Monthly Archives: December 2013
State approves northwest Ohio wind farm in Paulding County
The Ohio Power Siting Board recently authorized Northwest Ohio Wind Energy, LLC to construct a wind farm comprised of up to 59 wind turbines in Blue Creek and Latty townships in Paulding County.
‘Tis the season for electronic recycling
Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection reminds Pennsylvanians to recycle unwanted electronics instead of throwing them in the trash. When electronic items are thrown away, they often end up in a landfill where heavy metals within the electronics, such as lead, cadmium and mercury, pose a threat to the environment.
Firmly grounded yet moving forward
With bellies full and hearts warmed by family festivities, hopefully the holidays provide the much needed time to recharge our minds and rejuvenate our...
Another satisfied customer
There are two file folders in the lower, right drawer of my desk. One is labeled “Mail,” the other “Another Satisfied Customer.”
The former is...
Pa. governor signs bill that classifies high tunnels as ‘temporary structures’
Pa. Gov. Tom Corbett signed into law Dec. 23 a measure introduced by Sen. Elder Vogel that ensures high tunnel greenhouses are not considered permanent structures and categorized as real estate for tax purposes.
A roundup of 4-H news for the week of Dec. 26, 2013:
ORWELL, Ohio — The Orwell Hoppin Hoofers 4-H club held an election for the club Dec. 2.
Kortney Squibbs was elected president; Casey Hall, vice...
A roundup of FFA news for the week of Dec. 26, 2013:
OBERLIN, Ohio — The Firelands FFA chapter collected change for eight days in class for seven children in need in the community. They collected...
West Virginia: Chesapeake to pay $3.2 million to resolve Clean Water violations
Chesapeake Appalachia LLC to spend estimated $6.5 million to restore areas damaged by natural gas extraction.
Have a merry every day
As I write this the tree it twinkling, the cookies are soon to be baking, and I am slowly freaking out as I make a list and check it twice
‘Tis the season’ … to buy boats, sporting goods
Boat and sporting shows abound for the winter season.
