Saturday, June 20, 2026
vegetable kabobs

There’s an abundance of delicious fruits and vegetables to eat. Why not try them on the grill? Learn how to prepare and grill produce.
solar panels in an array in Ohio in the winter

An in-person hearing is scheduled Aug. 19 for a 144 megawatt solar farm planned for Champaign County.  The project, proposed by Clearview Solar I, LLC, would be located 1,075 acres within a 1,195 project area in Adams Township.
A barn behind a field.

The White House Office of Management and Budget rejected a proposal that would have essentially expanded the definition of “rural” to include larger areas, following widespread concerns about the suggested change.
farm eminent domain

Attorneys for Mike and Barb Cameron asked for the suit, filed by Mill Creek MetroParks, to be dismissed on July 6, citing language in the budget bill that would prevent a park district from taking land for a recreational trail.
bluegill

Former strip mine lands owned by the state of Ohio provide opportunities for hunting, fishing, hiking, birding and camping. Discover where to plan a trip.
Katahdin sheep in a pasture

Attendees at the Ohio Forage and Grasslands Council July 9 field day visited Lone Pine Pastures and Leroy Kuhns farm in Wayne County. The council also presented several awards at the event.
FFA logo

The West Holmes FFA chapter sent 17 members to the Ohio Leadership Camp at FFA Camp Muskingum, in Carroll County, June 25-28. 
Bonnie Ayars

Bonnie Ayars was honored with National Dairy Shrine's Pioneer Award this year in recognition of her significant contributions to the dairy industry. 
Gypsy moth

Learn more about Gypsy moth caterpillars, their preferred host and proven management techniques to eliminate the pest.
4-H-logo

Catch up on local 4-H news from Green Valley 4-H Club and Granny's Kids 4-H Club.