April 22, 2019

Woman arrested on charge of violating civil protection order

Vinton County Sheriff Shawn Justice reports the arrest of a Scioto County woman for making an illegal contact at a Wilkesville area residence last weekend.
Eight seek Wild Turkey Festival crown

A large crowd attended the Queen’s Scholarship Pageant for the 35th Annual Vinton County Wild Turkey Festival, which was held Saturday evening, April 20, at Vinton County High School. 2001 Wild Turkey Festival Queen Dr. Cassie Rice-Spencer once again served as the host and emcee.
McArthur officials taking look at income-tax issue

The McArthur Village Council will be gathering information to decide whether to place a one-percent income tax on the ballot in a future election.
Retired McArthur PD K9 Eva dies

With great sadness, the McArthur Police Department has announced the death of its retired canine partner, Eva.
McArthur seeks several fixes

The McArthur Village Council took action to fix two water-runoff-related problems by approving two separate contracts at its meeting Wednesday night, April 17.
UPDATED: Former VCHS secretary named in auditor's $5,344 finding for recovery

In an audit released on Thursday, April 11, Auditor of State Keith Faber issued a finding for recovery for $5,344 against Gayle Huff, the former high school secretary for Vinton County School District.
Arrest made for alleged domestic violence of disrupting public services

A McArthur man was arrested and charged after an incident in McArthur late Tuesday night, April 16.
Creativity, talent flow at Spring Arts Festival

Many creative people were in the spotlight and a good crowd was on hand to appreciate them when the Herbert Wescoat Memorial Library in McArthur conducted the 2019 Spring Arts Festival on Saturday, April 13.
BULLETIN: Some Vinton County highways affected by high water

According to the Ohio Department of Transportation District 10, the following routes in Vinton County are restricted due to high water:
Nominations now open for VCHS Hall of Fame

Who will be in the 2019 Vinton County High School (VCHS) Athletic Hall of Fame Class? The public can have an input in this important decision as the VCHS Athletic Hall of Fame Committee is accepting nominations for inductees for the 2019 Induction Class. Nominations are due by May 1. The induction ceremony will take place during an early-season football game and the names of the inductees will be announced in advance.