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Adrienne Catie South McGee Sterrett Catie is a designer Adrienne is editor of Salt magazine. of Salt magazine She spends her free and lifestyle/special time painting, play- sections editor for ing video games, South Ohio The Lima News. She and being with fam- May/June 2019 believes everyone has ily and friends. a life story worth sharing. Reach her Publisher at 567-242-0510 or amcgeesterrett@ Jane Beathard Lane Moon aimmediamidwest.com. Jane is a writer for [email protected] Salt magazine. She is a retired staff writer Editor Tom Barr for The Madison Adrienne McGee Sterrett Tom is the editor of Press in London, [email protected] the Wilmington News Ohio, and is also the Journal, regional edi- retired media rela- Layout Design tor for AIM Media tions manager of the Ohio Department of Catie South Midwest and former Natural Resources. [email protected] editor of several weekly publications Sales Are You a Smoker or Former Smoker? across Warren and Butler counties. Mark Richard Clinton County Mark is the editor Elizabeth Mattingly - 937-382-2574 A Low-Dose CT Screening Could Save Your Life! of the Portsmouth [email protected] Martin Graham Daily Times. When Martin writes for the he’s not working, Fayette County Record-Herald in he enjoys reading Kimberly Lyons-Penwell - 740-313-0347 Am I High Risk? Is This Screening Covered By My Insurance? Washington Court history and [email protected] House. Though his political books If you have ever been a smoker and answer “yes” to any of these Your insurance may or may not cover the cost of a low-dose CT days are mostly full and watching the Cincinnati Reds. Highland County questions, you may be considered high risk for lung cancer. screening for detection of early-stage lung cancer. This screening of reporting for the Sharon Hughes - 937-393-3456 • Are you over the age of 55? is covered by Medicare when ordered by your doctor after a lung paper, he enjoys Sarah Allen [email protected] cancer screening counseling appointment. playing competitive video games with Sarah is a writer Yes No friends in his spare time. for Salt magazine. Scioto County • Are you a smoker or have you quit smoking within the last 15 years? What You Can Do When she’s not Tracy Litteral - 740-353-3101 • If you are a smoker, start a plan to quit. We can help! writing, she can be [email protected] Yes No Kay Frances found scrapbooking, • Make your home and work environment smoke-free. • On average, do you now or have you ever smoked at least one pack Kay is a motivational reading or cooking. Contact Salt: • Be aware of occupational exposures. humorist and author of cigarettes per day? [email protected] If you are still smoking, talk to your physician about ways to from Wilmington, 761 S. Nelson Ave. Yes No help you quit. giving humorous key- Ivy Potter Wilmington, OH 45177 note presentations Ivy writes for the 937-382-2574 and stress manage- Daily Times in Other risk factors include: For more information on lung cancer screening, ment workshops all Portsmouth. In her • Radon or occupational carcinogen exposure call 937.382.9595. over the United States. She is the author of free time, she enjoys Salt of Southwest Ohio is published six times a year (asbestos, arsenic, diesel fumes, etc.) “The Funny Thing about Stress; A Seriously reading a good book by AIM Media Midwest, LLC and is available through • Family history of lung cancer Humorous Guide to a Happier Life.” Visit and spending time the Wilmington News Journal, The (Hillsboro) • COPD or pulmonary fibrosis kayfrances.com. with her cat, Piglet. Times-Gazette, The (Washington Court House) • Personal history of cancer or lymphoma Record-Herald, and the (Portsmouth) Daily Times. How Do I Decide If I Should Be Screened? All rights reserved. Reproduction of any material from this issue in whole or in part is prohibited. Low-dose CT screenings provide earlier detection, when lung Salt is free to our subscribers and is also available cancer is most treatable. at each of the newspaper offices. Discuss your medical history, the risks of screening and benefits Hide & Shake with your doctor. In order to be covered by Medicare, you must Please buy locally and recycle. visit your doctor and have an order. Find the shaker in this issue and name and city will be published. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram be entered to win a $10 grocery All entries must be received by and Pinterest @TheSaltMagazine. card. June 1. Only online entries will be Visit our website, accepted. thesaltmagazine.com, and click In the March/April issue, the on the Shaker Contest link at shaker was hidden on page 18, on the top and enter your contact the mantel. CMHRegional.com information. Your name, street Congratulations to our most number, street name, city and recent winner, Colean Brunner, of OH-70101749 zip code are required. Only your Greenfield.

