Good morning, Ross County. Mark your calendars and brace for detours—the Chillicothe bypass is about to undergo a significant transformation starting September 5th. The 45-day closure of northbound ramps at East Main Street kicks off another phase in the massive $14.4 million rehabilitation project that won't fully wrap until 2026. While the detours might add a few minutes to your commute, the long-term improvements promise to be worth the temporary inconvenience.
Meanwhile, Ross County property owners can now peek into the future with tentative 2026 property values available for review on the County Auditor's website. Those yellow-highlighted figures reflect the latest market data as part of Ohio's required reappraisal process. And in breaking news, emergency crews battled a massive structure fire on Hallsville Pike Tuesday evening, with multiple departments responding to the fully involved blaze. Officials are urging residents to avoid the area as firefighters continue their efforts.
🌤 Sky Skoop | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
0%☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🏠 Ross County's 2026 property values now available for public review. County Auditor Jeff Lehner announced the tentative values as part of the 2025 reappraisal process required by Ohio law. The new assessments reflect recent market data and aim to ensure fair valuations for both residential and commercial properties. Property owners can view their tentative values on the Auditor's website under the "Valuation" section, with 2026 figures highlighted in yellow. The Auditor's office will host informal review sessions beginning September 22, with appointments available by phone or in person for residents with questions or concerns.
🔥 Massive fire engulfs building in Ross County, Ohio. Multiple fire departments rushed to 4541 Hallsville Pike Tuesday evening to battle the fully involved structure fire. Emergency crews are working to control the blaze as authorities urge residents to avoid the area. No injuries have been confirmed at this time as firefighters continue their efforts. The situation remains developing with further updates expected as more information becomes available.
🚧 Chillicothe bypass ramps closing for 45-day construction phase. Beginning September 5th, the northbound exit and entrance ramps at East Main Street will close as part of the ongoing U.S. 23/35 rehabilitation project in Ross County. Detours will add approximately five minutes to northbound travel times, with drivers needing to use alternate routes via Eastern Avenue. Once northbound work is completed, similar closures will affect southbound ramps, adding less than 10 minutes to travel times. The $14.4 million project, awarded to Shelly and Sands, is scheduled for completion in 2026.
🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.
-Matthew 11:28-29
|
|