• Rory Ryan 27 May 2018

    Two words that aren’t said enough: Thank you

    On Memorial Day, Judy McCray has often read “The Symbols for the Folds of the Flag” at the Highland County Courthouse ceremony. The first three folds are as follows: “The first fold of our flag is a symbol of life; the second fold is a symbol of our belief in eternal life; and the third fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veteran departing our ranks, and who gave a portion of his or her life for the defense of our country to attain peace throughout the world.” On Memorial Day 2018, let us not forget that third fold.
  • Rory Ryan 10 April 2018
    Political mailer shows devious side of politics
    The next check I’m writing will be to Brian Baldridge, not only because he is an honorable man, but also because this particular tactic in politics is particularly annoying. Cleveland political action committees have no clue about southern Ohio’s 90th House District. They also have no place here. My family will be voting for Brian Baldridge in the May 8 primary.
  • Rory Ryan 7 April 2018
    George Washington had more than 50 dogs (but not in Hillsboro)
    One of my favorite U.S. presidents – for many reasons – is George Washington. Unlike today’s wannabe-statesmen, Washington knew the difference between a political swamp and a lobbyist hot tub. By the way, the Father of our Country also loved dogs. No kidding.
  • Rory Ryan 28 March 2018
    UPDATED: So long, Armintrout, Wilkin, Hastings building; city auditor cancels purchase order on mayor's property
    The city auditor canceled the $33,100 purchase order for the mayor’s property on March 26 and informed The Highland County Press on March 27, following a request from the newspaper. To his credit, Lewis initially questioned the ethics related to a sitting mayor taking advantage of public funds for his personal property.
  • Rory Ryan 14 March 2018
    2018 Telethon: It’s time to give back
    One of my lasting memories and messages from the late Ernie B. Blankenship was a simple one: “You have to give back.” And the time to give back is now. The Hillsboro and Greenfield Rotary Clubs will host the 46th annual Ernie Blankenship Radio-Telethon for the benefit of the Highland County Society for Children and Adults on Wednesday, March 28.
  • Rory Ryan 15 February 2018
    Political newcomers Beth Ellis, John Knauff visit HCP
    The Highland County Press enjoyed recent visits from two newcomers to the southern Ohio political scene. This past week, Highland County commissioner candidate John D. Knauff of Carmel and Ohio House of Representatives candidate Beth Ellis talked about their reasons for running and respective qualifications.
  • Rory Ryan 15 February 2018
    Political newcomers Beth Ellis, John Knauff visit HCP
    The Highland County Press enjoyed recent visits from two newcomers to the southern Ohio political scene. This past week, Highland County commissioner candidate John D. Knauff of Carmel and Ohio House of Representatives candidate Beth Ellis talked about their reasons for running and respective qualifications.
  • Rory Ryan 3 November 2017
    Tiger Nation, Chillicothe Paints lose ‘The Voice’ in John Wend
    “It's impossible to put into words what John Wend has done for Greenfield. Whether it was coaching, announcing or just supporting our students, John touched so many lives. We were truly blessed to have such a great supporter of Tiger Nation for so many years. He wore his purple with pride whether win or lose. He always was a positive voice for our town. We really did lose a great man." – McClain High School Principal Jason Potts
  • Rory Ryan 3 November 2017
    Tiger Nation, Chillicothe Paints lose ‘The Voice’ in John Wend
    “It's impossible to put into words what John Wend has done for Greenfield. Whether it was coaching, announcing or just supporting our students, John touched so many lives. We were truly blessed to have such a great supporter of Tiger Nation for so many years. He wore his purple with pride whether win or lose. He always was a positive voice for our town. We really did lose a great man." – McClain High School Principal Jason Potts
  • Rory Ryan 3 November 2017
    Tiger Nation, Chillicothe Paints lose ‘The Voice’ in John Wend
    “It's impossible to put into words what John Wend has done for Greenfield. Whether it was coaching, announcing or just supporting our students, John touched so many lives. We were truly blessed to have such a great supporter of Tiger Nation for so many years. He wore his purple with pride whether win or lose. He always was a positive voice for our town. We really did lose a great man." – McClain High School Principal Jason Potts
  • Rory Ryan 3 November 2017
    Tiger Nation, Chillicothe Paints lose ‘The Voice’ in John Wend
    “It's impossible to put into words what John Wend has done for Greenfield. Whether it was coaching, announcing or just supporting our students, John touched so many lives. We were truly blessed to have such a great supporter of Tiger Nation for so many years. He wore his purple with pride whether win or lose. He always was a positive voice for our town. We really did lose a great man." – McClain High School Principal Jason Potts
  • Rory Ryan 29 October 2017
    Godspeed: Aunt Patty Krebs (1940-2017)
    Aunt Patty helped Pam and me get through the births of our three children at HDH and the death of my father. All nurses – and doctors – could learn from Patty. She was the best. She will be missed by those who knew and loved her. I cannot imagine a better ambassador for Highland District Hospital.
  • Rory Ryan 18 September 2017
    Mary Brown Turner (1925-2017): 'Onward and Upward'
    We talked before she decided to step down from city council. I remember telling her then as I told her on a few other occasions: Mary, you've done enough. In fact, not too many of us have done nearly as much. Mary truly put service before self throughout her long and charitable life. Requiesce in pace, dear friend.
  • Rory Ryan 18 September 2017
    Mary Brown Turner (1925-2017): 'Onward and Upward'
    We talked before she decided to step down from city council. I remember telling her then as I told her on a few other occasions: Mary, you've done enough. In fact, not too many of us have done nearly as much. Mary truly put service before self throughout her long and charitable life. Requiesce in pace, dear friend.
  • Rory Ryan 18 September 2017
    Mary Brown Turner (1925-2017): 'Onward and Upward'
    We talked before she decided to step down from city council. I remember telling her then as I told her on a few other occasions: Mary, you've done enough. In fact, not too many of us have done nearly as much. Mary truly put service before self throughout her long and charitable life. Requiesce in pace, dear friend.
  • Rory Ryan 5 September 2017
    Trump, Comey, CHIP grants and Four Minutes With Forsha
    As a longtime local sports fan and occasional sportswriter at-large, it pleases me that Stewart Gardner and Dave Hilliard are teaming up to cover the Indians’ Friday night football games on 101.5 FM. They do a great job. I enjoy their radio coverage when I can’t make it to the games. But about that halftime show: “Four Minutes With Forsha.” Where did you find this guy? Seriously, I enjoy that halftime segment as well.
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