12 11 14 Grumble, grumble, Summer flavors are some of the best flavors. The fresh produce is what grumble. sends me over. Here’s a great recipe from the Pairings and Platings blog, via 7 It’s so easy to spiral into Bob’s Red Mill, that is delicious and flexible — flexible enough that it could bad attitudes. It’s pretty be finished on the grill instead of the oven. Options abound, too: Consider easy to throw pity par- skipping the beef and increasing the quinoa for a meatless dish. I usually Features ties for yourself, for your end up with extra filling, which stuffs tortillas just as well as peppers. town, for your country. Power of Positivity...... 7 This isn’t what should be, Southwest Beef and Quinoa we say, stomping our little feet Stuffed Peppers Uncommon Courtesy...... 11 like toddlers. But let’s press pause for a moment and 1 1/2 cups stock 17 Travel, Scoop, Repeat...... 12 focus on the good. There is an awful lot of it, 3/4 cup quinoa once you look. From the entire community of 4 bell peppers In the Kitchen With...... 14 Portsmouth banding together to change the 2 tablespoons olive oil conversation to the simple joy of Ohio being Salt and pepper 20 Head Down To The Fair...... 17 really, really good at making ice cream. So get 1 pound ground beef a scoop, and enjoy it without feeling guilty 1 onion, diced ‘We Need Lots of Bee Fans’...... 20 about the calories. Get involved in your town, 2 cloves garlic, minced without making excuses about your busy 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder Picking some memories ...... 22 schedule or that your efforts will make no dif- 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin ference. Support the good. Help it grow. 1/2 teaspoon paprika Reader Recipes...... 26 This issue of Salt magazine offers stories 1/4 teaspoon cayenne 22 explaining what Portsmouth is up to, a baker 1 14.5-ounce can diced 26 who has grown her business in Washington tomatoes or fresh Recipes Court House, gardening with bee health in 1 cup cheese, shredded mind, tips on making a visit to the u-pick Buckeyes...... 15 patch successful and full of memories, a look Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Bring stock to a boil in a pot that has a lid. On the Cover back at county fair history and Ohio’s ice Rinse and drain quinoa in a sieve. Add quinoa to stock once boiling. Cover, Raspberry Freezer Jam...... 24 cream culture. reduce heat to low and cook for 15-20 minutes. This photo of the Boneyfiddle Here’s to 10! Cut peppers in half and remove seeds. Place on a baking sheet, drizzle District of Portsmouth is by Raspberry Pie...... 24 with olive oil, season with salt and pepper and bake until softened, about 8 Jacob Smith. Diabetic Hawaiian minutes. In a large skillet, brown beef and drain fat. Add onions, garlic, spices to Wedding Cake...... 26 taste and tomatoes. Simmer for about 5 minutes. Stir in cooked quinoa. Fill peppers with beef mixture and top with cheese. Bake for 10 minutes. Skillet Meal...... 27 4 | Salt | South Ohio | May/June 2019 May/June 2019 | South Ohio | Salt | 5 Power of

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Show your support May 18-Oct. 26: Main Street Portsmouth’s Farmers Market on the Esplanade May 31: Final Fridays in Boneyfiddle presents “Portstock” June 1: Main Street Portsmouth’s Second Street Sales The Friends July 13: of Portsmouth Headquarters on Blues, Brews and BBQ, Second Street held by Spartan Municipal in Portsmouth. Stadium The group was formed to bring Aug. 17: positivity back to Main Street Portsmouth’s the downtown Cut-Throat Karaoke last year. • For details, visit and Winterfest. Johnson said friendsofportsmouth.com Winterfest was proving to be a wonderful family festival. “We’ve been on the ‘glice,’ taken a carriage ride and just generally had a good time,” Johnson said. has also orchestrated lighted By “glice,” Johnson was arches over Second Street referring to the special plastic in the Boneyfiddle District. Pickett Run Farm T ’ H C Pickett Run Farm 206 N. ELM ST., HILLSBORO, OH 45133 that was used for a temporary Although plans are still being Greenhouse & Nursery Second Street, in skating rink at Winterfest. made, Portsmouth City Greenhouse & Nursery (937) 393-4275 the Boneyfiddle Two major projects for this Council has been cooperat- In Stock For Your Early Planting Needs District of In Stock For Your Early Planting Needs HOURS: • Pa nsies, Vi olas - In Bloom Flooring Portsmouth has year include the recent merg- ing, Burnside said. • Pansies, Violas - In Bloom MONDAY - FRIDAY SATURDAY become a busy er of Friends of Portsmouth Burnside said most of 7:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. 