• In The News 17 February 2010

    Physician offers new procedure to manage back pain

    Highland District Hospital welcomes Amol Soin, M.D., a pain management specialist, to its Outpatient Specialist Services. Dr. Soin uses non-narcotic treatments and minimally invasive procedures for pain management. He also consults with patients and therapists at the hospital’s Center for Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine.
  • In The News 17 February 2010
    District 9 crews plowing, patrolling, treating state highways
    Although the brunt of the Presidents Day storm has passed through the region and road conditions continue to improve, crews from the Ohio Department of Transportation - District 9 continued clearing the state highway system through the night.
  • In The News 17 February 2010
    Bishop proposes 'Light Up Greenfield' project
    The city of Greenfield Interim City Manager Betty Bishop and the Greenfield City Council are planning a "Light Up Greenfield" day, tentatively scheduled for Feb. 27. As city manager, Bishop wanted to come up with a plan that would help keep the city safe while allowing the town to get some positive publicity.
  • In The News 16 February 2010
    Closings, delays announced for Wednesday, Feb. 17
    Snow drifts and Tuesday night's snow flurries are to blame for the following local closings and delays for Wednesday, Feb. 17:
  • In The News 16 February 2010
    Southern Ohio Procurement Center reschedules workshop
    Due to inclement weather, The Southern Ohio Procurement Outreach Center has rescheduled its workshop on government contracting,  "Government Marketing 101: An Introduction to Government Procurement."
  • In The News 16 February 2010
    WC Theatre to Present A.R. Gurney's 'The Dining Room'
     Eighteen scenes of family life ranging from the comic to the serious are set in a central room in A.R. Gurney's "humorous and compassionate" play "The Dining Room," which Wilmington College Theatre will present Feb. 25, 26 and 27, at 7:30 p.m., in Hugh G. Heiland Theatre.
  • In The News 16 February 2010
    Greenfield History Club meets, discusses Valentine's Day holiday
        The Greenfield History Club, celebrating its 86th year, met February 13th at the home of Kathleen McMullen. Following holiday-inspired refreshments, the meeting opened with members and guests reading the club's collect, written by Ferne Benner.  Kaye York-Longworth, president, relayed greetings from members currently in Florida, Dayton, and Kazakhstan.
  • In The News 16 February 2010
    Presidents Day storm closes schools Tuesday
    All Highland County schools are closed Tuesday after the Presidents Day snowstorm. Many secondary roads remained snow covered early Tuesday morning.
  • In The News 15 February 2010
    Buford Farmers Institute to be held. Feb. 26
    It's that time of year in February when people are looking for something to do to pass the winter months and avoid all the snow we are having. Come on out to the friendly town of Buford. Some of you may ask where Buford is and what the Farmers Institute is. The Buford Farmers Institute originated in 1904. For many years, the farmers and their families would gather at the annual event. They would share ideas and present updated materials on rural farming. Back in those years the institute would last two or three days.
  • In The News 15 February 2010
    Heavy snow closes some businesses; leaves roadways in hazardous condition
    Several area businesses remained closed or closed early on Presidents Day after six to seven inches of new snow fell across much of Highland County. "Street conditions in the city of Hillsboro are very slick and hazardous. Snow is falling at a rate difficult for street crews to keep up with," the Hillsboro Police Department said.
  • In The News 15 February 2010
    Heavy snow closes some businesses; leaves roadways in hazardous condition
    Several area businesses remained closed or closed early on Presidents Day after six to seven inches of new snow fell across much of Highland County. "Street conditions in the city of Hillsboro are very slick and hazardous. Snow is falling at a rate difficult for street crews to keep up with," the Hillsboro Police Department said.
  • In The News 15 February 2010
    ODOT advises drivers: Drive slowly and don't crowd the plow
    While Ohio Department of Transportation crews throughout District 9 will be working hard to battle today's winter storm, motorists are reminded to take it slow and give snow plow operators room to work.
  • In The News 15 February 2010
    Hillsboro Police Department shares tips for staying safe during winter storms
    Street conditions in the City of Hillsboro are very slick and hazardous. Snow is falling at a rate difficult for street crews to keep up with. Some of the larger hills are difficult for most vehicles. The weather forecast indicates continuing snow throughout the rest of the day with a storm warning until 6 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 16. It is strongly recommended that anyone who doesn't need to be out should remain off the streets and roadways if possible. Below are some hazardous weather reminders.
  • In The News 15 February 2010
    Hillsboro Rotary Club announces Polio Awareness Campaign
    For 20 years, Rotary Clubs have remained determined to do whatever is necessary to achieve a world free of the crippling disease polio. Recognizing this commitment – as well as Rotary's important role as a spearheading partner in the Global Polio Eradication initiative – the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation recently awarded Rotary a $250 million challenge grant, which Rotary will match with an additional $100 million.
  • In The News 15 February 2010
    Merchants National Bank donates to HHS After Prom
  • In The News 15 February 2010
    ODOT crews begin treating roads, warn against driving on treacherous routes
    Ohio Department of Transportation crews throughout District 9 have begun treating roads across much of the district, which includes Adams, Brown, Highland, Jackson, Lawrence, Pike, Ross and Scioto counties.
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