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Drilling into the wrong spot can cause injuries, hidden damage, and costly repairs. Learn what happens and how to avoid common drilling mistakes.

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A frightening scene unfolded inside a local gas station bathroom, ending with a man sedated and rushed to the hospital. Officers and EMS were called to the Marathon on Gallia after a report of a man overdosing in the restroom. The caller said he was out of control—tearing things up...

What started as a shooting in Wayne Hills has now turned into a major case with a long list of serious charges. A Scioto County grand jury has indicted three people in connection with the incident—one of them a juvenile. Brennen Russell, 17, of West Portsmouth, is facing: Attempted Aggravated...

Drywall mud looking smooth, then suddenly showing bubbles? Get a clear read on what those spots mean and why they keep showing up on the wall.

After more two years of legal filings, hearings, and back-and-forth, the final bill is in—and Portsmouth taxpayers are footing a $45,000 tab for a lawsuit that ultimately went nowhere. The case, filed in February 2024 by former mayor and First Ward Councilman Sean Dunne, targeted fellow council members Charlotte Gordon,...

Two Shawnee State University students are turning classroom learning into a real-world solution aimed at improving accessibility for people who are visually impaired. According to a university press release, computer engineering technology students Parker Lauders and Kade Dancy have developed a prototype electronic braille display as part of their senior...

A routine trash pickup turned into a painful surprise — but figuring out which dog was responsible isn’t so simple. By the time deputies followed up, the story didn’t quite match the scene. According to a report from the Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched to South Point after...

Shane A. Tieman, Scioto County Prosecutor announced today that the January term of the Scioto County Grand Jury met on April 10, 2026 and returned 16 Public Indictments .    An indictment is not a conviction. All Defendants are presumed to be innocent until proven guilty. The Defendants Indicted are charged...

A fight over money turned violent in a Minford parking lot—and sent one man to jail. Deputies were called to the Kwik Stop after a report that a man had been assaulted. The caller said the attack happened in the parking lot and the people involved had already taken off....

A dispute at a Lucasville convenience store ended with one person being told not to come back. Deputies were called to Kenny’s Convenient Market after a caller claimed an employee had made threats toward her and her husband. When officers arrived, the couple decided not to file a report. Even...

Another homeowner is dealing with strangers showing up at the door — all because someone online is pretending the house is for rent. According to a report from the Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched to a residence after the homeowner reported a scam involving his property being falsely...

A call about a violent outburst quickly turned into a chaotic scene for deputies in McDermott. They were sent to a home after a caller said a woman in the middle of a mental health crisis was attacking him with household items. By the time deputies got there, things were...

The entertainment landscape has shifted dramatically over the past decade, and young adults are driving every major change. From streaming habits to interactive platforms, a new generation is choosing how, when, and where they consume content — on their own terms. If you want to understand where culture is headed...

Getting more people to join a YMCA often depends on small shifts in how programs, pricing, and community experiences are presented and felt.

The Scioto County Jail is currently housing 170 inmates. An arrest is not a conviction. All parties are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Franklin Junior Biggs Arrest Date: 04/20/2026 Charges: Failure to Appear; Issuance of Warrant Thomas J Butts Arrest Date: 04/19/2026 Charges: Failure to Appear; Issuance of Warrant Thomas...

A late-night scare had deputies combing the area around a South Webster store after a caller reported hearing someone cry out for help. Around 1 a.m., a 911 caller said they heard someone scream for help twice near the Dollar General. Moments later, they spotted a person with a flashlight...

A crash in the middle of the night took a turn the driver probably didn’t see coming. Around 1 a.m., officers were called to the 5300 block of Gallia for a report of a truck flipped on its side near an exit ramp. When they got there, they found the...

She didn’t deny it. She didn’t explain it away. She just said it. According to a report from the Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched to Walmart in South Point for a larceny complaint. When deputies entered the loss prevention office, a woman immediately told them, “I meant to...