$2.7M coming to Chillicothe + spooky season starts NOW 🎨
Good morning, Ross County. Nearly $2.7 million in state funding is heading to District 92 — covering everything from a children's museum STEAM expansion to a historic courthouse roof replacement right here in Chillicothe. It's the kind of capital budget win that actually shows up in the community, not just on a spreadsheet. On a heavier note, the county is mourning 24-year-old Collin Fout of Frankfort, who died Sunday after a crash on County Road 550. Our thoughts are with his family.
When you're ready for something lighter, the week delivers: a Spooky Tree Painting Workshop, Upcycle Craft Night, and a drop-in art session are all on deck — basically a full creative sprint before October arrives. Local sports scores and fresh real estate listings are inside too.
🌤 Sky Skoop
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
Rep. Johnson Champions Regional Projects, Votes in Support of Capital Budget Bill
🏛️ Ohio's District 92 is getting nearly $2.7 million in state funding. Rep. Mark Johnson (R-Chillicothe) voted on June 10 in favor of Ohio's $4 billion Capital Budget bill, securing investments across Hocking, Perry, Ross, and Vinton counties. Projects range from a children's museum STEAM expansion and historic courthouse roof replacement in Chillicothe to park revitalizations and a health facility upgrade in Vinton County. All 88 Ohio counties will receive community project funding through the bill, which now heads to the Governor for final consideration. Read more
One person dead after crash in Ross County
🚗 A young Ohio man died after his Jeep rolled off a rural road. Collin Fout, 24, of Frankfort, was driving a 2023 Jeep Wrangler on County Road 550 when he missed a curve in the early hours of Sept. 16, veered off the road, rolled over, and struck a utility pole. Fout was ejected from the vehicle and later died at a local hospital. The Ohio State Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate the crash. Read more
Nestled in a peaceful Chillicothe cul-de-sac, this charming 4-bedroom brick beauty offers privacy, mature landscaping, a spacious lot, and a welcoming neighborhood vibe that's hard to find!
2 bed · 1 bath · Original woodwork & updated kitchen
This charming 1900s Chillicothe gem is bursting with original woodwork and character, featuring a updated bath, new appliances, covered front porch, and a sturdy metal roof — classic neighborhood living at its finest!
Tucked away on 5.4 peaceful acres in Chillicothe, this charming 1910 farmhouse is a true homesteader's dream — complete with an orchard, chicken coop, hot tub, and hunting stands right out your back door!
🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
🎨 Sep. 21 - Spooky Tree Painting Workshop
📍 Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library Paxton Branch, Bainbridge, OH · 🕒 5:00 PM
Unleash your inner artist this fall at the Paxton Branch Library in Bainbridge! Join this spooky tree painting workshop on September 21 and create your own hauntingly beautiful masterpiece.
♻️ Sep. 23 - Upcycle Craft Night
📍 Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library Northside Branch, Chillicothe, OH · 🕒 4:00 PM
Turn trash into treasure at the Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library Northside Branch on September 23! Join this fun DIY Upcycle Craft Night and get creative transforming everyday materials into something uniquely yours.
🎨 Sep. 25 - Afternoon Drop-In Art Session
📍 Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library Northside Branch, Chillicothe, OH · 🕒 1:00 PM
Unleash your inner artist at the Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library Northside Branch on September 25! Drop in anytime for a free, relaxed art session — no experience or registration needed.
🍓 Sep. 25 - Strawberry Shortcake Storytime
📍 Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library Northside Branch, Chillicothe, OH · 🕒 11:00 AM
Calling all little berry lovers! Head to the Northside Branch Library in Chillicothe on September 25 for Berry Sweet Storytime, a delightful Strawberry Shortcake-themed children's story time that's sure to sweeten your day!
🪿 Sep. 29 - Wild Goose Library Chase
📍 Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library Northside Branch, Chillicothe, OH · 🕒 4:30 PM
Get ready for a wild time at the Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library Northside Branch on September 29! Join the family fun at the Wild Goose Chase — a perfect adventure for kids and grown-ups alike!
🌿 Sep. 29 - Beaded Plants Workshop
📍 Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library, Chillicothe, OH · 🕒 5:30 PM
Get crafty this September 29th at the Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library! Join this fun bead art workshop and transform tiny beads into stunning botanical creations you'll be proud to display at home.
📚 Oct. 01 - Book Buddies Club
📍 Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library Northside Branch, Chillicothe, OH · 🕒 4:30 PM
Curl up with a great read and great company at the Northside Branch Library in Chillicothe! Join Book Buddies Book Club on October 1st for a fun, community-centered literary adventure.
🥾 Oct. 18 - Women's Kirtland Trail Hike
📍 Kinnikinnick Fen, Chillicothe, OH
Lace up your hiking boots and hit the trail with your fellow adventurers! Join Wander Women for a scenic hike through Kinnikinnick Fen in Chillicothe, OH on October 18th.
🌎 What Else Is Brewing
Federal Reserve lifted rates again, keeping affordability headaches front and center while mortgage costs hover near 7% and consumers stay cranky.
Nasdaq rebounded as tech names dragged the index higher, helping Wall Street shake off a bruising week.
S&P 500 edged higher with help from tech, finishing the session in the green after a choppy ride.
Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped again, extending its losing streak and giving blue chips another rough Monday morning hangover.
Trump administration renewed the $100,000 H-1B visa fee, jabbing tech hiring costs and rattling India-linked IT stocks.
Berkshire Hathaway completed its top-level handoff as Warren Buffett stepped aside and his son took over the chair role.
🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
"Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own."
— Matthew 6:34
Take it one day at a time, trusting God to handle tomorrow’s challenges while you focus on today’s blessings.
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