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1 week ago | 
farmersadvance.com | Mary Lee Minor
If readers know what the term "farm hop" means, they might think I am starting backward in writing the column. The Crawford County Farm Hop support is growing as an agritourism project. So right now if you have thought about this 9 am.-2 p.m. Saturday, April 26, go to abundantlyblessedfarm.com. A complete summary of sponsors and participating farms is listed. At the end of the message you can provide a name and email and receive a free Welcome Guide for that day. Something new is afoot.
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2 weeks ago | 
bucyrustelegraphforum.com | Mary Lee Minor
Mary Lee MinorBucyrus Telegraph-ForumThe Crawford County Farm Hop will take place Saturday, April 26. Visitors can find locally produced meats, eggs, jams, flowers and more. The Bucyrus Public Library will showcase its new "seed bank" and the Paynter Family Organic Farm will have activities for children. The first 300 visitors will receive gift packets from event sponsors. If readers know what the term "farm hop" means, they might think I am starting backward in writing the column.
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3 weeks ago | 
eu.bucyrustelegraphforum.com | Mary Lee Minor
Show Caption Hide Caption Cat rescuer saves stubborn cat after eight days in tree in OhioAfter four previous attempts, a cat is finally saved after eight long days trapped in a tree in Worthington, Ohio. Through the efforts of individuals like Pryde Bass and organizations like the East Ohio Conference of UMC, support has been provided to Harrisburg, Liberia, after devastating civil wars.
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4 weeks ago | 
bucyrustelegraphforum.com | Mary Lee Minor
The author reflects on a lifetime of wearing out boots, particularly through gardening. From polka-dotted to fireman boots, each pair holds memories and eventually gets passed on or repurposed. The author finds joy in a new pair of comfortable, affordable boots adorned with flowers, anticipating the spring gardening season. The article emphasizes the practicality and variety of boots available for gardeners, extending beyond functionality to personal style.
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1 month ago | 
bucyrustelegraphforum.com | Mary Lee Minor
Show Caption Hide Caption Countertop garden tips for fresh herbsHave fresh herbs in your kitchen at all times with your own countertop garden. And it is now past St. Patrick's Day. Some luck did strike here. By this time annually an event of no consequence takes place quietly in the garage. It's related to herbs. The effort of creating a pot or container of blended herbs happens out of habit. The planter offers pleasant aromas.
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1 month ago | 
bucyrustelegraphforum.com | Mary Lee Minor
The Bucyrus Rotary Club is partnering with the Crawford County History Alliance for the annual AuctionFest on April 5. The event will feature experience packages, historical items and reenactors, with proceeds benefiting both organizations. Tickets are $100 and include dinner, entertainment and a $50 credit toward auction bids. A list of auction items will be available online March 23-April 4. This year's Rotary AuctionFest on April 5 is not just another auction. It never is just an auction.
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1 month ago | 
bucyrustelegraphforum.com | Mary Lee Minor
Sourdough bread uses wild yeast and lactic acid bacteria for leavening, offering nutritional benefits and easier digestion. Mold, a fungus, thrives in moist, warm environments and breaks down organic matter for nutrients. Mold spores, visible as fuzz, spread easily and can penetrate soft foods, posing health risks. When our daughter, Anne, ordered sour dough bread this week, and included us, my curiosity sent me on a hunt for information.
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2 months ago | 
bucyrustelegraphforum.com | Mary Lee Minor
Show Caption Hide Caption World's oldest albatross cares for her newborn chickThe world’s oldest known albatross, Wisdom, was filmed tending to her newborn chick. The author reflects on the benefits of gratitude and its positive effects on well-being. The author recounts an experience where crafted bluebirds were mistaken for penguins, leading to a feeling of ungratefulness.
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2 months ago | 
bucyrustelegraphforum.com | Mary Lee Minor
Show Caption Hide Caption Valentine's Day gift ideas: Homemade sweetsMake Valentine's Day special with these homemade sweets. The author finds inspiration for her column in everyday observations of nature, including buzzards, woodpeckers and squirrels. The author repurposes a pair of bread slippers, gifted at Christmas, into a Valentine's Day treat holder for backyard wildlife. As Valentine's Day moves in this week, many people are scrambling for the things that will bring a sigh to a beloved.
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2 months ago | 
bucyrustelegraphforum.com | Mary Lee Minor
Disturbing a hibernating bat can be detrimental to its survival, as it depletes vital fat reserves needed to survive the winter. Bats typically seek out more suitable hibernacula in November, such as caves, mines, or crevices, raising questions about this bat's late hibernation spot. National Geographic scientists discovered bats hibernating in "snow dens," which provide insulation, protection, and access to water.
