Good morning, Scioto County. Excellence is being recognized in our backyard as TPC Wellness achieves a prestigious three-year CARF accreditation, establishing it as one of Ohio's most internationally recognized healthcare agencies. The Ironton-based provider earned this distinction across eight programs serving both adults and children—a timely achievement celebrated with a ribbon cutting that coincided perfectly with World Mental Health Day.
From healthcare celebrations to community connections, Portsmouth is buzzing with activity this weekend. Local authors will showcase their literary talents at the Portsmouth Public Library on Saturday, while Sunday brings the Midway Madness Sports Card Show to the fairgrounds. Looking ahead, the week offers everything from ghost painting at Wheelersburg Library to free planetarium shows at Shawnee State—proving once again that our small corner of Ohio delivers big opportunities for engagement.
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🏥 TPC Wellness earns prestigious three-year CARF accreditation for excellence. The Ironton-based healthcare provider received the international recognition for eight programs, including residential treatment and outpatient services for both adults and children dealing with substance use disorders and mental health issues. During rigorous on-site evaluations, CARF surveyors praised the organization's client-centered approach and strong staff collaboration. TPC Wellness recently celebrated with a ribbon cutting at their Ironton location, coinciding with World Mental Health Day. The accreditation, effective through 2028, establishes the company as one of Ohio's most accredited healthcare agencies.
⚰️ Family indicted after dumping overdose victim's body in backyard. Three family members in Portsmouth, Ohio face criminal charges for moving a woman's body after she fatally overdosed in their basement. Joseph Collins and his brother Adam allegedly carried the body of Tiffany Shy, Joseph's girlfriend, to their backyard at their mother Patricia's instruction. Patricia then called 911, claiming to have discovered the body while taking out garbage. Police initially ruled Shy's death an accidental overdose, but a witness later came forward, leading to all three Collins family members being indicted for gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence, and obstructing official business.
📅 Portsmouth buzzes with community events this October weekend. Local authors will showcase their work at the Portsmouth Public Library on Saturday, while Sunday brings the Midway Madness Sports/Trading Card Show to Scioto County Fairgrounds. The coming week offers diverse activities including a Parkinson's Support Group meeting, ghost painting crafts at Wheelersburg Library, and free planetarium shows at Shawnee State University. Community organizations like the County Commissioners, Scioto County Developmental Disabilities board, and the Daughters of the American Revolution also have scheduled meetings open to the public.
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Grand estate river valley views: This French country estate priced at $419,000 offers panoramic river valley views on 9.2 acres, featuring four bedrooms, hardwood floors, a chef's kitchen with quartz countertops, plus a heated metal building for additional workspace.
Country home with pole barn: This 2002-built country home is listed at $199,000, offering 3 bedrooms, 2 baths on a generous 1.19-acre lot, complete with a pole barn with lean-to, though the sheds aren't included in the sale.
Renovated Bi-level Pool Access: This recently renovated 3-bedroom Bi-level, listed at $239,900, boasts a charming living room with fireplace, modern kitchen with granite countertops, and spacious yard—plus Tanglewood HOA amenities including pool access for $326 annually.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
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The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
-Psalm 27:1
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