How sweet potatoes rose to popularity at Thanksgiving
Sweet potatoes likely weren't eaten at the first Thanksgiving celebration, but they have since become a staple at the holiday dinner table.
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Oxford Township seeks community input on land use plan at public meeting
Oxford Township has been working on an updated land use plan for the past year. On Oct. 24, the committee shared its first draft with the community.
Fresh local ginger offers alternative taste to grocery store variety
If you've only ever tried ginger from a grocery store, you're missing out on the mellower flavor of local varieties.
Local gardener expands operation with new roadside stall
Mary Sutton has been building her five-acre homestead for years. Now, she's selling her products in a renovated camper which she's turned into a roadside stall.
Two local apple festivals set to usher in October
Apple lovers will have plenty to celebrate next weekend as two annual fruit-themed festivals come to Southwest Ohio.
Sweet and spicy: Local peppers add flair to palate
Peppers are one of the most versatile vegetables on the market, available in a variety of colors, shapes, flavors and heat levels.
Heirlooms and hybrids: Dozens of tomato varieties available in Oxford
Last time Board President James Rubenstein tried to count the number of unique types of local tomatoes available in Oxford, he got to more than 70. Different varieties have different health benefits and flavor profiles.