By Marty Schladen Ohio Capital Journal   Both candidates for Ohio attorney general are calling for more transparency from a controversial economic-development agency. The comments come after one of them filed an ethics complaint against the lobbyist who also chairs the board of the agency, JobsOhio…

By Austin Bohrer Premier Showmen  4-H Club Members of the Premier Showmen 4-H Club recently visited the Highland County Sheriff's Office as part of their community service project aimed at recognizing local leaders and public servants for their dedication to the community. As part of the club's "…

By Elizabeth Burkard Director of Marketing Southern State Community College Southern State Community College has received the maximum 10-year reaffirmation of accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), confirming the institution's commitment to academic quality, continuous…

The Ohio High School Athletic Association released their new boys basketball divisions list on Tuesday (June 30) for the upcoming 2026-27 winter sports season, and for two Highland County teams, they have moved down one division each.  The Hillsboro Indians boys basketball team will now be playing…

Altrusa of Highland County greatly appreciates Weastec for their generous donation in support of the club’s literacy improvement projects in the county.  Weastec has a corporate giving program focusing on six areas, one being education.  Their donation along with other wonderful supporters in the…

Court News Ohiohttps://www.courtnewsohio.gov/happening/2026/WhereJusticeSettled_061826… Created as part of America 250, the Supreme Court of Ohio’s documentary “Where Justice Settled: The Story of Ohio’s 88 County Courthouses” explores how these buildings became lasting symbols of law and order,…

By Jamie Wheeler  Executive Director Visitors Bureau of Highland County The Rocky Fork Lake Business Advisory Committee is proud to announce the eighth annual Rocky Fork Lake 4th of July Parade, celebrating patriotism, freedom and community. This year’s theme is: "Let Freedom Ring at Rocky Fork…

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for June 29-July 2 for Highland and surrounding counties. Heat index values up to 105 are expected in Adams, Highland and Brown counties in Ohio and in Bracken, Mason and Robertson counties in Kentucky. Hot temperatures and high humidity may…