Sunday, April 5, 2026
pa governor signs farm bill

Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf signed the PA Farm Bill into law, investing $23.1 million into agricultural programs.
beets and radishes

Whether you want to replace early-maturing vegetables or you've had trouble getting things to grow, midsummer planting can give you a second chance.
windmill

The mentality of the paper traders is that “rain makes grain.” The reality on the farm is that rain makes mud balls and little yellow corn plants. Experts were left scratching their heads over the numbers in the June 28 USDA corn and soybean planting report, and the market's volatility echoed that confusion.

The last of three columns by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Ernie Pyle, who reported on the hardships and bravery of soldiers during World War II.
Ernie Pyle tank 1944

The second of three columns by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Ernie Pyle, who reported on the hardships and bravery of soldiers during World War II.
Ernie Pyle tank 1944

The first of three columns by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Ernie Pyle, who reported on the hardships and bravery of soldiers during World War II.
Slansky ODA Award

Joe Slansky, Lake County fair board vice president, will be inducted into his fair's hall of fame this summer.
gardening news

Catch up on local gardening news in Jefferson and Ross counties in Ohio.
FFA logo

FFA chapters have received grants designed to help their local communities via The Ohio FFA Foundation's Agricultural & Rural Community Outreach Program.
kayaks

The 6th annual Ohio Women's Outdoor Adventures weekend will run Sept. 13-15 at Mohican State Park.