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CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — The Scioto Township Fire Department has donated 23 fans to the Pickaway County Community Action Organization (PICCA) to aid individuals and families in need. PICCA Executive Director Becky Hammond praised the donation, emphasizing its potential to improve the lives of community members. “We are grateful for...

A seemingly unremarkable box of receipts and small papers has proven to be very interesting. Muhlenberg Township records from 1893 to 1955 recorded much of the history of the Darbyville Cemetery and those who cared for it.

The Scioto Township Fire Department donated 23 fans to Pickaway County Community Action Organization (PICCA) to provide to individuals and families in need.

Circleville, OH – Judge P. Randall Knece presided over several significant cases in the Pickaway County Court of Common Pleas on July 10, 2024, showcasing a range of legal proceedings and outcomes. Cheyenne N. Clyne, aged 28, residing at 663 Burgess Ave., Columbus, OH, faced charges of Tampering with...

Pickaway County, OH – In an effort to enhance citizen engagement and provide convenient access to village services, two Pickaway County villages have launched mobile apps tailored to meet the needs of their residents. Commercial Point recently introduced “Commercial Point Connect,” available for download on both iPhone and Android devices. This app allows users to customize their notification preferences, pay utility bills directly through a secure link to the village website, and expedite the permit application process, among other features.

Pickaway County, OH – An early morning rollover crash involving an IGEL service truck from Columbus, Ohio, led to the closure of SR-104 for several hours today. The incident occurred around 5 am when the utility truck lost control, veering onto the soft shoulder of SR-104 in the area of West Ford Road. The vehicle subsequently overturned and rolled over, causing injuries to the driver who was tossed around inside the cab, but was wearing his seatbelt.

Pickaway County – One man is in custody after a high-speed chase that started with just showing off. Last night, authorities from Commercial Point Police initiated a pursuit of a Chevy Corvette for speeding within the town limits, marking the start of a dramatic sequence of events. As the Corvette fled at high speeds of over 100 mph, officers quickly alerted Pickaway County Sheriff’s Communications Division, prompting assistance from additional units and the Ohio State Highway Patrol.

(Circleville) – The Pickaway Agriculture and Event Center is gearing up to host the one-of-a-kind 7-mile Bluegrass Festival from July 25th-27th. This is the 6th year of the festival, and this year event organizer Billy Self chose to bring it to Pickaway County, where he has personal roots. Self emphasized the significance of choosing the Pickaway Agriculture and Event Center as the venue, saying, “We searched for a new upgraded location, but everything led us back to Pickaway. The beautiful stage and easy access for disabled individuals sealed the deal.”

The Pickaway County Master Gardener Volunteers sponsored their ninth Founders Day celebration and 26 years of existence on June 26th at Mary Virginia Crites Hannan park.

Pickaway – Harrison fire has been dispatched to a commercial fire located on Pickaway County’s North Side. Located at 3657 Tradeport Court a warehouse has reported a dryer fire in the warehouse and have evacuated. Several units from Fairfield county were called in as mutual aid for assistance, also local Box 65 a firefighter recovery vehicle to help firefighters battle the extreme heat.

(Circleville) – The Community Cupboards Of Pickaway County is in need of organizations/groups to hold food drive events during this second half of 2024 to help the thousands of people in our Pickaway County struggling to make ends meet. “Please check if your church, business, or organization is willing...

Pickaway County Shooting Sports 4-H Club uses the Pickaway County Sportsman Club for their meetings and shooting activities.

Early Saturday morning, on July 6, 2024, law enforcement responded to a report of shots fired in Downtown Circleville. At approximately 2:50 am, Pickaway County 911 received the call, prompting a swift response from Circleville police, Pickaway County Sheriff’s deputies, and the Ohio State Highway Patrol. According to eyewitnesses,...

CIRCLEVILLE, OH – The Circleville Sunrise Rotary Club has presented a $10,000 check to Nick Pruitt of PICCA (Pickaway County Community Action Organization) in support of the Soap-N-Hope mobile hygiene unit, a vital service for the county’s homeless population. In a recent address to the Rotary Club, Pruitt...

Joseph Anthony Roof was born Joseph Waltmire in Switzerland. His name was legally changed sometime during his immigration to the U.S. Once here, he assumed the ministry of the Lutheran Reformed Church in Pickaway County in 1834, remaining until 1855.

Circleville, OH – On May 7, 2023, at approximately 12:30 p.m., deputies responded to a head-on traffic collision in the area of SR 56E, near the intersection of Old Tarlton Pike in Circleville, Pickaway County. Upon arrival, deputies observed two vehicles with severe front-end damage. The first vehicle’s driver...

CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — Six-year-old Sebastian Nelson had a dream and took the first step to turn it into reality. In March 2023, the confident and gregarious Circleville Elementary first grader visited the Pickaway County Community Action Organization (PICCA) and met one-on-one with Executive Director Becky Hammond. His request was simple yet impactful: he wanted a playground near the Ohio Heights apartment where he lives with his mother, Paige Giffin, and three siblings.

Meghan Ellis of the Pickaway County Park District has an interesting article in the 3rd Quarter Pickaway County Park District Newsletter concerning native and non-native plants found in our area and throughout Ohio. Take a look below at what Meghan had to share:. Ohio is home to approximately 2,300 vascular...