7:00 A.M. - 12 P.M. • Blueberries, Blackberries, Raspberries, Grapes, Wallpaper CLOSED SUNDAY area of late. Most with the Portsmouth River the members of Friends of • Blueberries, Blackberries, Raspberries, Grapes, storefronts are Gooseberries - 12 Varieties Paint IF YOU ARE LOOKING open for business Days Committee. Burnside Portsmouth have fulltime Gooseberries - 12 Varieties said Friends of Portsmouth jobs and small children. He • Cabbage, Broccoli, Cauliflower, etc FOR GREAT SELECTION, once again. • Cabbage, Broccoli, Cauliflower, etc Braided is “honored that they asked said they just want to leave • Asparagus Crowns - Jersey knight, Purple Passion Rugs GREAT HELP, AND us for a succession plan.” their children a place to live, • Asparagus Crowns - Jersey knight, Purple Passion • Seed Potatoes - 12 Varieties Blinds INSTALLATION, efforts, while ticket sales from long festival featured ice Burnside also said there work and raise their family • Seed Potatoes - 12 Varieties STOP IN AT TISSOT’S volunteers launched them skating, a live nativity scene, are plans in the works for someday. • Candy Onion Plants and others - 7 Varieties Cabinets over the $100,000 mark. decorated storefronts and fes- a mountain bike trail in “We wanted to instill • Candy Onion Plants and others - 7 Varieties IN HILLSBORO • Strawberry Plants - 9 Varieties Additionally, the inaugural tive street lighting. On Dec. Shawnee State Forest. hope,” he said. “We want to • Strawberry Plants - 9 Varieties Town Ambassadors were 15, another world record was “We could easily be Ohio’s get that hope to grow.” • Rhubarb is back; Crimson Red; 2 Gal Started Plants • Rhubarb is back; Crimson Red; 2 Gal Started Plants introduced, those who will set by almost 1,900 in atten- mountain bike capital,” Burnside said there is now • Onion Sets - Yellow + White + Red make it their mission to see dance for the most people Burnside said. “We know a feeling of excitement he • Onion Sets - Yellow + White + Red • Garden Seeds - Wider Selection than Ever that Portsmouth continues on Christmas caroling simul- that it’s going to draw people hasn’t seen in the 10 years • Garden Seeds - Wider Selection than Ever

the right path. taneously. It beat the previ- to the area.” he has been practicing law in • 3 New Triple Sweet, sweet corn varieties OH-70120427 • 3 New Triple Sweet, sweet corn varieties One world record proved ous record set in Waukesha, Burnside said they hope Portsmouth. • Market Growers, ask for quantity pricing. not enough for Friends of Wisconsin. to connect the Boneyfiddle “People are now starting to • Market Growers, ask for quantity pricing. Portsmouth. During the Portsmouth Acting Mayor District to the mountain get interested. By no means Take 50 East to Barrett Mill Rd, turn right then right month of December, the Kevin Johnson was among bike trail and include shuttle … we’re not stopping,” on Cynthiana Road 3/4 miles. Watch for signs. group gathered forces for the carolers that night. He service to and from Shawnee Burnside said. “We’ve got 14415 Cynthiana Rd. • Hillsboro, Ohio Winterfest and a second had nothing but praise for State Park. a lot of plans that will start 14415 CynthianaOpen 8-6 Rd.M-F • • Hillsboro, 8-4 Sat Ohio Open 8-6 M-F • 8-4 Sat record attempt. The month- the Friends of Portsmouth Friends of Portsmouth bringing a tangible payoff.” We will be closed on Good Friday, April 19. We will be closed on Good Friday, April 19. OH-70120209

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Serving the CommunityServing the Community Since 1907 Since 1907 Tom Mirgon retired and sold the Ice Cream Trail is the it to him. Mirgon, along with Hyde Park Graeter’s. Jack Hemmer, were cousins “It’s our oldest continu- who first opened the restaurant ously operated store,” said dis- in 1948. Back then, it was trict manager Brian Packert. called Jack Hemmer Ice Cream “We’ve been there for a really, Travel, and was located on Linden really long time.” Avenue. In 1950, the restau- Graeter’s produces about rant outgrew that location 30-40 flavors a year, Packert scoop,scoop, and moved to McIntire Ave., said. However, their most where it still stands today. popular flavor is black raspber- In 1957, it became Tom’s ry ice cream. “We’re known Ice Cream Bowl — and has for (that),” he said, describing repeat been a must-stop for ice cream it as a “signature flavor.” lovers ever since. The restau- “We make more of that Ohio Ice Cream “We create rant has stayed true to its his- than anything,” he added. trail features fun for our tory, Sullivan added, saying, Packert also described how customers.” “When you walk in the door, Graeter’s ice cream is made, 20 unique shops — Dan Young, Chief Ice it’s like walking back in time saying, “We use what is called Cream Dipper (or CEO), (to the 1950s).” a French pot process.” Young’s Jersey Dairy He described the ice cream, Made in a cylinder, the ice saying that it is homemade and cream ingredients inside freeze By Sarah Allen according to Chief Ice Cream Dipper (or Make it a trip “made fresh.” and churn. As the cylinder Photos courtesy of CEO) Dan Young. In addition to these