Ohio Amish woman found not guilty by insanity in son’s drowning death
Ruth Miller, of Millersburg, Ohio, was found not guilty by reason of insanity after experts cited severe mental illness. She was charged in the drowning death of her 4-year-old son at Atwood Lake campground last summer.
Can you identify this double-sided serrated axe?
Hazard a Guess Item No. 1301 is some kind of axe, submitted by a gentleman from West Virginia. Can you help us identify what it is and how it is used?
The sky dance: Witnessing the American woodcock’s spring ritual
The American Woodcock—affectionately known by nicknames like the "timberdoodle" or "bogsucker"—kicks off its annual sky dance, a breathtaking aerial display performed under the cover of twilight. This isn't just a bird flight; it’s a full-scale production, according to natural colunist Tami Gingrich
How to repair mud and hay feeding damage after winter feeding
Did you know the waste area from feeding 1 hay bale can breed 1 million stable flies? Learn "mud math" and expert steps from Ohio State University Extension's John Yost on how to restore damaged pastures and boost forage quality.
Round-up of FFA News for the week of March 5, 2026
Find out what West Holmes FFA, Black River FFA, West Branch FFA, Ashland FFA and Hillsdale FFA chapters are up to.
Farm and Dairy Weekly Rundown: Episode 47 (3-5-26)
Reporters Liz Partsch and Paul Rowley give readers a rundown of the top stories in the Farm and Dairy the week of March 5, 2026.
Seldom Seen Whiskey Company launches first batch of maple whiskey
Building on the success of their award-winning bourbon-barrel-aged maple syrup, Kevin and Morgan Holy, of Montville, Ohio, are bringing their story full circle by aging rye whiskey in barrels previously used for their signature syrup. This unique spirit will make its debut during Seldom Seen Farm’s annual pancake breakfasts on March 7, 8, 14 and 15.
H5N1 in the milking parlor: New insights into transmission and risks
Ohio State University's Natalie Tarbuck takes a deep dive into H5N1 bird flu in U.S. dairy herds, from udder health to biosecurity. Discover why commercial milk remains safe and how the virus is evolving.
Penn State launches 2026 session of the Butcher Apprenticeship Program
This session of the Penn State Butcher Apprenticeship will run from July 13 to Aug. 7 at Penn State’s University Park campus.
Lake Erie shipwreck identified after 157 years
After a decade of searching, the National Museum of the Great Lakes and CLUE have finally identified a mysterious Lake Erie shipwreck as The Clough, a 125-foot stone-hauler lost to a brutal 1868 storm. This historic discovery was confirmed by unique architectural details and a distinctive hull patch, bringing a 150-year-old mystery to a close. The identification also serves as a poignant tribute to lead diver David VanZandt, who dedicated his life to uncovering the lake's hidden history.
