Good morning, Fayette County. The countdown to the Highland County Fair has officially begun! As the Premier Showmen 4-H Club wraps up their final preparations with thank-you cards and checklists, they even received an unexpected boost from Congressman David Taylor, who shared how 4-H shaped his own journey. These dedicated young members are putting the finishing touches on their "Stars, Stripes and Smiles" veterans project while barn sponsors receive heartfelt appreciation—all signs pointing to an exceptional fair week ahead.
Beyond the fairgrounds, residents should note significant road construction has kicked off on State Routes 73 and 785, with improvements continuing until summer 2025. While ODOT promises to maintain at least one open lane throughout the projects, you'll want to plan for potential delays. In law enforcement news, the sheriff's office has been particularly busy, responding to 136 calls over a recent two-day period and making several arrests for domestic incidents—a reminder of the continuous work happening behind the scenes in our community.
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🌽 4-H club prepares for Highland County Fair with special guests. The Premier Showmen 4-H Club held their final meeting before the 2025 fair, focusing on thank-you notes and final checklists. Extension representatives reminded members about market sale forms and the importance of volunteers in making the fair successful. Congressman David Taylor visited to share how 4-H impacted his youth and career, praising the club's veterans service project "Stars, Stripes and Smiles." Members concluded by making thank-you cards for barn sponsors, looking forward to a wonderful fair week ahead.
🚨 Highland County sees multiple arrests for domestic violence and disorderly conduct. Deputies responded to several disturbances over a two-day period, charging individuals including 19-year-old Gage McGuire for domestic violence and 67-year-old Linda Sanderson for disorderly conduct. The sheriff's office also issued citations for various traffic violations including speeding and failure to yield. During the August 22-23 reporting period, authorities handled 136 total calls for service, with 91 being law enforcement related. The county jail currently houses 48 inmates—37 males and 11 females.
🚧 Highland County roads face major construction until summer 2025. ODOT has begun resurfacing projects on State Routes 73 and 785, with work stretching from the Adams County line to Deer Run Road on SR 73. The SR 785 improvements will cover the area between SR 247 and SR 73. Drivers can expect lane restrictions throughout the construction period but at least one lane will remain open. ODOT reminds motorists to stay alert, reduce speed, and watch for stopped traffic in work zones.
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