The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) County Activities of Excellence awards celebrate unique, local, volunteer-driven programs that serve as models of innovation for local program development. The winning counties, including 12 from Ohio, receive a grant to fund participation in the Farm Bureau CAE Showcase at the 2025 American Farm Bureau Annual Convention & Trade Show on Jan. 24-29, in San Antonio.

The Highland volleyball team shrugged off a slow start in their home Division IV district semifinal contest against Worthington Christian to advance by scores of 25-17, 25-14, 25-6 and return to the district finals.