Yearly Archives: 2026
Worrying about the weather: Finding beauty in every forecast
Whether it's pouring rain on a wedding day, sweating through a summer heatwave, or just trying to make hay while the sun shines, Ohioans love to complain about the forecast. Columnist Kymberly Foster Seabolt explores our obsession with the weather and finding beauty in the everyday.
Part 2: Grandpa Charlie’s early years growing up in Pittsburgh
In part two of this family history series, explore the early life of Grandpa Charlie Myers as his family traded their 150-acre Ohio farm for a builders' supply shop in 1880s Pittsburgh. Learn about their life in the city, summers on the farm, and early family triumphs and tragedies.
Farm and Dairy Weekly Rundown: Episode 76 (10-08-26)
Reporters Liz Partsch and Paul Rowley give readers a rundown of the top stories in the Farm and Dairy the week of Oct. 8, 2026.
See through the veil this Halloween at haunted Lanterman’s Mill
Lanterman's Mill in Youngstown, Ohio, carries 181 years of history and tragedy. Join Mill Creek MetroParks and the Collective Paranormal Research Society as they conduct ghost hunts, using specialized equipment to search for spirits lingering beside the rushing waters of Mill Creek.
The Racing Report: Kiss the Cow
Part four of The Racing Report photo essay captures the thrill of sprint car and school bus racing at the Sandusky County Fairgrounds in Fremont, Ohio. Explore how agriculture and local short-track racing tradition collide, featuring photos by Matthew Chasney.
How a child’s gleeful innocence brought grandpa’s sparkle back
After a tragic 1946 loss silenced a family's joy, a toddler's playful bond with her great-grandfather Charlie brought back his sparkle. From shaking straw bales for circus peanuts to farm truck rides, reflect on the special memories that healed a grieving heart.
Why spicebush is one of the best native shrubs for wildlife
Spicebush (Lindera benzoin) is a native eastern shrub valued for its aromatic leaves, spring flowers, and lipid-rich fall berries. Discover how spicebush supports swallowtail butterflies, silk moths, and songbirds, while also providing a tasty wild spice and tea for forage enthusiasts.
Growing older: Why I am embracing early bedtimes and sore joints
From hurting your back sleeping wrong to choosing early bedtimes over late nights, getting older happens fast. Kymberly Foster Seabolt reflects on self-care, body aches, and why she is completely fine with quiet mornings, feeding squirrels, and attending her 40th high school reunion.
What does Trump’s executive order on diesel really mean for farmers?
Trump’s executive order temporarily allows off-road diesel for highway use in an effort to lower fuel costs for farmers. But the order doesn’t eliminate federal taxes or override state laws, leaving questions about whether farmers can actually save money.
A baby calf was found dead. Were eagles to blame?
When a Pennsylvania farmer lost a newborn calf to a suspected bald eagle attack, it exposed a rare challenge for livestock producers: handling protected predators, documenting losses, and accessing federal aid.
