Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Bill Stepp, Ohio Auctioneers Association HOF

Auctioneers from across the state convened in Columbus, Jan. 12-14, for the Ohio Auctioneers Association (OAA) annual conference.
closeup of horse grazing

Pennsylvania confirmed cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis in three counties Sept. 21. The virus can be life-threatening for humans and animals.
Ohio FFA theme

Our student helper shares her experiences after attending her first Ohio FFA State Convention.

Good math and iPads helping California berry growers.
Central State University

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) made funds available June 23 to support food and agriculture science facility improvement at Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio.

It's disappointing so many Easter egg safety articles suggest making separate batches to eat and hide. There are safe ways to eat the eggs you hide.
baldfaced hornets' nest close up

It’s important to be aware of large wasp and hornet nests during late summer, so you can avoid them and reduce your chances of getting stung.
Lawrence grand lamb in ring

This year's Lawrence County Fair market livestock sale totaled 238,061.25. Here are the results of this year's grand and reserve champion winners.
Ed Crawford

The Ohio Department of Agriculture honored the Putnam County Soil and Water Conservation District, Sunrise Cooperative and Ed Crawford. 
seldom seen farm

Kevin Holy, owner of Seldom Seen Farm, talks about his bourbon barrel-aged maple syrup and participating in the Ohio's annual Maple Madness Tour in March.