Yearly Archives: 2025
Help monarch butterflies by collecting milkweed pods
Richland SWCD invites residents to collect milkweed seed pods through Oct. 31 to support monarch butterflies and pollinators. Drop-off at SWCD office.
Cauldrons, kettles and pots were the greatest necessities for settlement
From homesteading survival to WWII scrap drives, the iron kettle, a humble pot with countless vital uses, shaped early life in the Ohio country.
Sick day with the dogs
A sick day turns into reflection, dog drama and pajama sightings. From sofa lounging to sunshine, even the pets seemed baffled by the change in routine.
Drew Ross remembered as an advocate for agriculture and community
Drew Manko Ross, sixth generation owner of Ross Farms, is remembered for his passion for agriculture and supporting his community after passing away.
2025 Barlow Independent Fair Market Livestock Auction
The Barlow Independent Fair Market Livestock Auction, in Barlow, Ohio, brought in $383,175 from 218 lots this year.
2025 Tuscarawas County Junior Fair Sale results
The Tuscarawas County Junior Fair Sale brought in $1.8 million from 724 lots on Sept. 18-20.
PA Beef to PA Schools program at a standstill as it awaits funding fate
The PA Beef to PA Schools program provides local beef to schools but is in jeopardy due to no funding in the 2025-26 proposed Pennsylvania state budget.
Shutdown closes local USDA offices
The government shutdown on Oct. 1 closed federal offices across the country, but it’s also impacted at least one county agency that works directly with farmers.
2025 Belmont County Junior Fair Sale results
The Belmont County Junior Fair Sale brought in $965,367.25 from 447 lots on Sept. 4. Find a full list of the grand and reserve champion sale results here.
Roundup of FFA news for Oct. 2, 2025
Catch up on local FFA news from Zane Trace FFA, Mt. Vernon FFA, Black River FFA, Norwayne FFA and West Holmes FFA.
