The CCAO Research and Educational Foundation congratulates Highland County’s Halle Ann Jones on receiving the 2025 Ohio Counties Scholarship for the Southwest District. The presentation took place on Wednesday morning with the Highland County Board of Commissioners.

Lake County has unveiled Vision 2050, its first comprehensive strategic plan in over 60 years. The plan supports smart growth, economic development, and natural resource protection while reflecting local values. Learn more: news-herald.com/2025/07/12/lak…

OCERP welcomes Lori Baldridge as Membership Services Coordinator! Lori will work with county officials and HR staff to boost engagement and educate on key plan features. To learn more about OCERP, visit OCERP457.com. Read more: ow.ly/2COe50WsRXA

Congrats to Fairfield County’s Katelyn Wynkoop, a Bloom-Carroll grad, on receiving the 2025 Ohio Counties Scholarship for the Central District! Pictured: Dillon Wynkoop, Steve Caraway, Katelyn, and Commissioners Steve Davis, Dave Levacy & Jeff Fix.

Congratulations to our members who were appointed to National Association of Counties boards and committees by NACo President J.D. Clark! CCAO looks forward to continue working with NACo to strengthen our connections and our counties.

Congratulations to Van Wert County’s Keaton Foster on being presented with the 2025 Ohio Counties Scholarship for the Northwest District. Keaton was presented the scholarship today by the Van Wert County Commissioners.

We are saddened by the passing of Don Hill, former CCAO President and longtime Licking County Commissioner. A dedicated leader who served seven terms, Don left a lasting impact on county government. Our condolences to his family and all who knew him. hendersonvanatta.com/obituaries/Don…

The CEBCO Board of Directors met Friday at our Columbus office to review pre-renewal factors for the 2026 benefit year. Grateful for the leadership, insight, and collaboration that continue to drive CEBCO forward!

⛳ The County Classic Golf Outing is almost 1 week away! Join us on August 8 and tee off for a great cause. All proceeds benefit the CCAO Research & Education Foundation Scholarship Fund. Register or donate today: birdease.com/countyclassic 🏌️‍♂️ Let’s make a difference!

Congrats to Merit Smith on being sworn in as Scioto County Commissioner on July 29! Selected to fill the seat of the late Cathy Coleman, Smith brings a strong commitment to public service. We wish him success in this new role. 🔗 ow.ly/lwNv50Wxjpg

The Summer 2025 edition of County Leader is now available! This issue is packed with a variety of stories, including the state budget, the America’s 250th Anniversary with County Partners at the Center, and much more! Check it out here: ccao.org/aws/CCAO/asset…

We are saddened to share the passing of former Franklin County Commissioner Dorothy Teater on July 29. She was the first woman to serve as commissioner and served as CCAO President in 1994. Her legacy of leadership continues to inspire. Read more: dispatch.com/story/news/loc…

📚 The Ohio History Connection’s History Fund grant program is now accepting applications! Counties, other public entities, and nonprofits can apply for funding to support Ohio history projects. Deadline: Sept. 9. Learn more: ohiohistory.org/preserve/local…

Congrats to Summit County’s Angela Freeman on receiving the 2025 Ohio Counties Scholarship! A grad of St. Vincent–St. Mary HS, Angela plans to become a Public Defender. She was recognized by County Exec. Shapiro and Council Pres. Darrow. 🎓👏

Yesterday, the CCAO/CEAO Northwest District gathered at Glass City Metropark in Lucas County. We toured, Toledo Mud Hens Fifth Third Field and Toledo Walleye Huntington Center. Thanks to Lucas County for hosting such a great event.

The CCAO Research and Educational Foundation congratulates Washington County’s Anna Ritter on receiving the 2025 Ohio Counties Scholarship for the Southeast District! She begins college this month studying criminal psychology, aiming to become a criminal profiler.

Congratulations to the 2025 County Classic Champions — Kyle Petty, Joe Gruber, Jordan Glick & Dillon Overman! 🏆 Thanks to all who donated & played, we surpassed our $10K goal for the Research & Education Foundation, funding scholarships for future public service leaders!

Now on display at the Ohio Statehouse! 🎉 Explore Holmes County’s rich history and industry in a special exhibit celebrating its bicentennial. 📍 Governor Thomas Worthington Center 🗓️ On view through Sept. 8 More info: ohiostatehouse.org/calendar/event…

Brown County hosted a successful CORSA HR training today, led by Ben Humphrey of Fishel Downey Albrecht & Riepenhoff, in the newly renovated Government Services Building. Thank you to all who made it possible and attended to strengthen our HR practices!

Ohio is ready for America’s 250th in 2026! 🌳🎥🇺🇸 All 88 counties will join in with Heritage Trees, film festivals, youth programs, trails and hometown picnics, honoring the past and inspiring the future. Read more in the Summer Edition of County Leader: ccao.org/aws/CCAO/asset…