How a Farmall M and family restored Grandpa Charlie’s spark
Life is full of sad and glorious moments. Discover how an autumn 1959 farm sale, a red Farmall M tractor, and the love of a growing young family helped restore joy, purpose, and laughter to a grieving great-grandfather who had lost his spark.
In good (enough) health
Columnist Kymberly Foster Seabolt humorously reflects on the daily struggle of adult meal planning, healthy eating, and packing lunches. From trading sad spinach salads for Dairy Queen runs, she shares why balancing good health with life's simple pleasures is easier said than done.
The one you choose: How a feisty runt puppy won a hunter’s heart
Retired wildlife officer Jim Abrams reflects on the quiet heartache and hope of choosing a new hunting dog. Discover how an unexpectedly feisty runt puppy named Bramble stole the show and made the final decision for him in the whelping box.
Why Ohio farmers should save nitrogen application for spring
Thinking about applying nitrogen fertilizer this fall? Ohio State University Extension educator Lee Beers breaks down the risks, soil temperature thresholds, and why delaying nitrogen application until spring is recommended to protect your crop investment and prevent costly nutrient loss.
Mystery solved: The story of the joggling bench
In a recent Hazard a Guess column, readers identify Mystery Item No. 1308 as a joggling board. Discover the 1803 South Carolina origin story behind this porch staple, why it became known as a courting bench, and how it was originally designed to help ease rheumatism.
The heart of Ohio has many arteries
Ohio's H2Ohio initiative has invested millions to restore over 20,000 acres of water-filtering wetlands and revitalize state rivers. These natural infrastructure projects combat harmful algal blooms, reduce flood risks, and create vital wildlife habitat across the Buckeye State.
Sweet memories: Ohio brothers recall 1960s pony ice cream route
In 1960s New London, Ohio, four brothers turned a beloved pony and a custom surrey into a thriving summer ice cream route. Decades later, the Sutherland family honored their parents' creative vision and lessons in hard work during a final parade appearance.
Dig it: Hunting for a gently used excavator with Mr. Wonderful
After months of persuasive arguments from her husband, Kymberly Foster Seabolt embraces the quest to find a gently used excavator. From farm chores to visiting adult kids, supporting a partner's heavy equipment dreams proves to be a fun new adventure in marriage.
The grueling history of growing flax in early America
From Gov. George Yeardley’s Virginia colony to German settlers in Pennsylvania and Ohio, flax was essential for making pioneer linen. Despite its grueling, backbreaking labor, growing flax became a vital crop for early American survival.
Fall soil testing: Optimize field nutrients and fertilizer plans
Fall is an ideal time to conduct soil testing for fields and pastures. Checking soil pH, nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium levels helps boost crop yields, prevent livestock health issues like grass tetany, and maintain proper fertilizer application records under Ohio law.
