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Scioto Valley Guardian Home. JACKSON, Ohio — A fatal crash on U.S. Route 35 in Jackson County, claimed one life late Saturday night, according...
New details released in weekend shooting in Chillicothe
Oct 9, 2024 · CHILLICOTHE, Ohio —The Ross County Sheriff's Office has released new information regarding the weekend shooting that occurred in Chillicothe on Saturday, October 5, 2024. At approximately 8:00 p.m., officers from the Chillicothe Police Department, deputies from the Ross County Sheriff's Office, and troopers from the Ohio State Highway Patrol responded to reports of shots fired
Judge drops death penalty in Billy Wagner case, sparking outrage …
Nov 21, 2024 · WAVERLY, Ohio — The trial date for Billy Wagner, accused in the 2016 Pike County massacre where eight members of the Rhoden family were killed, is set for January. However, recent developments at a pre-trial hearing have thrown the case into uncertainty. Presiding over the trial is Judge Jonathan Hein, the third judge in this case due to the retirement of the previous judges due to age.
ELECTION RESULTS: Ross County - Scioto Valley Guardian
Nov 5, 2024 · ROSS COUNTY, Ohio -- There were a few contested races in Ross County countywide, but none that were expected to be any bombshells. Republicans were expected to sweep the slate. Two closely watched races included county recorder, where Kathy Dunn, a Democrat has held the position for decades and who was being challenged by a
Vehicle fire causes damage to Chillicothe restaurant
Oct 27, 2024 · CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A local Chillicothe fast food restaurant suffered significant damage following fire. It happened Sunday afternoon at the Arby’s on North Bridge Street. Firefighters were called to the scene after a vehicle erupted into flames in the drive thru. The fire then quickly spread to the building causing extensive damage. It is unclear
Power outages reported across Ohio as remnants of Hurricane …
Sep 27, 2024 · OHIO --- This afternoon, Ohio residents are experiencing widespread power outages as the remnants of Hurricane Helene sweep across the Buckeye State. Utility companies are actively working to restore service to affected areas, with significant outages reported across several counties. According to American Electric Power (AEP), the hardest-hit areas in the Scioto Valley include Scioto
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Evacuation Advisory for Lake White residents due to rising water …
Sep 27, 2024 · WAVERLY, Ohio — The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) has issued an evacuation advisory for residents in low-lying areas near Lake White after crews were unable to open the lake’s drain gates. As the lake’s water levels continue to rise quickly, ODNR officials are urging residents to evacuate using State Routes 552 and 551.
Firefighters battle blaze in Wellston - Scioto Valley Guardian
Dec 1, 2024 · WELLSTON, Ohio – Firefighters are currently on the scene of an active structure fire at the intersection of 9th Street and Route 327. The blaze was reported this afternoon, drawing multiple units from local fire departments. As of now, the cause of the fire remains under investigation. Authorities have not yet confirmed whether the building
Wagner trial postponed until 2025 - Scioto Valley Guardian
Mar 7, 2024 · PIKE COUNTY, Ohio --- The trial for accused mass murderer Billy Wagner has been postponed until 2025, as decided by a Pike County court. Wagner is one of four family members accused of playing a role in the Pike County Massacre that resulted in the deaths of 8 members of the Rhoden family. During a