Ribbon cutting held for new Ohio State University Extension building
The Highland County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for the Ohio State University Extension on Aug. 9 to celebrate their new office located at the Highland County Fairgrounds at 526 John Street. (Submitted photo)
The Ohio State University Extension Highland County held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate their new building and location with the Highland County Chamber of Commerce and members of the community on Friday, Aug. 9.
The new OSU Extension Building is located at 526 John Street, Hillsboro on the Highland County Fairgrounds. The building will also be used throughout the year for events, education programing and activities hosted by the Highland County OSU Extension.
In attendance to commemorate the new building was Dr. Cathann A. Kress, Vice President for Agricultural Administration and Dean of the College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at The Ohio State University.
“This celebration is really about the community and the deep partnerships that all come together to make sure that the future remains bright,” said Kress. “OSU Extension has impacted 2.5 million people in Ohio with significant educational programs.”
Funding for this project came from a variety of sources including the Highland County general fund and a previous state capital budget.
Additional speakers for the event included: Jeff McCutcheon, Director of Operations for The Ohio State University Extension; David T. Daniels, Highland County Commissioner; Kathy Bruynis, Highland County Extension 4-H Educator; Jeff Parry, Highland County Extension Advisory Committee President; Ken Davis, Highland County Extension Fundraiser Committee President; and Mark Baldwin, Highland County Senior Fair Board President.
For more information about the Ohio State University Extension Highland County, visit www.highland.osu.edu or call (937) 393-1918. About the Highland County Chamber of Commerce: The Highland County Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit membership-driven organization that represents the business community of Highland County. The many plans and programs the Chamber offers its investors, combined with county workforce development initiatives and local, state and federal legislative/advocacy efforts, position the Chamber of Commerce as a leading organization in Highland County. Learn more at www.thehighlandchamber.com.
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