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New thinking needed on national defense

Historically speaking, the heyday of American defense production was during World War II. Vast civilian industries were converted to produce guns, artillery, tanks, and jeeps – and new plants were commissioned to build airplanes and ships.
Auditor of State launches ‘financial health indicators’ for Ohio schools
New Financial Health Indicators launched this week by the Auditor of State’s Office will provide a more complete picture of school districts’ financial trends and identify potential issues.
Trump calls Comey a ‘dirty cop’ after Comey’s controversial post
U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., said he sent a letter to the Secret Service and FBI leadership calling for a joint investigation into Comey for the post. “The letter requests a formal inquiry into possible violations of federal law, including 18 U.S.C. § 871 – threats against the President” as well as “18 U.S.C. § 875 – interstate communications containing threats.” 
Commissioners debate costs, logistics of proposed HCSO software upgrades
Highland County commissioners Brad Roades, Terry Britton and David Daniels debated a proposal to convert the Highland County Sheriff’s Office’s software system into the cloud during their Wednesday, May 14 meeting.
Indians shut out Eastern, fall to Goshen in recent games

Tuesday in a five-inning rain-shortened game, the Hillsboro Indians defeated the Eastern Warriors in non-conference a

Highland County Board of Elections to conduct official count for primary
The Highland County Board of Elections would like to announce the date has been set for the May 6, 2025 Primary Special Election Official Count on Tuesday, May 20 at 8 a.m. in the board office.
Ohio Republican lawmakers reintroduce drag ban bill
A pair of Ohio lawmakers are once again trying to ban drag performers from performing anywhere that isn’t a designated adult entertainment facility.
ODOT District 9 releases Highland County construction update
The following ODOT construction projects are anticipated to affect highways in Highland County during the week of May 19.
Cattlemen youth awarded for a successful 2024-25 BEST season
The Ohio Cattlemen’s Association’s (OCA) Beef Exhibitor Show Total (BEST) program wrapped up the 2024-2025 BEST season on May 3 at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus at an awards banquet attended by over 700 participants and their families. Over 350 BEST exhibitors were awarded for their show success, cattle industry knowledge, photography skills, community service efforts and more.
Ohio lawmakers introduce bipartisan bill that would help college students combat food insecurity
A proposed bipartisan bill would help Ohio college students struggling with food insecurity.
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