Several guests from The Laurels of Hillsboro ventured to Paint Creek Lake State Park for an afternoon of fishing and a picnic.

A workshop intended for women of all ages (minors must be accompanied by an adult) will be held 10 a.m.-4 p.m. July 17 at Solid Rock Church of God 871 S.R. 28 east, Greenfield.

The 1960 class of Lynchburg High School met on June 12 in the community room at the Lynchburg Fire and Ambulance Building to celebrate their 50-year reunion. Following a social hour and a delicious buffet lunch, everyone enjoyed reminiscing about their school days.

The Fling Barn has many exciting activities planned for the remainder of the summer.

Some very happy folks have been seen leaving the Magic Waters Theatre parking area following performances of “Sherlock Holmes’ American Cousin in the Adventure of the Walking Corpse” because they are heading home with some very nice prizes. Folks who figure out “whodunit” get their choice of many great gifts. There are prizes for all age groups, too.

Summer is the perfect time to change your eating habits for the better.

Carol Eldridge of Hillsboro was the winner of a gift card in a drawing sponsored by the Highland County Republican Women's Club during the 2010 Festival of the Bells.

In case you weren’t aware, summer has officially arrived.  You may be a bit confused by this fact. Yes, temperatures have certainly been at a level that would make you think that summer had arrived. However, continued rainfall and the lush, green growing conditions are more reminiscent of spring.

Learn not to fall (continued)
    In last week’s column we discussed some of the conditions that affect many seniors that can increase your risk of falling.

Face painting, hot dogs and fellowship are shared each Wednesday at Peace Lutheran Church. Everyone is invited to the "Weenie Wednesday" lunches.  Lunch, fun, music and fellowship will begin about noon at 231 Harry Sauner Road. The lunches will continue each Wednesday during the summer until August 18.

Gerald Newman was chosen Rotarian of the Year. A Rotarian since 1970, Gerald truly demonstrates the guiding principle of "Service Above Self."

Folks who make the drive out to Magic Waters Theatre on Cave Road to see

Ed Hughes of Portsmouth will be directing a 12-step workshop on Thursday, July 1 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Hillsboro First United Methodist Church at 133 E. Walnut Street.