Opinions 27 January 2026

The grid will hold – maybe – but the bill will rise

The good news is that the lights are likely to stay on for most of us this week. The less comforting news is that Americans are about to pay a lot more for electricity anyway — not because the grid fails, but because of how we now power it.
In The News 27 January 2026
Groups file ethics complaint against Ohio state senator
The complaint, filed by Washington County for Safe Drinking Water and signed by groups, including Buckeye Environmental Network, Save Ohio Parks and FaCT Ohio. demanding an “urgent, transparent investigation,” into the alleged ethics violations by Sen. Brian Chavez, R-Marietta.
Opinions Fr. Mike Paraniuk 27 January 2026
Sermon on the Mount, Matthew 5:1-12
Have you ever had the experience that you love someone but struggle to like them? When you love someone you care for them, sacrifice for them, and want only the best for them. Love is not just a feeling, but a commitment to be with another in good times and in bad. 
Opinions Jim Thompson 27 January 2026
Tippy, Chapter Four
When I got to the end of the lane, there was nothing but empty buildings. No people, no animals, the corncribs were empty, nothing. They had left, and the only thing left was Buttons’ old doghouse, which I had used. I was completely dejected. They really had gone to Cincinnati, wherever that is.
Sports Hillsboro 27 January 2026
Third quarter, 2nd-half offensive rebounding send Hillsboro to loss against Fayetteville

MACON — If not for the third quarter where the Hillsboro Lady Indians were outscored 12-5, the non-conference game wo

Sports Whiteoak 27 January 2026
Peebles’ second frame sets tone in Whiteoak road loss

The Whiteoak Wildcats traveled to Adams County Friday evening (Jan.

In The News 27 January 2026
Leadership transition announced at McCarty Associates
McCarty Associates, a multidisciplinary architecture, engineering and surveying firm based in Southern Ohio, has announced a leadership transition, marking a new chapter for the company as it continues to evolve and expand its services.
Obituaries 27 January 2026
Norma Reed
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Norma Reed, 82, who left us peacefully on Jan. 22, 2026. 
Social 27 January 2026
Retired teachers to meet Feb. 9
The Highland County Retired Teachers’ Association (HCRTA) will hold its regular winter meeting on Monday, Feb. 9, at the Hillsboro Church of Christ’s Fellowship Hall.  
Sports Whiteoak 27 January 2026
Lady 'Cats continue to show great effort; fall to Minford

MACON — Playing in the second session of the 2026 Eastern Winter Hoops Classic at Eastern High School (inside the mid

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