stores, double dark chocolate ice “We use the best ingredients spins, air is pushed out. Most Young’s Jersey Dairy, “We create fun for our customers,” he the Ohio Ice Cream Trail cream with chocolate chips, we can find,” Sullivan said, modern ice creams, Packert also has scoop shops as far Tom’s Ice Cream Bowl, added, referencing the dairy’s mission chocolate cookie pieces and adding that the recipes are said, are made in a whipping statement. west as Celina, as far east as chocolate-covered toffee. the same ones that have been process rather than a churning Graeter’s The ice cream found at the dairy is all Youngstown, as far north as In addition to ice cream, the used for about 70 years. “The one. As a result, air is brought made on site. “We’re a working farm,” Sandusky, and even another stop dairy also has miniature golf, consistency of the quality of in rather than pushed out, like Many foods are synonymous with Young said, adding that the dairy also at the southern tip of the state in “We made it up because it batting cages, a giant slide, a our ice cream,” Sullivan said, Graeter’s. Ohio: buckeyes, chili and … ice cream? makes cheese as well as ice cream. Cincinnati. was a fun name, but it turned driving range, plus a farm ani- plays a role in setting it a part, Graeter’s ice cream, he said, Yes, Ohio has become a destination Along with many traditional ice cream A full list of the trail can be found out a lot of people really liked mal petting area and barn. as does the restaurant’s “very is about 10% air, whereas when it comes to any “screaming” for ice flavors, Young said, the dairy also has at trails.ohio.org/ice-cream. the flavor,” Young said. “We strive for everyone to large portions.” most of its contemporaries cream. In fact, OhioTourism has out- seasonal flavors, such as pumpkin, cinna- He added that the dairy will have a fun experience while But the item that put Tom’s are about 50%. He added the lined an Ice Cream Trail with 20 stops mon, peppermint stick and eggnog. Young also described flavors the dairy also be celebrating the 50th they’re here,” Young added. Ice Cream Bowl “on the map,” butterfat content is higher throughout the state. And with each stop In addition, the dairy likes to “experi- creates for special events, such as the anniversary of Ohio native Young’s Jersey Dairy is Sullivan said, is its banana with Graeter’s, at 18% (as comes not only a variety of flavors, but ment around,” he said. As an example, annual Wool Gathering. Neil Armstrong’s walk on the located at 6880 Springfield split. compared to a typical 12%). also a variety of experiences. Young described Farm Sunrise — a flavor Entering its 24th year, the Wool moon. Xenia Road, in Yellow “We don’t make them the Overall, Packert said, mak- that is brand new this year. Gathering is “all about natural fibers,” Moon Rocks, he said, will Springs. To learn more, visit conventional way,” he said. ing the ice cream is a “very Young’s Jersey Dairy The ice cream is cake batter-flavored, Young said. be a caramel-flavored ice www.youngsdairy.com. Banana splits, like all ice cream crafty process.” One such stop is Young’s Jersey Dairy, with blue and red cookie dough pieces. Wooly Wonka is the flavor made just cream with chocolate covered at the restaurant (except for The Graeter’s factory, located in Yellow Springs. There, visitors “I know kids are going to like it,” he for the Wool Gathering. This caramel- malted milk balls and marsh- Tom’s Ice Cream Bowl small sizes), are served in soup Packert added, has about 32 can find, not only ice cream, but a “fun, said, adding that it is “so bright and col- flavored ice cream has marshmallows and mallow. The dairy will also Heading east, another stop bowls. The banana split is machines that make ice cream family, memory-making … experience,” orful.” chocolate chunks. feature an Over the Moon on Ohio’s Ice Cream Trail is then made from the bottom for 56 stores, as well as stock sundae, which will have choc- one that has been nationally up, with sliced bananas first, freezers in over 4,000 gro- olate ice cream, marshmallow recognized for its frozen treats. then ice cream, then toppings. ceries. He also said that the and a mini Moon Pie (as well In 1998, Tom’s Ice Cream “It’s all you can do it eat one ice cream is made in small Highland County OHIO ASPHALTIC as the usual sundae toppings). Bowl was featured in USA banana split,” Sullivan added. batches — about two gallons LIMESTONE CORP. However, Young said, the Today as the No. 1 ice cream In addition to ice cream, the at a time. Veterinary Hospital flavor that the dairy is most shop in the country. Then, Bowl also serves homemade And while the business has famous for is Cow Patty. just two years ago, the shop soups and sandwiches. grown, the original Graeter HIGHLAND COUNTY LYNCHBURG Young said that, the No. 1 was highlighted on the Food Tom’s Ice Cream Bowl is family