Eastern Ohio is fortunate to have one of the premiere agricultural research stations. This year EARS otherwise known as the Eastern Agricultural Research Station is celebrating 50th year of conducting research as part of The Ohio State University. An Open House will be held on Sunday, October 2nd, 2-5 p.m. at the branch highlighting research projects of the last 50 years. There is no cost to attend. The station is located 2 miles east of Belle Valley off the I-77 exit on State Route 215 and adjacent to Wolf Run State Park. For information, contact Wayne Shriver Station manager at 740-732-2682.