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America 250: The role of prayer and 'in God we Trust' in America’s founding and beyond

As Americans celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, many also are remembering the role of prayer and the founders’ and presidents’ belief in “in God we trust.”
Survey: Patriotism runs high as most Americans are achieving the American Dream
A majority of U.S. adults say they are living the American Dream and are proud to be Americans, while negative sentiments toward AI’s effect on the American Dream have risen, a new report from the Archbridge Institute reveals.
Operator warns of record power demand as heat continues
Temperatures this week hit the highest levels since 2014, the company said in a statement, with little relief expected soon. The temperature reached 100 degrees in southern Ohio on July 3.
America’s 250th: Fireworks, fairs and festivals planned in nation's capital
The federal government has planned a day packed with events commemorating the nation's highly anticipated 250th birthday, including an address from President Donald Trump before a massive fireworks show kicks off Saturday night.
The brave and noble 56 on America's 250th
On Independence Day, July 4, let us not forget to think about the 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence and the prices many paid for their respective commitments to forming a new nation.
Candidates on a listening tour 
On July 12, Democrats and independents, friends and neighbors are invited to join three state candidates on the patio at The Porch in Hillsboro.
Premier Showmen 4-H Club honors local leaders through community service project
The Premier Showmen 4-H Club recently completed a community service project designed to recognize and thank local government officials and community leaders for their dedication and service to Highland County.
How to think about the American Revolution
So long as we continue in good conscience to appeal, as we did in our beginning, “to the Supreme Judge of the world for the rectitude of our intentions,” we may “with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence,” like Americans of all preceding generations, with good heart “pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor” in this greatest of earthly causes.
AC/DC tribute band Thunderstruck draws crowd at 2026 Festival of the Bells
A lively and enthusiastic crowd was “Thunderstruck” by the second annual “Rock the Bell” night at the City of Hillsboro Festival of the Bells, as the AC/DC tribute band drew a big turnout to uptown Hillsboro Friday, July 3.
HCP columnist Jim Thompson publishes 'The Adventures of Tippy'
Longtime Highland County Press columnist Jim Thompson has published "The Adventures of Tippy," a new paperback book available on Amazon.
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