Thursday, May 7, 2026
Ohio State Fair

The Ohio Department of Agriculture released the dates for the 2023 fair season, including Ohio's 94 county and independent fairs and the Ohio State Fair.
container-grown tree

There are a couple overwintering options for container-grown trees that protect their root systems without bringing them out of a dormant state.
lambs and ewes

A crazy ending to winter lambing was a fitting end to 2022 for Rebecca Miller. On to 2023.
gardening news

The Mahoning County Master Gardener Volunteer program training will be offered through Mahoning County OSU Extension starting Feb. 7.
Northridge FFA

Catch up on local FFA news from Northridge FFA, Zane Trace FFA and Northwestern FFA.
Pat Brundige

A lifetime 4-H supporter, Ohio State Fair manager and three Darke County judges are being honored for their dedication to Ohio State University Extension. 
Pills, Fentynal Powder, and Heroin syringe sit on a table

A new poll shows increased awareness and willingness to talk about the opioid crisis among rural adults, compared to 2017. 

The Pennsylvania Milk Marketing Board extended the $1 per hundredweight premium for six months starting Jan. 1, saying it needed more time to consider a change to the over-order premium system.
solar panels

The Ohio Power Siting Board denied Kingwood Solar’s application to construct a 175 megawatt solar farm in Greene County, citing overwhelming local opposition to the project.
Eastern White Pine

Learn how to grow your own native Christmas tree to plant at the end of the season to benefit wildlife and improve the ecosystem in your backyard.