Good morning, Pike County. If there's one thing that defines small-town life, it's contrast. Just ask the Chillicothe Police Department, which tackled an astounding 26 incidents in a single day on June 14—from drug possession cases to the surprisingly wholesome task of clearing streets for a parade. While officers were managing this whirlwind of activity, the courthouse area became the backdrop for competing voices as the "No Kings Rally" drew crowds with signs and chants, met by counter-protesters waving their own flags in response.
Meanwhile, the spirit of community renewal is alive in Portsmouth, where transplants Liz and Amanda Pratt are proving that new energy can transform a town. Since arriving in 2021, they've launched businesses, organized a riverfront cleanup that removed over 100 bags of trash, and joined the Ignite Entrepreneur Program. Their story reminds us that sometimes, the most powerful community catalysts are the newest members of the neighborhood.
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🚔 Chillicothe police tackle 26 incidents in action-packed day. Officers responded to a wide range of situations on June 14, from drug possession and traffic violations to theft investigations and disorderly conduct calls. One incident resulted in an officer injury when a suspect became combative during an arrest. The day's unusual events included removing illegally parked cars for a parade and responding to a man found lying on a sidewalk. Police also handled cases involving juveniles, protection order violations, and even an unrestrained dog on a shared porch.
👑 Hundreds rally against "kings" in small-town political showdown. The No Kings Rally in Chillicothe drew a significant crowd near the Ross County Courthouse on June 14, 2025. Participants brandished signs and joined in organized chants throughout the demonstration. Counter-protesters also gathered at the same location, displaying Trump flags and supportive signage in opposition to the main rally. The event was part of a coordinated nationwide protest movement taking place simultaneously across the country.
🌟 Transplants Liz and Amanda Pratt energize Portsmouth's community renaissance. The couple, who moved to the area in 2021, are making significant impacts through their businesses and volunteer efforts. Amanda runs Roots of Recovery Herbs while participating in local markets and recovery initiatives, finding joy in authentic community connections. Liz recently left a 13-year automotive career to launch DJ Geek Techneek, organizing a successful riverfront cleanup that gathered 57 volunteers and removed over 100 bags of trash. As members of the Ignite Entrepreneur Program at Shawnee State University, they continue planting seeds for Portsmouth's future.
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Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.
-Matthew 11:28
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