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Local social worker has license suspended
CHILLICOTHE — A consent agreement from the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist Board has revealed that local therapist Alvin Mares recently had his license revoked and suspended. Mares previously worked at Mares Cares, a counseling center with multiple locations in the Chillicothe area. After this action, he is no longer listed as a provider on the website. ...
CASTO Begins Development of $70 Million Westrich in Columbus, Ohio
COLUMBUS, OHIO — CASTO has begun the development of Westrich, a $70 million project in the Franklinton neighborhood of Columbus. Westrich is an expansion of the adjacent River & Rich apartment community, but will be marked as a separate entity. Once completed, the community will comprise 234 apartment units.
Aces of Trades: Brent Long likes to help others reach their full potential
LANCASTER − Long on Life owner Brent Long has taken the coaching skills he learned in sports and brought them to the business world as an executive and sales coach. "About 30 years ago I started Long on Life as a true coaching business before coaching was even known about in the marketplace,"...
Steven “Steve” Lee Barr owner of American Shoe Service – Red Wing Shoe Store in Bucyrus passes away after a courageous battle with colon cancer
BUCYRUS, OH (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW)—With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Steven “Steve” Lee Barr, age 49, of Caledonia, who was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on the evening of August 9, 2024, after a courageous battle with colon cancer. Steve’s journey was marked by unwavering faith, love, and dedication to his family, friends, and community. His life was a testament to the power of resilience, kindness, and the profound impact one person can have on the lives of many. Steve and his wife Stephenie own American Shoe Service – Red Wing Shoe Store in Bucyrus, Steve’s legacy will forever be cherished by those who had the privilege of knowing him.
Man’s deadly overdose sees Zanesville woman that sold drugs sent to prison
ZANESVILLE, Ohio (WCMH) — A Zanesville woman will spend a decade in prison for selling a man the drugs that led to his overdose death. Tashia Stevens, 41, pleaded guilty Monday to involuntary manslaughter and trafficking in a fentanyl-related compound in the Muskingum County Court of Common Pleas. A judge sentenced her to ten years […]
Lost Columbus: Buckeye Lake Hosted Two Large Ku Klux Klan Rallies in the 1920s
Any community might welcome an organization seeking to be “a dignified, dependable agency for the achievement of civic righteousness.” But what if that organization also espoused the principle that the American population of white citizens “has proved its value and should not be mongrelized” through intermarriage or even association with other races, nationalities or non-Protestant faiths? This was the Ku Klux Klan, its name derived from the Greek word for “circle.” In the 1920s, it was at the peak of its membership, power, influence and (especially) violence, focused in the Midwest and Indiana in particular.
‘Therapeutic’ space for customers to smash objects coming to Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Have you ever wanted to let out your anger by smashing something? A “therapeutic” space for guests to do just that is coming to Columbus for the first time. The Wrecking Company is a “rage room” moving into 234 S. 4th St., located on the same block facing the bulldozer as […]
Chillicothe Police Department’s K9 ‘Dark’ retires
CHILLICOTHE (25News Now) - After a decade of service, one good boy at the Chillicothe Police Department is now retired. According to a Facebook post, German Shepard K9 Dark served his last shift on Sunday at 6 a.m. Originally from Germany, K9 Dark was flown to Chicago in 2014 and...
Columbus man who calls a cargo van home grateful to be mobile after struggles
Behind the duct-taped steering wheel of his 22-year-old Chevy van, its dashboard largely dismantled, revealing wires and switches, Jason Pyle ponders life's many challenges. And its opportunities. The 53-year-old has boundless ideas and skills, all while living off the grid. The van is his ride, his home, his workshop and, on these lazy...
Third man sentenced for role in robbery, death of aspiring rapper 'Boog the Bandit'
The third suspect in the shooting death of an aspiring rapper learned his sentence Monday. Franklin County Common Pleas Court Judge Jaiza Page ordered 25-year-old Kyson Murphy to serve a sentence of 12 to 16½ years in prison. ...
Local barrel racer now a teen world champion
In barrel racing, a rider and his or her horse race to complete a course around barrels in an arena. The fastest time wins. Grace Taylor, 17, of West Jefferson and her horse, Red, know barrel racing. The dynamic duo galloped to a world championship title at the National Barrel Horse Association’s (NBHA) Youth & Teen World Championships held July 20-27 at the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter in Perry, Georgia.
Man claims bizarre attack at Chillicothe Salvation Army, charged with vandalism
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A bizarre incident at the Salvation Army on North Bridge Street led to the destruction of the front door and a criminal mischief charge for a local man. On August 11, 2024, officers were dispatched to the Salvation Army at 1419 N. Bridge Street after reports of a damaged front door. Upon arrival, officers discovered the door on the north side of the building had been shattered, with a trash can lying on its side in front of the entrance. The building was cleared, revealing no one inside and no signs of further damage, though the cash register was found open and empty.
Undrafted former Ohio State Buckeyes transfer finds immediate success in Los Angeles Rams debut
Want to know how loaded the Ohio State Buckeyes have been at wide receiver over the last half-decade? Look at new Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Sam Wiglusz. Wiglusz, who caught three passes for 36 yards in his NFL preseason debut, could barely make it in Columbus. Despite catching only three ...
Roundup: Newark Catholic boys golf goes low to win at Cumberland Trail
The Newark Catholic boys golf team put three players in the 70s on Monday at Cumberland Trail to roll to the team championship during Watkins Memorial's Warrior Invitational. Brogan Sullivan fired a 72 to take runner-up individually. Following right behind were Bobby Kieber in third at 73 and Carter Hahn tied for sixth...
Unlocking the archive: Adena captured its first Scioto Valley Conference title in 1971
Before the 1971 season started, Adena coach Ken Putnam said he had at least three boys who he thought were "All-State." While he didn't say which of the boys, he was bringing back 13 lettermen from the previous season. ...
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