Good morning, Ross County. When a man's own mother calls 911 on him, you know it's been a rough Saturday — that's exactly what happened on Vigo Road this weekend, and the Ross County Sheriff's Office was quick to respond. On a more uplifting note, Ohio University Chillicothe has a fresh face leading the charge, with Michael Lafreniere stepping in as the new dean of campus and community engagement.
Closer to home, a serious collision on Chester Hill Road left a lawn mower operator critically injured Saturday afternoon — details are still emerging, so we'll keep you posted. Nationally, Taylor Farms is recalling salsa and guacamole over salmonella concerns, so maybe double-check that chip bowl before the weekend winds down. Fresh local real estate listings are also waiting inside.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
Ross County Man Arrested After Reported Gunshots at Vigo Road Residence
🔫 A man's own mother called 911 after hearing gunshots at his home. A 53-year-old Ross County, Ohio man was arrested Saturday following a reported disturbance at a Vigo Road residence. Deputies were dispatched after the suspect's mother called to report possible gunshots coming from the property. The Ross County Sheriff's Office responded and took the man into custody. Read more
Dean Lafreniere to lead OHIO Chillicothe's next chapter
🎓 Ohio University Chillicothe has a new dean at the helm. Michael Lafreniere has been appointed dean of campus and community engagement at Ohio University Chillicothe. The announcement was made by Dr. Lewatis McNeal, vice provost for Regional Higher Education. Read more
BREAKING: Man on Lawn Mower Critically Injured After Being Struck by Vehicle in Ross County
🚨 A lawn mower operator was critically injured in an Ohio collision. Emergency crews rushed to Chester Hill Road in Ross County Saturday afternoon after a truck struck a man operating a lawn mower. The incident was reported shortly after 3 p.m. on August 8th. Authorities have not yet released further details about the victim's condition or the circumstances surrounding the crash. Read more
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🌎 What Else Is Brewing
Federal Reserve weighs the fallout from a one-month supply of Ozempic and Wegovy dropping to $499 for Costco shoppers, undercutting pharmacy margins.
Senate passed a short-term funding bill to avert a shutdown, giving Washington a rare, if temporary, competency badge.
Delta Air Lines made an emergency landing in Atlanta after crew reported fumes in the cockpit, turning a routine flight into a very expensive detour.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is finishing its body-camera rollout this month, promising more transparency just as debate over enforcement keeps heating up.
Taylor Farms recalled salsa and guacamole over salmonella concerns, proving even the snack table is not safe from headline risk.
Wildfires near Spokane are winding down as evacuees start returning home, though firefighters are still chasing stubborn hot spots.
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