Grace House Transitional Housing on 333 N. High St. in Hillsboro has a fundraiser called FIST Support.  FIST stands for Faithful In Small Things.  FIST suggests strength, might, or power.  With three "peas" in a pod in the FIST, support can be given to defray the expense of opening Grace House last December.  The three "peas" stand for:  Pray for the residents, Praise for this kind of housing, and Pledge a small amount monthly. 

       Commissioners finalized preparations for this week's visit by Ohio first lady Frances Strickland, while focusing on a number of other pending issues at their Wednesday board meeting.

  The Southern State Community College Board of Trustees has announced its four finalists for the position of president of the college.