Roundup of 4-H news for Aug. 14, 2025
The much-loved Mullet Contest at the Lawrence County Fair is back and bigger than ever, now joined by the exciting new addition of the Rapunzel Contest.
Reader: Ruffled feathers
A curious hen meets a bulging wagon tire tube, and one peck later, feathers, dust and laughter fill the barnyard in this unforgettable farm tale.
Reader: Never trust a horse
A rocky garden, a neighbor’s horse team and a runaway disc turn a simple West Virginia plowing job into an unforgettable — and slightly chaotic — adventure.
Rural health systems at risk of closing, cutting services after Medicaid cuts
Recent cuts to Medicaid in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act threaten Pa. and Ohio rural health systems that rely on this crucial funding to stay open.
Summit County Fair Livestock Sale results
The Summit County Junior Fair sale took place July 26 and totaled $280,820. Find all the results and a full gallery here.
Thrift and Thrive turns turkey processing plant into headquarters for hope
The turkey slaughterhouse at Barth Farms found new life as a a thrift store that donates proceeds to a differently charity organization each month.
Farm and Dairy Weekly Rundown: Episode 18 (8-07-25)
Reporters Liz Partsch and Paul Rowley give a rundown of the top stories in Farm and Dairy newspaper for the week of Aug. 7, 2025.
2025 Trumbull County Fair Livestock Sale results
The Trumbull County Fair Livestock Sale brought in $542,853.54 from 272 lots.
Preserved farmland helping school district expand ag education for students
Wilmington schools and local farmers partner to preserve land and teach students sustainable farming through hands-on agricultural education.
Roundup of FFA news for Aug. 8, 2025
West Holmes FFA and Fayetteville FFA check in with updates about summer fun.
