🕯️ Highland County honors crime victims with candlelight vigil next week. The Highland County Commissioners have proclaimed April 6-12 as National Crime Victims' Rights Week, with a special vigil planned for April 11 at the courthouse. Organized by the County Victim Witness office, the event will display nearly 50 photos of victims dating back to 1978, creating a space for remembrance and community healing. Director Ashley Sanders describes it as "a memorial service" where attendees can bring photos of loved ones lost to violence, crashes, or other tragedies. The vigil aligns with this year's national theme of "KINSHIP," emphasizing shared humanity in supporting crime survivors.
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📚 Carnegie Library celebrates community connections during National Library Week. From April 6-12, the library invites everyone to explore its diverse offerings including storytimes, digital resources, and STEAM programs. Patrons can enter a special drawing for "Library After Hours," earning tickets with checkouts for a chance to enjoy behind-the-scenes tours and pizza. The celebration highlights how libraries serve as essential hubs for learning and creativity that bring people together. Whether visiting for books, Wi-Fi, or career assistance, Carnegie Public Library supports community members at every life stage.
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🏡 Washington Court House breaks ground on major housing development. The new Bishop Estates subdivision on Merritt Way will bring 149 single-family homes to the Ohio city, developed in three phases over approximately 27 months. JLB1 Properties partnered with DR Horton, one of Ohio's largest builders, for the project that will feature streets named after trees. The development includes an egress onto Dayton Avenue and will be built on a carefully planned timeline with Boss Excavating handling infrastructure work. City officials joined developers and contractors at Tuesday's groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate this significant addition to local housing.
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