is still a part of the VETERINARY VETERINARY WE’VE GOT YOU question dippers are asked is: Network show “Ice Cream located at 532 McIntire Ave., business. Packert said that HOSPITAL CLINIC 937-364-2136 “What’s Cow Patty?” He said Nation.” in Zanesville. To learn more they still live in Cincinnati. In 937-393-2500 that he usually responds by Owner Bill Sullivan said it 1440 N. High St. 201 North Avenue about the restaurant, visit fact, the family is in its fourth COVERED. asking, “Do you like choco- feels “unique” that a store in a www.tomsicecreambowl.com. generation of business. Hillsboro, OH Lynchburg, OH LIMESTONE & AGRICULTURAL GROUND LIME late?” When patrons say that “little place like Zanesville” is Graeter’s Hyde Park loca- New Patients Always Welcome! they do, he replies: “Then known nationally. Hyde Park Graeter’s tion is at 2704 Erie Ave. in Jarrod D Thoroman, DVM 937-364-2191 Like us on Facebook you’re going to love this.” Sullivan has been the owner From Zanesville to the Cincinnati. To learn more, OH-70120463 8591 Mad River Rd. Hillsboro, OH OH-70120421 Young said the flavor is of Tom’s since 1984, when Queen City, another stop on visit www.graeters.com. 12 | Salt | South Ohio | May/June 2019 May/June 2019 | South Ohio | Salt | 13 In the Kitchen With:

ill arry Buckeyes J B 1 cup peanut butter 2 3/4 cups powdered sugar Story by Martin 1/2 cup butter, room Graham temperature Melted chocolate, Jill Barry and her twin your choice sister Joan West own Two Mix butter and peanut butter Scoops of Sugar, located in together with mixer until creamy. downtown Washington Court Then add powdered sugar, slowly, House within Fayette County. Photo by Martin Graham while mixing. Once the dough is Barry and West started their mixed, roll into small balls and work at home in 2010 before dip into melted chocolate. Let set they opened the brick-and- and serve. mortar business Sept. 1, 2014. Though it was a very rapid process getting their business underway, both sisters have stepped up and created something truly sweet with their plethora of desserts, drinks and more. From traditional to creative cookies, scones, muf- Photo by Jennifer Woods fins, brownies, pies, holiday breads, to numerous kinds of cupcakes, the menu is delicious. Additionally, the sisters “It’s a big accomplishment for also sell candy and coffee. us. We always wanted to do “We have a really great Their business also provides it, so it’s cool we finally did relationship, and I think it a small stage at the front it. Main Street Fayette them- Two Scoops of Sugar of the shop that has been selves do a lot with us. We helps that we are twins. 249 E. Court St. the home of several activi- do shop hops once a month We have literally done Washington Court House ties. Some of these activities and we try to add things to everything together our twoscoopsofsugar.com include a spelling bee hosted it just to encourage people to whole lives.” by Carnegie Public Library, come to our place. … That — Jill Barry promotions for local bou- has been nice to have things tiques and Santa visits during like the Scarecrow Festival, the Photo by the winter. They also provide Chocolate Walk and a Wine Jennifer Woods free cookie decorating for Walk.” drive-through. children during the annual Though their business is “(My sister and I) get cool because it is family and a recipe that she said most Christmas Parade which small, Barry said they have a along with really well,” Barry our other sister will come in people may already have but passes directly in front of their dedicated customer base that said. “We have a really great and help out, my husband or is definitely a favorite around business. The sisters said they they consider family. Both relationship, and I think it mom will take the kids and their business: Buckeyes. hope to branch into more sisters thanked the commu- helps that we are twins. We help us out for a weekend or The treat is a staple and is fundraisers and assist local nity for its continued support have literally done everything whatever.” given away during various school clubs in the future. of small businesses and in together our whole lives. There After a brief discussion events, including the annual “It kind of makes us the future hopes to draw in are days where it is difficult, about what dessert to show- Chocolate Walk and when proud,” Barry said of opening a larger breakfast crowd and but for the most part we get case, Barry decided she Santa comes to visit them near Photo by Jennifer Woods a business in their hometown. move into a building with a along really well. It is kind of wanted to share their take on Christmas time. 14 | Salt | South Ohio | May/June 2019 May/June 2019 | South Ohio | Salt | 15 Head down to the

FairOhio’s strong history of Sisters Brenna Luckett and Summer Holland, of county fairs Hillsboro, stroll through the horse barn at the 2018 Highland County Fair.

