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UPDATED: Hillsboro man charged with murder, felonious assault

The suspect accused of causing a man’s death in a Hillsboro business parking lot has been charged with murder, after a Highland County grand jury handed down a seven-count indictment Tuesday, July 7.
My Fourth of July
Let me tell you what I did not see or hear. I did not see anyone wearing a MAGA cap. I did not see anyone wearing a Democratic-socialist T-shirt. In fact, I did not see any clothing with political messages at all.
A few surprises and many thanks
The Highland County Historical Society's Hall of Fame never ceases to amaze. With each class of new inductees, I am almost always surprised that a new inductee wasn't already a longtime member.
Adena Health recognized for advancing rural stroke care
The American Heart Association has recognized Adena Health for advancing stroke care and reducing gaps in rural health patient outcomes, with three of its hospitals earning Get With The Guidelines® awards.
Revolutionary War monument unveiling July 18
On July 18 at 6 p.m., the Revolutionary War monument on the south lawn of the historic Highland County Courthouse will be officially unveiled during the America250 celebration in Hillsboro.
Final impairment removed as Black River moves closer to delisting
After years of cleanup and restoration work, U.S. EPA has approved the removal of the river’s final Beneficial Use Impairment (BUI), known as Degradation of Benthos. This marks the last environmental milestone needed before the Black River AOC can be officially delisted.
Premier Showmen members compete at Junior Nationals in Nebraska
Three members of the Premier Showmen 4-H Club recently traveled to Nebraska to compete at the National Junior Heifer Show and Junior Nationals, representing Highland County and the state with pride.
Platner to ‘reflect’ on Senate bid amid sexual assault allegations
Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner says he's taking some time off the campaign trail to consider the "best path forward" amid claims that he sexually assaulted a woman six years ago, despite denying the allegations. 
Ohio ratepayer’s summer electric bills could top $800, report says
The estimates are of total average electricity costs from June to September. They were done using data from Heatmap News, which collaborated with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology to create the Electricity Price Hub.
A sermon on Matthew 13:1-23
Jesus invites you to know Him. The seed is the word of Jesus about His Kingdom. What is Jesus saying? Jesus wants to put His Grace into your soul. Grace is God's Love in action. 
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