Heat wave can be ‘sneaky’ killer
Most people don't realize that their odds for a heat-related illness go up the longer they're exposed, climatologists say.
Number of West Nile virus cases rising
New numbers reflect a growing presence of West Nile virus in Ohio and Pennsylvania as the disease moves westward, leaving no county or town immune to the threat.
Agriculture committee: Don’t move all of APHIS to homeland security
A new proposal will keep portions of APHIS in the department of agriculture.
Harrison County Fair: Sale numbers down, but still considered a success
Although the crowd dwindled during the late hours of night, it didn't stop buyers from giving $111,201 to Harrison County 4-H members.
‘Locally grown’ label more important than ‘organic’ for consumers
Consumers choose locally grown food for product freshness and to help support local small farmers - and they're also more willing to pay a higher premium for "locally grown" than for "organic."
West Nile virus: Protection advice for humans and horses
Reduce West Nile virus risks by eliminating mosquito breeding sites on your property, such as tin cans, plastic containers, ceramic pots, or similar water-holding containers.
Appalachians’ cancer risk, death rates higher than national average
A study shows some Pennsylvanians in Appalachia at higher risk of death from colorectal cancer.
Flavored-milk drinkers get more calcium, less sugar
Don't swear off serving flavored milk just yet. The drinks might be more helpful to your health than you realize.
Ohio, Pa. top Guernsey quiz bowl
Youth from Ohio and Pennsylvania battled for bragging rights at the National Guernsey Youth Dairy Bowl Contest, June 22, in Sacramento, Calif.
Link found in animal temperament, bone size
Adding cattle to your herd? Look for big, solid animals. New research claims cCattle with fine bones may have a more skittish temperament than those with a heavier frame.
