Three things to know

County gets state money for road projects. The Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) has released project agreements for the most recent annual round of infrastructure funding. They include funding for Hocking County to resurface a number of roads. Learn more on page A3.

Hospital opens Hep C clinic. Hocking Valley Community Hospital has a new Hepatitis C Clinic to help cure those who have been infected with the virus. Left untreated, chronic Hepatitis C can cause serious health problems. Learn more on page A5.

Extreme heat can be a killer. During the hot summer months, you need to be able to recognize heat exhaustion. Without intervention, the health department warns, heat exhaustion can quickly lead to heat stroke, a life-threatening condition. See column, page A5.