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