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Flames erupted from a second-story balcony at the Columbia Court apartment complex, prompting quick action from Franklin ...
Election day in Ohio is just two weeks away. Voters in Hamilton Township will decide on a 3.57 mill levy, which is a renewal.    Tuesday night, the city of Obetz held an ...
This letter is to inform you that the Morgan County Sheriff’s office and Franklin CUSD #1 Administration have thoroughly ...
The Franklin County Commissioners are set to discuss a controversial resolution that could immediately transfer control of the county j ...
Commissioners should slow down, talk to the sheriff and explain clearly to the public why they think this is the best move ...
The weekly report from the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office for the week of April 12th-18th, 2025. All persons charged are ...
The Franklin County Board of County Commissioners is expected to announce the transfer of control of the Franklin County ...
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Arrest made after threat forces Franklin school closing
A 14-year-old boy was arrested Tuesday in connection with a threat that closed Franklin schools for the day. School and Morgan County Sheriff's Department officials were notified late Monday of a text ...
Benton County took control of their jail in 2019 during a prolonged fight with Sheriff Jerry Hatcher, who would eventually be ...
A Franklin County deputy was arrested Wednesday after he allegedly ran a red light and fled an officer at speeds over 100 mph ...
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Franklin school closed for day as threat is investigated
Classes were canceled Tuesday for Franklin school district as school and law enforcement officials investigate a threat made overnight. Superintendent Jeff Waggener said school officials received a ...
The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office says Deputy Bradley Lecher has made history by successfully earning certification in ...