Where’s My Teacher? Portsmouth City Schools Layoffs
We have covered the issues with the Portsmouth City School District many times in 2024. The School Board, including the ...
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Letter to the Editor: 6 Ways CPS Fails Foster Kids
This letter is to help explain the concerns of Scioto County, Ohio’s Child Protective Services / Job and Family Services....
6 Types of Lighting Every Warehouse Needs
Working in a warehouse can be dangerous without precautions. Lighting is a valuable component for safety. Learn the types of...
Teen Assaulted with Rock Near BP
Medics at Southern Ohio Medical Center called Portsmouth Police to report that 19-year-old man said he was assaulted with a...
Coroner Investigates Grant Street Death
The Scioto County Coroner was called in to investigate after a tragic discovery on Grant Street. At 12:30 pm, EMS...
Drive-By Shooter Hits Campbell Avenue
Around 9 pm, Campbell Avenue residents reported that someone was driving a dark vehicle down the street, shooting a gun. ...
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Ohio: The Birthplace of Presidents (and Vice Presidents!)
January 20, 2025, marked a historic moment for Ohio as J.D. Vance, the newly inaugurated Vice President of the United States, took the oath of office. The Appalachian author and former Senator from Ohio joined a long line of influential...
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The Benefits of Upgrading Your Sports Car’s Exhaust System
Upgrading your sports car’s exhaust system enhances power, improves fuel efficiency, adds style, and transforms its sound—all with minimal investment.
Ohio: The Birthplace of Presidents (and Vice Presidents!)
January 20, 2025, marked a historic moment for Ohio as J.D. Vance, the newly inaugurated Vice President of the United...
Intoxicated Man Busted at Woodbine Apartments
Just before 1 am, police responded to the Woodbine Apartments after callers said a very intoxicated Oscar Fernandez was attempting...
Rumble at Local Rehab
Police investigated multiple reports of altercations over the weekend. Officers responded to a local rehab facility after one client allegedly...
Mom Says Adults Quizzed 8-year-old About Their Sexuality in App
An angry mom called police to report an adult male was asking an 8-year-old child inappropriate questions online. When officers...
First Responders Rescue 83-year-old from Freezing House
Officers headed to a Kinneys Lane home after an 83-year-old woman called for help, saying she didn’t have heat in...
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First Responders Rescue 83-year-old from Freezing House
Officers headed to a Kinneys Lane home after an 83-year-old woman called for help, saying she didn’t have heat in her house. She asked if she could go to the hospital to get warm or if offices could help...
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Woman Smells Death on Campbell Avenue
Officers responded to a report of a “death smell” at a Campbell Avenue home just after 1:30 pm. A delivery...
Gallia Street Chaos – Road Rage at Taco Bell and Crimes
A narrow stretch of Gallia Street kept Portsmouth Police pretty busy. Witnesses at McDonald’s called 911 just before 11 am...
Dogs Chew Through Door on Shepherd Avenue
The Scioto County Dog Warden contacted the Sheriff’s Office to report two dogs had chewed through a door on Shepherd...
Barefoot at the Dollar General
Just before 7 pm, Dollar General employees reported a shoeless man in the cart stall at the Harding Avenue store....
Local Man Dies in Early Morning Crash
On January 18, 2025, a car accident on State Route 7 in Union Township, Lawrence County, took the life of...
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With the NFL Divisional Round games here, we are bound to have exciting matches that will determine the teams that...
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