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How to make eastern redbud jam
Liz Partsch provides a step-by-step guide on how to make eastern redbud jam from the flowers that grow on the native eastern redbud tree.
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How to make eastern redbud jam
Liz Partsch provides a step-by-step guide on how to make eastern redbud jam from the flowers that grow on the native eastern redbud tree.
How to host a memorable dinner party for any occassion
Have you ever wanted to host a few people for dinner and were not sure where to start? I can help.
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CWD detected in six Ohio counties during 2025-26 hunting season
Positive CWD samples were detected in Allen, Crawford, Hancock, Hardin, Marion and Wyandot counties in Ohio. A total of 6,617 deer were tested for CWD during the 2025-26 hunting season.
Ohio Country coffee pot design depended on your nationality
Antique collector and historian Paul Locher explores the cultural divide of Ohio’s frontier coffee pots. From New England’s lighthouse designs to the intricate Germanic punchwork, Locher details the craftsmanship of local tinsmiths and the distinct styles of early American settlers.
Enemies we have never met: Navigating disastrous DIY and former owners
Owning an old home means uncovering decades of questionable DIY repairs, writes longtime columnist Kymberly Foster Seabolt. From "cookie tin" junction boxes to rusty razors, see why every renovation is a gamble.
Spring rain equals runoff: How to protect local streams
Spring rains bring more than just flowers—they bring stormwater runoff. Ashland SWCD's Zoey Dudte talks about how soil, pollutants and nutrients impact our local waterways and shares simple steps you can take to protect our water quality.
Better farming starts with you: The power of self-awareness
Discover how self-awareness and personality assessments like MBTI and DiSC can transform communication and reduce conflict within your farm family business.
Evaluating pasture damage: Is it time to renovate or repair?
Hard summers and muddy springs have left many pastures thin and weed-heavy. Ohio State University's Dean Kreager talk about how to use pasture condition scoring, soil testing and weed management to bring your forage back to life.
































