Good morning, Pike County. November's arrival brings with it a flurry of roadwork across the region. Scioto County's Engineer has mapped out a comprehensive maintenance plan for early November, with lane restrictions popping up throughout the area. Meanwhile, in Chillicothe, there's a silver lining for holiday shoppers—the extensive Bridge Street construction will take a welcome pause by Thanksgiving, ensuring smoother travels during the bustling shopping season.
While roads get their makeovers, Chillicothe's police department has been handling challenges of its own. Officers recently tackled 17 incidents in a single day, ranging from a missing juvenile report to bicycle thefts and multiple disorderly conduct complaints. The department's busy day included several cases involving juveniles and a traffic stop that revealed an active warrant—all part of keeping our community safe as we head into the holiday season.
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🛣️ Scioto County announces road work schedule for early November. County Engineer Darren C. LeBrun has released the department's work plan covering November 3-6, 2025. The schedule includes lane restrictions at various locations throughout the county. All planned roadwork dates are weather-dependent, meaning operations may be delayed in case of unfavorable conditions. Residents should prepare for potential traffic impacts during this maintenance period.
🚓 Chillicothe police tackle 17 incidents in single day across town. Officers responded to various calls including a missing juvenile report on Scioto Avenue, multiple thefts of items like a distinctive BMX bicycle, and several disorderly conduct complaints. Police also handled criminal trespass cases, including one at Dollar General, and issued a citation during a traffic stop that revealed an active warrant. Several incidents involving juveniles, including unruly behavior and a runaway report, remain under active investigation.
🚧 Bridge Street construction takes a holiday break in Chillicothe. The major roadway project will pause by Thanksgiving, leaving three northbound and two southbound lanes open for the shopping season. Key improvements already completed include relocated utilities, painted bridge railings, and a new pedestrian path connecting to the floodwall. Meanwhile, the US 23/35 freeway renovation won't pause for winter and will be completed this fall, with upcoming ramp closures requiring short detours. ODOT reminds drivers that highway workers have been hit 90 times this year, urging caution in these active work zones.
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