Saturday, April 4, 2026
The Ohio Statehouse.

Gov. Mike DeWine signed Senate Bill 57 into law July 30, decriminalizing hemp and paving the way for the development of a new hemp industry in Ohio. The Ohio Department of Agriculture will administer the newly-created hemp program.
hermit crab

Did you end up with a hermit crab you never intended on winning? No worries, learn all the basics to give your new pet a long, happy life.
Finnegan

Callie Finnegan, a Lorain County 4-H'er, has excelled with her horse and pig projects at the county and state levels with her family's and friends' support.
wayne-building

The Wayne County Fair will unveil two new multi-purpose buildings for the fair this year. These buildings will also be available for year-round use.
mfp_map

The USDA's 2019 Market Facilitation Program will offer per-acre payments of $15-150, determined by county. The first payments will be made in August.
bison

The Throlson American Bison Foundation will award scholarships to college junior, senior or graduate students studying fields related to the bison industry.
FFA logo

Catch up on local FFA news from West Holmes FFA and Waterford FFA.
chicken wings

People who enjoy spicy food, containing capsaicin, should choose milk to reduce the burn, according to Penn State researchers.
child feeding a goat

The Coshocton Soil and Water Conservation District will host First FARM Friday on Main Street, Aug. 2, from 5-7:30 p.m.
art supplies

Sometimes 4-H parents have to get creative during fair week.