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Rite Aid to shutter 18 more Ohio stores: See the full list
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Rite Aid is aiming to close nearly 20 additional stores in Ohio as the pharmacy chain continues through its Chapter 11 bankruptcy process. According to documents filed on June 28 and July 1 with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Rite Aid proposed the closure of 18 more stores.
Ohio National Guard honors four Black Civil War heroes at Freedom to Serve celebration
As America gets ready to celebrate its independence, the Ohio National Guard took time on Monday to honor some less-known Black heroes who helped keep the country unified during the Civil War. The Ohio National Guard held its "Freedom to Serve" campaign, which began last year as a way to commemorate the 75th...
Assistance with summer cooling bills available for low-income households
The Ohio Department of Development and Community Action Commission of Erie, Huron & Richland Counties Inc. are offering assistance to help Ohio’s families stay cool during the hot summer months. Through Sept. 30, income-eligible Ohioans can receive assistance in paying their electric bill, purchasing an air conditioner or fan...
Governor DeWine appoints Kendell to Miami County Municipal Court
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine Tuesday announced the appointment of Anthony Kendell to the Miami County Municipal Court. Kendell, of Piqua, will assume office on July 22, 2024, and will be taking the seat formerly held by Judge Gary Nasal, who retired. He will serve the remainder of the unfinished term and will need to run for election in November 2025 to retain the seat.
First responders on scene of an overturned vehicle in Apple Grove area
MORGAN CO., Ala. (WAFF) - First responders are on the scene of a accident involving an overturned vehicle with entrapment on Apple Grove Road. At this time motorists are being advised to use caution in the area.
Lead Police Department Investigates Two Deaths in Consecutive Days
On June 26, 2024, the Lead Police Department began investigating the death of a 37-year-old male resident. Police and EMS responded to his residence and pronounced him dead at the scene. The next day, on June 27, Lead Police and EMS were called to assist a 44-year-old male resident at...
Two World War II veterans honored
BIDWELL, Ohio. (WSAZ) - Two Ohio veterans were honored Monday. Abbyshire Place, an Optalis & Rehabilitation Center, honored two clients who served in the United States military. U.S. Army Veteran Fleming Young Jr., who’s 105, was among the honorees. Young served in the U.S. Army as a tank driver.
Man flees from crash leaving a family member injured
PUTNAM COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A single-vehicle crash left two injured, but one fled before police arrived due to him being under the influence and intoxicated. Putnam County 911 received a report of a single-vehicle motor vehicle accident with potential injuries on Rocky Step Rd in Winfield (Putnam County), WV, around 8:43 PM on Friday, […]
Second semi gets stuck on Route 10 in Cabell County
UPDATE: (6:30 P.M. July 2, 2024) – For the second time in as many days, a semi got stuck in a major curve on Route 10 in Barboursville. Both of these incidents happened within about 15 hours of each other. The tractor-trailers are hauling parts of a bridge to a project in Hamlin in Lincoln […]
Photos from Chauncey’s first Pride event
CHAUNCEY, Ohio — The village of Chauncey’s first Pride Month event was small but mighty. About 20 people gathered at the event, organized by the Chauncey Gays, which featured face painting, chalk art, henna, a photo booth, popsicles, and a mobile library. Chauncey Mayor Amy Renner offered an...
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