Social 23 May 2010

2nd annual Memorial Day Weekend a cappella set for May 28

The a cappella singing will take place at the Highland County Fairgrounds at no cost. There will be no collections taken up. The first a cappella singing was a big success and enjoyed by more than 120 singers. Song leaders are especially encouraged to attend and welcome to lead any song of their choice.
In The News 23 May 2010
Oberschlake graduates from basic military training
Air Force Airman Jeff S. Oberschlake graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
Social 23 May 2010
Princesses brave the elements for a royal day
They braved thunderstorms, floods and tornadoes but, luckily, the beautiful princesses arrived safely in town. On Saturday, May 22, five princesses rolled into Hillsboro in a grand carriage. The royalty included Snow White, Belle, Jasmine, Sleeping Beauty and Cinderella. Prince Charming somehow got lost along the way, perhaps he refused to stop and ask for directions.
In The News 22 May 2010
Collapsed culvert closes SR 134 in Highland County
State Route 134 in Highland County has been closed due to collapsed culvert. The route is closed at the 8.39-mile marker, between S.R. 131 and S.R. 286. The closure is in effect until further notice, and motorists are being detoured via S.R. 131 and S.R. 138.
Headlines 22 May 2010
Area routes affected by high water, debris
Crews in Highland County are also working on all routes there to assess damages and making necessary repairs. All routes in Highland County remain open; however, motorists will want to exercise caution when traveling through work zones.
In The News 21 May 2010
National Weather Service: Reports of tornadoes in Highland County
   According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, reports have been received that tornadoes have touched down in southwestern Highland County, however those reports have not been confirmed.
 The county had been under a tornado warning, but , according to the NWS, was cancelled at 7:45 p.m.
Social 21 May 2010
Selecting, storing, and using fresh herbs
Cooking with herbs can add interesting flavors to foods, especially when salt, sugar, and fat are reduced in a recipe.  They are a quick way to add a new flair to your favorite meals. 
In The News 21 May 2010
Rep. Turner's amendment on deployed troops custody rights advances through committee
For a fourth consecutive year, legislation sponsored by U.S. Representative Michael R. Turner (R-Centerville) to protect military parents in child custody cases has advanced through the House Armed Services Committee.
Headlines 21 May 2010
SR 251 culvert replacement on hold
With two culvert replacement projects on state Route 251 completed earlier this week, crews from the Ohio Department of Transportation’s Brown County Highway Maintenance Facility will return to the route next week to wrap up their final project.
In The News 21 May 2010
Commissioners hold public hearing June 14 on CDBG
The Highland County Board of Commissioners will hold the second public hearing for the FY10 Community Development Block Grant on June 14, 2010, at 9 a.m. in the Commissioners’ meeting room, 119 Governor Foraker Place, Hillsboro. The public meeting for June 2 is canceled.
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