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The McClain Lady Tigers made history Tuesday night (Sept. 30) on their home field when they defeated Frontier Athletic C...
10/02/2025

The McClain Lady Tigers made history Tuesday night (Sept. 30) on their home field when they defeated Frontier Athletic Conference foe Miami Trace, 4-1 and capturing McClain’s first-ever girls soccer championship.

GREENFIELD — The McClain Lady Tigers made history Tuesday night(Sept.

Wednesday, Oct. 1, the Lynchburg-Clay Mustangs made school history by becoming the first boys golf team to become state ...
10/02/2025

Wednesday, Oct. 1, the Lynchburg-Clay Mustangs made school history by becoming the first boys golf team to become state qualifiers for their school, as they placed second overall in the 2025 Southeast District Golf Tournament held at the Crown Hill Golf Club.

Wednesday, Oct.

Local roots, big league dreams: One alum's journey from UC Clermont to the Yankees
10/01/2025

Local roots, big league dreams: One alum's journey from UC Clermont to the Yankees

When Kevin Hollabaugh graduated from Glen Este High School in 2004, he didn’t have a clear path forward. His test scores weren’t stellar, and engineering — his initial plan — didn’t quite fit, especially since math wasn’t his strength.

Hillsboro FFA holds summer meeting
10/01/2025

Hillsboro FFA holds summer meeting

On July 22, the Hillsboro FFA chapter held the annual summer meeting at the Gaines farm. This was the first meeting held by the 2025-26 officer team with six newly elected officers.

Via Ohio Capital Journal – Trump executive order on voting machines puts many Ohio counties in limbo
10/01/2025

Via Ohio Capital Journal –

Trump executive order on voting machines puts many Ohio counties in limbo

Buried in a March executive order from President Donald Trump is a provision that could cast doubt on voting machines in Ohio and around the country. The order directs federal officials to amend a set of security benchmarks for voting machines.

Ohio parents encouraged to speak with college students about responsible alcohol, cannabis use
10/01/2025

Ohio parents encouraged to speak with college students about responsible alcohol, cannabis use

With the beginning of the 2025-26 academic year, the Ohio Department of Commerce Divisions of Liquor Control and Cannabis Control are partnering with the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) to remind parents of the positive impact they can have on their college-bound s...

Via Ohio Capital Journal – ‘Very alarming:’ Ohio housing advocates decry Trump’s executive order on homelessness
10/01/2025

Via Ohio Capital Journal –

‘Very alarming:’ Ohio housing advocates decry Trump’s executive order on homelessness

Ohio housing advocates spoke out against President Donald Trump’s recent executive order that would force those experiencing homelessness off the streets by committing them to mental health institutions or drug treatment centers without their consent.

Ohio Agricultural Council announces 2025-26 scholarship recipients
09/30/2025

Ohio Agricultural Council announces 2025-26 scholarship recipients

Each year, the Ohio Agricultural Council offers up to three (3) $1,500 scholarships annually to Ohio high school seniors who plan to pursue a degree in agriculture and up to three (3) $1,500 scholarships to undergraduate college students from Ohio who are currently pursuing a degree in agriculture.

Lynchburg-Clay defends home court over rival Fairfield in 5-set classic
09/30/2025

Lynchburg-Clay defends home court over rival Fairfield in 5-set classic

DODSONVILLE — The Lynchburg-Clay Lady Mustangs and the Fairfield Lady Lions showed Thursday evening exactly what a ri

Ohio Beef Council and Anna Gest honored with Champion for Family and Consumer Sciences Education Award
09/30/2025

Ohio Beef Council and Anna Gest honored with Champion for Family and Consumer Sciences Education Award

The Ohio Association of Teachers of Family and Consumer Sciences (OATFACS) has recognized Anna Gest, MS, RDN, LD, and the Ohio Beef Council with the Champion for Family and Consumer Sciences Education Award.

Jarron Cumberland signs with LA Lakers
09/30/2025

Jarron Cumberland signs with LA Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have signed former Wilmington High School and University of Cincinnati standout guard Jarron Cumberland.

Premier Showmen 4-H Club hosts Beef Showmanship Clinic
09/30/2025

Premier Showmen 4-H Club hosts Beef Showmanship Clinic

The Premier Showmen 4-H Club held a hands-on Beef Showmanship Clinic for members on Sunday, Aug. 10 at the Highland County Fairgrounds.

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