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Hillsboro mayor vetoes pay ordinance; Adkins begins SSD training at city council meeting
07/26/2025

Hillsboro mayor vetoes pay ordinance; Adkins begins SSD training at city council meeting

In a rare occurrence, Hillsboro Mayor Justin Harsha has vetoed a revision to the city’s pay ordinance passed by Hillsboro City Council in June, as discussed at council’s Thursday, July 17 meeting.

Greenfield's Carol Grate wins second in National Senior Olympics
07/26/2025

Greenfield's Carol Grate wins second in National Senior Olympics

From a field of 44 runners in the 70-74 age category, Carol Grate, 74, won second place in the 5K race at the National Senior Olympics on July 24.

Revolutionary War Soldiers Series: Remembering Captain Benjamin Arthur
07/26/2025

Revolutionary War Soldiers Series: Remembering Captain Benjamin Arthur

Benjamin Arthur was born April 27, 1737 in Virginia. He was married to Ann (unknown surname), who died in 1777. During the American Revolutionary War, he served as captain of a company of Bedford County militia.

Governor DeWine announces record funding awarded during latest round of TechCred
07/26/2025

Governor DeWine announces record funding awarded during latest round of TechCred

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jim Tressel, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik this week announced a new milestone in Ohio’s TechCred program.

Friends of 4-H: Highland District Hospital
07/25/2025

Friends of 4-H: Highland District Hospital

On behalf of every Highland County 4‑H member, we extend our deepest gratitude to Highland District Hospital, for believing in our youth, investing in their passions, and building infrastructures that will benefit generations of farmers and leaders and present them with the Friends of 4-H Award.

Wilmington College receives record $23M gift from late legendary coach Jerry Scheve
07/25/2025

Wilmington College receives record $23M gift from late legendary coach Jerry Scheve

In a moment that will shape Wilmington College for generations, the institution announces the largest gift in its history. College officials described Jerry Scheve’s record $23 million gift as “transformational” in positioning the institution for continued success in serving its students.

DNI Gabbard, in partnership with DOJ, FBI, CIA and NARA, release Martin Luther King Jr. assassination files
07/25/2025

DNI Gabbard, in partnership with DOJ, FBI, CIA and NARA, release Martin Luther King Jr. assassination files

On July 21, Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard released over 230,000 pages of documents related to the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK), in accordance with President Donald J. Trump’s Executive Order 14176.

Greenfield man sentenced to nearly a decade in prison
07/25/2025

Greenfield man sentenced to nearly a decade in prison

A Greenfield man facing charges in four separate Highland County Common Pleas Court cases this year was sentenced Thursday to at least nine and a half years in prison.

Via Ohio Capital Journal – Mobile food routes provide meals and snacks to hundreds of Ohio children during summer months
07/25/2025

Via Ohio Capital Journal –

Mobile food routes provide meals and snacks to hundreds of Ohio children during summer months

Jodi Hess drove her Head Start van through the Upper Valley Medical Center parking lot in Troy on Tuesday and received 18 food boxes to give to the three families she works with.

Friends of 4-H: Highland County Pork Council
07/25/2025

Friends of 4-H: Highland County Pork Council

On behalf of all our 4‑H members we thank the Highland County Pork Council, for their unwavering support and investment in the next generation of agricultural leaders and are honored to present them with the Friends of 4-H Award.

Hillsboro Christian Academy announces school meal policy for 2025-26
07/25/2025

Hillsboro Christian Academy announces school meal policy for 2025-26

Hillsboro Christian Academy Monday announced its 2025-26 free and reduced price meal program year policy for students unable to pay the full price of meals or milk served under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast, After School Care Snack or Special Milk Programs. The school office has a c...

State investing $225 million through All Ohio Future Fund
07/25/2025

State investing $225 million through All Ohio Future Fund

The Ohio Department of Development has announced the release of more than $225 million through a transformational program designed to attract economic development projects, and nearly $4 million through three programs that will enhance communities and support business growth.

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