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Due to dangerously low temperatures in the weekend forecast, rising COVID cases, and the upcoming holidays, the weekly Saturday standouts in support of Ukraine and her people will be on hiatus until Saturday, Jan. 7.

Judith “Judi” Farquer, 68, of Hillsboro, passed away Monday, Oct. 24, 2022. For more information, visit www.turnerfuneralhomes.cc.

BLANCHESTER — Village officials are exploring the best way to get dumpsters for a community clean-up day.

The Ohio Development Services Agency and Clinton County Community Action Program will help income-eligible Ohioans stay warm through the winter months.

These are some highlights from the News Journal on November 3, 1975:

WILMINGTON — Theatre at Wilmington High School is set to present “Clue: On Stage” — and tickets are now on sale.

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — The National Toy Hall of Fame’s new honorees include an object dating to ancient times, a line of muscle-bound action figures and an iconic art set whose medium is colorful pegs. The hall on Thursday announced the top, Masters of the Universe and Lite-Brite as this year’s inductees.

Dick Simpson, Blanchester resident and US Navy veteran, has been a member of the Marion Post 179 for over 30 years. He has held numerous positions, including 1st Vice, 2nd Vice and Commander. He recently was presented with a patriotic quilt in thanks for his many years of service. Simpson is currently an active member of Marion Post 179. The quilt was designed and made by Marilyn Fenner of Blanchester Quilts and Crafts.

NEW YORK (AP) — Democrats celebrating a successful effort to keep control of the U.S. Senate this year will soon confront a 2024 campaign that could prove more challenging.

The City of Wilmington and Clinton County Regional Planning Commission will be holding a public engagement meeting regarding the Community Development Block Grant Neighborhood Revitalization program at Bible Missionary Baptist Church at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 8.