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New Miami police chief fired after declining to take drug test, accusations from mayor
A Butler County police chief is out of a job for refusing to take a drug test after the mayor noticed the police department reeked of marijuana, public records show. Mayor Jewell Hayes-Hensley has accused the police chief a long list of alleged violations since taking office, including not responding to 911 calls and stealing hot dogs. Recently, she accused him of “theft in office,” falsifying time sheets and daily logs, and “cashing his paycheck knowing he was required to show proof of his being at work,” according to a letter outlining her allegations.
Mason City Schools remembers alum who died in motorcycle crash on Father's Day
Noah Lippeatt, 21, died in a crash on June 16 in Washington D.C. Mason City Schools said the former varsity wrestler and Cosmo the Comet was on his way to see his family at the time of the crash.
West Milton July 4th Celebration Festival
The carnival will be here starting on Tuesday July 2nd thru the 4th. Hours for the festival are July 2nd and 3rd 5:00 to 10:00 pm, July 4th 11:00 am to 11:00 pm. Make sure you are ready to come and have a lot of family fun. Check out our facebook page for more details!
Pickaway Court of Common Pleas News
Cases recently adjudicated before Pickaway Court of Common Pleas Judge P. Randall Knece: Joseph L. Avilucea, 27, of 3791 SR 63, Lebanon, pleaded not guilty to Aggravated Possession of Drugs. Disposition: Pretrial 7/19Terrance D. Burgan, 56, of 5787 SR 63, Lebanon, pleaded not guilty to Illegal Conveyance of Drugs onto the Grounds of a Detention Facility. Disposition: Pretrial 7/19Heidi R. Hammers, 45, of 3510 Walnut Rd., Hebron, pleaded not guilty to Aggravated Possession of Drugs, Illegal Conveyance of Drugs onto the Grounds of a Detention...
Fallen officer's pet tortoise finds new home at Wild Hearts African Farm
LEWISBURG, Ohio (WKEF) -- It’s been nearly two years since Richmond Police officer Seara Burton was shot and killed in the line of duty. Her beloved tortoise, Mortie, has a new home at the Wild Hearts African Farm in Lewisburg. Wild Hearts African Farm is now the home of...
Wapak business adds extreme escape room experience
Jul. 4—WAPAKONETA — Escape Wapak, an escape room and entertainment center that bills itself as fun for all ages, will soon unveil a new gaming experience geared exclusively toward customers aged 18 and up. The center's newest offering — "The Hunted" — combines the strategic challenge of an escape room "with the thrilling excitement of adult hide-and-seek in a mostly dark venue," owner Gary ...
Cincinnati dispensaries prepare for recreational cannabis sales; Kentucky customers beware
Within the next week or so, medical marijuana dispensaries located in the Greater Cincinnati area are expected to receive clearance to begin selling cannabis to recreational customers. Several medical dispensaries have already been granted provisional licenses by the state. All that remains is for a state inspector to give the...
Greenville Police searching for high-speed chase escapee
GREENVILLE, Ohio (WDTN) — The Greenville Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a person who initiated a high-speed pursuit on Tuesday, July 2. According to a social media post by the department, they are looking for a silver 2008 Pontiac G6 that is similar to the picture below. The vehicle has […]
Cupcake decorating contest July 11
PIQUA — The Piqua Community Farmers Market is holding its annual Cupcake Decorating Contest on Thursday, July 11. There is no entry fee and pre-registration is NOT required. Anyone interested in participating will need to bring six cupcakes – three for the judges and three to share. Bring your cupcakes to the Piqua Community Farmers Market located on High Street in front of the Piqua Public Library on Thursday, July 11 by 5:15 p.m. Participants may enter more than one type of cupcake and Farmers Market vendors may participate. Judging will take place at 5:15 p.m.
Mercy Health cancer program attains national accreditation
SPRINGFIELD – Mercy Health’s oncology program has received re-accreditation under the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Commission on Cancer (CoC) Accreditation Program, a consortium of professional organizations dedicated to improving survival and quality of life for patients with cancer by setting and raising standards. CoC accreditation is granted...
Austin Butler’s The Bikeriders to Stream Digitally Soon
Austin Butler fans rejoice! The Bikeriders is finally set for a digital streaming release, and enthusiasts of this riveting drama can soon watch it from their own homes. This highly anticipated film, featuring Austin Butler in a leading role, dives deep into the world of a 1960s’ Midwestern motorcycle club who form a counterculture family. True to its gritty narrative, The Bikeriders was filmed on location at the historic Lakeside Inn in Middletown, Ohio—a site with nearly 100 years of history.
Tri-State fiscal officer abruptly quits after council rejects her separation agreement
COLLEGE CORNER, Ohio (WXIX) - The top financial official of this small village of just under 400 residents has abruptly quit after council members recently rejected her proposed separation agreement. FOX19 NOW first reported on April 15 that College Corner Fiscal Officer Jennifer Woods has a contract setting her annual...
Softball Player Catches Pitch and Spins Around to See Marine Uncle Has Returned From Deployment
An 11-year-old catching a pitch during her softball game turned around to discover her Marine uncle standing behind home plate after returning from deployment. The post Softball Player Catches Pitch and Spins Around to See Marine Uncle Has Returned From Deployment appeared first on Happilynews.com.
Lebanon Blues Festival puts focus on women musicians as event celebrates 25th anniversary
Myriad talented women will headline this year’s Lebanon Blues Festival in historic downtown Lebanon. This is the 25th anniversary of the event to which thousands have flocked to enjoy two days of food vendors, gifted artists, craft booths, deluxe beer gardens and the blues every year and this quarter-century milestone should be no different.
Tree fire reported on Windham Avenue in Avondale
CINCINNATI — A tree fire has been reported on Windham Avenue in Avondale. Units from the Cincinnati Fire Department are responding to the scene. The extent of the damages is unknown at this time. Click the video player above to watch other headlines from WLWT News 5. This story...
Reds beat Yankees to complete 3-game sweep
NEW YORK — Frankie Montas made a triumphant return to Yankee Stadium, Nick Martini, Jonathan India and Spencer Steer homered and the Cincinnati Reds completed a three-game sweep of reeling New York with an 8-4 victory Thursday."Everybody knows what I can do when I'm healthy," Montas said.Steer opened a 5-0 lead in the fifth inning with a three-run, opposite-field homer to right off Marcus Stroman (7-4). Jake Fraley boosted the advantage to 8-2 with a bases-loaded triple in the seventh against Jake Cousins as Cincinnati (42-45) became the first NL team to sweep a regular-season interleague series in the Bronx.New...
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