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Hardin County OSU Extension staff working remotely

Hardin County OSU Extension closed its office Tuesday, March 17.  In alignment with all OSU offices, we have postponed all face-to-face programming through April 30 in response to the recent social distancing directives.

Until further notice, all OSU Extension staff are working remotely and are available from 8am-4:30 pm Monday-Friday to receive phone calls and emails.

"While our offices will be physically closed, we are committed to continuing to conduct our work as fully as possible.  We are offering online video-based trainings for some of our scheduled programs during this time," said Mark Badertscher. 

2019 challenges linger for Hardin County farmers

As farmers are preparing for the 2020 cropping season, the challenges of 2019 may still linger. There are basically 3 scenarios which will influence 2020 cropping practices.

Corn or soybeans were planted: Yes, there were some acres of corn planted last year in NW Ohio. Storage of low test weight and higher moisture corn is creating mold and damaged grain.

No visitor policy in effect at Hardin Memorial Hospital

Because of the quickly evolving situation surrounding COVID-19, OhioHealth is implementing a no visitor policy effective Friday, March 20, at 7 a.m.  

This applies to Hardin Memorial Hospital, Kenton.

We will make limited exceptions for:
End-of-life patients 
Patients with disabilities who need assistance
Patients under 18 - both parents will be allowed to visit their child 
Maternity patients can have one support person for the duration of their stay
There will be no time limits on approved visitors

 

Ada grade cards now on ProgressBook

Ada student grade cards for the third quarter are now available on the school website ProgressBook for grades 2-12. K-1 were mailed home earlier this week, according to Meri Skilliter, superintendent.

Students click the Log In with Google button to access the ProgressBook.

To view report cards once logged in to ProgressBook, click Report Cards on the left, then View Paper Report Card.

Federal tax payment pushed back 90 days

April 15 remains filing deadline

Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced that the Treasury Department has pushed back the April 15, 2020, tax payment deadline by 90 days.

This will give businesses and individuals additional time, potentially lessening cash-flow issues that many are facing. However, there is no extension of the April 15 filing deadline. 

The filing due date for 2019 individual and corporate income tax returns remains unchanged. Traditional extensions are still available for those needing more time to file a return.

Ohio Chamber recommends taxpayers should consult their accountants or tax preparers if they have any questions concerning this announcement. 

Update from Ada schools

School offices, health and safety, communication, buildings and grounds, athletes, meals, counselors

The following message is from the Ada school website:

Dear Bulldog families, students, and community,

Our staff began a deep dive into concepts related to the “R Factor” and culture at the beginning of this school year.

On February 25, we were blessed to have had Tim Kight come speak to our staff to share these concepts with our teachers and staff, as well as with representatives of many other organizations who partner with us to educate our students.

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