Pickaway News Journal

05/26/2025

03/09/2025

MT. STERLING, OH – Two men were killed early Saturday morning in a utility terrain vehicle (UTV) crash in Pickaway County. According to Sheriff Matthew O. Hafey, the Pickaway County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call around 4:25 AM reporting a UTV crash in a field in the 14000 block of Yankeet...

02/26/2025

CHILLICOTHE, OHIO – The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred Wednesday morning on US Route 23 near milepost 17 in Green Township, Ross County. At approximately 11:47 AM on February 26, 2025, emergency responders were alerted to the crash by the Jackso

02/24/2025

CIRCLEVILLE, OH – A Pickaway County jury has convicted a Circleville man on multiple s*x crime charges following a two-day trial in the Pickaway County Court of Common Pleas. Mark E. Whaley, 53, of East Mound Street, Circleville, faced four counts of r**e, four counts of compelling prostitution,

01/16/2025

Emergency Crews Respond to Pedestrian-Involved Crash in Circleville

Circleville, OH – January 15, 2025 – Emergency responders are currently heading to the scene of a pedestrian-involved crash at the intersection of South Washington and Mill Street in Circleville. Initial reports indicate that the pedestrian involved in the crash is unresponsive and not breathing...

09/18/2024

Pickaway County Public Auction will Include Dale Earnhardt Inc. Stock Car, and Bang Items for Highest Bidder

Pickaway County - Local Auctioneer Dave Mccain is offering another historic auction in our area this weekend selling a real running stock car to the highest bidder right at our local Pickaway Fairgrounds. Public Auction on Saturday, September 21st at 11:00AM. Located at the Pickaway County

09/14/2024

Logan Elm Triumphs Over Circleville High School with Stellar Performances from Walters and Bock

LOGAN ELM, Ohio — In an exciting matchup Friday night, Logan Elm High School defeated Circleville High School 35-17, thanks to standout performances by players of the game Aaron Walters and Michael Bock. Quarterback Aaron Walters continued his impressive season, surpassing 5,000 career passing ya

09/13/2024

Saturday’s Yard Sale to Help “Purrfect Companions” Help Cats in Ross County and Beyond

Chillicothe and surrounding counties -- "Purrfect Companions" is a non-profit that helps get cats spayed and neutered. They are closing their cat shelter, but plan to expand their effort to offer low-cost vouchers to prevent unwanted breeding. I had a long conversation with Shirley Ratcliff on th

09/13/2024

UPDATE – Fatal Crash in Pickaway County Claims One Life

PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — A tragic two-vehicle collision on State Route 316 claimed the life of a driver on Friday, September 13, 2024, according to the Circleville Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The accident occurred at approximately 10:04 a.m. when a 2018 Hyundai Tucson, driven by Lori J.

06/25/2024

You asked they listened

CIRCLEVILLE, OH (June 25, 2024) – The Pickaway County Community Action Organization (PICCA) is expanding its Flex Bus Schedule in Circleville by adding two new stops. Beginning July 1, the free bus service will include stops at Ollie’s Bargain Outlet in the Watt Plaza Shopping Center at 120 Morr...

05/28/2024

FREE EVENT – Deer Creek Dam Days Festival Celebrates Local Heritage and Fun in Pickaway County

Williamsport, OH - As summer approaches, the Deer Creek Dam Days Festival gears up to honor local heritage and provide family-friendly entertainment from May 29th to June 1st, 2024. Located in Williamsport, Ohio, the festival promises a blend of festivities, concerts, competitive events, and attract

05/26/2024

Update 2 in the fatal crash that occurred last Wednesday outside of Kingston a teen has died in the crash

[Pickaway County, May 22nd, 2024] - Sheriff Matthew O. Hafey reported that on May 22, 2024, at 7:28 P.M., the Pickaway County Communications Center received a distress call regarding a two-vehicle traffic collision near Kingston Adelphi Road and State Route 159, situated in Pickaway Township. Upo