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$1.15T Pentagon funding authorization bill passes U.S. House

A $1.15 trillion annual defense funding bill finally passed the U.S. House Wednesday after weeks of delay. Six Democrats joined all but seven Republicans in voting to support the National Defense Authorization Act, which outlines defense spending and authorizes Pentagon programs for fiscal year 2027.
Premier Showmen members bring smiles to campers at KAMP Dovetail
Members of the Premier Showmen 4-H Club recently spent an evening volunteering at KAMP Dovetail, where they helped create a fun-filled experience for campers by operating 25 different carnival games.
Former Lake County auditor’s office employee indicted 
The Lake County Grand Jury has returned a four-count indictment against a former employee of the Lake County Auditor’s Office who allegedly was paid for time off based on fraudulent medical excuses. 
NYC landlords sue city board over Mamdani's rent freeze
In the lawsuit, filed in state Supreme Court on Staten Island, lawyers for the landlords claim that Mamdani "went to extraordinary lengths" to pack the nine-member New York City Rent Guidelines Board "with loyalists and then spent millions in City funds to fill the board’s hearings with tenant advocates. 
Will the Supreme Court legalize home distilling?
Ohioan John Ream is an accomplished aerospace engineer and brewery owner. He would like to try his hand at making Bourbon. However, federal law prohibits distilling spirited beverages at home. On Monday, he filed a petition in the Supreme Court of the United States asking it to hear his case, which raises important questions about the limits of federal power.
Highland County Sheriff’s Report
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Hillsboro City Schools seeking to hire 2 school resource officers; district prepares for upcoming school year
The Hillsboro City Schools Board of Education approved the job description and salary schedule for two new School Resource Officer positions during their Monday, July 20 meeting.
Highland County land bank board reviews recent issues with demolition projects
Members of the Highland County Land Reutilization Corporation (land bank) board reviewed several recent developments with properties in the Building Demolition & Site Revitalization Grant Program, taking action on some proposals while rejecting other requests.
Federal funding coming to Ohio for abandoned mine cleanup, but at reduced rate
Despite federal cuts by Congress to a program to help Appalachian states clean up damage from coal mines, some money will be flowing to states including Ohio in the form of federal grants.
Hillsboro Christian Academy announces 2026-27 free, reduced-price meal policy
Hillsboro Christian Academy has announced its 2026-2027 program year policy free and reduced price meals for students unable to pay the full price of meals or milk served under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast, After School Care Snack or Special Milk Programs.
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