Yearly Archives: 2026

Trees + fields = the future of farming? Yes, we know your grandpa spent years clearing trees out of his fields, but hear us out. The 2026 Pasa Sustainable Agriculture Conference focused on the benefits of implementing the ancient practice of agroforestry and tree hay on the farm.

While corn growers warn of a farm crisis without E15, rising cancer rates and pipeline costs raise questions about the true price of Iowa's ethanol push.

Beyond the butterflies: Learn why long-term marriage thrives on service, humor, and choosing your partner through life's ordinary "Tuesdays."

Find out what Delta FFA, Black River FFA, Mount Vernon FFA and Northwestern Wayne FFA have been up to lately.

Ice safety is about more than just your own recreation—it’s about the safety of those who are called to help when things go wrong, according to outdoors columnist Jim Abrams. As the tragic events at Rocky Fork State Park in 2021 reminded us, poor judgment on frozen water can have fatal consequences for both victims and rescuers. Learn the technical standards for ice thickness and the essential gear that can mean the difference between a close call and a tragedy in Jim's latest column:

Discover how active calf hutch ventilation reduces heat stress and bacteria while increasing the likelihood of calves staying in the herd long-term.

Eliza Blue shares a story about a dearly parted friend, Pat Dinkins, who once trapped a skunk that had gotten into her basement.

Get the latest news form Fayetteville FFA, Northwestern FFA, Conneaut Area FFA and East Knox FFA

A former Duquesne Catholic church finds new life as a community arcade, blending historic architecture with pinball, classic games and shared play.

Whether you call them gobs or whoopie pies, these sweets are a deeply rooted Pennsylvania tradition. From classic chocolate to inventive flavors like cherry chip and creamsicle, the annual Gob Fest in Johnstown celebrated more than just sugar; it highlighted a shared family legacy and a resilient community spirit that continues to fill the mall with sweet memories The Johnstown Galleria hosted its annual Gob Fest on Jan. 31 where vendors sold thousands of gobs, a western Pennsylvania cake-like sandwich dessert.