Hello , Coshocton County ! I hope you ’ re all staying safe and warm with all the snow we ’ ve had so far this January . Personally , I like to stay indoors as much as possible , enjoying my favorite hobbies like reading a book or watching a movie while completing a puzzle with my family .

However , not all aspects of life come to a halt just because it ’ s cold and snowy outside . Farming is one of those things that doesn ’ t stop in the winter . Animals still need to be fed , chores need to be completed and equipment needs repairing .

While none of us are

strangers to Ohio ’ s cold winters , it ’ s important to periodically remind ourselves how to properly prepare our farms for such conditions .

— Take advantage of daylight : When the sun is out and temperatures are relatively warmer , use this time to winterize equipment and buildings . It ’ s also a good opportunity for routine maintenance to reduce the likelihood of breakdowns and repairs

when conditions worsen .

— Plan your day accordingly : The sun sets much earlier in winter . Starting your day early allows you to finish your work before dark , helping to prevent accidents .

— Monitor the weather : Keeping an eye on long-term weather forecasts is just as crucial in winter as it is in spring when planting crops . Mark drives and ponds when heavy snowfall is predicted to assist in navigating the farm safely when it ’ s covered in snow or ice .

— Create a winter survival kit for your farm : When conditions become

severe , you ’ ll want to make sure you already have everything you will need on hand . A good way to know what you have is to make a checklist for a survival kit . Things like food , water , medication , tools and extra clothing can be helpful to have when you are unable to leave the house or there is a power outage .

— Be prepared for the unexpected with livestock : Don ’ t wait until temperatures drop below freezing to purchase a water tank heater , or you might find empty shelves . Stock up on water tank heaters for when severe weather hits . If you ’ re farrowing , lambing

or kidding during this winter season , it ’ s wise to have a few heating lamps on hand as backup . Plan ahead for getting water to livestock in case of a power outage and have extra supplies of feed and bedding materials ready in case trips to town are not possible .

— Take care of yourself : Wear appropriate layers depending on the amount of physical labor to stay comfortable and ensure your head and hands are always warm . Investing in good work gear can be costly initially but proves useful through most seasons .

Remember to stay

hydrated and avoid over-exertion , even in the winter . Fuel your body with nutritious food and healthy meals . When using alternative power and heat sources , be mindful of carbon monoxide buildup and ensure plenty of ventilation . Lastly , always let someone know where you are working .

Being prepared increases safety , minimizes stress and ensures smooth operations in less-than-ideal circumstances . I encourage everyone , whether you live on a farm or not , to think of ways to stay safe and healthy during these cold days . Have a great and safe day and stay warm .

MARRIAGE LICENSES

• Kyndall Madison Stocker of Coshocton and Duke Young of Coshocton .

DISSOLUTIONS

• Cory Dieter of Coshocton from Rebecca Dieter of Dayton .

• Thomas Stonebraker of Coshocton from Taylor Stonebraker of Coshocton .

DIVORCES

• Eleanor Drushal of West Lafayette vs Justin Drushal Port Washington .

• John Tarman Jr . of Coshocton vs Morgan Tarman of Coshocton .

DEATH NOTICES

• Regan Eugene Dreher , 58 , passed away Friday , Jan . 10 , 2025 , at Zanesville Genesis Hospital in Zanesville . A Celebration of Life is being planned for a later date . For more information visit www . FischerFuneralHome . com .

• Marianne Bouris , 62 , of Coshocton passed away Friday

, Jan . 10 , 2025 . A funeral service was held Jan . 16 at Given-Dawson-Paisley Funeral Home . For more information visit www . given-dawsonpaisleyfh . com .

• Jerry Thomas Wilson , 84 , of Coshocton passed away Friday , Jan . 10 , 2025 , at Riverside Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Newcomerstown . Per Jerry ’ s wishes , a cremation will take place , and later this spring , interment will be at South Lawn Cemetery . The Free Funeral Home of Coshocton is serving the family .

• Thomas “ Tom ” A . Smalley , 80 , of Coshocton passed away Monday , Jan . 13 , 2025 , at his home surrounded by family . A graveside service

was held Jan . 17 at Coshocton County Memory Gardens . For more information visit www . themillerfuneralhome . com .

• Marjorie E . Lessig passed away Friday , Jan . 17 , 2025 , at Altercare of Coshocton . A memorial service will be held at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church . The date and time will be announced when arrangements are set in place . For more information visit www . themillerfuneralhome . com .

LAND TRANSFERS

• Oct . 7

• Joseph J . and Susan Schlabach JLRS to Monroe L . and Ruby H . Yoder , 31091 County Road 126 , Lake Buckhorn , $ 6921,210 .

• Ohio Franklin Realty LLC to Bradley L . Brelsford and Darbi A . Frazee , 50402 Township Road 15 , Coshocton , $ 35,000 .

• Joseph J Schlabach JLRS to Dean , Anna and Dean Schlabach Jr ., 023-00000080-

09 ( retired ) on County Road 126 , Lake Buckhorn , $ 208,560 .

• Patti A . Olinger Erman to Aimee and Michael Brown , 308 S . Wall St ., West Lafayette , $ 235,000 .

• Rose Marie Wild to Nickolas A . Page , 1002 Chestnut St ., Coshocton , $ 90,000 .

• Oct . 8

• Warren E . Sturtz to Delbert H . Yoder , 18168 County Road 107 , Plainfield , $ 55,000 .

• Henry E . Kempf JLRS to Marion and Susie Yoder , 017- 00001007-06 on state Route 643 , Keene , $ 169,000 .

• Cody Pernice to Aaron and Ella Mae Troyer , 28534 state Route 60 , Metham , $ 108,000 .

• Michael C . Mosholder JLRS to Timothy B . and Haley Journey , 25466 County Road 367 , Walhonding , $ 5,960 .

LAND TRANSFERS WITHOUT CONVEYANCE FEES

• Oct . 7

• Michelle Ganz JLRS to Michelle Turner , 745 S . Sixth St ., Coshocton .

• Oct . 8

• Denley J . and Diane K . Schlegel JLRS to Timberwoods Property Management Ltd ., 039-00000072-00 , 039-00000073-00 and 43139 on County Road 75 , Adams Mills .

• Denley J . and Diane K . Schlegel JLRS to Denley J

and Diane K . Schlegel TTEE , 043-00006382-00 , 043- 00006379-05 and 1900 on Township Road , Atwood , and 043-00005679-00 on Otsego Ave ., Coshocton .

• Mary Ellen Crayton to Will M . Crayton TTEE , 33287 County Road 323 , Layland .

• Henry A . Barkman JLRS to Henry A . and Ruth A . Barkman TTEES , 54742 Township Road 170 , West Lafayette .

Hard Salami ......................................................$ 4.29 lb .

Sandwich Pepperoni .........................................$ 4.79 lb .

WC Marble Cheese ...........................................$ 3.29 lb .

Propane Gas Cylinders Filled Here

20 lb . Cylinder ............................. $ 15.00 + tax

30 lb . Cylinder .............................$ 22.00 See ​ON + tax ( To ) 100 lb . Cylinder ...........................$ 65.00 + tax

30341 Coshocton Rd East of Millwood on US 36 Hours : M-W 8-5 • Th 8-6 F 8-5 • Sat 8-4

Walhonding , OH 43843 West of New Castle 740-427-2255

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