That's right, for two days in early March, you might as well refer to Ohio Northern University as Corn University and Soybean School.
Why?
The Conservation Tillage Conference will be held at the McIntosh Center Wednesday and Thursday, March 2 and 3. It's an event put on by The Ohio State University’s College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES).
Over 900 persons are expected to attend.
CTC will offer many presentations to help growers learn where to cut back while ensuring they have healthy soils, healthy water and hopefully a healthy bank account.
Photo and story by Monty Siekerman
Carol Slane Florist owner Shannon Brown says Valentine's flowers, candy, and stuffed animals are available at her Main Street shop.
Many customers select holiday gifts at the last minute, but this year Valentine's is on a Sunday, so shop early.
The store will be open regular hours this week, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday 9 to noon. She has more than 1,000 roses on hand and a big assortment of other flowers which can be purchased wrapped in tissue or arranged in a vase with baby's breath.
If you are thinking of taking your valentine out to dinner this weekend, check out Viva Maria Pizza and Pasta at124 E. Buckeye.
The Italian-American restaurant is offering a huge selection on their buffet for $13.95. To top off the meal, the buffet includes cream puffs with cannoli cream and chocolate drizzle.
The specialty buffet for Valentines features pasta carbonara as well as many other dishes.
Megan and Amanda Lotz will provide the entertainment.
Reservations are recommended, but not necessary (567-940-8482). Serving will be from 5 to 9 pm.
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