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Area farmers are taking advantage of all the sunshine available to harvest their corn crops. The end of Daylight Saving Time has skies darkening earlier and some farmers working in the fields well after sunset.

According to the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), Ohio's corn harvest is at 53%, which is below average for this time of year. USDA NASS attributes a wet October to the slower corn harvest, but drier weather is allowing farmers to catch up.

MEDIA RELEASE__The Ohio Water Development Authority (OWDA) approved over $42.3 million in low interest loans on Thursday, October 29, 2026, for seven projects.

The Village of Forest in Hardin County is approved to receive a loan for $954,830.00 at 4.72% for five years for the design of wastewater treatment plant improvements, including rehabilitation of the lagoon treatment system, disinfection upgrades, and a new lift station with force main to achieve compliance with permit limits.

Cast a vote by Friday, November 20, 2026, at 5 p.m. 

MEDIA RELEASE__Big Brothers Big Sisters of West Central Ohio, Inc. invites the community to help shape its 2027 Bowl for Kids’ Sake fundraiser by voting for its favorite event theme. With three choices celebrating the power of mentoring, everyone can join the fun before the bowling begins. 

The theme options are: 

MEDIA RELEASE__As we transition from fall to winter, the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) is reminding drivers to always remain aware when behind the wheel, specifically when traveling during the morning or evening hours.

During the month of November, the Patrol tends to see an uptick in deer-related crashes due to the combination of peak deer breeding season and the end of daylight-saving time. To combat this trend, drivers are reminded to:

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