Brad Weaver (right) took the oath of office for his first term on the Wyandot Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors. Wyandot County Commissioner Bill Clinger administered the oath.

Wyandot County Commissioner Bill Clinger (right) administered the oath of office for Brian Frisch to begin his second term on the Wyandot SWCD Board of Supervisors. Frisch will serve as vice-chairman for 2018.

This is an opportune time to take another look at your farming operation and determine if there are areas that could benefit from the establishment of one or more conservation practices. For instance, do you have a ditch or stream running through your farm that needs a filter strip?

COLUMBUS — The 84th annual Convention of the Ohio Farmers Union will feature events and speakers aimed at young and beginning farmers as well as tackle issues important to Ohio’s independent, family farmers. OFU’s convention is Jan. 26-27 at the Columbus Airport Marriott.

BUCYRUS — Farmers in the Little Scioto, Olentangy and Mud Run watersheds are invited to complete a survey by the Crawford Soil and Water Conservation District. This information will help the district learn how it can help farmers with their operation’s conservation needs.

Robin Schuster cleared sidewalks and driveways with his snowblower Monday afternoon in Upper Sandusky. Wyandot County received between one and two inches of snow throughout the day.

The gazebo at Stepping Stones Park in Upper Sandusky was covered in snow Monday.

MARSEILLES — Marseilles Village Council approved annual appropriations during its regular meeting Tuesday. Mayor Rick Arnold reported he has contacted the village solicitor regarding properties in the village that need maintenance.

COLUMBUS — The Wyandot County Fair queen has a new ribbon to add to her collection. Upper Sandusky High School senior Hannah Ziegler was named runner-up Ohio Fairs Queen for 2018 on Jan. 6 during the Ohio Fair Managers Convention.

Alicia E. Schaffner, Harrod, charged by the police with possession of open beer in a motor vehicle, pretrial held, continued to Jan. 31. Brendan A. Burgert, Hilliard, charged by the sheriff with open container, amended plea to no contest, found guilty.