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Ohio works to remedy skilled trade shortage with incarcerated youth initiative
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Ohio is working to remedy a shortage of skilled trade employees by providing resources for incarcerated juveniles to start careers in fields such as construction or welding once they are released. The Ohio Department of Youth Services and Department of Commerce have partnered to educate incarcerated youth about skilled trade career […]
‘It’s frustrating because we’re split in half.’ Ohio counties cut into 2 congressional districts
Tuscarawas County is a county divided. The northeastern Ohio county is split into two congressional districts — the 6th district and the 12th district. “It’s frustrating because we’re split in half,” said Tuscarawas Democratic Party Chair Gail Garbrandt. “People don’t know what part of the county’s in six and what part of it’s in 12. […]
One dead after fiery crash on I-270
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WCMH) — One person is dead after the vehicle they were a passenger in caught fire after hitting the back of a semi-truck on Interstate 270 in Jackson Township Thursday. According to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened on I-270 westbound just east of Interstate 71 at approximately 3:26 p.m. […]
Ohio A.G. Files Suit Against Fairfield County Contractor
Article Presented By Hometown-Motors, Inc. (Lancaster, Ohio) — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is suing a Village of Bremen contractor accused of pocketing almost $11,000 in payments from three consumers but not completing the work. The lawsuit – filed in Fairfield County Common Pleas Court against Jeff Grimes and...
Kitten rescued from storm drain in Ross County
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio (WCMH) — A Ross County deputy rescued a kitten from a storm drain late Tuesday night. The Ross County Sheriff’s Office discovered the cat — named Rushelle — on the 200 block of South Watt Street around eight feet down the storm drain after being flagged down by a mother and her child. […]
Pike County Fair Ready for 2024 Run
(Piketon) – The 2024 edition of the Pike County Fair is here. While opening ceremonies are set for 5pm Sunday, July 28th, there are activities on the grounds Friday and Saturday. That opening ceremony on Sunday is followed by the Royalty Contest, Non-Livestock Awards and Scholarship Recognition. Junior Fair...
Daily Chillicothe Police Report: July 25, 2024
2:38 AM, South Mulberry Street: Officers were dispatched to an alley behind 246 S Mulberry St to address a disorderly conduct report. Charges for obstructing official business are being investigated. 5:55 AM, North Bridge Street: A traffic stop was conducted for a city speed violation. 6:09 AM, Scioto Avenue: Police...
Coshocton Tribune wins five Ohio Associated Press Media Editors Awards
COSHOCTON − The Coshocton Tribune received five awards from the recently held Ohio Associated Press Media Editors Awards for work published in 2023. The Tribune received second place for best digital presence, related to its website and social media accounts such as Facebook and X. Reporter Leonard Hayhurst received...
Paints Playoff Tickets Now On Sale
(Chillicothe) – The Chillicothe Paints, presented by CohenOrthopedic, have made the Prospect League playoffs for a record 13th time and are hosting the Northeast Division Championship game at VA Memorial Stadium Thursday, August 1st, at 7:05pm. As the Paints battle for a seventh division title, fans 21 and older...
Christening for New Location of Chillicothe Bank
A downtown bank reopened in a new location, starting a new chapter of its history in Chillicothe. LCNB National Bank officially moved from the 1959 former Citizens National Bank building at 33 West Main Street, to a mostly finished new building at 193 East Main Street. Although banking activities started...
Historic homes to open for tour in Jefferson County
MT. PLEASANT, Ohio — Step back in time and stroll the streets of historic Mt. Pleasant, Ohio, a National Historic Landmark District, on Aug. 3 and 4 during the historical society’s annual tour. The tour will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 3 and 1-5 p.m. Aug. 4.
Ohio Inspector General finds that Toledo doctor was doing other work while billing the state
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The Ohio Inspector General issued a report Thursday finding that a Toledo doctor was doing work for his own private practice while he was supposed to be working for the state. The report accuses Dr. Christian Maduoma of conducting office visits with his own Hill Clinic...
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