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Ohio Department of Commerce announces America 250-Ohio celebration events, activities, initiatives

In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, the Ohio Department of Commerce announces a series of special events specifically tied to its work as the state’s chief regulatory agency. These events, activities and initiatives are designed to engage, inform, and educate Ohioans about the role and impact the agency plays every day, especially as it relates to the industries that Commerce oversees and regulates to keep Ohioans safe.
Lady Rockets honored for perfect SHAC basketball season
The Lady Rockets were honored recently at the SHAC winter sports banquet.
Georgetown Post investigating fatal motorcycle crash
The Georgetown Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is currently investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred at 6:25 p.m. on April 22.
Ohio attorney general candidates push for non-partisan leader in office
The candidates running for Ohio Attorney General are focusing their early campaigns on their legal experience as two Democrats head toward a May primary, and the sole Republican candidate looks to the November general election.
Annual Buford School Alumni Dinner set for May 23
The Buford School Alumni Dinner will be held Saturday, May 23 at the Pricetown Church of Christ Fellowship Hall, 2070 SR 131, Hillsboro.
Ohio Fire Marshal highlights importance of Ohio volunteer firefighters, impact of new recruitment portal during National Volunteer Week
In recognition of National Volunteer Week this week, April 19-25, the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal is highlighting the critical role that volunteer firefighters play in keeping Ohio communities safe and key steps that have been taken to address a steep decline in Ohio’s volunteer fire service.
Analysis: US defense contractors are getting a huge share of taxpayer dollars
Except for Medicare, Medicaid, and interest on the national debt, defense contractors are getting the biggest share of Ohioans’ federal tax dollars, according to a new analysis.
Analyst: Southern Poverty Law Center indictment will increase scrutiny of group
"SPLC created bank accounts in the name of at least five completely fictitious organizations that had no bona fide employees or legitimate business purpose,” Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche said. “The money was passed from SPLC to one sham account, to a second sham account, and then loaded onto prepaid cards to give to the members of the extremist groups. The DOJ’s indictment alleges those groups include the Ku Klux Klan, the Aryan Nation, and the National Alliance.
Hillsboro Great Oaks FFA competes in State General Livestock Preliminary Judging
In this event, students are challenged with what it takes to be a good livestock judge.
5 Hillsboro FFA Members Receive a Star FFA Award
On April 12, the Hillsboro Great Oaks FFA Chapter hosted their annual Chapter Awards Ceremony.
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