🔥 Massive barn fire knocks out power and cable services. A Washington Fire Department crew battled a fully engulfed barn fire behind 1007 Clinton Avenue at 3 a.m. Sunday, with assistance from Wayne Township and Concord Green departments. The blaze, which took three hours to control, caused an estimated $50,000 in damages and brought down nearby power lines, requiring AES crews to install a new pole. Spectrum and GloFiber technicians also worked to restore cable services disrupted when flames reached the height of power lines.
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🚔 Small town police blotter reveals a week of minor disturbances. The Highland County Sheriff's Office reported several domestic disputes, including one resulting in child endangerment charges against Clayton Crone of Hillsboro. Deputies also responded to a woman sitting near a roadway after a verbal altercation with family. The report lists multiple arrests for alcohol-related offenses, including OVI, underage consumption, and open container violations. Several young adults from Hillsboro and Leesburg were cited for these infractions during the last days of June.
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📚 Carnegie Library buzzes with summer activities for all ages. Little Free Libraries around Fayette County offer a "take a book, leave a book" exchange system for community members to share literature. The library hosts various storytimes throughout the week, including "Bonnie's Books" for preschoolers, "Little Wigglers" for ages 0-3, and "Kindergarten Gear Up" for children heading to school. Special events include Lego Time, Sewing Club, a fire department visit, ukulele jam sessions, and teen activities like friendship bracelet-making and journaling workshops. Adult programs feature a book club and digital assistance with eBooks.
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Spacious versatile family dream home: This $338,990 home features an open kitchen with bar-top facing the Great Room, a flexible den that can be a fifth bedroom, and an upstairs with a loft, laundry room, and four walk-in closets.
Traditional four bedroom recent upgrades: This traditional 4-bedroom home on Main Street is listed for $185,000 and boasts a remodeled kitchen, large living room, spacious primary bedroom with walk-in closet, and numerous recent upgrades including new siding and roof.
Two Duplexes Near Honda: For $725,000, grab two quality duplexes in Storybrook Subdivision, each with 2-bed/2-bath units, attached garages, and strong rental potential just 10 minutes from the new Honda Battery Plant.