February 18, 2019

BULLETIN: Arbaugh Road section closed by rock slide in Vinton County

The Vinton County Sheriff’s Office would like to advise motorists that a section of County Road 43B, known as Arbaugh Road, is closed due to a rock slide. The closure will be between County Road 38A and the eastern intersection with State Route 32. The closure is expected to remain in effect until Wednesday.
Man charged after incidents along SR 93 in Vinton County

A young Central Ohio man faces charges in Vinton County as a result of his alleged conduct along State Route 93 and for his alleged subsequent resistance to Vinton County Sheriff’s Office deputies.
Vinton County Lady Vikings are Sectional Champs!
BULLETIN; Section of SR 356 in Vinton County restricted by flooding

As of 3:30 P.M. on February 15, State Route 356 is restricted between US 50 and the Athens County line due to high water.
This means water is partially covering the road and motorists should use caution.
Construction progressing on new ODOT Garage
Bowling newest sport for Vikings’ athletics

The Vinton County High School Viking and Lady Viking bowling teams are providing a new opportunity for many students to participate in organized athletics. Head Coach Amy Ward shared this view with The Telegram about the school’s first-ever bowling season. She adds the bowlers also get the feel of team sports and the atmosphere of competitive games.
VCNB breaks ground for new branch in Ashville

Vinton County National Bank (VCNB) executives, board members, bank employees, local dignitaries and their guests braved the elements Monday, Feb. 11 to take part in an official groundbreaking event at the site of the new Pickaway County Banking Center in Ashville.
UPDATE: High Water impacting state highways in Vinton County

According to the Ohio Department of Transportation District 10, the following routes in Vinton County are impacted by high water, as of 8:45 A.M. on Wednesday:
VIKING VIBES 2-13

The long winter of 2018-2019 forges on as snow and ice have hit the area. This comes on top of flooding taking place during the past several days. There is much going on in the county even if Old Man Winter insists on hanging around...
Vinton County Middle School announces honor students

Vinton County Middle School has announced honor students for the second nine-week grading period of the 2018-19 school year.