Good morning, Ross County. The sweet scent of maple syrup is filling the air as Uncle Bob's Farm invites families to experience the traditional art of syrup-making this weekend. With free pancakes, hourly tours, and the complete production process on display, it's the perfect spring outing – especially when paired with Disney Trivia at Old Capitol Brewing or live music at Steiner's Speakeasy. Meanwhile, former NFL star Pacman Jones has stirred controversy by revealing he used fake urine to beat drug tests throughout his career, advocating for the NFL to remove cannabis from its testing protocols.
Looking ahead, young minds can explore new horizons as Ohio University Chillicothe's popular Kids in College program returns June 2-13, offering everything from pickleball to stand-up comedy classes. The timing couldn't be better with gas prices dropping to $2.75 per gallon – significantly below the national average – giving families a welcome budget break. And for those observing Lent, local fish fries at Saint Mary's, Great City Church, and Bishop Flaget provide delicious Friday dining options through mid-April.
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🏈 Pacman Jones admits cheating NFL drug tests with fake urine. The former NFL cornerback revealed on Deion Sanders' show that he never used his own urine during league drug tests throughout his career. Despite Sanders insisting modern testing protocols prevent such deception, Jones maintained players can still beat the system if they know what they're doing. The 41-year-old, who last played in 2018, advocated for removing cannabis from NFL testing altogether, arguing it helps with pain unlike the opiates and muscle relaxers commonly prescribed to players.
🍁 Maple Days at Uncle Bob's Farm brings sweet family fun this weekend. Visitors can experience the entire maple syrup production process at Polk Hollow Road in Chillicothe, with free pancakes and hourly tours available Saturday and Sunday. Meanwhile, the local entertainment scene is buzzing with Disney Trivia at Old Capitol Brewing, an open mic at Prohibition, and live music from Jeffrey Lee Crothers at Steiner's Speakeasy. Other weekend highlights include a Taylor Swift tribute at the Majestic Theatre, while the Chillicothe Brewfest is coming up on June 7 with early ticket perks available until May 26.
🎓 Kids in College returns to Ohio University Chillicothe this June. The popular summer program runs June 2-13, offering children enrichment activities in sciences, arts, languages, and history through small, personalized classes. Participants can choose from exciting options including pickleball, STEM, music, ancient Greek, stand-up comedy, and more—all led by instructors, business owners, and college faculty. Registration remains open through May 12 at $38 per class, with some requiring additional material fees. The program aims to help children explore questions, discover interests, and make meaningful connections while having fun.
🐟 Lenten fish fries sizzle across Ross County this season. Saint Mary's Catholic Church, Great City Church of the Nazarene, and Bishop Flaget are all offering Friday fish dinners throughout Lent until mid-April. The Great City Church's $15 meal includes two pieces of fish, french fries, and coleslaw, running from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saint Mary's serves from 4 to 7 p.m., while Bishop Flaget's fish fries will continue every Friday until April 11. The Lenten season began on March 5 with Ash Wednesday and continues until Good Friday on April 18.
⛽ Ohio gas prices drop to $2.75, giving drivers welcome relief. This marks the second consecutive week of declining prices, down from $2.87 per gallon last week and about 7 cents lower than last month. Current prices are significantly below the national average of $3.08 per gallon, making Ohio gas approximately 10.8% cheaper than the U.S. average. Over the past year, Ohio's gas prices have fluctuated dramatically, reaching as high as $3.65 in April and as low as $2.61 in January.
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An individual was arrested for driving under suspension related to an OVI. The arrest was made by the Ohio State Highway Patrol, and the individual is currently not in custody.
An individual faces multiple charges including possession of drug abuse instruments, unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, and obstructing official business. This arrest was conducted by the Chillicothe Police Department, and the individual is currently in custody.
An individual was apprehended for operating a motor vehicle without a valid license. The arrest took place in Chillicothe, and the individual is not currently in custody.
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