Greater Chillicothe & Ross County Development

08/14/2026

If you wondered what TOURISM contributes to our local economy...

08/10/2026

Ohio University has chosen a strong leader. Congratulations, Michael Lafreniere.

Dr. Lewatis McNeal, vice provost for Regional Higher Education, has announced the appointment of Michael Lafreniere as dean of campus and community engagement at Ohio University Chillicothe.

04/13/2026

The countdown is officially on, and the buzz is already building for our 4th Annual Plant Sale. Our vendors have been nurturing trays of color, texture, and life all winter long, and soon you will see the first signs of Chillicothe spring.

🌼 What’s fueling the excitement
- Locally grown plants that are hardy, healthy, and ready to thrive in Ross County soil
- Vendors gearing up with herbs, early veggies, hanging baskets, and porch‑perfect blooms
- That first whiff of potting soil

🗓 3 dates in May to extend your shopping opportunities!

📍Located in the Big and Little Lions shelters in Yoctangee Park in downtown Chillicothe

Limited vendor registration still available - contact Grahams Greens, LLC for registration and vendor fee payments.

03/27/2026

Big congratulations to our Director, Tammy Eallonardo on earning a new professional certification! 🎉👏 Join us in congratulating her on this well-deserved accomplishment!

Learn more about what it means for our team and community:

Ross County, Ohio – March 23, 2026 Tammy Eallonardo, Director of Greater Chillicothe & Ross County Development has received certification as an Economic Development Finance Professional (EDFP) from Grow America (formerly the National Development Council). EDFP Certification is a professional cr...