Yearly Archives: 2025
Saying goodbye to a favorite family farm pig
Judith Sutherland recalls raising an abandoned piglet named Arnold, and the day she had to say goodbye.
Rollins’ flash of ‘absurdity’ does not solve ag’s problems
According to Alan Guebert, automation won’t fix ag labor. America’s farms run on skilled, undocumented workers — and reform means recognizing their value.
Make plans now for August seeding
After last year’s drought, southeastern Ohio pastures are recovering. Now’s the time to plan August reseeding and take advantage of hay testing support.
Great is often the enemy of good
As a project she's been working on for a while comes to fruition, anxiety sets in and Eliza Blue reminds herself great can sometimes be the enemy of good.
Pros and cons of feeding bees in July
Feeding bees in July? It depends. Learn when supplemental sugar feeding can boost hive health, comb building and honey production during summer dearth.
Help us identify Item No. 1291
Item No. 1291 is approximately 3 1/3 inches long with “Ridgely’s Trimmers Patented Jan 29, 95 July 14, 03 Springfield Ohio” stamped on the side.
DIY vs. ghosts
Old houses whisper, creak, and thump — but is it a ghost, or just another costly repair? Kym Seabolt navigates hauntings, headaches and homeownership humor.
Columbiana County Agriculture Hall of Fame names 2025 inductees
The late Thomas J. Roush and the late Neil and Shirley Lippincott will be enshrined in the Columbiana County Agriculture Hall of Fame.
Marietta residents find brine waste in gas wells
Fracking brine is flooding gas wells in southeast Ohio, alarming landowners and raising fears of drinking water contamination amid ongoing legal battles.
Ohio State Fair mixes classic charm with high-flying thrills
The Ohio State Fair returns July 23 to Aug. 3 with rides, food, livestock shows and top-tier safety checks to ensure fun for over 1 million visitors.