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Story by In cities like Tyre, Ninevah, ness all the way around. And The first American fair Jane Beathard Athens, Rome and Mecca money generated helped those began modestly in 1807 in religion and trade co-mingled early churches expand and Pittsfield, Massachusetts. A comfortably. prosper. local Merino sheep breeder Visitors to any of Ohio’s 82 In fact, the word “fair” like- Fairs also sprang up along named Elkanah Watson, once There are lots of good reasons to get a lung cancer screening, but you really county and independent fairs ly originated from the Latin major trading routes, leading an adviser to President George this year may not realize they word “feria” which means to the creation of uniform Washington, exhibited two only need one. And if your not exactly sure what that is, just ask the people are partaking of a tradition as “holy day” — a time when weights and measures and the of his finest animals under an who love you. Because with early detection of lung cancer you’ll have a better old as the Bible. numbers of people assembled grading of goods sold at these elm tree in order to show off While strolling a modern in these cities not only to events. About this time, fairs their fleece. So many locals opportunity to live the moments they don’t want you to miss. midway munching sugar attend temple but to transact became more secular, losing turned out to see the wooly waffles or elephant ears, it’s business in fields adjoining the their religious associations critters that Watson and local hard to imagine the very first structures. The fields became along the way. farmers organized a bigger fairgoers likely gathered to known as “fairgrounds.” event three years later that worship, pray and do a little That tradition of mixing Coming to the Americas included not only sheep, but trading on the side. religion and business contin- The first recorded fair in the cattle, oxen and pigs as well. Contact SOMC to learn more about our As early as 500 B.C. these ued through Medieval times New World occurred in 1765 That Berkshire Cattle Show religious (cum commercial) in Western Europe where in Windsor, Nova Scotia. It was the birth of the modern events were held regularly Christian churches charged continues today as the Hants agricultural fair in the United lung screening program at 740-356-LUNG. in major cities around the merchants to set up trading County Exhibition and is pri- States. Within 100 years, Mediterranean and mid-East. booths. It was good busi- marily an agricultural show. almost every state and territory OH-7012045216 | Salt | South Ohio | May/June 2019 May/June 2019 | South Ohio | Salt | 17 county was home to an agricultural society. In a world where farming Save the date practices were changing rap- Clinton County (Wilmington): July 6-13 idly, these societies educated Delaware County (Delaware): Sept. 14-21 rural folks about the newest Fayette County (Washington Court House): methods, machinery and sci- July 15-20 entific breakthroughs. Part of Highland County (Hillsboro): Sept. 1-7 that education process includ- Scioto County (Lucasville): Aug. 5-10 ed agricultural fairs where learning led to competitions The first county fair this year is Paulding County in mechanical and domestic (Paulding), June 10-15. arts, as well as entertainment, The last county fair this year is Fairfield County parades and horse racing. (Lancaster), Oct. 6-12. The Ohio State Fair will be held in Columbus, Modernizations July 24-Aug. 4. Some consider 1850 to For a full listing, visit ohiofairs.org. 1870 the “golden age” of Photo by Ben Stroup agricultural fairs nationwide. Ohio was no different. country music artists that “I am hopeful that Ohio By 1860, each Ohio county were popular with a wide fairs will continue to be a began holding some type of cleared the land, sowed the the Promotion of Agriculture, held some type of fair with a variety of fans. ‘Family Fun’ place. That they similar agricultural exhibition seeds and tended the livestock. Manufactures and Domestic few areas also hosting inde- The new millennium continue to have events for and celebration. Economy was organized in pendent fairs. Entertainment brought new challenges for families of all ages — a place These events became more Ohio joins in 1819 with Gen. William in those early days centered local fairboards. By 2000, a that a family can enjoy a day popular in the new United Although accounts differ, Henry Harrison as president on sheep shearing and plow- majority of Americans were together,” she said. States than they ever were in the first Ohio fair appears to of the organization. A year ing matches. Later it included older than 55. Fairs faced Information for this article Europe because they involved have been held in Cincinnati. later, this early agricultural games of skill, stage shows and the problem of providing came from the following working farmers whose labors The Cincinnati Society for society held its first fair “at E. other attractions. services and attractions to sources: Agricultural Fairs in Hutchinson’s.” Youth organizations like meet the needs and desires of America, Julie A. Avery, editor; Within a few years, other 4-H and FFA became major this aging population. A Farmers’ Centennial History Ohio counties began organiz- exhibitors in the early 1900s. Today, the International of Ohio 1803-1903; Report of Miller’s ing similar agricultural societ- 4-H was founded in Clark After World War II, harness many townsfolk as farm folk. Association of Fairs & the Ohio Dept. of Agriculture Miller's Bakery & Furniture ies — all privately managed. County, Ohio, in 1902 and racing exploded throughout They all gathered to socialize Expositions notes about & County & Independent 960Bakery Wheat Ridge Road & •Furniture West Union, Ohio 45693 That led to fairs in Ashtabula FFA was founded in 1928 the East and Midwest and and learn a little. Education 2,000 fairs are held in North Fairs 1936; History of Fairs 960 Wheat Ridge937-544-8524 RoadWest Union, Ohio 45693 County in 1823, Portage in Virginia. In 1924, Ohio became a feature of many shifted from the newest piece America annually. 