Good morning, Ross County. The statistics from the Chillicothe Police Department paint a striking portrait of small-town law enforcement: 20 incidents in a single day, ranging from intoxicated drivers to stolen vehicles and even a homeless camp arrest. It's a reminder that behind the quiet facade of daily life, our local officers are constantly responding to a surprisingly diverse array of situations that would make for quite the police procedural episode.
As the Pixelle paper mill's August 10 closure date rapidly approaches, two very different lifelines are emerging for affected workers. While Governor DeWine's search for a buyer seems increasingly unlikely to bear fruit before the deadline, the Community Action Committee of Pike County is offering immediate support through the RETAIN program. This Department of Labor-funded initiative provides personalized case management and behavioral health services for the nearly 780 employees facing an uncertain professional future.
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🚓 Chillicothe police tackled 20 incidents in one hectic day. Officers arrested an intoxicated driver with a high blood alcohol level shortly after midnight on August 1, 2025. Throughout the day, they investigated multiple thefts including a stolen vehicle and merchandise from a dispensary, while also responding to traffic accidents and disorderly conduct calls. Police also encountered a homeless camp where they arrested a man with an outstanding warrant for theft. Several cases remain under investigation, including a late-night burglary report and welfare check.
🏭 Ohio paper mill closure leaves 700 workers in limbo. The Pixelle Specialty Solutions mill in Chillicothe will shut down August 10, despite earlier promises to remain open until Christmas. Governor Mike DeWine expressed pessimism about finding a buyer, saying he doesn't have "anything good" to share despite aggressive efforts through JobsOhio to attract potential purchasers. Senator Bernie Moreno, who previously negotiated a delay in the closure, called the early shutdown a "total disgrace" but remains confident the site will eventually find a buyer. Meanwhile, weekly strategy meetings between federal and state offices have been canceled as the closure date approaches.
🏭 Hundreds of workers get lifeline as paper mill closure looms. Nearly 780 employees at Pixelle Specialty Solutions in Chillicothe will be displaced when the plant closes on August 10. The Community Action Committee of Pike County is responding by connecting affected workers with the RETAIN program, which helps people stay employed after injury, illness, or stress. Funded by the Department of Labor, RETAIN offers personalized case management, workplace coordination, and behavioral health support until September 2025. Workers experiencing job displacement or stress are encouraged to contact the Community Empowerment Program at (740) 370-0890 for assistance.
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Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.
-Joshua 1:9
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