Ohio State Lima showcased its regenerative farm and drainage water recycling program to about 40 Natural Resources Conservation Service committee members touring conservation practices across northwest Ohio.

Allen County officials are investigating after motor oil was found in a stream in Richland Township following a report from a concerned citizen. The incident serves as a reminder that dumping motor oil into waterways is illegal and that used oil can be recycled free of charge at many local auto parts stores.

The Ottawa River, once considered a polluted and nearly lifeless waterway, has become a success story in environmental restoration thanks to decades of conservation and water-quality improvement efforts. Ottawa River Coalition Executive Director Lydia Archambo highlighted the river's recovery and the importance of environmental stewardship during a presentation to the Lima Rotary Club.

With all the recent snowfall in our area, how could our waterways be affected?

As fall approaches and leaves begin to drop, the Allen Soil and Water Conservation District is reminding residents to properly dispose of their leaves to protect local rivers and streams.

On August 28th The Ohio State University’s Lima Campus will host a field day that will focus on regenerative agriculture.

“Wetlands act like sponges, especially areas like vernal pools,” said Cadence Richard, a seasonal naturalist with JAMPD. “If you think of swamps and other very boggy type areas, the mud and soil within those areas can help trap pollution and stop it in its tracks before it continues on down to whatever river or stream they might feed into.”