New Yoctangee Park playground coming in November

🛝 Chillicothe kids helped design their brand-new park playground. The city plans to swap out the existing equipment at Yoctangee Park in mid-November, with crews removing the old structure and installing the new one simultaneously to minimize downtime. The upgrade is part of a sweeping $35 million renovation of the park funded through Ohio's Appalachian Community Grant Program, using federal American Rescue Plan dollars. The broader project has already delivered pickleball courts, a rebuilt amphitheater, a new pavilion, and more. Read more

Crews free driver from overturned vehicle near Dry Run Road

🚗 A trapped driver walked away from a serious rollover crash Sunday. Rescue crews near Dry Run Road outside Kingston, Ohio, responded around 5:30 p.m. on Sunday to a single-vehicle crash where the car came to rest on its side. The driver, who suffered rib and leg injuries, required a technical extrication after responders deemed the vehicle too unstable to approach without first securing it with straps. By 6:08 p.m., the driver was out, standing, and talking with crews — a promising sign the injuries were not life-threatening. Read more

Ross Co. Sheriff Crime Log – October 10, 2026

🚨 Ross County deputies handled 14 incidents in a single day. The Ross County Sheriff's Office responded to a wide range of calls on Oct. 10, including an assault, two domestic disputes, a vehicle theft, and a missing person report. A traffic stop in the early morning hours led to drug paraphernalia and driving-under-suspension charges. The day ended with a non-suspicious death on Blain Highway, determined to be from natural causes. Read more

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📚 Oct. 12 - YMCA Scholastic Book Fair

📍 Scioto Valley YMCA - Ross County Branch, Chillicothe, OH

Book lovers, rejoice! The Ross County YMCA Scholastic Book Fair arrives October 12 at the Scioto Valley YMCA in Chillicothe, bringing a wonderful selection of books to inspire young readers in our community!

📚 Oct. 13 - Library Storytime Fun

📍 Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library, Chillicothe, OH  ·  🕒 4:30 PM

Spark your little one's love of reading at the Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library's Storytime on October 13! Join fellow families for an enchanting session of stories, imagination, and fun.

🎃 Oct. 13 - Ghouls Night Out Crafts

📍 Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library Northside Branch, Chillicothe, OH  ·  🕒 5:00 PM

Get your spook on at the Northside Branch Library in Chillicothe this Oct. 13 with Ghouls Night Out, a hauntingly fun Halloween craft workshop perfect for unleashing your inner ghoul!

📚 Oct. 13 - Budding Bookworms Storytime

📍 Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library, Chillicothe, OH  ·  🕒 10:00 AM

Little ones, get ready for a magical morning of stories! Join Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library on Oct. 13 for Budding Bookworms Storytime, where imagination comes alive through the joy of shared reading.

🧚 Oct. 15 - Paint Your Fairy Door

📍 Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library, Chillicothe, OH  ·  🕒 3:30 PM

Unleash your inner artist at the Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library on Oct. 15! Paint your very own whimsical fairy door and bring a little magic home with you.

🎨 Oct. 19 - Blindfolded Art Challenge

📍 Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library, Chillicothe, OH  ·  🕒 5:00 PM

Unleash your inner Picasso without peeking! Head to the Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library on Oct. 19 for Blindfolded Art, a delightfully unpredictable creative experience that proves art doesn't need eyes to be amazing!

🍫 Oct. 19 - Death By Chocolate

📍 Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library, Chillicothe, OH  ·  🕒 7:00 PM

Chocoholics, rejoice! The Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library hosts Death By Chocolate on October 19th — a deliciously indulgent event that's sure to satisfy your sweetest cravings. Don't miss this scrumptious community treat!

🎃 Oct. 19 - Spooky Jars Craft Workshop

📍 Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library Paxton Branch, Bainbridge, OH  ·  🕒 5:00 PM

Get your spook on at the Paxton Branch Library in Bainbridge this Oct. 19! Join this Halloween craft workshop and create your very own creepy, creative jars perfect for the season.