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Commissioners declare May to be CAO Month in Scioto CountyThe Scioto County commissioners have declared May to be Community Action Organization Month in the county and passed a resolution to that effect at their Thursday meeting. The commissioners, of which both Cathy Coleman and Scottie Powell were in attendance, noted the organization’s 59 yeras of “innovation and impact”5 hours ago
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Portsmouth Times
Kiwanis brings more accessibility at Tracy Park playgroundPortsmouth Kiwanians have been working to make the Tracy Park playground more welcoming to children of all abilities and, last week, cut the ribbon on their latest project. There are hundreds of children in Scioto County with disabilities, some of which might make it unsafe for them to play on a typical playground. But the playground at the heart of Portsmouth’s Tracy Park is now home to accessible swings and play area that will offer more fun for more kids to have together.Portsmouth, OH3 days ago
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Portsmouth Times
Scioto County Sheriff ReportsINVESTIGATED—Caller says he can hear someone walking in the woods behind his house on Ohio 348. Called back to disregard, as it was a bear. 3:58 a.m., Monday, May 13. ANIMAL COMPLAINT—Caller reports multiple dogs inside and outside a residence on French Grant Road that appear malnourished. 11:40 a.m., Monday, May 13.3 days ago
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Portsmouth Times
Scioto Brush Creek Sweep postponedOTWWAY—After a week of frequent downpours, the Friends of Scioto Brush Creek are postponing the annual Scioto Brush Creek Sweep that was planned for Saturday, May 18. Those who registered should have received a cancellation notice stating that the new date for the event will be June 1. “Due...4 days ago
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Portsmouth Times
May is Older Americans MonthMay is a pretty special time of the year at our Agency – it’s Older Americans Month! It’s a time to celebrate the wonderful contributions given by so many older adults in our communities and express our gratitude for their years of positive influence and dedication to their families, friends and neighbors.4 days ago
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Portsmouth Times
Scioto County Memorial Day parade to be May 27PORTSMOUTH- Memorial Day is just around the corner and, along with it, area festivities and parades. One such parade is the Scioto County Memorial Day Parade in Portsmouth. “It brings people together, I think, to honor the veterans who did fight for our freedom,” said Donna Lewis. Lewis is...Portsmouth, OH6 days ago
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Portsmouth Times
Books Build Bridges celebrates successPORTSMOUTH— Towards the end of last month, the Books Build Bridges program hosted Richard Cowdrey, the New York Times bestselling illustrator of the popular Fiona the Hippo children’s book series, as he engaged with over 800 local third grade students as well as Shawnee State University (SSU) art students and the community as a whole.Portsmouth, OH6 days ago
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Portsmouth Times
CAO Community Baby Shower set for May 30PORTSMOUTH— Community Action Organization of Scioto County (CAO) will be hosting its second Community Baby Shower of the year on May 30, where they will be welcoming locals to pathways to a healthy pregnancy. “Mothers, families, and caregivers will learn about the many programs in our county that can...6 days ago
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Portsmouth Times
Scioto County Sheriff ReportsROAD BLOCKED—Report from Hygean Run-Ninth Street of a tree and powelines down over the roadway. 2:01 a.m., Wednesday, May 8. ROAD BLOCKED—Report from Ohio 335 and Dixon Mill Road of a tree blocking traffic. Ohio State Patrol advised they would have ODOT take care of the tree. 4:08 a.m., Wednesday, May 8.7 days ago
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Pike County News WatchmanActivist groups applaud Brown’s commitment to radiation exposure compensation for Ohio residentsCHILLICOTHE — The Portsmouth/Piketon Residents for Environmental Safety and Security (PRESS) and Don’t Dump On Us, two prominent activist groups in southern Ohio, are expressing their gratitude to U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) for his steadfast support and commitment to securing compensation for residents of Pike and Scioto Counties who have suffered from exposure to dangerous radiation from the Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion plant in Piketon. Senator Brown recently announced the inclusion of several zip codes within Pike and Scioto counties to the Radiation Exposure Compensation...
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Open Trots headline Friday at SciotoColumbus, OH — A pair of Open Trots highlighted the Friday (May 10) evening card at Eldorado Scioto Downs, and, for the second night in a row, there was significant growth in handle over 2023 with a 48-percent increase over last year’s first Friday card. Forceful Power took...10 days ago
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Chillicothe GazetteAmendment would aid to those affected by nuclear radiation in Pike and Scioto countiesWASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) announced he is backing an amendment which will be filed to the Federal Aviation Act that will allow residents from several zip codes across Pike and Scioto County who became ill as a result of exposure to nuclear radiation to seek compensation. Brown worked with U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO), the sponsor of the amendment, to ensure that affected residents in Pike and Scioto counties are included in...
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Portsmouth Times
Court tests Youth Violence Summit to successPORTSMOUTH- Recently, local professionals in law enforcement and the court system came together to host the first ever Scioto County Juvenile Court sponsored Youth Violence Summit at Shawnee State University’s Clark Memorial Library. The event was held between 9 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. The summit was created to provide...11 days ago
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Cleveland.comOhio House passes bill allowing renewable energy credits for coal-burning co*ke plantCOLUMBUS, Ohio – The state House passed legislation Wednesday to allow a coal-burning facility in southern Ohio to claim a renewable energy credit – a commodity that utility companies pay for in cash to comply with Ohio’s green energy requirements. Sunco*ke Energy operates 200 garage-sized ovens in...
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sciotovalleyguardian.com
Ohioans affected by Piketon Atomic Plant may soon get compensation as Senators push for RECA amendmentCOLUMBUS, Ohio — U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) has announced his support for an amendment to the Federal Aviation Act that would allow residents from several zip codes across Pike and Scioto County, who became ill due to exposure to nuclear radiation, to seek compensation through the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act.Piketon, OH13 days ago
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Severe weather alert: Tornado Watch issued for the Scioto ValleyNORMAN, Oklahoma — The Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Oklahoma has issued a Tornado Watch until 1 AM on Wednesday, May 8 for the entire Scioto Valley. According to meteorologists, conditions are ripe for the development of tornadoes. A few of which, the National Weather Service says, could be on the strong side. That means EF3 or higher.13 days ago
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