Roundup of gardening news for March 18, 2021
Learn more about local gardening events in Pike and Stark counties, Ohio.
Chickens, praying mantises could be lanternflies’ enemies
Snapshots are helping researchers at Penn State zoom in on native species that might feed on the destructive spotted lanternfly.
Controlled fishing, hunting available in Ohio this spring
Anglers and hunters are encouraged to apply for controlled access opportunities this spring. The online application period is open until March 31.
Roundup of FFA news for March 18, 2021
Catch up on local FFA news from Northwestern FFA, Utica FFA, Black River FFA and Edon FFA.
Get your gear ready for Lake Erie walleye fishing
Thanks to a legendary run of strong walleye hatches dating back to 2015, there are plenty of fish in Lake Erie for anglers to catch this spring.
Roundup of 4-H news for March 18, 2021
Catch up on local 4-H news from Next Generation 4-H Club and Growing Traditions 4-H Club.
OPSB sets public hearing on Champaign County solar project
The Ohio Power Siting Board will hold a public hearing June 8 on Clearview Solar I, LLC’s proposal to construct a 144 megawatt solar farm in Adams Township in Champaign County. The project would cover 1,195 acres of land.
Ohio legislation would stop towns from banning natural gas
Three bills recently introduced in Ohio seek to stop local governments from limiting the use of fossil fuels. Similar legislation has been proposed or passed in several others states in response to some West Coast cities banning natural gas hookups in new construction.
Ohio researchers create new type of coating for solar panels
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University developed a new type of coating that could make the photovoltaic cells used to make solar panels last six times longer. This development could dramatically decrease the cost of replacing worn out cells.
Pennsylvania fairs, 4-H continue planning for the summer
Pennsylvania 4-H and fairs are planning for the 2021 fair season, while waiting on official guidelines and restrictions from the state for year two of the pandemic.
