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Shots-fired incident investigated between occupants of 2 vehicles
JACKSON, Ohio (WSAZ) - Police in Jackson are investigating a shots-fired incident Friday that happened between occupants of two vehicles, Jackson Police Chief Brett Hinsch said. He said no one was injured in the incident, which was reported around 9:20 a.m. at the intersection of High Street and Wood Avenue.
Teacher being investigated after students see inappropriate video on social media
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A Piketon High School teacher is under investigation after police say he posted an appropriate video of himself on social media. Scioto Valley Local Schools District Superintendent Wes Hariston says they reported the incident to the Piketon Police Department earlier this week. The Pike County Prosecutors Office and the Bureau of Criminal Investigation is also involved.
RGCC receives grant for new multi-use center in McArthur
MCARTHUR — More than 100 local and state-level community leaders joined Governor Mike DeWine this morning at the future home of Rio Grande’s McArthur Center. The Governor announced that Rio will be receiving a $12,000,000 grant from the state’s Appalachian Community Grant Program. Spanning 22,000 square feet, the McArthur Center will serve as a beacon of opportunity, offering affordable education in critical areas such as healthcare and manufacturing. Located in close proximity to Vinton County’s only public high school, the center will provide essential resources...
Johnson Unveils $75 Million Investment for Hocking, Ross, and Vinton Counties
COLUMBUS – Representative Mark Johnson (R-Chillicothe) has revealed plans for 11 transformative economic development initiatives in Hocking, Ross, and Vinton counties. These projects are part of the newly established Appalachian Downtowns and Destinations Initiative. “It is a privilege to represent a region with such natural beauty and a rich...
Derby Day weekend forecast
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) -It’s official! The airport temperatures came in with identical 89-degree highs on Thursday. While that is the hottest day of the season, the elusive first official 90 day will have to wait for another day to occur. Of course, with downtown locations sitting several hundred feet in elevation lower than the airports, it’s an axiom in meteorology that the air is hotter by a few degrees downtown.
Disaster unemployment available for communities impacted by March 14 tornadoes
Video of related coverage on tornado relief efforts DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Following the president’s disaster declaration on Thursday, May 2, Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) is now available for some Ohioans. Eligible individuals impacted by the devastating March 14 tornadoes in Auglaize, Crawford, Drake, Delaware, Hocking, Licking, Logan, Mercer, Miami, Richland, and Union counties can […]
Minford High “Fourth be with you” prom theme
MINFORD, OH, (WSAZ) -What do you do when your high school prom falls on May 4th? Well for Minford High students, you adopt a Star Wars theme to dance the night away on. Tony Cavalier visits the home of the Mighty Falcons for a prom night to remember!
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...
Several trials on Hocking County court schedule for August
LOGAN — August could be a busy month for Hocking County Common Pleas Court, with a number of major criminal trials scheduled to take place. These include the cases of two former county officials who are both facing theft and other charges; a Fairfield County man charged with stabbing a man to death in an altercation at a Hocking County rental cabin; a former law enforcement officer charged with firing a hail of rifle rounds at police from his home; and a couple accused of...
Round' the Town: Happy Birthday Norman Gilliland
Rugged Earth Outfitters in the Kroger Plaza is going out of business. With Mother’s Day fast approaching, I read something all daughters should take to heart-Daughters should take mom out for fun at least one time a month. This time should be set aside to relax, unwind, and spend quality time together. You don’t get these chances back! New in Jackson on Huron Street is Top Tier Kustomz, an auto...
Waverly Council tackles police department needs
Waverly Village Council met in regular session Wednesday evening with a number of issues to discuss. First, Waverly Police Chief John Winfield approached council about the purchase of two new police vehicles. “We (the police department) were approved for these back in 2022, but there were some issues with getting the vehicles,” Winfield said. “Right now we have two vehicles waiting for us. Those will be outfitted, with council’s approval,...
Athens' softball completes comeback victory over Vinton County
THE PLAINS — When you get your opportunities, you have to take advantage of them. Going up against one of the better pitchers in the area in Jordyn Zinn, Athens would struggle against the thrower, facing a deficit against Vinton County before the Vikings decided to take the pitcher out. That one change would help allow the Bulldogs (11-6, 7-4 Tri-Valley Conference-Ohio) to score three runs in the final two innings, securing a 4-2 victory over Vinton County at home in the end. ...
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