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After Being Found Guilty in Jury Trial Chris Agin Seeks New Trial Amidst Complex Legal Challenges
CIRCLEVILLE, OHIO — In a dramatic twist following his recent conviction on multiple charges, Chris Agin, represented by legal counsel, has filed a motion for a new trial citing several legal grounds that he argues warrant reconsideration of the verdict. Mr. Agin, 61, of New Holland, Ohio, was found...
Pickaway Court of Common Pleas News
Cases recently adjudicated before Pickaway Court of Common Pleas Judge P. Randall Knece: Chris Agin, 61, c/o Pickaway County Jail, pleaded not guilty to Intimidation of a Victim (x13), Violating a Protection Order (x13). Disposition: Pretrial 8/9Dale E. Clayborn, 50, of 3727 Maplebrook Ln., Amelia, Burglary Defendant, was found Guilty by Reason of Insanity on 12/20/23. At that time Defendant was ordered confined to Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare. A status review was held Wednesday where Clayborn’s status was modified to Level III at the recommendation...
Vitality Task Force discusses plan of action for vacant buildings
WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE — The Washington Court House Vitality Task Force meeting was held Tuesday at the administration building. An update on the vacant building ordinance was given by Rod Bryant, building official. There was no building code violations report since Ricky Brown was not in attendance. A discussion...
Pickaway political leaders share perspective on assassination attempt
In the wake of the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump on Saturday, the Herald reached out to local political leaders from both parties to get their perspective. The Herald wanted to hear from Travis Ricketts, chairman of the Pickaway County Republican Central Committee, and Carolyn Loxley, chairwoman of the Pickaway County Democratic Party, who shared her personal views on the matter not as an official response from her political party. ...
Greenfield DORA boundaries to be redrawn
Continuing from a prior edition of The Times-Gaztte, the Greenfield Village Council met on Monday, July 15 to discuss current business within the village. Councilmember Mary Ellen McMurry presented the report of the parks and properties committee. She said the map of the village DORA (Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area) will be redrawn to include the VFW parking lot. She also said that legislation will be brought to the council to specify that the DORA cups will be provided by the drinking establishments within the DORA and not the village.
Circleville Considers Safety and Traffic Concerns on Court Street with Reduction of Lanes
In a recent City Council meeting in Circleville, Ohio, the focus was on the ongoing debate over the configuration of Court Street, a main thoroughfare that has drawn concerns from residents and officials alike. The meeting, held on Tuesday 7/16/24, saw impassioned pleas and data-driven arguments regarding proposed changes to the street’s layout and traffic management.
Truths and Misconceptions of the “Underground Railroad” Presented in Chillicothe
Chillicothe — A retired college librarian spoke on the facts, fallacies, flights, and fights of the “Underground Railroad” at the Ross County Heritage Center Saturday evening. In her chat with me afterward, Kathy Schulz said the topic is a popular historical subject, but there are many misconceptions...
Pickaway County GOP Offers Civic Engagement Internship for Students
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio – The Pickaway County Republican Central Committee has announced an exciting opportunity for students passionate about conservative government: a civic engagement internship set to commence this August and run through the November election period. This internship, requiring a commitment of 6 to 12 hours per week, aims...
Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association Continuing County Fair Live Streams
Grove City, OH – The Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association (OHHA) will continue its 2024 Ohio County Fair racing season with live-streaming coverage from the Fayette County Fair in Washington Court House and Crawford County Fair in Bucyrus. The OHHA will provide live coverage of Day One racing from...
Greenfield Village Council holding special meeting July 17
A special meeting of Greenfield Village Council will be held Wednesday, July 17 at 4:30 p.m. in the Village Council Chambers, third floor of city hall, 300 Jefferson St., Greenfield. The meeting has been called to discuss, deliberate and possibly decide on the hiring of a new village solicitor. Publisher's...
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