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Ross County deputies investigate alleged $2,000 theft by Family Dollar employee
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Deputies in Ross County are investigating the alleged theft of over $2,000 by a Family Dollar employee. According to the sheriff’s office, deputies responded to the Londonderry Family Dollar after receiving a report of the alleged theft. Deputies reportedly spoke to the manager, who claimed that over the course of 2 1/2 months, an employee had allegedly been stealing cash from the store. The manager stated that the employee would reportedly cancel transactions and pocket the money.
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. […]
Tourism In Ross County Sees Uptick Following World Heritage Designation
Article Presented By McDonald’s, I’m Lovin” It!. (Chillicothe) – As the area approaches mid-summer, Ross County’s tourism season is well underway. The Ross-Chillicothe Convention & Visitors Bureau plays a pivotal role before, during, and after the season through its marketing and promotion efforts. While the community may not directly see the Bureau’s activities, which are targeted at travelers outside the area to encourage overnight stays, it certainly reaps the benefits of a robust tourism industry.
Man faces jail time for cutting downtown Chillicothe roses to give to strangers
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A local man’s act of kindness is causing a stir in Ross County, where his well-meaning gestures have landed him in hot water with the law. The Ross County Sheriff’s Office says that on July 19, a maintenance worker for the city reported an individual had been cutting roses off the bushes outside the Ross County Law Enforcement Complex and handing them to women passing by.
K9 unit deployed amid ongoing overdose crisis at Ross County Jail
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Problems continue to plague the Ross County Jail as overdoses persist, with no remedy in sight from the sheriff’s office administration. On July 22, 2024, a canine unit was deployed inside the jail following the overdose of yet another inmate. According to a report provided by the sheriff’s office, deputies, along with K9 Filko, conducted what law enforcement officials termed a “Jail Sniff.”
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...
New banking location opens in Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE— A new LCNB National Bank location recently opened in the Downtown Chillicothe area. LCNB National Bank was founded in 1877 and has served communities in Ohio and Kentucky over the years. The new location in Chillicothe offers in-person banking, a drive through and an ATM. ...
Fishing Boat Seized After Walleye Tournament Scandal Sold in Auction
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife announced that the fishing boat seized from Chase Cominsky, 37, of Hermitage, Pa., was sold through an online auction Tuesday. Cominsky and Jacob Runyan, 44, of Ashtabula, were convicted in May 2023 of felony cheating and misdemeanor animal ownership charges.
Central Ohioans to watch at the Olympics
LeBron James will carry the American flag during today's opening ceremony for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, but he's not the only Ohio athlete to root for in the weeks ahead.Why it matters: Fourteen Ohioans will compete for Team USA, including two who live in our region. Other competitors also have ties to Central Ohio.Case in point: Ohio State University announced that 24 of its current, former and incoming student-athletes are competing, representing 10 countries — its second-largest contingent ever.Seven are on Team USA.How to watch: Today's opening ceremony begins at 1:30pm. The games are on NBC and Peacock...
Ohio State Fair champion to compete on Netflix series, 'Blue Ribbon Baking Championship'
Jeff Bartolozzi works for a national law firm with offices in the Huntington Center. He has been involved in actions against tobacco companies and Chinese exporters, and his clients have included businesses on the Fortune 500 list. How did his appearance on the upcoming Netflix series, "Blue Ribbon Baking Championship" stack up against his day job? ...
Beyond buses, COTA levy would fund trails, bike paths, sidewalks projects. See where.
Central Ohio leaders have unveiled 150 miles worth of sidewalks, trails, bike paths and other projects that could be built across Franklin County by 2030 if voters approve a sales tax levy this fall. The Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission announced 83 proposed projects Thursday as part of the LinkUs initiative, which a Central...
Ohioans head to the Paris Olympics: The Wake Up for Friday, July 26, 2024
Subscribe to the Wake Up, cleveland.com’s free morning newsletter, delivered to your inbox weekdays at 5:30 a.m. Six Northeast Ohioans are competing in the 2024 Summer Olympics, beginning with opening ceremonies today and running through Aug. 11. Nearly 600 Americans will take part in 33 sports over the 15...
When does early voting start in Ohio? Here's how to vote early
Voters are getting ready for the 2024 presidential election on November 5, and for some voters, the earlier they vote, the better. When does early voting in Ohio begin? Here’s what to know and how to vote early. ...
WARNING: Produce Recalled From MI, OH, IN Stores Due To Listeria
Making sure we eat enough healthy foods is a top priority for ourselves and our families. And that's why many of us buy plenty of fruits and vegetables. However, Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio are urged to check their refrigerators for produce included in an expanded recall in these states. Produce...
'Half of what we should be:' Drought expands in Ohio as rain totals remain below normal
Ohio is crispy this summer. Of the state's 88 counties, 67 were listed as being affected by abnormally dry conditions when the U.S. Drought Monitor received its weekly update Thursday morning. About half of the Buckeye State's counties are under a D1 Moderate Drought. ...
Pastor column: There’s nothing beyond the power of God to do
The motto of the state of Ohio is: “With God all things are possible.” This motto says to me there’s nothing beyond the ability of God to accomplish; not one single thing He cannot do in your life. God is able to do what we believe is impossible. Paul says, in Ephesians 3,...
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