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Contractor indicted for alleged theft of over $105,000 from Ohio homeowners
CINCINATTI, Ohio — A Hamilton County grand jury indicted a convicted Indiana felon on three felony charges involving the alleged theft of more than $105,000 from 14 Ohioans, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced. According to Yost, Roger Glenn Gray, 52, of Aurora, Indiana, has an extensive criminal record,...
Wayne HealthCare to Conduct Active Shooter Drill
In collaboration with the Greenville Ohio Police Department, Greenville Township Emergency Services, Greenville Ohio Fire Department, Darke County Sheriff’s Office Wayne Health Care will be conducting an active shooter drill on Wednesday, July 31st 2024. During this time, there will be an increased presence of law enforcement and emergency...
Greenville Police Department – Police Reports
On July 12th, 2024, at approximately 7:04 PM police was dispatched to the Greenville Police Department in reference to a subject reporting an assault. PO made contact with Jeffery Franklin and his girlfriend, Katelyn Miron. Jeffery stated he was about to leave his residence to go fishing but forgot his phone inside of his apartment. Jeffery advised he was walking back to his apartment and Darnell Hicks approached him and asked him for a cigarette. Jeffery advised he was low on cigarettes and told Darnell no. Jeffrey stated Darnell grabbed him by the throat with two hands and began to choke him. Jeffrey advised that Darnell dug his nails into the side of Jeffrey’s necks. Jeffery advised he pushed Darnell off of him and went back inside of his residence. PO asked Jeffrey if he had any injuries. Jeffery showed PO a small red scratch mark on his neck and PO did observe redness on the base of his neck. Katelyn advised she did not see the whole altercation because she was inside with her children but did see Darnell choke Jeffery. Katelyn advised she yelled at both parties to stop and Jeffery went inside. Katelyn filled out a witness statement form. PO took photographs of Jeffery’s injuries. Jeffery filled out victim’s right’ sand statement form. After speaking to Jeffery and Katelyn, police went to the Townhouse Motel to speak with Darnell. Police made contact with Darnell and his friend, Lenton Tucker. PO asked them what had happened. Darnell advised Jeffery came up to the second floor balcony where they were sitting and asked for a cigarette. Darnell stated he asked Jeffery why he wanted to come to his “table” and stated that nobody wanted Jeffery around because he beats his girlfriend and kids. Darnell advised Jeffery went downstairs and was standing in front of his residence. Darnell advised he went downstairs and asked Lenton’s wife for a cigarette. Darnell advised Jeffery yelled at him to get away from his apartment. Darnell advised Jeffrey pushed him. Darnell advised he left to go to the store at that point. Darnell denied choking Jeffery. Darnell declined to fill out a statement. After speaking to Darnell, PO asked Lenton if he saw Darnell choke Jeffery. Lenton stated Darnell did not choke Jeffery. Lenton filled out a witness statement form. A Sgt. spoke to the wife of the owner of the Town House Motel in attempt to obtain camera footage of this incident. The subject stated she did not have access to the cameras because only her husband can access them. The subject advised the Sgt. she would contact her husband and have him get in contact with the Greenville Police Department.
Ohio gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
State gas prices rose last week and reached an average of $3.47 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $3.28 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in state has risen about 12 cents since last month. According to the EIA, gas prices across the state in the last year have been as low as $2.61 on Jan. 8, 2024, and as high as $3.69...
Restaurant not responsible for man’s injury after bone from ‘boneless’ wing got stuck in his throat, Ohio Supreme Court rules
An Ohio restaurant is not responsible for a customer’s injury after a bone was found in an order of boneless wings, the Ohio Supreme Court ruled Thursday, affirming the appellate court’s earlier decision.
Ohio’s sales tax holiday expands to 10 days and includes more items
Families looking to save money as they head back to school will want to plan their shopping during the state’s annual sales tax holiday — this year expanded to 10 days and including more items than ever before. Gov. Mike DeWine announced the 2024 expanded sales tax holiday will take place from 12 a.m. Tuesday through 11:59 p.m. Aug. 8. In conjunction with the Ohio General Assembly, Mr. DeWine expanded the event’s length to 10 days and will allow tax-free purchases made in person or online on all eligible items of up to $500. Previous sales tax holidays ran three days, included only school-related items, and offered much lower purchase price limits of $75 maximum on an item of clothing, and $20 per item of instructional material and school supplies.
Upcoming blood drives in Greenville
GREENVILLE — Solvita is calling on donors to respond to a critical shortage of multiple blood types. Donate at the following blood drives. Brethren Retirement Community blood drive Wednesday, Aug. 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. at 750 Chestnut St., Greenville. Darke County Courthouse community blood drive Friday, Aug....
Motorcyclist dies after crashing into rear of semi on U.S. 35
BEAVERCREEK, Ohio (WKEF) -- U.S. 35 East near Beavercreek in Greene County reopened following a crash involving a motorcycle and semi. The highway had been closed since about 2:34 a.m. Friday, July 26. A motorcyclist died at the scene of the crash. The driver of the motorcycle was identified as...
Today in Ohio is off again Friday
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Another day without a Today in Ohio podcast. Sorry, listeners. Editor Chris Quinn is still battling COVID. We plan to return Monday, July 29. Meanwhile, you can catch up on past episodes of our daily half-hour news podcast. We have an Apple podcasts channel exclusively for this...
'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. ...
City of Greenville large item trash pickup announcement
GREENVILLE – The City of Greenville would like to remind the community that per our current contract with Rumpke Waste Incorporated, the next opportunity for large item pickup will be August 5-9. Large item pickup service will take place on the resident’s regularly scheduled trash collection day of each of these weeks. (This is for large item purposes only—not bags.)
Pitsenbarger to be honored with new memorial
TROY — Airman First Class William Pitsenbarger, who received the prestigious Medal of Honor 34 years after his death, will have a new memorial erected in his honor. The Miami County Commissioners approved a one-time contribution of $25,000 to Miami Memorial Park in Covington, where Pitsenbarger and his parents are buried, at their meeting on Tuesday, July 23.
Franklin Monroe boys basketball share their joy for the game at youth camp
ARCANUM — The Franklin Monroe High School boys basketball program hosted their yearly youth camp from July 22-24 at the high school gym. Campers grades second through eighth attended the camp. Franklin Monroe coaches and players coached the kids during the three-day camp. Franklin Monroe boys basketball head coach...
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