Your tax bill shrinks while a fire gets crushed in 13 mins 🔥
Good morning, Ross County. Chillicothe is doing something you don't see every day — voluntarily shrinking its own budget to soften the blow of a state-driven property tax hike, and this is the second year in a row they've done it. The Finance Committee signed off on a 12% reduction, meaning most residents will see only a modest bump on their 2027 bills. Meanwhile, Ross County firefighters proved they don't mess around, containing a garage blaze on Cattail Road in a cool 13 minutes flat.
On a lighter note, Frankfort families have a packed Sunday ahead — fire trucks to climb, free hot dogs, face painting, and a kickball tournament all waiting at Brad Lightle Park. Sports scores and fresh local real estate listings are tucked inside too.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
Chillicothe Council to Consider Lowering Property Taxes Again
🏠 Chillicothe is cutting property taxes for the second year running. The city's Finance Committee approved a 12% reduction on Oct. 5 to offset a state-driven 29–30% property tax increase across Ross County, following a 15% city cut the prior year. Residents will still see a modest $5–$10 increase on their 2027 tax bills, and the city will absorb a loss of several hundred thousand dollars in revenue. Meanwhile, council is eyeing the newly renovated 1928 Memorial Armory in Yoctangee Park as a potential permanent home for council chambers, with a grand opening set for Nov. 6. Read more
Crews knock down garage fire on Cattail Road
🔥 Ross County crews contained a garage fire in just 13 minutes. Firefighters responded to a detached garage blaze in the 3300 block of Cattail Road in Chillicothe, Ohio, shortly before 7 p.m. on Saturday. The home's occupant was safely inside the house when crews arrived to find smoke pouring from the garage roof. Firefighters staged an engine on the roadway, pulled a hoseline, and launched an offensive attack before a commander declared the fire contained. The cause and extent of damage remain unknown. Read more
Concord Township fire department hosts 4th annual Touch-A-Truck in Frankfort
🚒 Frankfort families can climb aboard fire trucks this Sunday. The Concord Township Volunteer Fire Department hosts its fourth annual Touch-A-Truck event at Brad Lightle Park from 1 to 4 p.m., offering free hot dogs, face painting, a bike giveaway, and an ice cream truck. The department says the free event is its way of giving back to the community it serves. A kickball tournament hosted by Friends of the Village runs the same day, making the park a double draw for local families. Read more
Here's a rare chance to put your personal stamp on a spacious 1,900+ sqft piece of South Salem history — this charming 1900-built two-story sits on a generous lot and is brimming with potential for the right visionary buyer!
This brand-new farmhouse-style gem in South Salem blends modern elegance with peaceful country living on nearly 2 acres, featuring covered porches, an open-concept layout, and a bonus room perfect for any lifestyle!
🌎 What Else Is Brewing
U.S. Labor Department reported a weak September jobs gain that sent traders sprinting toward the “maybe no Fed hike” narrative.
Goldman Sachs said America’s data-center boom still has legs, even as political pushback tries to slow the AI infrastructure party.
Nike stumbled after forecasting a surprise revenue drop, announcing job cuts, and reshuffling its global business structure.
U.S. stock markets rallied on softer payrolls, with Wall Street betting the Fed may keep its powder dry a little longer.
PepsiCo kicked off earnings season chatter as investors braced for this week’s corporate scorecards and a fresh read on consumer demand.
Levi Strauss moved into the earnings spotlight as the market prepared for a busy week of third-quarter results.
🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
"Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth."
— Psalm 46:10
When life feels chaotic, taking a quiet moment to remember God's presence can bring calm and confidence.
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