• Headlines 22 May 2012

    OSHP reminds motorists that safety belts save lives

    There is simply no disputing that wearing a safety belt can save your life. That is why the Ohio State Highway Patrol is encouraging all motorists to buckle up. In 2011, nearly 65 percent of the people killed on Ohio's roadways were not wearing a safety belt. During the first three months of 2012, safety belt citations by Ohio troopers are up 19 percent over 2011, and during this time, unbelted traffic fatalities decreased by 16 percent.
  • Headlines 22 May 2012
    OSHP targeting impaired drivers to combat rising fatalities
    In response to the rising traffic crash fatalities in Ohio and the Ohio State Highway Patrol's ongoing effort to contribute to a safer Ohio, troopers are focused on removing impaired drivers more than ever before. The Patrol is warning drivers: If you choose to drive impaired, you will be arrested. Through March of this year, troopers have arrested 503 more drivers for OVI than during the same period in 2011.
  • Headlines 22 May 2012
    Eric Mathews becomes a member of the Financial Services Institute
    Local financial adviser Eric Mathews of LPl Financial, has announced he has become a member of the Financial Services Institute (FSI) in Washington, D.C.
  • Headlines 22 May 2012
    OnStar advisers bridge gap in emergencies
    EMD guidance revolves around ensuring the general safety of the individual(s) involved. It can include advice related to bleeding control, airway management, coaching CPR or even helping deliver a baby. OnStar subscribers Jeff and Kim Haines of Leesburg recently used their emergency connection on the way to the hospital for the birth of their third child.
  • Headlines 21 May 2012
    Hillsboro Police Report
    The following are arrests and citations issued by the Hillsboro Police Department, May 10-19.
  • Headlines 21 May 2012
    St. Mary pupils visit Paint Creek State Park
    The students at St. Mary Catholic School recently enjoyed a field trip to Paint Creek State Park. The students learned about water flow from the dam, enjoyed a nature hike and learned about water safety.
  • Headlines 20 May 2012
    Advice for aspiring book writers from Ohioana!
    The Ohioana Library, a unique library in Columbus devoted exclusively to the creative output of Ohio writers and songwriters, has a delightful festival each May to celebrate Ohio books and writers. Local editor and author’s collaborator Carol Cartaino of Seaman headed up a panel at this year’s festival on May 12 at Fort Hayes titled Publishing 101 — Everything You Need to Know About Getting Published.
  • Headlines 18 May 2012
    Local volunteers deliver gifts of hope to Uganda
    Ed and Helen Hiestand will soon experience the joy of Christmas all over again when they deliver gift-filled shoe boxes to needy children in Uganda. The Hiestands will travel to Africa this month as part of a special team with Operation Christmas Child.
  • Headlines 17 May 2012
    Ohio Senate passes reform measures on public pensions
    The Ohio Senate has approved a number of reform measures for four of the five state public pension systems.
  • Headlines 17 May 2012
    Wilburn & Wilburn, David Wayne headline entertainment at 2012 Highland County Fair
    Although it's still more than three months away, the musical entertainment lineup for the 2012 Highland County Fair is beginning to take shape. According to Highland County Fair Board member Jeff McCoy, this year's county fair will host two prominent entertainers – David Wayne on Wednesday, Sept. 5, and Wilburn & Wilburn on Thursday, Sept. 6.
  • Headlines 17 May 2012
    Wilburn & Wilburn, David Wayne headline entertainment at 2012 Highland County Fair
    Although it's still more than three months away, the musical entertainment lineup for the 2012 Highland County Fair is beginning to take shape. According to Highland County Fair Board member Jeff McCoy, this year's county fair will host two prominent entertainers – David Wayne on Wednesday, Sept. 5, and Wilburn & Wilburn on Thursday, Sept. 6.
  • Headlines 16 May 2012
    Mowrystown FFA hosts tractor, antique machinery show, farmhand auction
    The Mowrystown FFA and FFA Alumni will host a tractor and antique machinery show and farmhand auction on Saturday, June 16 at Whiteoak High School, 44 North High Street, Mowrystown.
  • Headlines 16 May 2012
    Rosenberger's legislation to simplify wireless 9-1-1 fees passes Ohio House
    State Representative Cliff Rosenberger (R-Clarksville) has announced that the Ohio House of Representatives passed Substitute House Bill 360, which revises the amount and methods of collections and remittance of the wireless 9-1-1 charge for prepaid wireless services, to take effect in 2013.
  • Headlines 16 May 2012
    S.R. 124 closing for culvert replacement
    On Monday, May 21, crews from the Ohio Department of Transportation’s Highland County Highway Maintenance Facility will close S.R. 124 West to replace a deteriorated pipe located at the 8.67-mile marker. The project site is situated between Township Road 278 (Fenner Road) and Maple Run Drive near the Hillsboro corporation limit.
  • Headlines 15 May 2012
    Two arrested on drug charges after traffic stop
    On May 14 at approximately 10:23 p.m., a Hillsboro police officer conducted a traffic stop in the 200 block of North High Street. The male driver was found to be driving under suspension, and the female passenger attempted to exit the vehicle but was ordered to stay in the vehicle by the officer.
  • Headlines 15 May 2012
    Pool Barn hosts outdoor piano concert
    An All-American-themed outdoor piano concert and recital was held Saturday, May 12 at the Pool Barn on Route 321 near Mowrystown. The evening started with the singing of "The Star-Spangled Banner" by Pastor Michael Tripp.
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