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In The News 7 May 2026

Special audit details investigation into former Carrollton Exempted Village Schools treasurer

A finding for recovery of $42,529.11 was issued Thursday against the former treasurer for Carrollton Exempted Village Schools, who was convicted of stealing money from the district. The total against Amy Spears included court-ordered restitution, plus other losses identified as part of an investigation by the Auditor of State’s Special Investigations Unit.

In The News 7 May 2026

McClain class of 2026 heads into senior week; weeklong activities happening to mark graduation milestone

The closing of a chapter and the beginning of a new one are just steps away for the class of 2026 as students participate in the activities to honor this milestone.

In The News 7 May 2026

Trump says Iran agrees to no nuclear weapon, claims deal is close

The president said a deal with Iran is close, despite making the same claim multiple times since a ceasefire went into place April 7. However, Trump appears to acknowledge the Islamic Republic’s reluctance to reach a deal over the last month after several failed attempts to make a deal.

In The News 7 May 2026

Hillsboro Police Report

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In The News 7 May 2026

Hillsboro's Grace Allen slated as 2026-27 Ohio FFA State Sentinel

Hillsboro Great Oaks FFA member Grace Allen was slated as the 2026-27 Ohio FFA State Sentinel Friday evening during the final session of the 98th Ohio FFA Convention.

In The News 7 May 2026

Highland County land bank board OKs additional projects for state grant programs

The Highland County Land Reutilization Corporation (land bank) board added properties to their lists for both state grant programs during their Thursday, April 30 meeting, as they also heard updates on progress made for existing projects.

In The News 6 May 2026

Rubio confirms Epic Fury over; U.S. responding defensively in Strait of Hormuz

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Tuesday afternoon that Operation Epic Fury was concluded – similar to what the president has said in his communications with Congress – and that the U.S. is in a defensive phase in the Strait of Hormuz.

In The News 6 May 2026

UPDATED: Federal agents arrest Highland County man for alleged sexual exploitation crimes

A Highland County man was arrested Tuesday and is charged federally with sexually exploiting minors from California, Texas and Michigan.

In The News 6 May 2026

(UPDATED) 2026 Primary Roundup: Highland County voters unofficially choose Judkins, Kirk as next Common Pleas Court judges

The May 5 primary saw Highland County voters unofficially elect two new Common Pleas Court judges, with current County Court Judge John Judkins chosen for the General Division (felony court) and Denny Kirk elected as Juvenile and Probate Court judge.

In The News 6 May 2026

Former immigration judge wins in tight Ohio Supreme Court Republican primary

Former Franklin County Common Pleas Judge Colleen O’Donnell defeated a four-person Republican primary field to earn the nomination for the party, cementing the race against Democratic Ohio Supreme Court Justice Jennifer Brunner in the general election.

In The News 6 May 2026

Columbus lawyer John Kulewicz wins Ohio Democratic primary for Attorney General

Columbus-area attorney John J. Kulewicz will compete as the Democratic nominee against Republican Ohio Auditor Keith Faber in November in an open race for Ohio Attorney General, according to unofficial results Tuesday, the Associated Press has projected.

In The News 6 May 2026

Sherrod Brown wins Ohio Dem U.S. Senate primary, set to face Jon Husted in November

Former U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown won Tuesday’s primary for the Democratic nomination this November in a special election for an Ohio U.S. Senate seat, the Associated Press has projected.

In The News 6 May 2026

In Ohio Secretary of State race, it will be Allison Russo v. Robert Sprague, AP projects

The race for Ohio Secretary of State will be a competitive one this November, with state Rep. Allison Russo winning the Democratic nomination, and Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague winning the Republican nomination Tuesday.

In The News 6 May 2026

Democrat Amy Acton and Republican Vivek Ramaswamy advance in Ohio election for governor

Ohio’s race for governor this November is set. The Associated Press projects Republican Vivek Ramaswamy will face Democrat Amy Acton in November according to unofficial results.

In The News 6 May 2026

Unofficial 2026 Primary Election Results

The following are unofficial results for the May 5 primary election in Highland County, with 31 of 31 precincts reporting and early/absentee votes reported.

In The News 5 May 2026

Dayton man charged with engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity, drug offenses in Highland County case

A Dayton man was arraigned this week after a Highland County grand jury returned an indictment charging with 22 counts, including engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity and a major drug offender specification, last month.