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🚓 Busy weekend recap

Pickaway County • December 17, 2024

Good morning, Pickaway County. Circleville Police had a busy weekend, addressing everything from traffic stops to well-being checks, with all safety checks returning clear. Meanwhile, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources scored a victory by winning $85,805.98 in damages after three individuals were caught stealing 315 trees from state property. On a more somber note, Columbus police are investigating a tragic incident where three women were found dead at home, with authorities diligently seeking evidence as the case unfolds.

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☕️ What's Brewing Locally

🚓 Circleville Police have been quite busy! Over the weekend of December 13-15, 2024, they responded to a variety of calls ranging from traffic stops to well-being checks. Notably, several warnings and citations were issued during traffic enforcement, while police conducted multiple checks on residents' safety—thankfully, all came back clear. Investigations also included reports of break-ins and suspicious activity, but most were found to lack immediate threats. As always, officers remind the public to stay vigilant and report any unusual activity in the community.

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🌳 ODNR secures victory in timber theft case. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) has successfully won a court ruling against three individuals who unlawfully harvested 315 trees from state-owned property in Pickaway County. The defendants admitted their actions, resulting in the court holding them liable for trespassing and unjust enrichment. As a result, ODNR has been awarded $85,805.98 in damages, which includes compensation for the trees and costs for restoration. ODNR Director Mary Mertz emphasized the seriousness of timber theft and the agency’s commitment to protecting Ohio’s natural resources.

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🔍 Columbus police investigate tragic deaths. In a heartbreaking incident, three women were discovered dead inside a Columbus, Ohio home on Saturday afternoon, prompting a homicide investigation. Police responded after a concerned friend reported finding the women in medical distress, and all three were sadly pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities are currently working to determine the manner of death, noting that no drugs were found at the location, and no suspects are in custody. As the investigation unfolds, the police are being meticulous in their search for any key evidence, recognizing the profound impact this tragedy will have on the victims' families, especially during the holiday season.

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🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Girls)

Team Opponent Score
Logan Elm Braves Logo Logan Elm Braves
vs Jackson
W 53-29
vs Amanda-Clearcreek
L 59-55
Circleville Tigers Logo Circleville Tigers
@ Liberty Union
W 56-27
@ Hamilton Township
W 33-31
Teays Valley Vikings Logo Teays Valley Vikings
@ Dublin Coffman**
W 36-30
vs Fairfield Union
L 52-39
vs Reynoldsburg
L 55-42
@ Minford
L 46-33
Westfall Mustangs Logo Westfall Mustangs
@ Southeastern
W 44-30
vs Huntington
L 44-41

🏡 Real Estate Reveals

Spacious family home with flexibility

Listed at $369,990, the Mitchell is a spacious home that greets you with a formal dining room and a flexible downstairs area ideal for an office or play zone. An open kitchen flows into an airy café and a large gathering room, while the upstairs loft, three additional bedrooms, and a generous Owner's Suite with a walk-in closet offer plenty of room for family living.

Charming home with modern comforts

Nestled in a delightful neighborhood, this charming home listed at $154,900 offers a seamless blend of modern amenities and classic appeal. It features a sunlit family room, a spacious master suite with new carpeting, a renovated bathroom, and a cozy kitchen with included appliances, all wrapped in a turn-key package with new utilities and inviting outdoor spaces for relaxation and gardening.

Renovation opportunity for savvy investors

This investor special is listed at $99,000 and presents a prime opportunity for those looking to dive into the real estate market. The property is ripe for renovation and is just waiting for a creative touch to unlock its full potential.

🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla

Historic Review Board

127 S Court St, Circleville, OH

Dec 23

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Day Camp

8701 Scioto-Darby Rd, Orient, OH

Dec 23

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Bingo: Logan Elm Athletics Boosters

Amvets, 818 Tarlton Rd, Circleville, OH

Dec 25

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Smoked, Salted, Pickled, and Preserved

Slate Run Living Historical Farm, 1375 OH-674, Canal Winchester, OH

Dec 29

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🙏 In Remembrance

Ginger Seurkamp

Ginger Lee Young Seurkamp, 78, of Whitney, Texas, passed away on November 23, 2024. Born on July 7, 1946, in Circleville, Ohio, she is survived by her husband of 40 years, Harry Seurkamp, along with her children, stepchildren, and eight grandchildren. A dedicated sales professional for nearly three decades, Ginger retired in 2010 and was actively involved in her community through White Bluff Chapel and the Texas Woodcarvers Guild. She was known for her warm heart, love of family, and passions for woodcarving, golf, and RVing. Donations in her memory can be made to Our Daily Bread in Whitney, TX.

Ginger Seurkamp

🍞 Daily Bread Crumb

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

-John 3:16

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