1916; The Ohio Legislative County in 1825 and Athens became the first state to award Ohio fairs — including the of farm machinery to more Has the popularity of Services Commission’s County County in 1828. prizes for junior club exhibits. Delaware County Fair which consumer-based issues like these events — especially Fairs In Ohio 1955 and Geauga County’s fair began Electricity reached fair- hosts the Little Brown Jug food safety, health and animal county fairs — waned? Not The History of Fairs by the in 1823 and continues to this grounds in the 1930s and 40s, pace to this day. husbandry. so, says Arter. Despite the International Association of day. It is the longest-running changing forever the look and Entertainment also changed, fact that many Ohio fairs are Fairs & Expositions; A History county fair in the state, nature of fairs. Legacy beginning in the 1960s, with struggling financially, she of Ohio Fairs, published by the according to Mary Ann Arter, Arter said the coming of As Ohio became more many fairs attracting big- believes their popularity has Ohio Fair Managers Association a 93-year-old fair enthusiast electricity was the “single big- urbanized, fairs attracted as name performers — especially yet to peak. 1999. and widow of former Ohio gest boost” to fairs in Ohio. Fair Managers Association Activities took place both Come to Wheat Ridge; President William Arter. day and night. 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OH-70101196 www.wilmingtonsavings.com 937-382-1659 | Salt | South Ohio | May/June 2019 May/June 2019 | South Ohio | Salt | 18 At Furniture Store Only 19 Ellsworth also said that instance, they might not be milkweeds are important for able to find their way home, Monarch butterflies, as the or they may forget which nectar from them is “flight plants are best. fuel.” It’s important, Ellsworth Ellsworth added that “trees said, to look at numerous ‘We need are really important, too” as strategies to “reduce the need they are a “good early season for pesticides.” food source.” One alternative, she said, is And, late in the season, to introduce beneficial insects shrubs and native perennials, that can act as predators to such as asters and golden the nuisance bugs. rods, can also be helpful to And while many people of bees. may consider bees to be But gardening is only a nuisance themselves, lots the beginning. Most bees, Ellsworth said that they Ellsworth said, are not “play a keystone role in the bee fans’ managed through beekeeping. environment” — and are not Most are wild. As such, she as dangerous as they may OSU program director shares said it’s important to protect seem. places that bees use for While there are bees that tips on gardening for bees nesting, resting and living. sting, there are those that One way to help bees is to, can’t. In fact, many bees Story by Sarah Allen Education at Ohio State at the end of spring, cut don’t have a stinger at all, or Photos courtesy of University’s Department of perennials at about knee- their stingers are very small. Entomology. eight. Bees can nest in the Most bees, Ellsworth said, Denise Ellsworth When starting a garden hollow stems. “are more docile (and) … for bees, Ellsworth said it’s Some bees she said are rarely, if ever sting.” A buzzing in the air means important to learn what grows solitary, which means they Bees are an integral part of more than just honey. It also well in your area. The best don’t have queens, workers food production, Ellsworth means food on the table and advice to keep in mind, she or drones. “Just moms and added, saying that roughly a beautiful, healthy environ- said, is: “Native plants for dads,” she said. To protect one in every three bites we ment. And while beekeeping native bees.” bees like that, Ellsworth eat can be traced back to has grown in popularity as a Some suggestions of plants added, it’s important to not pollinators. way to help bees, it’s not the suitable for this area included “We encourage people to disturb the soil where they But they also affect only way. In fact, all a person mountain mint. “It’s a real spread the word. We definitely can make their homes. native plants and wildlife. needs is a green thumb. magnet for all kinds of pol- need the bees, and we need Ellsworth also said that, Pollinators help ensure that The main idea when it linators,” Ellsworth said. “And lots of bee fans.” while pesticides do play an trees, shrubs and wildflowers comes to gardening for bees is it’s easy to grow if you have — Denise Ellsworth, program director important role, if pesticides can grow and provide seeds to grow more flowers, accord- sun.” for Honey Bee and Native Pollinator get in the nectar of plants it and fruit for animals to eat. ing to Denise Ellsworth, “Milkweeds are really key as Education, Ohio State University’s could have negative impacts “We encourage people to program director for Honey well,” she added. “They’re one Department of Entomology on bees. spread the word,” she said. Bee and Native Pollinator of the best nectar sources.” Pesticides can affect bees’ “We definitely need the bees, learning and memory. For and we need lots of bee fans.”

