Good morning, Ross County. A unique partnership between hearing health and hunger relief is taking shape in Chillicothe this month. Beltone's "Hear2End Hunger" campaign is collecting food donations for Good Samaritan Food Pantry while simultaneously offering free hearing screenings—a creative approach that addresses two community needs at once. Drop off your non-perishable items before September 30 to support neighbors facing food insecurity while potentially improving your own health.
Meanwhile, local renters are feeling the squeeze as Chillicothe apartment prices jumped 6% since last year, with typical units now listing at $950—though that's still significantly below state and national averages. And for those who appreciate a good ghost story, mark your calendars for September 20 when downtown Chillicothe transforms into a self-guided supernatural tour featuring the Odd Fellows Lodge, Majestic Theatre, and other historically haunted locations. The $10 tickets support the upcoming Halloween Festival in Yoctangee Park.
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👂 Chillicothe food drive fights hunger while promoting hearing health. Beltone's "Hear2End Hunger" campaign collects non-perishable donations for Good Samaritan Food Pantry while offering free hearing screenings or discounts on hearing aids. The initiative highlights the connection between nutrition and hearing health, as certain nutrients like Omega-3 fatty acids and magnesium support auditory function. With food insecurity affecting 13.5% of U.S. households in 2023, the partnership addresses two critical community needs simultaneously. Donations can be made at Chillicothe Beltone until September 30.
🏢 Chillicothe rent prices jump 6% since last year. The typical apartment now lists for $950, up from August 2022's median of $895 and a significant 9% increase from July's $874. Despite the rise, Chillicothe remains affordable compared to both state and national averages, with prices 27% below Ohio's median and 51% below the national median. The data, compiled by rental marketplace Zumper, covers all bedroom sizes from studios to four-bedroom units in active listings. Ohio's statewide rental prices held steady at $1,295 since July.
👻 Chillicothe's historic ghost walk returns to haunt downtown this September. The self-guided tour, scheduled for September 20, invites visitors to explore mysterious locations while volunteer storytellers share historical facts and paranormal tales. Featured sites include the Odd Fellows Lodge, Ross Chillicothe Chamber of Commerce, Franklin House, and Majestic Theatre. Tickets cost $10 per person (free for children under eight), with all proceeds benefiting the Chillicothe Halloween Festival taking place October 10-12 in Yoctangee Park. The popular event, revived in 2017 after a brief hiatus, serves as both a fundraiser and a celebration of local history and folklore.
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Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.
-Proverbs 3:5-6
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