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Elections Board
closed Jan. 25-27  

   The Highland County Board of Elections will be closing for the Ohio
Secretary of State conference. The office will be closed Jan. 25-27 and will
re-open Jan. 30.

SSCC Board of Trustees
meets Jan. 22-23

   The Southern State Community College Board of Trustees will meet
beginning 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 22, through 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 23, at Murphin
Ridge Inn, 750 Murphin Ridge Road, West Union. The meeting is open to the
public.

Lanny Bryant’s Gospel Homecoming
Show to play Colony Theater

   Christian nights at the Colony Theater in Hillsboro will feature Lanny
Bryant’s Gospel Homecoming Show, including three of the area’s finest
Southern Gospel
groups. Kindred Spirit, Majestic Sound Quartet and Soul Purpose will grace
the Colony stage Jan. 21 at 7:30 p.m.
   The cost for the concert is $5 and a can of food. Come out and enjoy a
great night of music and support a couple of great causes – The Colony
Theater and the local food pantry. (Note: The canned food donation is
optional but would help the local food bank.)

TEA Party to host
candidates forum

   Local voters will have a chance to hear from the candidates for Highland
County Commissioner at a forum sponsored by the Highland  County TEA (Taxed
Enough Already) Party group.
   The event will be held Monday, Jan. 30 at 7 p.m. at the Hi-TEC building
in Hillsboro.
   All six candidates who have filed petitions have been invited to attend
and speak to the public about questions regarding Highland County’s future,
ideas or plans for development, budgetary restraints and the local economy.
This forum is being made available to the public so that voters will be
better prepared to cast an informed vote in the Democratic and Republican
primary elections on March 6.
   There are two commissioner seats to be filled this year. Incumbents
Shane Wilkin and Tom Horst are candidates again, along with Steve Cowdrey,
Brenda Losey, Randy Mustard and Josh Patton. The winners in their respective
primary elections will then face the voters again in the November general
election.

SOACDF offers
educational grant

   The Southern Ohio Agricultural and Community Development Foundation will
once again offer the Educational Excellence Competitive Grant for school
year 2012-13. The Educational Excellence grant is a one-time award of up to
$7,500 toward the cost of tuition, on-campus housing, lab fees and books
that can be billed through the college or university. Producers who reside
in the 22 counties the foundation serves with a current Farm Service Number
on record with the Farm Service Agency as of July 1, 2011 and their
financial dependents or tobacco program eligible producers and their
financial dependents are eligible to apply.
   Applicants must be enrolled full-time as a sophomore, junior or senior
in the 2012-13 school year at an accredited institution and be seeking a
bachelor’s degree. Students must also maintain 2.8 or higher GPA to be
eligible.
   Applications and guidelines for the Educational Excellence Competitive
Grant are now available at the SOACDF office or online at www.soacdf.net.
   The application period ends Jan. 31, 2012. Applications will not be
accepted either before or after this period. If you have questions, please
call the foundation office at (937) 393-2700.

Heartland needs judges for Chili Challenge
   Heartland of Hillsboro is recruiting judges for their eighth annual
Chili Challenge, set for Wednesday, Feb. 29 at 2 p.m.
   There are two categories, mild and hot.
   A winner and second runner-up will be picked in each category.
   The first-place winning recipes will be prepared for all to sample at a
Chili Supper and Silent Auction to be held at the Ponderosa Banquet Center
March 8.
   All proceeds will benefit the Highland County Society for Children and
Adults. Please call Heartland to register for the judging at (937) 393-5766.

New Directions Telethon
Jan. 24 in Greenfield

   The 19th annual New Directions Youth Ministry Telethon is scheduled for
Tuesday, Jan. 24 from 7-9 p.m. on Channel 3 on Time Warner Cable in
Greenfield. There will also be live updates of the telethon broadcasting on
WVNU, 97.5 FM, for those who do not get cable Channel 3. The public is
invited to visit the GCTV-3 studio and the McClain High School Cafetorium,
where you can join the New Directions group for food, fellowship and prayer
and/or make a contribution in person. Many people prefer to make their
tax-deductible donations prior to the end of the year. If you would like to
make a donation now or any time prior to the telethon, please contact Mike
Anderson at (937) 876-9868. Early donations will be included in the telethon
totals and will be acknowledged on-air during the telethon.

