Upper FFA students learn about marine biology in Fla. KEY LARGO, Fla. — Nine Upper Sandusky FFA students had the opportunity to spend five days in Florida studying marine biology at Marine Lab on Key Largo. Marine Lab is a research and development foundation created to help others understand marine ecology, according to a press release from the Upper Sandusky FFA. Read More
FSA county committee nomination period begins The nomination period for local Farm Service Agency county committees began Monday. It is important for county committees to reflect America’s diversity, and all eligible farmers and producers, including beginning farmers, are encouraged to get involved in this year’s elections. Read More
County horse barn campaign underway The Wyandot County Junior Fair horse department is hosting a fundraising campaign to pay for a new horse barn at the Wyandot County Fairgrounds, according to a press release from the Wyandot County Agricultural Society. Read More
Local student awarded $1,500 America’s Farmers Grow Ag Leaders scholarship BUCYRUS — Haley Kocher, of Bucyrus, has been awarded a $1,500 scholarship from America’s Farmers Grow Ag Leaders, a new program sponsored by the Monsanto Fund. Kocher is studying community leadership with a specialization in community and extension education and a minor in education at Ohio State University. Read More
Fishing derby Addison Dible patiently waits to catch a fish Saturday morning at a fishing derby sponsored by the Wyandot County Rod and Gun Club at Harrison Smith Park. Read More
Applications being accepted for controlled hunting at select sites COLUMBUS — Applications are being accepted for controlled deer and waterfowl hunts on selected Ohio public areas during the 2015-16 season, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Hunters have until July 31 to submit permit applications for a random drawing. Read More
New principal hired for East, South Angela Murphy will be the new principal for East and South Schools as approved by the Upper Sandusky Exempted Village School District Board of Education on Monday night. The vacancy was created with Laurie Vent’s promotion to superintendent beginning in August. Read More
Mohawk board OKs agreement for natural gas SYCAMORE — The Mohawk Local Schools Board of Education approved an agreement with Columbia Gas to bring natural gas to the campus and an agreement with Propane Fabricators for an 18,000-gallon propane tank for $50,000, and hired a new elementary school principal for a three-year contract at its meeting Monday night. Read More
Roofing project approved in Upper Two roofing projects will be coming soon to buildings owned by the city after the emergency passage of two ordinances Monday during an Upper Sandusky City Council meeting. The Upper Sandusky Municipal and Safety buildings, which house city offices, Upper Sandusky Municipal Court and the police department, were approved for re-roofing services. Read More
Wynford to return to two principals BUCYRUS — Through its most difficult financial times, the Wynford Local School District will return to having separate principals for junior high and high school. Jeff Holbrook, currently the principal over seventh through 12th grades, will become principal of 10th through 12th grades, while Assistant Principal and Athletic Director Chris Solis will become the principal for seventh through ninth grades. Read More