Good morning, Ross County. Twenty local students just received keys to their future thanks to the Gates Foundation, which has now helped approximately 300 Ross County residents pursue higher education since 2004. This year's recipients are heading to institutions from Ohio State to Colorado State, embodying the Gates family's belief that "little is as valuable as a college education" for creating lifelong impact. Meanwhile, in a creative twist that's sure to generate excitement, the Ross County Fair is planning its first-ever School Bus Demo Derby for 2025, inviting young artists to transform their district's buses before they crash for glory.
On the employment front, South Central Ohio Job & Family Services is expanding support for Chillicothe paper mill workers facing shutdown, with extended office hours and a postponed job fair now featuring 80 eager employers. And in a case of "wrong place, wrong ride," Blake Madru's bicycle journey came to an abrupt halt when police discovered he was pedaling on stolen property, landing him in the Ross County Jail with additional charges.
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🎓 Gates Foundation helps 20 Ross County students achieve college dreams. The scholarships, awarded to students ranging from freshmen to seniors, aim to reduce financial barriers to higher education. Since 2004, the fund established by Larry and Mary Gates has supported approximately 300 students from Ross County. Thirteen of this year's recipients will attend Ohio University campuses, with others heading to institutions including Ohio State, Colorado State, and Wright State. The Gates expressed their desire to "pay it forward," emphasizing that "little is as valuable as a college education" for making a lifelong impact.
🚲 Stolen bicycle leads to arrest of Ross County man. Blake Madru was taken into custody on June 24th after police found him riding a stolen G.T. Aggressor Pro bicycle. He claimed to have purchased the bike from Lindsey Allen, who denied selling it to him. Officers also recovered a stolen Milwaukee battery-powered push mower from a garage at 286 Yoctangee Pkwy. Madru was charged with receiving stolen property and transported to Ross County Jail, where he was also served with a warrant for failure to comply.
🚌 School buses will crash for glory at Ross County Fair. The fair is organizing its first-ever School Bus Demo Derby in 2025, inviting students from all Ross County schools to decorate their district's bus. Young artists can paint buses during designated July sessions at the fairgrounds, with supplies provided. The demolition derby will take place August 6th at the grandstand, featuring 10 buses competing in two heats with the top performers advancing to the finale.
📋 Local agency expands support for Chillicothe paper mill workers facing shutdown. South Central Ohio Job & Family Services is ramping up efforts with expanded office hours at the Main Library Annex and considering a weekly office at the mill itself. The agency has postponed its annual job fair to Wednesday at OUC's Shoemaker Center, where 80 employers will be recruiting—more than in previous years. Executive Director Jody Walker emphasized strong state support through weekly coordination with Rapid Response and Unemployment Compensation departments. Resources are available through the agency's website, "Scioto Valley Forward," or by visiting their office at the Ross County Service Center.
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🚨 Cuff Notes
A local individual was charged with physical control of a vehicle while under the influence, highlighting the ongoing concerns about impaired driving.
Another individual was arrested for failing to comply with a police order, along with charges of receiving stolen property, demonstrating the importance of law enforcement cooperation.
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