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Sunday Snapshot: Vance continues to feel the scratch of "childless cat ladies"
It's been just one week since President Biden said goodbye to the campaign trail — and Vice President Kamala Harris' stepping into the party's spotlight sparked a tsunami of online, volunteer and donor support. Meanwhile, former President Trump's VP pick, Ohio Sen. JD Vance, keeps feeling the wrath of...
Ross County Grand Jury, July 26th: High Speed Chase Cuts Power to Most of Chillicothe
Chillicothe — The Ross County Grand Jury returned all 14 of their cases on Friday, July 26th, 2024, with three open for release to the public. From testimony in the the grand jury in one of the cases, according to the Ross County Prosecutor’s Office:. In the early...
Ross County Veteran of World War II Honored at 104th Birthday
Possibly the last Ross County veteran of World War II celebrated his 104th birthday Thursday with about 100 friends and family. Robert Leslie Parker received well wishes and honors at the Golden Corral smorgasbord on Bridge Street. He now lives in Pike County, but is a native of Huntington Township. Born in 1920, Parker outlasted the crowd after almost two hours.
Kentucky county jails ask for more state help, citing financial woes
County officials have, for years, come to the Kentucky legislature to discuss the state of their jails. Frequently dealing with overcrowding and rising operating costs, county jails are once again asking the state for more money and long-term solutions.
‘Make it make sense!’ cries driver who woke up to tow truck hooking up Ford – she owed nothing and reply was ‘sketchy’
FIREWORKS erupted on social media earlier this month when a driver watched a tow truck attempt to remove her car from her own driveway. The outburst came after the social media user posted about the experience on the Fourth of July. “How is everyone’s 4th of July going,” Kentucky resident Patsy Pierce began on her […]
Herr Foods to open facility in Jackson, Ohio
JACKSON, Ohio (WSAZ) - Herr Foods will soon bring 75 new jobs to Jackson. The snack food company is investing $25 million into the old Jackson Industrial Rail site and will turn the existing warehouse into a processing facility. “I’ve always been a fan of Herr’s chips, but I’m a...
Pre-College Summer programming sees growth amid diverse arts K-12 camps
Each summer, the College of Fine Arts offers summer arts programming for pre-K through graduating high school seniors to provide unique opportunities for students to dive into various genres of art with their peers. This summer has seen further growth in the subjects offered, particularly for students just on the cusp of beginning their collegiate journey and exploring emerging concepts.
Waverly City Schools announces new start time for upcoming school year
WAVERLY, Ohio — Waverly City Schools has announced a new start time for the upcoming school year, with all buildings now beginning the school day at 8:00 a.m. The change, which was shared on the district’s social media account, will affect the primary and intermediate schools. According to...
Chillicothe realtor group executive indicted on theft and forgery charges
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A former executive officer of the Scioto Valley Association of Realtors has been indicted on two felony counts related to theft from the organization, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced today. Brenda Free, 58, of Chillicothe, appeared for arraignment in Ross County Common Pleas Court today....
ZHDC Launches New Homebuying Program
ZANESVILLE, OH – A local non-profit organization just launched a new housing program for first time homebuyers. The Zanesville Housing Development Corporation recently started to give the residents of Greenwood Homes a chance to purchase the property they have been living in, for a fraction of the cost. Steve...
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