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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:
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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!
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Dec. 15, 2025
Attention High School Seniors! It is time to apply for the Hardin County 4-H Scholarship.
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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.
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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!
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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!
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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.
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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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Dec. 03, 2025
Join us at the office on February 3 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. for Hardin County Agronomy Night. The subject is tar spot. Attend this free event to learn more about tar spot, get new resources, and ask questions. Drinks and snacks will be provided.
Space is limited to 30 participants, so register now through January 26 by heading to go.osu.edu/hardinanrprograms or by calling 419-674-2297.
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Dec. 02, 2025
Applications are currently open for the 2026 Hardin County Junior Fair Board. We are seeking hard-working leaders to help us plan and facilitate the fair!
Who can apply? Anyone currently in 8th, 9th, 10th, or 11th grade AND involved in at least one of these youth organizations: 4-H, FFA, FCCLA, High School Art, Youth Grange, Boy Scouts, or Girl Scouts.
