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DeWine orders flags at half-staff in Ohio
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered flags to be lowered. The order follows the death of Robert Hagler, a former judge in Greene County. Hagler’s obituary details the former judge died on Aug. 3 at 84-years-old. On all public buildings and grounds within Greene County, flags should be flown at half-staff […]
Wilmington Transit System back in compliance with state
WILMINGTON — After seven months of intensive effort, the Wilmington Transit System has received an outstanding Technical Assistance Review (TAR) from the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), confirming the system’s full compliance with all federal and state requirements, according to a city press release. In December 2023, ODOT...
Hillsboro City Council rejects auditor pay ordinance
After a year of off-and-on discussion, a proposed ordinance to adjust the salary of the city auditor was voted down by Hillsboro City Council at their Thursday, Aug. 15 meeting. The ordinance, which was amended and had a second reading in July after being tabled for a year, failed by...
A call for political decency
I’m writing this to express my extreme displeasure of how one person is choosing to exercise what he must believe is his right to free speech. The method in question is the display on his front porch of a hand making an obscene gesture with the word “Biden” attached.
Downtown Vitality Task Force meets
WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE — The city Downtown Vitality Task Force meeting was held Tuesday, Aug. 13 at the city administration building. Rick Brown, code enforcement officer, presented a draft letter that can be sent to downtown businesses when a violation of a historic business district building maintenance code has been found, such as broken windows, doors, and general disrepair of the premises. A building owner would be given 60 days to correct or repair said violation prior to a fine being imposed by the city.
City Abatement Committee discusses local properties
WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE — The City of Washington Abatement Committee met on Wednesday, Aug. 14 in city council chambers. A list of properties under the control of the Fayette County Land Bank was reviewed with no changes. The next Land Bank meeting will be held Monday, Aug. 19 at 10:30 a.m for updates to these properties.
FCPH announces upcoming programs/activities
WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE — Fayette County Public Health (FCPH) has announced the upcoming programs and activities. Join Jennifer Eggleton, Extension Educator at OSU Extension Fayette County, and Ashley Roberts, Director of Nursing at Fayette County Public Health, to learn about healthy living and make a pizza using vegetables from the YMCA community garden. Earn $20 worth of Fayette County Farmers’ Market coupons for attending.
Tissots' generous playground donation, other planned park upgrades announced at Hillsboro City Council meeting
Hillsboro Mayor Justin Harsha announced that longtime local business owners and philanthropists Darrell and Jane Tissot are donating funds to build a ninja course playground at the Railroad Street Park as part of numerous park-related discussions at the Aug. 15 Hillsboro Council meeting. Repeatedly calling it a “huge” contribution to...
Highland County Health Department hosting blood drive
The Highland County Health Department is excited to be hosting its third Hoxworth Blood Drive Thursday, Aug. 22 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. The Hoxworth Donor Bus will be parked in the HCHD parking lot at 1487 North High St., Hillsboro. There are two easy ways to schedule an appointment:. •...
Clinton Co. Municipal Court reports
The following report is compiled using a disposition report provided by Clinton County Municipal Court. The information includes the defendant’s name, age, residence if listed, charge(s) disposed, fine, court costs assessed, jail sentence and any special conditions. Judge David Henry currently oversees the court, which administers the law in criminal misdemeanor cases.
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