Highland County Board of Commissioners President Shane Wilkin testified Wednesday before the State Senate of Ohio's finance committee, speaking about the drastic cuts local governments are facing, particularly in the area of social services.
 Wilkin, a member of the human services committee of the County Commissioners Association of Ohio, was asked to testify on behalf of the association regarding cuts that agencies such as county Job and Family Services are enduring, while serving a greater number of clients.

Highland County Prosecutor Jim Grandey has announced his retirement, effective May 31. Grandey said that personal reasons and state pension changes prompted the decision. He also wants to spend more time with his grandchildren.
 A letter dated May 16 to Highland County Auditor Bill Fawley from Grandey stated, "This is to notify you that for personal reasons, I will be retiring as Highland County Prosecuting Attorney as of the close of business May 31, 2011.

The city of Hillsboro has proclaimed May 20-27 as Buddy Poppy Week, commemorating the annual fundraiser of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9094.

Highland County Prosecutor Jim Grandey has announced his retirement, effective May 31, sources told The Highland County Press this week.

Greenfield finance director Karen Daniels has resigned, effectively immediately, according to Greenfield City Manager Betty Bishop.
  Bishop told The Highland County Press that Daniels handed in her resignation Monday, and spoke with her regarding her decision. Bishop said Daniels did not specify why she was resigning, but indicated it was something she needed to do personally.

Greenfield resident Richard Counter was sworn in Monday afternoon as the Highland County Recorder.
  Highland County Common Pleas Court Juvenile and Probate Court Judge Kevin Greer administered the oath of office to Counter, and said that he had big shoes to fill in following Ike Hodson in office, but he is sure Counter is up to the task.

The 2011 Fenton Art Bell has arrived, and bells will be sold on Saturday, May 21 and Saturday, May 28 from 9 a.m. - noon. During these dates, bells will be sold only to collectors who purchased the 2010 bell.

The 2011 Fenton Art Bell has arrived, and bells will be sold on Saturday, May 21 and Saturday, May 28 from 9 a.m. - noon. During these dates, bells will be sold only to collectors who purchased the 2010 bell.

Audience members are invited to bring their own “trifles” (canned goods and non-perishables) to the performance. All donations will be given to the local charity, Samaritan Outreach Services. In return for donations, each person will receive a ticket for a chance to win a prize during the raffle at the conclusion of the talk-back session.

On Thursday, May 12 at 10:41, it was reported to the Hillsboro Police Department that there were suspicious materials placed in a dumpster off the 100 block of S. West Street.

Columbus Crew Stadium and the Ohio State Fair officials have announced that Brad Paisley will be playing Crew Stadium on Sunday, Aug. 7, the closing night of the 2011 Ohio State Fair. The 2011 Ohio State Fair will take place July 27 - August 7.