FINDLAY__The Kan Du Group is excited to announce its upcoming charity event, “Move Your Paws for a Cause,” a community pet walk designed to support the Humane Society & SPCA and the programming of the Kan Du Group. This fun-filled event will take place on Saturday, April 27, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Northwest Ohio farmers enroll more than 1.8 Million acres of cropland
COLUMBUS__On March 28, Governor DeWine and the Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) announced more than 1.8 million acres are now enrolled into H2Ohio, a comprehensive water quality plan designed to address complex issues affecting Lake Erie. The results of the most recent signup period show a 32 percent increase in enrolled acres when compared to previous sign ups.
ODA recently completed an open enrollment period for 14 counties in northwest Ohio within the Maumee River Watershed. Farmers in this area were eligible to re-enroll acres into Best Management Practices (BMPs) that were nearing the end of their original contract term, which began in 2020. Additionally, farmers could use this opportunity to enroll new acres. Of the total number of producers currently enrolled, 90 percent of producers who signed up originally decided to re-enroll. Approximately 25 percent of all producers in the new Maumee enrollment are new to H2Ohio.
Fox Island to remain closed; additional no-wake buoys added for safety
COLUMBUS__Governor Mike DeWine announced that Indian Lake State Park will re-open on Friday, March 29 following damage from the tornado and severe storms that struck Logan County on March 14. Thanks to the unwavering dedication of ODNR staff, local community members, and volunteer groups from across Ohio, this beloved recreation destination is ready to welcome back visitors well ahead of start of the summer season.
Red Cross volunteers and staff have been on the ground since deadly tornadoes struck Ohio on March 14. Anyone affected by the Central Ohio tornadoes, and needing assistance, should call 1-800-RedCross.
The Red Cross has begun to distribute individual financial assistance to those who qualify. The Red Cross works with community partners and agencies to identify households whose homes were destroyed or sustained eligible damage.
This financial assistance can help pay for a deposit on a new apartment, replace lost clothing or other belongings, cover transportation expenses or other urgent needs. Anyone who would like to apply for assistance should meet with the Red Cross at one of Multi-Agency Resource Centers (MARC) listed below. For those unable to travel to the Assistance Centers should call 1-800-RedCross.
