Tag: Ohio
Medical equipment miracles from Ohio’s churches storage space
Through a growing network of churches and volunteers, Rural Action’s medical equipment donation program provides free wheelchairs, hospital beds and supplies to thousands in Appalachian Ohio, bridging critical gaps left by insurance policies and rising healthcare costs.
Ohio opens winter home heating assistance for eligible families
Ohio’s Winter Crisis Program is now open, offering heating bill and fuel assistance to income-eligible households facing utility disconnections.
Part 5: A new career path for Charlie
In the early 1900s, hard farm work and illness tested the Myers family. With his brother Harry apprenticing in Pittsburgh and his mother hospitalized, young Charlie gave all his earnings to support her surgery, reuniting the family on their Ohio farm.
Part 4: Starting over in Ohio
After losing her husband and daughter, Laura returned to Ohio in May 1897 with five young sons. Thrust into farm labor, 12-year-old Charlie stepped up as the man of the house, helping the family navigate tragedy, heavy plows, and a fresh start on a small Spring Valley farm.
Growing Giants: Pa. couple finds joy, success in raising giant pumpkins
How do you grow a 2,565.5-pound pumpkin? For Dave and Carol Stelts of Enon Valley, Pennsylvania, it takes years of soil preparation, careful growing practices and plenty of patience. Their latest giant took first place at the Ohio Valley Giant Pumpkin Growers competition. Learn how the couple grows these giants — and why they keep coming back for more.
Ohio bull rider dies after injury sustained at rodeo
A 35-year-old bull rider from Waynesville, Ohio, died after being stepped on during an event at Fox Hollow Rodeo in Warren County. Friends and the rodeo community are mourning Jason Blake Saylor, remembering his deep Christian faith and passion for the sport.
Historic Law Reed Huss Farm honored with Ohio historical marker
The historic Law Reed Huss Farm in Harrison County has been dedicated with an Ohio Historical Marker, celebrating 180 years of continuous family farming. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the preserved farmstead offers a look into 19th- and 20th-century agriculture.
Ohio suspends dyed-diesel enforcement on highways through end of year
Gov. Mike DeWine has suspended Ohio’s dyed-diesel highway restrictions through year-end. Aimed at easing fuel costs during harvest season, the executive order aligns with federal guidance to grant temporary relief to farmers and freight operators facing surging diesel prices.
Growing Hope Globally: How Ohio farmers help feed families abroad
Through the Archbold Beef Project and annual Burger Bash, an Ohio community has contributed over $783,000 to Growing Hope Globally. Learn how local grassroots fundraising empowers farmers in developing nations with sustainable agricultural training to build lifelong food security.
A century of life: Soon-to-be 100 year old is gifted favorite...
Jay Calame spent decades restoring John Deere equipment; for his 100th birthday, his neighbor gifted him his favorite John Deere tractor: a 4020.
