Members of the Highland County Land Reutilization Corporation (land bank) board discussed the present and future of state grant programs during their September meeting, including opening and awarding bids for 2026 Building Demolition & Site Revitalization Grant Program projects.

Financial disclosures filed by Ohio Republican U.S. Sen. Jon Husted with the Ohio Ethics Commission show that the quasi-private economic development entity JobsOhio gave gifts to Husted in 2021, 2022, and 2023 when he was lieutenant governor.

State Representative Bob Peterson (R-Sabina) today voted in support of legislation that will temporarily suspend Ohio’s state gas tax for 90 days, providing meaningful relief to Ohioans as fuel costs continue to rise.

The Ratepayer Protection Act passed the U.S. House of Representatives on Sept. 16, 2026, by an overwhelming, bipartisan vote of 417-3. Among those who voted yes on the Democratic side were Representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Ilhan Omar, Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, former Speaker Nancy Pelosi and every single member of the House Democratic leadership.

Senator Terry Johnson (R-McDermott) announced the passage of a bill suspending Ohio's 38.5 cent per gallon gas tax and 47 cent per gallon diesel tax for 90 days.

The Georgetown post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is currently investigating a fatal three vehicle crash involving a commercial vehicle that occurred at 7:25 a.m. on Sept. 30.

Mary Fraysier, 86, of Hillsboro, passed away peacefully on Sept. 29, 2026 at Salyer Adult Group Home. 

Alicia H. Burton, 88, of Hillsboro, passed away peacefully on Sept. 29, 2026 at Hospice of Hope Inpatient Center at Adams County Regional Medical Center.