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20 | Salt | South Ohio | May/June 2019 May/June 2019 | South Ohio | Salt | 21 Blooms & Berries also has Richard Burke described And while these area farms might all come with snacks in their bakery and a u-picking, saying, “The thing special, unique experiences, they collectively had picnic area, as well as a farm I like about this is the experi- these tips when it comes to u-picking: market and garden center. ence for the younger genera- • Plan for the picking seasons. Probst also said that Blooms tion,” he said. Probst said that different geographic areas have dif- & Berries also hosts Fall on As an example, he said that ferent picking times. Checking the farm’s website will the Farm each many people help visitors know when fruits are ready to be picked year, which under age 30 “We’ve had so and also if there are any closings for various agricul- includes a pump- don’t have mem- tural reasons. kin patch, hay many positive ories of picking • Come closer to opening. rides and a corn remarks from blackberries at maze. their grandpar- “We get picked out a lot of times,” said Sutton. “(If “We try to people because ents’ farm. you come early) you’ll have a better experience all make it so you they’ve never “We’ve had so around.” He added that, if you’re coming from a lon- can spend a good done it before.” many positive ger distance, it helps to call ahead. amount of time — Richard Burke, remarks from Similarly, Probst said, “Picking in the morning is and enjoy a day B&D Berry Farm people because always a good bet.” Earlier picking also means cooler in the country,” owner and operator they’ve never temperatures and fewer crowds. Story by Sarah Allen Probst said. done it before,” • Don’t necessarily set up in the first spot you see. Photos courtesy of Berryhill That idea was Burke added. Probst suggested looking around, as some of the Farm, Blooms & Berries Farm echoed by Zelda Karnes, who B&D Berry Farm has best picking might be in unexpected areas. Market, B&D Berry Farm, co-owns Karnes Orchard with “almost 1,100 (blackberry) • Dress for the outdoors. her husband Steve. plants” on its two acres, Burke Karnes Orchard Probst described u-picks as working farms. As such, After picking, she said, said, adding that the farm pro- visitors will get an “authentic experience.” He also many people like to climb the vides everything visitors may said that sunscreen is essential and that bug spray “is Summertime is a season for making orchard’s hill and enjoy the need. not bad to have” either. memories and having fun — and one way “beautiful view.” “You don’t need gloves, Similarly, Karnes said, “Come dressed prepared to do just that is by visiting a u-pick farm. Karnes Orchard offers tart you don’t need boots,” he for walking in an orchard.” Closed-toed shoes, she At these farms, visitors will find more cherries and apples for u-pick, said. He also said that the added, are usually the best option. than delicious fruit — they will also find and sometimes peaches, farm has wagons and folding experiences that will forever plant them- depending on the amount chairs available, and that they • Bring different methods of payment. selves in their memories. available. are pet-friendly. B&D Berry Probst said that, while Blooms & Berries takes credit “We’ve found that u-pick is way different Visitors to the orchard are Farm also sells jams, jellies and cards, not all u-pick farms do. If you’re planning on than it was 20 years ago,” said Jeff Probst, given baskets for collecting honey. using a credit card, make sure the farm accepts it who co-owns Blooms & Berries Farm their fruit, Karnes said. She Burke encourages visitors to before your trip. Market with his mother, Cathy. added that the orchard’s rows taste the berries while they’re • Have fun. In the past, Probst said, u-picking was are marked with signs, signify- picking. “A lot of (visitors) “The best u-pick experience is to just come and have about volume. “Now it’s not so much ing the varieties and what is are repeat customers,” he said. a good time,” Burke said. about filling a freezer … but about having available for u-picking at that “They love it. … It’s a fun a fun weekend,” he said. time. experience.” Many visitors are “craving that farm She added that the trees And while u-picking is experience,” he said. It’s an outing that are grown on trellises, which definitely about fun, it’s also comes with a “delicious reward” and that means that there is fruit as low about connection. According also supports the local economy. as a person’s ankles or as high to Berryhill Farm owner Chris At Blooms & Berries, visitors can pick up as they can reach. Sutton, “You can actually talk blueberries and strawberries. Probst added “It’s accessible for two- to the people who grow your that, this year, they are also trying out year olds to 100-year olds,” food.” u-pick green beans and sweet corn. Karnes said. That also means He added that families often that areas of the orchard are pack lunches, eating between wheelchair-accessible. pickings. “They make an expe- If someone is new to u-pick- rience out of it,” he said. Berryhill Farm is at 127 E. Krepps ing, she added, the Karneses Located in Xenia, Berryhill Road, just south of Xenia. will take them out into the Farm is in its 21st year of B&D Berry Farm is at 1042 Inlow Ave. orchard and show them business. Sutton said his in Peebles. around. She encourages people parents started it with his sib- to ask questions. lings and that he’s “grown up Blooms & Berries Farm Market is at After all, the most impor- building this farm.” 9669 S. state Route 48 in Loveland. tant part of any u-pick outing The 20-acre farm offers Karnes Orchard is at 8200 Worley Mill is to have fun. B&D Berry blueberries, blackberries and Road in Hillsboro. Farm owner and operator red raspberries. 2222 || SaltSalt || SouthSouth OhioOhio || May/JuneMay/June 20192019 May/JuneMay/June 20192019 || SouthSouth OhioOhio || SaltSalt || 2323 Surviving With Hope Enjoy these recipes shared by Stephanie Stokes, of Stokes Berry Farm in Wilmington, from the July 2010 issue of Salt magazine: Anniversary Celebration!!! Raspberry Freezer Jam Raspberry Pie and lemon juice. For crust, cut shortening into flour Cancer Center Journey of Success 4 cups berries Pie filling: and salt until particles are size of small 3 1/2 cups sugar 5 cups black raspberries peas. 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