USDA removes import restrictions for certain European Union countries
U.S. import restrictions are being lifted for the following EU countries where no cases of foot-and-mouth disease have been reported: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Portugal, Spain and Sweden.
Doolittle Raiders shine in Pearl Harbor
Actors shared the spotlight with veterans during the premiere of the movie, Pearl Harbor.
USDA still fumbling with price reporting
On May 14, AMS discovered a technical error in the computer program for the livestock mandatory price reporting system. Livestock markets were shocked by revelations that the errors had understated prices of boxed beef since the beginning of April.
EPA approves new Bt corn from Mycogen and Pioneer
A new Bt corn plant-incorporated protectant has been conditionally registered for use until Sept. 30, 2001.
Erie County Boy Scouts win Pa. Envirothon
A team from North East High School in Erie County won the 18th annual Pennsylvania State Envirothon.
Guest Commentary: Don’t pinch on health insurance
Even if things are tough on the farm, you cannot afford to be without health insurance.
Historical society in Wellsville opens for summer tours
The Wellsville Historical Society will open its museum for Sunday tours through Aug. 26.
David Byers, Misty Sayers earn top Edison FFA honors
The Edison FFA chapter honored its members and special guests at its annual spring banquet May 11.
Massillon Cable to show program featuring veterans
The Memorial Day program is part of the Massillon Celebrates 175 salute to those who have served in the U.S. military.
Dress detective releases CD-ROM
American Dresses 1780-1900: Identification and Significance of 148 Extant Dresses by 93-year-old Elsie Frost McMurry, is a 810-page encyclopedic reference with more than 300 photographs and illustrations.
