Monthly Archives: January 2002
Windows into heaven
"Heaven on Earth: The Holy Art of Imperial Russia" an exhibition that traces the history and artistic development of the Russian icon, will be on exhibit in Columbus from Jan. 11 through Feb. 10.
Some tax laws change for 2002
Lower personal income tax rates are the cheeriest news, along with
higher contribution limits on retirement plans and more breaks for
those educating their children.
higher contribution limits on retirement plans and more breaks for
those educating their children.
Second round of Pymatuning/Shenango watershed forums scheduled
The watershed plan is ready for review, and public meetings will be held Jan. 22 at the Kinsman Public Library and Jan. 24 at the Mercer County Extension Office.
Penn State sets Christmas tree management short course
Sponsored by the College of Agricultural Sciences' department of horticulture, the course is designed to help Christmas tree growers adopt the latest production and management practices.
OSU polar scientist Ian Whillans commemorated: Antarctic ice stream named in his honor.
In a rare renaming of a glacial feature, the Advisory Committee for Antarctic Names has designated Ice Stream B in the western portion of Antarctica as the Whillans Ice Stream in honor of the late glaciologist.
Ohio rural communities receive $265 million through USDA program
During 2001 the Ohio USDA Rural Development office's housing program alone completed loans to 2,055 families totaling more than $143 million.
Ohio Coin Expo rolls into Ohio in February
Ohio's Largest Coin Show, will be held Feb. 8-10 at the Holiday Inn
in Strongsville.
in Strongsville.
NFU’s Swenson not seeking reelection
After 14 years as president of the National Farmers Union, Leland Swenson has decided to step down.
Milk support prices, annual loan rates unchanged for now
Last fall's ag appropriations act extends the Milk Price Support Program through May 31, 2002, at the 2001 milk support price of $9.90 per hundredweight.
Mahoning 4-H observes 100th anniversary with 4-H open house
A 4-H open house will be held Jan. 15 at the Mahoning County Extension office.
