Monday, March 2, 2026
FFA members sit next to each other in chairs.

The 2020 Ohio FFA Convention has been canceled, following concerns and orders on the COVID-19 pandemic.
West Branch State Park

State park visitors should be aware that some facilities have been closed to the public and safety recommendations for visitors have been put in place.
national guard members packing food

Thousands of people found themselves unemployed, suddenly, after COVID-19 measures forced businesses to close. That’s put a massive strain on food banks.
farmland

The U.S. Department of Agriculture and other agencies say it's business as usual in the COVID-19 shutdown. But uncertainty looms for agricultural markets.
Lake Erie

On March 30, the application deadline for farmers for the H2Ohio program moved back to its original March 31 date, walking back a COVID-19 deadline change.
guy carrying cans

Food banks facing overwhelming demand are being hamstrung by bureaucratic red tape. It's leaving people hungry and putting them in danger.
coyote

In response to criticism of an ODNR proposal to change coyote trapping and hunting rules, Rep. Don Jones introduced a new coyote bill in the Ohio House. The new bill would specify that there are no limitation on seasons for hunting or trapping and no permits required to take coyotes.
farmers hands on tool

Many agricultural businesses are still open after stay-at-home orders were enacted, but they’ve changed the way they operate.
holstein

Demand for fluid milk — half gallons and gallons — at retail outlets surged after the COVID-19 outbreak hit the U.S.
A computer with papers stacked on the keyboard.

Schools, colleges and some businesses are transitioning to online learning in response to COVID-19 risks. In rural areas with limited broadband access, this presents some challenges.