Good morning, Ross County. A pixelated revolution is taking over McDonald's as the restaurant chain launches its limited-time "Minecraft" Happy Meal, complete with exclusive Nether Flame Sauce and collectible toys that unlock in-game content. Meanwhile, Sheetz is breaking ground on Bridge Street, bringing its 24/7 convenience store, restaurant, and fuel station combination to Chillicothe by winter 2026—finally ending those Circleville road trips just to satisfy your Sheetz cravings.
The local arts scene is equally vibrant, with the Chillicothe Art League's exhibition at the Pump House showcasing everything from powerlines to politicians through April 26. On the diamond, Unioto baseball is proving resilience matters more than experience, with Coach Tony Taylor recently celebrating his milestone 400th career victory thanks to KB Perkins' masterful pitching performance—a complete game shutout with 14 strikeouts that has Sherman fans cheering despite the team's youth movement.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🎮 McDonald's "Minecraft" Happy Meal lands for a limited time only. The special meal, tied to the record-breaking "Minecraft Movie," features either a Big Mac or McNuggets with exclusive Nether Flame Sauce and Hi-C Lavaburst. Fans have until May 6, 2025 to grab one of 12 Block World toys or six collectibles that unlock exclusive character skins in the Minecraft Marketplace. Every purchase through the McDonald's app also grants players bonus in-game content at no extra cost.
⛽ Sheetz is bringing 24/7 food and fuel to Chillicothe. The convenience store chain has received permits to build a new location on Bridge Street, with demolition of the current building at 1525 North Bridge Street already approved. The new Sheetz, which will include a restaurant, convenience store, and gas station, is scheduled to open in winter 2026. Currently, residents have to travel to Circleville for the nearest Sheetz. This development is part of several community improvements including downtown renovations, festival preparations, and school expansions.
🎨 Local artists paint Chillicothe's soul in vibrant exhibition. The Chillicothe Art League's show at the Pump House Center for the Arts displays diverse works from community artists, featuring subjects ranging from powerlines to politicians. Artist Jason Vaughan-Kinnamon, who draws inspiration from natural elements, expressed enjoyment in seeing the creativity of his fellow exhibitors. Pump House Director John Payne praised the Art League's organization and the growth of participating artists over the years. The exhibition, which also supports scholarships for promising local artists, will remain on display until April 26.
⚾ Young Unioto baseball team refuses to back down after losing eight seniors. Despite their inexperience, Coach Tony Taylor's squad has shown remarkable work ethic and team chemistry while staying competitive in close games. Taylor recently celebrated his 400th career victory with a 3-0 win against Paint Valley, relying on standout senior pitcher K.B. Perkins and 2023 SVC Player of the Year Keegan Snyder to lead the way. The team is adapting to a small-ball approach this season, focusing on speed and defense while several players adjust to new positions.
⚾ Coach Taylor scores milestone 400th win with perfect pitching performance. Unioto defeated conference rival Paint Valley 3-0 in a shutout game that was moved to their home field due to conditions. KB Perkins dominated on the mound with a complete game, allowing just two hits while striking out 14 batters. The Shermans scored runs in the third, fifth, and sixth innings, with Jack Welch crossing the plate twice. Taylor was celebrated with hugs and congratulations after the game, with a formal ceremony planned for later.
⚾ Baseball Scoreboard
The Unioto Shermans finally found their winning formula, blanking the Paint Valley Bearcats 3-0 in Monday's Scioto Valley showdown. The victory gives the Shermans (1-2) their first notch in the win column this season, while the Bearcats stumble out of the gate at 0-1. Both squads will look to build momentum in Wednesday's league matchups against Piketon and undefeated Westfall, respectively.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Huntington (3-1) | ||
@ Westfall | L 3-1 | |
Paint Valley (0-1) | ||
@ Unioto | L 3-0 | |
Southeastern (1-2) | ||
vs Piketon | L 6-4 | |
Unioto (1-2) | ||
vs Paint Valley | W 3-0 |
🥎 Softball Scoreboard
Westfall's Mustangs galloped past Huntington 7-3 in Monday's Scioto Valley showdown, improving to 2-3 on the season while the Huntsmen fell to .500 at 4-4. Both squads will face fresh conference challenges on Wednesday when the paint dries on this contest.Chillicothe's Cavaliers continued their perfect season with a staggering 25-3 dismantling of the winless Washington Blue Lions in Frontier Athletic action. At 6-0, the Cavaliers look to complete the back-to-back sweep when they face these same Blue Lions again Tuesday in what might feel like softball déjà vu.The Unioto Shermans edged Paint Valley 10-9 in a nail-biter that improved their record to 2-3 in Scioto Valley play. The Bearcats (4-1) will look to rebound Wednesday against Westfall, while Unioto prepares to face a formidable 6-1 Piketon squad coming off their own tight victory.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Chillicothe (6-0) | ||
vs Washington | W 25-3 | |
Adena (6-2) | ||
vs Zane Trace | L 2-1 | |
Huntington (4-4) | ||
@ Westfall | L 7-3 | |
Paint Valley (4-1) | ||
vs Unioto | L 10-9 | |
Unioto (2-3) | ||
@ Paint Valley | W 10-9 | |
Southeastern (2-5) | ||
vs Piketon | L 5-1 | |
Zane Trace (2-4) | ||
@ Adena | W 2-1 |
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🚨 Cuff Notes
An individual was arrested for failing to reinstate their driver's license and possession of drug paraphernalia. The arrest was made by the Chillicothe Police Department.
A person was apprehended for criminal trespassing on someone else's property. This incident was also handled by the Chillicothe Police Department.
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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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