💔 Highland County rallies against overdose crisis with community events. Commissioners officially proclaimed August 31 as Overdose Awareness Day, with a special memorial service planned for August 28 at the courthouse lawn. The free event will feature speakers, food, resources, and counselors to support those affected by addiction. Additional observances include the Kristen Cannon Memorial Run/Walk on August 23 and Adam's Hope Walk in Greenfield on August 30. The events aim to remember lives lost while connecting community members with vital recovery resources and support services.
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🐐 Young 4-H members sharpen their goat-showing skills at specialized clinic. Premier Showmen 4-H Club members Bricen Stevens, Gracee Whaley, Bella Whaley, and Brooklynn Stevens recently attended a goat clinic hosted by the Highland County Goat Association. The August 16 session covered both Dairy and Pygmy Goats, teaching participants essential skills including proper grooming, hoof trimming, showmanship strategies, and appropriate show attire. Presenters also highlighted key characteristics judges look for in successful showmen. The Premier Showmen 4-H Club expressed gratitude to the Highland County Goat Association for supporting youth in the goat industry through this educational event.
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📱 Cell phone drivers create deadly highway hazards in Ohio. Columnist Rory Ryan recounts two near-miss collisions on State Route 247 where distracted drivers on phones nearly caused head-on crashes. Ohio law prohibits holding phones while driving, with penalties including fines up to $500 and license points. Despite 397 people killed in cell phone-related crashes last year, Ryan observes many drivers ignoring the law and questions whether police are issuing enough citations. He urges drivers to put phones down or pull over if calls are necessary.
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