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Conservation Reserve Program applications are being accepted

August 18, 2010

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is encouraging landowners to participate in the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Conservation Reserve Program during the general enrollment running now... Read Story.

USDA offers program to reduce destruction by gypsy moths

August 18, 2010

Over the past several years, gypsy moths have advanced into Ohio, becoming problematic in 51 of the state's 88 counties. Gypsy moths are a non-native, invasive species. In its caterpillar stage,... Read Story.

House passes bill to fund Canton public transportation

August 4, 2010

The U.S. House of Representatives, under the FY11 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill approved $500,000 for the City of Canton and $800,000 to the Stark Area Regional... Read Story.

Eco-friendly yard tips from the Professional Landcare Network

April 14, 2010

HERNDON, Va. -- The start of spring gets people excited about working in the yard. These days, many people want to create yards that are easier to maintain and more eco-friendly, but they do... Read Story.

Small business energy solutions

April 14, 2010

COLUMBUS -- Small businesses now have a new way to save money on natural-gas bills, create a more comfortable work setting and improve productivity and profits. Columbia Gas of Ohio launched its Small Business Energy... Read Story.

Plant a pinwheel for Stark County's abused and neglected children

March 31, 2010

Canton -- On Wednesday April 7, Stark County Job and Family Services will be hosting Pinwheels for Prevention and raising the Children's Memorial Flag in recognition of April as Child... Read Story.

Photo contest is April 17-18

March 31, 2010

WILMOT -- The Wilderness Center Nature Photo Club will hold its 17th annual Foto Fest April 17-18. Entries will be accepted through 4:30 p.m., April 10. Certificates will be awarded to the top four places in each of 10... Read Story.

Now is a great time to purchase a home with Rural Development

March 24, 2010

Interested in a home loan that requires no down payment, no mortgage insurance and offers a low fixed interest rate? The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development direct home-loan... Read Story.

Usher in spring by decorating bathrooms with mirrors

March 24, 2010

If you felt like the walls were closing in on you this past winter and the gloomy chill lingered all day, think about decorating with mirrors to remodel your bathroom into that relaxing place you have... Read Story.

Alzheimer's support group will meet April 29

March 24, 2010

The Alzheimer's Association will be hosting its monthly Minerva Caregiver Support Group at 11 a.m., Thursday, April 29, at the Minerva Public Library, 677 Lynnwood Drive. For more information, call the... Read Story.

Farm bureau to host Farm-City Lunch

March 24, 2010

The Carroll County Farm Bureau will hold its annual Farm - City Lunch with registration starting at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, April 13, at the Church of Christ, 353 Moody Ave. S.W., Carrollton. The featured speaker will... Read Story.

Free trees are available

March 24, 2010

Join the Arbor Day Foundation in March and receive 10 free trees. Everyone who joins the Arbor Day Foundation in March will receive 10 free white-flowering dogwood trees. The free trees are part of the nonprofit foundation's... Read Story.

Catholic women to meet April 17

March 24, 2010

The Youngstown Diocesan Council of Catholic Women will meet 9:30-11:30 a.m. on April 17 at St. Paul's Church, 935 E. State St., Salem. The bylaws will be discussed for the second time along with completion of plans for... Read Story.

State Rep. Okey proposes repealing Ohio's estate tax

March 17, 2010

COLUMBUS - State Rep. Mark Okey (D-Carrollton) announced Feb. 25 he has introduced House Bill 456 which would repeal Ohio's estate tax. The measure builds on Ohio's previous efforts to reduce the... Read Story.

Low cost blood screenings

March 17, 2010

Mercy Health Center of Carroll County will offer low-cost blood screenings, 7 a.m.-11 a.m. on March 26. The facility, located at 125 Canton Road, Carrollton, will be offering total cholesterol screening for $2, glucose... Read Story.

MWCD looking for summer intern

March 17, 2010

The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District is seeking student applicants for a paid internship this summer to collect and test water samples from the MWCD reservoirs. Complete details and application materials and... Read Story.

Sheriff's association reminds citizens it contacts via mail

February 24, 2010

The Buckeye State Sheriffs' Association will be sending notices via the mail to enroll citizens in Stark County as citizen members of the association. Stark County Sheriff Tim Swanson explains... Read Story.

Communities may apply to ODOT for bike, pedestrian funds

February 3, 2010

Time is running out for communities to apply for bike and pedestrian funding:.Many local communities across the state may partner with the Ohio Department of Transportation on future projects... Read Story.

Carroll County excels at recycling in 2009

February 3, 2010

Carroll County residents can be proud of themselves. Recycling at the CCH Solid Waste District's Carroll County recycling sites increased by just over 9 percent in 2009. A total of 413 tons of recyclable... Read Story.

Petition-signing breakfast set for State Rep. Mark Okey

January 27, 2010

The Carroll County Democratic Party is hosting a petition-signing breakfast for State Rep. Mark Okey (D-61st District) on Saturday, Jan. 30, 8-11 a.m., at the Carroll County Fire Department on... Read Story.

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