Obituaries

Ohio’s Spring Burn Ban Now in Effect Through May 31

Daytime open burning restricted to reduce wildfire riskBy Ciera BierbaughMadison MessengerAs warmer temperatures arrive and residents begin spring yard cleanup, state officials are reminding Ohioans that the annual spring burn ban is now in effect.Under…

The origins of Groundhog Day

Metro CreativeGroundhog Day is a lighthearted tradition that millions of people enjoy each February, and the custom may have much older roots than celebrants realize. The American Folklife Center & Veterans History Project notes that…