Cowan Lake Association
plans Jan. 27 dinner

   The Cowan Lake Association of Sportsmen (CLASS) will host a ham and
beans dinner Friday, Jan. 27 from 4-7 p.m. at their location on 331
Beechwood Road (off Route 350) in Wilmington. The menu will include ham and
beans, cornbread, side dishes, desserts and beverages. The cost is $6 for
adults, $5 for seniors and $2 for children. Carry-out available.

SATH’s annual Sweetheart Charity Ball Feb. 11
   SATH will be holding its annual Valentine’s Sweetheart Charity Ball on
Saturday, Feb. 11 at the Roberts Centre in Wilmington. The evening will
begin with appetizers at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. and dancing from 8-11 p.m.
The attire for the evening is semi-formal/formal.
   The cost is $100 per couple which includes appetizers, dinner, dancing,
photos and door prizes. Child care will be available. Treat your sweetheart
to a special evening and help support SATH. SATH is a non-profit
organization that assists children with disabilities by sponsoring programs
that enhance the quality of their life. For tickets and information, contact
Linda Allen, SATH executive director, at (937) 393-1904 ext.131 or (937)
364-6144, or visit www.kampdovetail.com.

Southside Praise and Worship

   Southside Praise and Worship meets for Sunday school at 10 a.m. Sundays
and hosts worship services 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sundays and 7 p.m.
Tuesdays. The church is located at 621 S. East St., Hillsboro and is led by
pastors Denny and Marie Riddell. For more information, call (937) 604-9350.

Register now for K-3
Instructional Basketball

   The Lynchburg-Clay Athletic Boosters are taking registrations for their
K-3 Instructional Basketball/Cheerleading League. Registration is Saturday,
Jan. 14 at the Lynchburg-Clay High School during Youth Basketball games from
10 a.m.-noon.
   Forms can be found at
http://www.lynchclay.k12.oh.us/LCAthleticBoosters.aspx or they can email
Chad McConnaughey at chadmcconn@gmail.com.
   Registrations can be mailed to the address on the forms. The deadline is
Jan. 21. The league is tentatively set to begin Feb. 18 and run through
March 24. Cost of registration is $20, or $15 for multiple students. The
registration fee does include the cost of the T-shirt. Feel free to email
chadmcconn@gmail.com for additional information.

Ross County Community Action
offers home heating assistance

   The Ross County Community Action Organization has funds available to
assist income eligible Ross County residents with their home heating bills.
If you heat with electricity or natural gas, you may be eligible for
assistance if you have a shut-off notice or are moving into a different
home.
   For more information, call Community Action at (740) 702-7222 and they
will help you determine your eligibility.

Aglow International to meet
   The Hillsboro chapter of Aglow International will meet Monday, Jan. 23
at 7 p.m. at the Ponderosa Banquet Center. Lisa Hess will be the featured
speaker, and praise and worship will be led by Hearts of Praise.

Recovery program
meets on Tuesdays
   The Celebrate Victory Recovery Program meets every Tuesday night at 7
p.m. at ReaLife Church, located at 230 West South Street, Hillsboro.

Alzheimer’s Support
Group meetings

   The Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati will sponsor a
Highland County Alzheimer’s/Dementia Family Caregiver Support Group on the
third Monday of each month from 5-6:30 p.m. at Highland District Hospital.
For information, contact Vickie Gaines at (937) 840-6581.

Colony Theater hosts
Christian music series

   The Colony Theatre in Hillsboro will kick off its Christian music series
the third Saturday of every month. Shows start at 7:30 p.m For information,
call Tina Bradshaw at the Colony or Charlie Hargrave at 218-2290.

Highland County Democratic Party
hosts candidates night Jan. 31

The Highland County Democratic Party will host a "meet the candidates" night
on Tuesday, Jan. 31 at 6:30 p.m. in the Highland County Administration
Building basement meeting room. Candidates appearing will include Randy
Mustard and Josh Patton, both running in a contested primary for county
commissioner. Brenda Losey, running unopposed in the primary for the other
county commissioner spot, will also be present, along with treasurer
candidate Gary Heaton, independent candidate Larry Burns for recorder and
91st State Representative candidate Peter Pence.
   The main speaker for the evening will be David Krikorian, Democratic
candidate for the 2nd Congressional District.
   "He very much wants to meet the people of Highland County and answer any
questions they might have," Dinah Phillips, Highland County Democratic Party
Chairperson, said.
   There will be a carry-in dinner hosted by the party, with officers
furnishing meat, drinks and table service. Everyone should bring a covered
dish and an auction item. Frank Grover will be present to conduct a lively
auction. The public is cordially invited to attend.

