Good morning, Ross County. One hundred and twenty years of history stands proudly in downtown Chillicothe, where Globe Furniture celebrates more than a century as the last remaining department store in the heart of our community. As Seth Brown leads the fifth generation of family ownership through this remarkable milestone, the store's 60,000 square feet of showroom space has transformed into a living museum with "Time Capsule" displays chronicling American furniture evolution—a testament to entrepreneurial resilience in our changing downtown landscape.
The local housing market is showing subtle shifts as September's median listing price dipped slightly to $271,175, though Ross County homes continue moving faster than the national average at 47 days on market. Meanwhile, Chillicothe police tackled a whirlwind day on October 21, responding to multiple theft reports and suspicious activities across the city—from Dollar General to Homeland Credit Union—ultimately managing 15 cases before the day was through.
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🪑 Historic furniture store marks 120 years in downtown Chillicothe. Globe Furniture, the last remaining department store in downtown Chillicothe, is celebrating its 120th anniversary with special historical displays and vintage furniture exhibits. The celebration kicked off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by the Chillicothe Ross Chamber of Commerce, featuring proclamations from local officials. Seth Brown, representing the fifth generation of family ownership, shared insights about the store's rich history, which now spans 60,000 square feet across three floors. Staff member Heather Drummond provides guided tours of the "Time Capsule" displays that showcase the store's remarkable journey through American furniture history.
🏠 Ross County home prices dip slightly in September. The median listing price fell 1.4% from August to $271,175, though this represents a small increase from September 2024. Homes in the county are selling relatively quickly, with a median of 47 days on market compared to the national average of 62 days. The typical Ross County listing was 1,782 square feet at $153 per square foot, with approximately 58 new homes entering the market during the month. This local trend mirrors broader patterns across Ohio, where median home prices decreased to $286,500.
🚓 Chillicothe police tackle crime wave across the city in one day. Officers responded to multiple theft reports at local businesses including Dollar General and Family Dollar on October 21. The day began with traffic violations and quickly escalated to trespassing incidents, warrant calls, and reports of disorderly customers. Police also handled a suspicious person at Homeland Credit Union and various non-criminal matters including juvenile reports and property claims. In total, 15 cases were managed throughout the day with several investigations remaining active.
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