OSU Extension Holmes County

06/03/2026

Great opportunity with Ohio State University Extension - Wayne County

On-Farm Energy Management: Understanding Peak Load Contribution and Capacity Charges
Presented by: Eric Romich, Professor & Extension Specialist, Energy Education
Friday, June 12, 10-11am, via Zoom
Link to join: go.osu.edu/061226capcacitycost

Five Hours, Big Costs: Taking Control of Farm Energy Costs.
Rising electricity costs are being driven by changes in the regional power system, growing demand, and higher capacity market prices. This program is designed to help farmers understand annual capacity obligations and how they affect overall electricity costs. Participants will learn the difference between monthly peak demand charges and annual capacity obligations, with a focus on how peak load contribution (PLC) during a few critical summer hours can shape fixed charges for the entire year. Using real farm examples, the session will explain why some farms are seeing sharp increases in costs and highlight practical strategies to manage energy use, reduce exposure to rising charges, and explore predictive modeling concepts that may support peak shaving.

Key Topics Covered:
- Introduction to RTOs, PJM, and Electricity Markets
- Farm Electric Bill Components: Energy, Demand, and Capacity
- How Annual Capacity Obligation Is Calculated
- Understanding Farm Peak Load Contribution (PLC)
- PJM Capacity Auctions, Markets, and Rising Prices
- Farm Examples: Rising Capacity Costs on Monthly Bills
- Load Management Strategies to Reduce PLC

06/03/2026

West Holmes 8th graders wrapped up the school year by participating in Real Money. Real World. 💰

This fun, hands-on simulation gives students the chance to make real-life budgeting and lifestyle decisions—just like adults! It’s a great way to build financial awareness and see how everyday choices add up.

A huge THANK YOU to all of our amazing volunteers who helped make this experience possible—we couldn’t do it without you! 👏❤️

Tara Martin/Theresa Holasek - Cardinal Rehab
Judy Kayes
Amy Patterson/Julie Jones - Commerical Savings Bank
Robyn Harford/Addie Hagy - The Killbuck Savings Bank
Jordan Yoder - Hummel Insurance
James Miller - Kaufman Realty
Shay Lynch - Holmes Wayne Electric Co-op
Cody Pettit - Ohio Treasurer's Office
Bonnie Porter - 4-H Volunteer
Brian Farley/Josh Herold - Pomerene Hospital
Jenna Sheldon - Ohio State Extension Student Employee

Also a big Thank You to West Holmes 8th grade teachers Mr. Wengerd, Mrs. Rennecker, Mr. Woods, Mrs. Reidenbach, Mrs. Camacho, and Mrs. Wengerd for letting us interrupt their classes and Guidance Counselor Mrs. Schwartz for her assistance.

05/29/2026

Kids in the Kitchen returns! 🎉
Our second session filled up FAST ✅—don’t miss out! We still have 5 spots available in Session 1 (June 10–12).

☎️ Call 330-674-3015 today to learn more or sign up!

05/27/2026

A huge thank you to
Mt Hope Auction and The Love Center Food Pantry for hosting Dr. McDermott, Troy Koser from the OSU Tick Lab, and Sarah Burkholder from the Holmes County General Health District for joining us to share about Tick awarness and prevention!

If you missed the in person meetings, here is the link to the YouTube video to share for anyone who missed: Ohio Tick Update

Ohio is home to several species of ticks that affect humans, pets, and livestock in various ways. Tim McDermott, DVM with OSU Extension Franklin County, debu...

05/26/2026

🕒 Tick Talk Session #1 is officially underway!

Missed the afternoon class? No worries — you still have a chance to join us TONIGHT!
📍 Love Center Community Room
⏰ 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Come learn, ask questions, and be part of the conversation!

A big thank-you to Dr. Tim McDermott and Troy Koser for sharing their time and expertise with us 👏

We’d love to see you there this evening!

05/22/2026

Reminder: We will be closed Monday for Memorial Day 🇺🇸
Thank you to all who have served and sacrificed.

05/22/2026

Join us for this summer's Home Food Preservation webinar series, "Let's Preserve It!"
Tuesdays 12-12:30 p.m.
June 9: Methods of Preserving
June 23: Water Bath Canning Basics
July 7: Pressure Canning Basics
July 21: Freezing Basics
July 28: Drying Basics
Aug. 11: Making and Preserving Juice

Webinars are free, register required go.osu.edu/fpwebinars

05/22/2026

TODAY is the last day to register for Conservation Day Camp! Contact the Holmes Soil & Water Conservation District to register!

The deadline to register for Conservation Day Camp is fast approaching so get your kids' registrations to us before it's too late. This Friday, May 22nd will be the last day to register for this year's camp. Registration forms can be dropped off at our office at 62 W. Clinton Street in Millersburg, emailed to [email protected], or you can call us at 330-674-2811 ext. 3. Registration forms can be found at https://www.holmesswcd.com/conservation-day-camp-2026.