Boaters safety course
March 31 at Lake Waynoka

   The Waynoka WaterSports Club will be sponsoring an Ohio Boating
Education Course at 8 a.m. Saturday, March 31 at the Lake Waynoka Lodge.
Cost of this course is $5 payable to ODNR Watercraft. This course will
consist of 8 hours of instruction in a certified class followed by an exam.
This year everybody younger than 30 years of age needs to pass a test
certified by the state before they can drive any type of boat powered by
more than 10 hp. You can pre-register for the class by calling ODNR
Watercraft at 513-734-2730.  Be sure to reference the date and location for
above class. This class is open for any age and not just Lake Waynoka. For
information, call Steve Johnson at 937-446-1585 smjohnson44@frontier.com or
Tom Kitchen at 937-446-9303.

SATH hosts 3rd annual
chili cook-off Jan. 28

   S.A.T.H. is having its third annual “Souper Bowl” Chili Cook-Off and
Cake Walk Saturday, Jan. 28 from 5-8 p.m. at the Hillsboro Elementary School
Cafeteria. All are welcome to come and taste the chili and judge the
winners. Bring your change and vote for your favorites, 25 cents per vote.
There will be chili tasting, face painting, games, cake walk, raffles and
food to buy. All proceeds go to support S.A.T.H. and KAMP DOVETAIL. Prizes
for chili winners: 1st place $100, 2nd place $50 and 3rd place $25. All
contestants should bring six quarts of chili to be judged, along with a $15
entry fee. To enter, call Jill Kelch at 937-840-0216.

Young Agricultural Professionals
Leadership Experience March 9-10

   The 2012 Young Agricultural Professionals Leadership Experience will be
held March 9-10 at the Marriott Northwest in Dublin. Farm Bureau members
ages 18-35 who are an agricultural professional are invited to attend. The
cost is $130 per person if reservation is made by Feb. 3. After Feb. 3, the
cost is $150 per person. Scholarships are available. All reservations must
be made by Feb. 17. Call 937-378-2212 or 888-378-2212 for more information.

Open Door free meal
Jan. 28 in Greenfield

   The Open Door free meal will be held at the Greenfield Methodist church
on Jan. 28. Serving will be from 4-5:30 p.m. The menu will be potato soup,
sandwiches, crackers, cookies, and apples. Everyone is welcome.

Sinking Spring UMM
soup supper Jan. 21

   There will be a soup supper on Saturday, Jan. 21 at the Sinking Spring
United Methodist Church. The supper will begin at 5 p.m. and continue until
sold out. The event is being sponsored by the Men’s Fellowship Group of the
church. The menu will include ham and beans, vegetable soup, chili, oyster
soup, potato soup, corn bread, homemade pies and cakes, coffee, tea and soft
drinks. A freewill donation will be accepted.
   The supper is being held in the Fellowship Hall of the United Methodist
Church in Sinking Spring.

Fall Creek Friends Church
pancake supper Feb. 11

   The Fall Creek Friends Church will host their annual pancake supper on
Saturday, Feb. 11 from 3:30-7 p.m. The church will serve pancakes or
waffles, ham or sausage and milk or coffee to drink. The church is located
at 11345 Karnes Road. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the food, fun and
fellowship.

Valentine’s Day Car Show

   The third annual Chazziz Valentine’s Day Car Show will be held Feb. 10
from 7:30-10:30 p.m. and Feb. 11 from 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. at the Roberts
Centre in Wilmington. Admission is $5 at the door. The show is open to
anything on wheels, with a Feb. 3 deadline to register. The event is a
fundraiser to benefit the Alzheimer's Association. For more information,
call (937) 218-2290.

AARP tax aide
provides free assistance
at Senior Center

   Free tax help and preparation service, run by volunteers, will be
available at the Highland County Senior Center every Monday and Tuesday
during the months of February and March starting Feb. 6 from 9:30 a.m. - 2
p.m. To make an appointment, please call (937) 393-4745.

Eagles host
Thursday bingo

   The Hillsboro Eagles host bingo on Thursday nights. Doors open at 5:30
p.m., and games start at 7 p.m. The cost is $5 per person for up to 15 faces
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