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  1. Office Closed January 19 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

    Jan. 16, 2026

    The office will be closed on Monday, January 19 for the observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, January 20. 

    Correspondence can be left by calling 419-674-2297 and following the voicemail prompts, emailing a member of our staff, or by dropping mail into the dropbox located on the outside of our building.

  2. Blast Off! FREE Online Parenting Education Pre-Registration Available Now!

    Jan. 15, 2026

    Blast Off!, an online parent education series, is officially launching their 2026 schedule. The program is free to attend, but pre-registration is required. Register to attend the age specific class of your choice by going to go.osu.edu/blastoffparenting.

  3. Reminder! Register Today for Upcoming ANR Programs!

    Jan. 05, 2026

    Our staff is back in the office after a wonderful break! We hope you enjoyed your holidays also!

    Go to go.osu.edu/hardinanrprograms to view full details and register for the following events:

  4. Make Plans to Attend Conservation Tillage Club Breakfast Series in 2026

    Dec. 17, 2025

    Plan to join the Conservation Tillage Club for their Breakfast Meeting Series, starting January 8 from 8:00-9:30 a.m. at Mid-Ohio Energy Cooperative. No cost to you and no RSVP necessary. Please see the flyer below for more details!

  5. Attention High School Seniors! Apply Today for 2026 Hardin County 4-H Scholarship

    Dec. 15, 2025

    Attention High School Seniors! It is time to apply for the Hardin County 4-H Scholarship.

  6. 4-H Teen Opportunities Newsletter On Stands Now!

    Dec. 15, 2025

    2026 Teen Newsletter

    All Hardin County 4-H members 14 and older are encouraged to complete the Ohio 4-H Achievement Record to be considered for teen opportunities, such as Leadership Camp, Sea Camp, and Shooting Sports Camp.  The Achievement Record is also the application for the Hardin County 4-H Scholarship, and all high school seniors should apply!

    The Achievement Record is due by January 23, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.

  7. Office Closed December 24-January 1 for Holidays

    Dec. 15, 2025

    The Ohio State University will be closed Dec. 24-Jan. 1. We look forward to spending time with our family and friends and observing the university’s winter academic recess.


    Thanks to our community partners, volunteers, and 4-H members for a great 2025. We look forward to connecting with you in early 2026!

     

  8. McBride Awarded "Friend of Extension" Award at Banquet

    Dec. 09, 2025

    On Monday, December 8, Jack McBride received the Friend of Extension award at the Epsilon Sigma Phi (ESP) and Joint Council of Extension Professionals (JCEP) Awards Banquet. This award recognizes individuals who have a major impact on Extension work in their communities. It is our top honor given to non-Extension employees.

    Hardin County is lucky to have Jack supporting and serving alongside us! Congratulations, Jack!

  9. Office Closed on December 8 for Professional Development

    Dec. 05, 2025

    OSU Extension in Hardin County will be closed on Monday, December 8 so that our staff may attend a professional development meeting.

    Normal office hours will resume on Tuesday, December 9. Correspondence can be left by calling 419-674-2297 and following the prompts to leave a voicemail. You may also leave other correspondence in the mailbox outside of the building.

  10. Upcoming Private Pesticide and Fertilizer Applicator Classes Scheduled

    Dec. 05, 2025

    To find more information and to register for the following recertification and license preparation course dates, please visit http://go.osu.edu/hardinanrprograms or call the OSU Extension Office in Hardin County at 419-674-2297. Payment is accepted prior to the event date in-person at the office by cash, check (written out to OSU Extension Hardin County), or credit/debit card. You may also mail cash or checks prior to the event date to the office (Attn: Nic Baumer, 1021 W.

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