Yearly Archives: 2026

Ohio State University's Natalie Tarbuck takes a deep dive into H5N1 bird flu in U.S. dairy herds, from udder health to biosecurity. Discover why commercial milk remains safe and how the virus is evolving.

Discover the South Dakota "fog calendar" with Eliza Blue. Learn how this prairie folk wisdom predicts spring storms as calving season begins.

Learn how to inventory your pantry, test your pressure canner, and calculate crop yields to ensure a successful 2026 preserving year.

This session of the Penn State Butcher Apprenticeship will run from July 13 to Aug. 7 at Penn State’s University Park campus.

After a decade of searching, the National Museum of the Great Lakes and CLUE have finally identified a mysterious Lake Erie shipwreck as The Clough, a 125-foot stone-hauler lost to a brutal 1868 storm. This historic discovery was confirmed by unique architectural details and a distinctive hull patch, bringing a 150-year-old mystery to a close. The identification also serves as a poignant tribute to lead diver David VanZandt, who dedicated his life to uncovering the lake's hidden history.

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has announced the indictment of Lindsay Klein (aka Lindsay Leslie) following a joint investigation into her business, Priceless Discoveries. Klein is accused of running a shill bidding scheme that artificially inflated online auction prices.

A Harrison County deer processor pleaded guilty to charges related to unlawfully selling donated venison that was meant to go to local food pantries, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife.

Hazard a Guess Mystery Item No. 1300 was an “initiation paddle that was used in a paddling line by the Ohio State Patrol as well as colleges and others upon graduation."

Let’s be honest: If you live in Ohio, you’re going to have a "run-in" with a wild animal eventually. It’s part of the deal when we share our landscape with nature. Whether it’s a skunk under the barn or a raccoon in the trash, these moments are inevitable. The goal isn't just to get rid of them; It’s to learn how to coexist by being smarter about our own backyards. Retired wildlife officer Jim Abrams explains why critter trouble is inevitable and how to manage your own uninvited guests.

Don't settle for "good enough." Discover how moving beyond the "usual, customary, and reasonable" mindset helps kids build grit and reach their full potential.