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.

WILMINGTON, Ohio – Quakers in Hollywood?

The family of Grace Brown of Pricetown, Ohio is requesting a card shower to commemorate her 90th birthday. Grace was born Jan. 14, 1920, and was married to the late Edward Brown of Lynchburg. She has four children, Bob & Carol Brown of Apple Valley, Ohio; Barbara & Dan Stevens of Benson, Ariz.; Judy Simmons of Pricetown, Ohio; and Bud & Kathy Mercer of Lynchburg, Ohio. She has seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Please send cards to 1096 Barker Rd, Lynchburg, OH 45142.

Whether the year is Two Thousand and Ten or Twenty Ten, it is a great new start to a great new year. January is always a great time to be thinking of and planning for a spring project. We have lots of books on building projects, storage ideas, gardening and outdoor planning. It will help spring come just a little faster if you dream!

The Gaslight Theater Players are holding open auditions for their spring

It is hard to believe that this was the last newspaper article that I wrote for the decade. Much has happened to all of us over the past 10 years and it has passed by much too quickly. For those of you who can remember, it was 10 years ago right about now that many of us were worried about the dreaded Y2K virus and what was going to happen to all of our computer systems when the calendars rolled over to the year 2000. That seems like a minor concern with everything going on today, doesn’t it?

WILMINGTON – The Clinton County YMCA, in collaboration with CMH Regional Health System, is hosting a 12-week weight loss and healthier living program called “Healthier Community.”

Army Pvt. Joshua L. Florence has graduated from the Infantryman One Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga.

Here’s hoping that you are able to remember the spirit of the holidays and spend quality time with family and friends. Merry Christmas, everyone!

One of the earliest  schools, outside of what would become the city of Greenfield, was Madison Township  School #2, located on the corner of what is now Titus Road and state Route 138, about 2 miles west of Greenfield.