Wednesday, March 18, 2026
golden rod with bugs

Golden rod is responsible for keeping monarch butterflies fat and fed during their migration. It is not responsible for hay fever.
staghorn Sumac

Tami Gingrich shares the wonderful benefits staghorn sumac offers to both humans and wildlife.
wild ramps

The presence of a second species of ramp, Allium burdickii — commonly known as narrow-leaved wild leek — has been documented in southwest Pennsylvania.
lunch box

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has tips for parents and caregivers to get an easy A in food safety this school year.
sweaty, exhausted man

When the weather is warmer, you’re at a higher risk for heat illness, which can come on suddenly with many people unaware they’re in danger.
tick

Ohioans need to be cautious while enjoying the outdoors this summer and take action to minimize contact with ticks.
tick up close

Dr. David Ingram, a physician and researcher at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, shares his insights about the health risks from ticks.
burgers on the grill

Whether you’re a grill master or a first-time barbecue cook, food safety should always be part of your routine to ensure a healthy and happy Fourth of July.
donated venison

Pennsylvania deer hunters donated a total of 235,532 pounds of venison from 6,201 deer and four elk via Hunters Sharing the Harvest.
Grill loaded with burgers

Celebrating the 4th of July with a cookout will cost significantly more than two years ago, although prices have fallen slightly from record highs in 2022.

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