Army Reserve Pvt. Bryon S. Page has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla.

The Sardinia-Mowrystown Lions Club will co-sponsor a no-limit Texas Hold'em Tournament on Saturday, Jan. 30 at the Washington Township Park Building (formerly the Lions Park Club House) located at 7731 Tri-County Highway, Sardinia.

 

As much as I hate to admit it, I am getting older. Besides some of the obvious concessions to age, one of the obvious changes in attitudes that I have as I have grown older is my negative opinion of winter. I don’t believe that too many people like the bitter cold temperatures that we have been experiencing this month and the resulting problems, such as vehicles and tractors not starting, frozen water pipes, and high heating bills. I also fully understand why those folks who have the ability to relocate south for the winter do so.

The Highland County Chapter of Whitetails Unlimited recently donated money to the farmers and hunters feeding hunger program to pay processing for donated deer.

In observance of February as Heart Month and to assist women in the
community with knowing their heart risks and learning ways to have a
healthier heart, Adena Medical Center will host a Women’s Heart Smart
Screening on Friday, February 12, at the Adena Sleep Center, located in the
Adena Health Pavilion on the campus of Adena Medical Center in Chillicothe.

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    We wish everyone a happy and healthy 2010. Though winter is here and “the weather outside is frightful,” it’s warm and bright at the Center, so come on in and enjoy the many activities, good food, fun and fellowship.

Calling his mission “a publicity stunt for God,” 38-year-old Daniel Johnson said he is hiking from Maine to California to spread the Gospel.

Each year, older teens throughout the county receive college scholarships through the Highland County 4-H program. Current 4-H members, who are graduating seniors, or alumni of the Highland County 4-H Program, are eligible to apply for the scholarships. The 2010 scholarship applications are due to the OSU Extension office by January 22. Possible scholarships include: the 4-H Endowment scholarships, J. Howard & Josephine S. Fettro, Geraldine Roush Hudson, Darrell & Jane Tissot, William M. & Darlene Aldridge, Robert A. and Dorothy M. Hodson, the Five Points Implement Company 4-H scholarships, and the Ohio 4-H Foundation scholarships.

    Army Pfc. Jonathan D. Williamson has graduated from One Station Unit Training (OSUT) at Fort Leonard Wood, Waynesville, Mo.  The course of instruction included basic combat training and advanced individual training (AIT).

I find it hard to believe that not only have we started a new year but a new decade as well. If you take time to reflect on all of the changes that have taken place over the past decade, it is really pretty amazing. Here are a few to think about: Hillsboro lost its old high school, but gained a Wal-Mart; airline travel became more complicated thanks to 9/11; Ohio State won a college football national championship; the Bengals won their division twice; terms such as Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter are commonly used (at least with the younger generation!); and my oldest daughter is now in college.

I have never had much luck at losing weight and keeping it off. I read something about how increasing my metabolism might help. What are some ways I can do this?

Bill McTague, chairman of the 2009 Lynchburg Village Christmas, reports that despite the failing economy, this year’s Village Christmas was a huge success. McTague credits its success to the generosity of local businesses who came forward to make this year’s event a great one. For instance, the free carriage rides were sponsored by Terry’s Grocery, Lynchburg and Hillsboro Fifth Third Bank, Tom Pitzer Trucking, Davis-Turner Funeral Home, and Higgins Supply.

Bill McTague, chairman of the 2009 Lynchburg Village Christmas, reports that despite the failing economy, this year’s Village Christmas was a huge success. McTague credits its success to the generosity of local businesses who came forward to make this year’s event a great one. For instance, the free carriage rides were sponsored by Terry’s Grocery, Lynchburg and Hillsboro Fifth Third Bank, Tom Pitzer Trucking, Davis-Turner Funeral Home, and Higgins Supply.

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