The Highland County Republican Party will hold its annual GOP Family Picnic on Sunday, July 24 at the Back Room Paradise event center, 6174 Miller Lane, Hillsboro, from 4-7 p.m.

The public is invited to attend and meet the local Republican office holders and candidates. Speakers include Bob Peterson, candidate for state representative; Shane Wilkin, candidate for state senator; Alex Butler, candidate for county auditor; and Brad Roades, candidate for county commissioner. Other state campaigns will be represented and signs will be available.

A full picnic fare of hamburgers, hot dogs, pulled pork with drinks and sides will be served at 5 p.m. There will be games for children. The cost is $5 for adults. Kids eat free.

RSVP to Republican headquarters, 937-393-1067 or 937-402-1866.

Submitted by Paulette Donley, Highland County Republican Party.