Good morning, Pike County. The landscape of mental health services in our region is about to transform with the $7.9 million behavioral health crisis center taking shape in Ross County. Set to open in April 2026, this facility represents a significant investment in addressing critical needs, particularly as mobile response teams already begin serving youth in our communities—a bright spot against the backdrop of our region's stubbornly high tobacco use rates, which continue to outpace state averages by nearly 8%.
Meanwhile, local infrastructure changes will impact daily routines as Wolf Hill Road closes for a four-month bridge replacement project starting March 31. Drivers should prepare for detours as construction begins. In law enforcement news, what began as a theft in Jackson concluded dramatically in Beaver on Saturday night, with two Waverly men apprehended following a high-speed pursuit that crossed county lines and ended with suspects fleeing on foot before their eventual capture.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🏥 Highland County gets update on new behavioral health crisis center. Paint Valley ADAMH representatives shared progress on their $7.9 million facility being built in Ross County with a targeted opening of April 2026. Mobile response teams are already serving youth under 21 in the region, with adult services beginning soon. While alcohol and marijuana use in the area falls below state averages, tobacco use remains significantly higher at 35.36% compared to 27.4% statewide. In separate business, commissioners discussed renewable energy projects with the Ohio Land and Liberty Coalition, emphasizing the balance between landowners' rights and community concerns.
🚧 Vinton County bridge project shuts down Wolf Hill Road. Starting March 31, the critical thoroughfare will close approximately 0.2 miles north of State Route 683 for a complete bridge replacement. Local traffic will still be able to access areas north of the construction site, while through traffic will be directed to follow a detour using State Route 683 and Mount Zion Road. County Engineer Roy DePue estimates the closure will last approximately four months as crews work to replace this important infrastructure link.
🚓 High-speed chase ends with theft suspects nabbed in Pike County. Two Waverly men were apprehended Saturday night after a pursuit that began in Jackson and ended in Beaver. Troy Fleckinger, 56, and Mike Osborne, 47, were taken into custody following a brief foot chase by police officers and sheriff's deputies. The vehicle reportedly contained merchandise stolen from a Jackson business. Fleckinger faces multiple charges including theft and fleeing/eluding, while Osborne was later released.
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🙏 In Remembrance
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But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
-Isaiah 40:31
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