Birds find a way to please the senses
From the simple trills of chipping sparrows to more complex songs, birds provide music to the ears.
1816: The year without a summer
Sam Moore's grandfather, who was born in 1867, used to tell of hearing the old-timers, including his own grandfather, tell of the year when the Fourth of July was celebrated by throwing snowballs.
Dairymen, the VFD is on its way
The new Veterinary Feed Directive will take effect on Jan. 1, 2017, to help insure the judicious use of antimicrobials. Here's what you need to know.
Grants for farmers
Each year millions of dollars are made available to fund farm projects. Grants help farmers, rural businesses and other agriculture advocates develop and strengthen the food system.
A trip to the bar, the Niagara Bar, that is
Recently graduated and just days away from his first day as a full-time civil engineer, Mike Tontimonia's grandson Josh Miller joined him for some fishing at the Niagara Bar.
Rooted deep in family traditions
It was a beautiful day for a road trip, and there was a lamb out there in the world calling my name.
Murder was contemplated
Kymberly Seabolt's "Mr. Wonderful" removed the trees from the front of their home, without her input. Once the shock wore off, she began plotting.
Cicadas look alien, but they are harmless
By the end of the month, cicadas will be impossible to miss in parts of Ohio, West Virginia, southwestern Pennsylvania and western Virginia.
Producers have new loan options
Earlier this year, FSA significantly expanded the list of commodities eligible for Farm Storage Facility Loans.
Community gardens develop a sense of pride in gardeners
The Harrison Soil and Water Conservation District's community garden has served as a model to educate people about backyard gardening.
