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Chillicothe -- Council had their last session of the year, with only a little excitement - passing the 2025 budget but failing to table the 'cannabis moratorium.'
Breaking News: Ross County Correction Officer Killed in Christmas ...
1 day ago · ROSS COUNTY, OH — A Ross County correctional officer was tragically killed on Christmas morning after being attacked by an inmate at the Ross County Correctional (RCI). According to sources, Correction Officer Andy Lansing, who was working overtime during the holiday shift, was assaulted by an inmate. The attack …
Chillicothe Police Report Highlights Incidents Over Christmas Eve
1 day ago · CHILLICOTHE, OH — The Chillicothe Police Department responded to multiple incidents on December 24, 2024, ranging from disorderly conduct to vehicle thefts, as the community prepared for the holiday festivities.. Overdose Call Leads to Investigation Officers were first dispatched to 295 N. High Street at midnight for a reported overdose. The situation is currently under investigation, with ...
Chillicothe Police Report: Incidents on Christmas Day
18 hours ago · CHILLICOTHE, OH — The Chillicothe Police Department reported a series of incidents on Christmas Day, December 25, 2024, ranging from thefts to domestic disputes.. Traffic Stop: At 12:48 a.m., officers attempted to initiate a traffic stop on a black GMC SUV, leading to an ongoing investigation into potential stolen property and possession of drugs. ...
Governor DeWine Orders Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Ross …
17 hours ago · COLUMBUS, Ohio — In a tribute to the life and service of Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction Officer Andrew Lansing, Governor Mike DeWine has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff. This directive applies to all public buildings and grounds throughout Ross County, as well as at the Ohio Statehouse, the Vern Riffe Center, […]
Chillicothe Council Passes $27M Budget, Lets 'Cannabis …
2 days ago · Chillicothe -- Council had their last session of the year, with only a little excitement - passing the 2025 budget but failing to table the 'cannabis moratorium.' Council approved the $27M budget after three readings, without needing a …
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Scioto County Declares Local State of Emergency Following Severe …
Portsmouth, OH – September 30, 2024 – In response to destructive high winds and flash flooding that ravaged Scioto County on Friday, the Board of Scioto County Commissioners has called a special meeting for 9:30 a.m. today to declare a Local State of Emergency. The severe weather event left over 12,000 AEP customers without power […]
Chillicothe Council Slows Movement on Proposed Cannnabis …
Dec 10, 2024 · Chillicothe — Council chose to not read the proposed ordinance placing a moratorium on new cannnabis dispensaries Monday evening, after opposition and calls to clarify its intent.. Mayor Luke Feeney also urged a pubic showing at the old Armory in Yoctangee Park after next week’s special council session, to get an overview of the grant-funded proposed plans for the park’s renovation.
Chillicothe Council Passes $65M City Budget, Makes ... - Scioto Post
Jan 6, 2024 · Chillicothe — Council started the new year Wednesday with a special meeting where they passed the budget and set some personnel. The city will operate on about $65,000,000 for 2024. A council rule passed in 1999 states “the first meeting of the new Council after each election shall be held at 6:00 p.m. on the first day the Chillicothe Municipal Court is open for business following the ...