LaRose guest speaker at Highland County GOP picnic
Secretary of State Frank LaRose is pictured at the Highland County Republican Party's Aug. 20 picnic. (Photo by Paulette Donley)
The Highland County GOP held their annual “family picnic” Sunday, Aug. 20 at the VFW Post 9094 in Hillsboro with over 100 people in attendance.
The speaker for the event was Secretary of State Frank LaRose. LaRose informed the group of two issues that will appear on the Nov. 7, 2023 general election ballot.
The first is a constitutional amendment entitled “The Right to Reproductive Freedom with Protections for Health and Safety.” The second is a proposed law entitled “An Act to Control and Regulate Adult Use Cannabis.” The ballot language for both is to be certified by the Ohio Ballot Board on Aug. 24.
LaRose spoke briefly about his campaign for U.S. Senator in 2024 and the importance of getting that seat for our conservative party.
State and local office holders and candidates were also welcomed and introduced. Petitions were circulated by candidates for the 2024 primary elections.
Following the dinner by grill-master Richard Warner, an auction of baked goods and other items was conducted by Tim Roush, with proceeds to the Republican Women’s Club scholarship fund.