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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.
Grand Jury: Don’t Add Drug Charges to Shoplifting in Recognizable Car
A Portsmouth trio now have drug charges added to their theft and weapons charges from a visit to Chillicothe’s Ulta Beauty Store. On February 8th, Chillicothe Police responded to 1251 North Bridge Street in Guernsey Crossing Mall in reference to a theft complaint, where an employee stated that a white and a black woman concealed more than $1,000 worth of items and walked past all points of sale, and got into a car with heavy front-end damage, and left.
U.S. 23 lane changes at Russell for continued AK Steel overpass demolition
RUSSELL, Ky. — Continued work to demolish the old AK Steel overpass will require temporary traffic changes along U.S. 23 at Russell over the next two weeks. Beginning Wednesday, contractors will enact shoulder closures to remove the concrete bridge pier adjacent to the highway and railroad tracks. Work will also require one lane closure northbound […] The post U.S. 23 lane changes at Russell for continued AK Steel overpass demolition appeared first on The Tribune.
Spring fair set for Saturday
ROME TOWNSHIP — This weekend, a spring event is set to make its return to the Lawrence County Fairgrounds. The Lawrence County Spring Fair will take place Saturday in the main barn and surrounding area at the fairgrounds and will run from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Brandi Ross, of the Growers Getting’ Dirty garden […] The post Spring fair set for Saturday appeared first on The Tribune.
Ashland gift shop selling handmade Kentucky Derby hats
ASHLAND, Ky. (WSAZ) - This weekend is the first weekend in May, which means it’s Derby time. Since the first Kentucky Derby, a big part of the race has been the fashion and the hats. There’s a place not too far away if you want to grab a derby...
Wheelersburg rides to cruise-control win over South Webster
Wheelersburg rolled past South Webster for a comfortable 14-3 victory in an Ohio high school softball matchup on April 29. Recently on April 19, Wheelersburg squared off with Thornville Sheridan in a softball game. Check out our complete girls softball roundup to stay up-to-date on all the action. We want...
LCDD board member to serve on state association
Lawrence County Developmental Disabilities board member Mandy Carte was appointed to the Ohio Association of County Boards of DD board of trustees in March. The OACB is comprised of County Board of DD representatives from across the state, based on county size and location. Carte is representing the At Large and Middle Third Counties, […] The post LCDD board member to serve on state association appeared first on The Tribune.
National Day of Prayer Thursday at the courthouse
Lawrence County will be celebrating National Day of Prayer at noon on Thursday on the steps of the Lawrence County Courthouse. This year’s theme is “Lift up the Word, Light up the world.” The event promotes the seven pillars of prayer focusing on government, military, media, business, education, church and family. The local pastors that […] The post National Day of Prayer Thursday at the courthouse appeared first on The Tribune.
New grant opportunity for small businesses in city of Ironton
IRONTON, Ohio (WSAZ) - The city of Ironton is accepting applications from small businesses to get their hands on grant money through the city’s economic development fund. The goal of this program is to help supplement the costs of capital improvements and business growth. According to the city, additional...
A Conversation with Rita Moreno at Ohio University Southern
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - You’ve seen her in “West Side Story,” “Singing in the Rain,” and countless other productions. Now - iconic performer Rita Moreno is making a stop in our area. Marty Conley and John Ferguson from the Ironton Rotary Club stopped by First...
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