Smith, Mault Win Big Despite County Controversies
Two Scioto County commissioners who took office by appointment have now won the backing of voters, securing their seats despite ...
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Deputies Track Down Beer Bandit
A man allegedly walked into a convenience store, picked up two cases of beer and headed straight out without stopping...
Traffic Stop Ends at Gunpoint
A traffic stop turned into a foot chase and a gunpoint detention after a person jumped out of a vehicle...
Is Testosterone Replacement Therapy Right for You? What Columbus Men Should Know
Persistent fatigue, reduced sex drive, and changes in strength can make you wonder if your testosterone levels are low. You...
Typhur Dome 2: Best Self-Cleaning Air Fryer
Let’s be honest for a moment: we all love air-fried food, but no one really loves the cleanup. You just...
14-Year-Old Hospitalized after Fleeing Group Home
Portsmouth police were once again called to deal with a crisis involving a juvenile being placed in a local group...
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Caller Reports Kittens Being Slammed Into Ground
Portsmouth police were called to Robinson Avenue after a disturbing report that young children were slamming kittens into the ground by their tails. Fortunately, that is not what officers found. When police arrived, a woman told them her 2-year-old had...
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Car on Bike Path Ends With Arrest
A red vehicle driving on the bike path toward the Grant Bridge caught the attention of Shawnee State University Police...
Caller Reports Kittens Being Slammed Into Ground
Portsmouth police were called to Robinson Avenue after a disturbing report that young children were slamming kittens into the ground...
Deputies Called After Elementary Student Damages Walls
A student's alleged attempt to damage school property led to a sheriff's investigation after school officials reported finding multiple marks...
Student Caught With Marijuana Vape at School
A student's attempt to hide a marijuana vape at school ended with the device being turned over to a sheriff's...
Another Employee Leaves Dog Shelter
The Scioto County Dog Shelter is looking for another employee after a recently hired kennel technician submitted her resignation. Scioto...
Bryan Davis Arrives at New Prison: A Look Inside
Former Scioto County Commissioner Bryan Davis has been transferred to Belmont Correctional Institution, where he is expected to serve the...
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Five Police Units Corner Felonious Assault Suspect at Oasis
A suspicious vehicle at the Oasis Convenient Mart on 17th Street turned into something much bigger just after midnight when five Portsmouth Police units converged on the scene. Within minutes, one man was in custody. Police later confirmed the arrest...
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Halloween Theft Report Comes With Witchcraft Claim
Portsmouth police were called to 11th Street on Halloween for a theft report that took a very unusual turn. A...
28-Year Sheriff’s Office Veteran Takes Over County Jail
A longtime Scioto County Sheriff’s Office employee is taking over leadership of the county jail. Sheriff David Thoroughman has promoted...
Busted! 11/02/26 New Arrests in Portsmouth, Ohio – Scioto County Mugshots
The Scioto County Jail is currently housing 158 inmates. An arrest is not a conviction. All parties are presumed innocent...
Teen Missing 3 Days Found Inside St. Francis Center
Portsmouth police were called to the St. Francis Center on Stockham Lane after an employee arrived for work and found...
Man Plays Hide & Seek With Deputies
A domestic disturbance in Wheelersburg ended with deputies finding a man hiding from officers and arresting him for violating a...
Expired Tags Lead to Fentanyl Bust
An expired vehicle registration turned into a much bigger problem for a driver after a deputy discovered he was wanted...
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