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  • Oak Ridge fire destroys home; multiple fires across county

    No injuries were reported in a structure fire on Oak Ridge off of state Route 247 Friday afternoon, but damages are estimated in excess of $350,000, and one family has been left without a home. 

    In addition to the structure fire, there were multiple brush fires across Highland County Friday afternoon according to Hillsboro Fire and Rescue. 

  • Oak Ridge fire destroys home; multiple fires across county

    No injuries were reported in a structure fire on Oak Ridge off of state Route 247 Friday afternoon, but damages are estimated in excess of $350,000, and one family has been left without a home. 

    In addition to the structure fire, there were multiple brush fires across Highland County Friday afternoon according to Hillsboro Fire and Rescue. 

  • Coonrod files notice of appeal

    Wesley Coonrod has filed documents in the Pickaway County Clerk of Courts Office, seeking an appeal on his convictions of manslaughter.

    Coonrod's attorney Eric J. Allen, of Columbus, who was appointed by the court to represent Coonrod on Feb. 9, filed the notice of appeal Friday.

  • Many public-sector earnings don't reflect county's struggling economy
    With near-record high unemployment in 2010 that peaked at more than 19 percent, and with local private-sector wages in Highland County continuing to trend below both state and national averages, The Highland County Press began collecting information on wages and salaries in the public sector for 2010.
  • ODNR program, local business match results in brush truck for Hillsboro fire department
    As spring winds pick up and field and brush fires become a hazard for area property owners, a repurposed former military vehicle will be leading first response.
     Through the Federal Excess Personnel Property/Volunteer Fire Assistance, a program geared toward providing assistance to fire associations with populations less than 10,000 Hillsboro Fire and Rescue was able to acquire a brush truck.
  • ODNR program, local business match results in brush truck for Hillsboro fire department
    As spring winds pick up and field and brush fires become a hazard for area property owners, a repurposed former military vehicle will be leading first response.
     Through the Federal Excess Personnel Property/Volunteer Fire Assistance, a program geared toward providing assistance to fire associations with populations less than 10,000 Hillsboro Fire and Rescue was able to acquire a brush truck.
  • Rosenberger supports legislation to reduce schools' financial burden
    State Representative Cliff Rosenberger (R-Clarksville) recently voted in support of House Bill 30, which will repeal a number of unfunded or underfunded school mandates that have put an unnecessary strain on the local districts’ budgets.
  • Greenfield receives funds for waterline extension project
    The Greenfield City Council has received a grant for $205,000, and a $205,000 no-interest loan to be applied toward a waterline extension project at North Street and North Eighth Street.
     Nathan Davis of the Rural Community Assistance Partnership addressed council in July regarding funding scenarios for the project. He gave them two funding situations, with various levels of repayment for the city.
  • Solar energy project could save thousands for HCS
    A green energy project being considered by the Hillsboro City Schools has the potential to save the district more than $53,000 over a 23-month period, with the potential for more savings in electricity in future years.
     The Hillsboro City Schools Board of Education, during their monthly meeting Wednesday, discussed the proposed installation of solar panels on the hill behind Hillsboro High School/Middle School.
  • Multiple county units battle field fire
    Approximately 9-10 acres were damaged during a field fire off Hopkins Lane Wednesday afternoon.
     According to Hillsboro Fire and Rescue, the department received a call at approximately 2:28 p.m. Wednesday with a report that 3-4 acres were on fire.
  • Jeter arraigned on 17 counts of child pornography
    A Hillsboro physical therapist charged with 17 counts related to child pornography was arraigned Wednesday in Highland County Common Pleas Court.
     Dana Jeter, 52, was indicted earlier this month on the 17 counts of illegal use of a minor in nudity oriented material or performance, all felonies of the second degree.
  • Hillsboro Middle School pupil charged
    The Hillsboro Police Department is investigating a Feb. 15 report of a Hillsboro Middle School pupil who was allegedly in possession of marijuana.
  • Rosenberger supports of tax relief legislation
    State Representative Cliff Rosenberger (R-Clarksville) this week voted  in support of House Bill 58, which passed from the Ohio House of Representatives by a vote of 89-7. The legislation incorporates into Ohio law the “Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010,” which authorized a two-year extension of tax cuts currently in place and was signed into federal law on December 17, 2010.
  • 'The Society for Children and Adults saved my life'
    For a services organization, there can be no higher compliment than, "They saved my life."
     Hillsboro resident Benton Carver doesn't hesitate and doesn't blink when he says, "The Society for Children and Adults saved my life."
     That sentiment, though, makes him very emotional, and he does have to wipe away a few tears
  • Hillsboro Rotary Club announces annual Four-Way Speech Contest
    The Hillsboro Rotary Club winner (contest to be held Tuesday, March 8) will then have the opportunity to compete in the District Competition which will be held on Sunday, April 3 at Wittenberg University in Springfield, for an additional prize amount of: 1st $400, 2nd $300, 3rd $200, 4th $100.
  • Ryan Widmer found guilty of murder, sentenced to 15 years to life in prison
    LEBANON - Cincinnati news stations are reporting that a jury has found Ryan Widmer guilty of murdering his wife, Sarah.
      This was Widmer's third murder trial. In the first trial, a conviction was overturned due to juror misconduct, and a second trial ended in a hung jury.
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