Madison Soil and Water Conservation District

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

https://www.madisonsoilandwater.com/news-events/newsroom2.html/article/2026/05/29/madison-county-health-survey

Madison County Health Survey

05/15/2026

The Little Darby Creek Covered Bridge, 100 W. Taylor Blair Road, in Madison County in West Jefferson, will officially be renamed “David P Brand Memorial Bridge.”

When a bridge over the Little Darby Creek needed to be brought up to modern needs, David Brand, former Madison County Engineer (1966 - 2015), research many options to find an affordable, aesthetically pleasing bridge that could span the entire State and National Scenic River. Then he worked with many partners to fund this vision. The bridge was completed in 2012. Today, it is a local source of pride for the community.

In his honor, the Little Darby Creek Covered Bridge will be officially renamed the “David P Brand Memorial Bridge.” The dedication ceremony will be at the bridge at 11:00 am on May 19th, 2026. The bridge is located just west of West Jefferson, Ohio, off U.S. Route 40 on Taylor-Blair Road (turn north at the Dollar General store).

All are welcome to attend. We hope to see you there!

05/14/2026

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05/05/2026

AEP is proposing a 11 mile transmission line in the northern part of Madison County. If your property is affected, this meeting could help you understand your options.

UPDATE:
We heard from our county members and have decided to make this meeting OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
While a Farm Bureau membership is not required to attend, we hope you’ll see the value in becoming a member and the benefits it provides (like this meeting with a subject matter expert)!

ATTN: Madison County Farm Bureau Members -

AEP Ohio has announced plans for the Patina-Mirkwood Transmission Project, a new 11-mile, 345-kilovolt (kV) transmission line. Madison County Farm Bureau is hosting a community briefing on the proposed project to help you navigate the potential impact and understand your rights as a landowner. Dale Arnold, OFBF Director of Energy Policy, will be our featured speaker for the evening.

🗓 Tuesday, May 12 | 6:30 PM 📍 Plainview School Gymnasium (8270 Amish Pike Rd, Plain City)

Interested in becoming a member? Join at ofbf.org/join or call 614-876-1274 to pay over the phone.

Visit the project website: https://www.aeptransmission.com/ohio/Patina-Mirkwood/

Submit public comments to AEP until Friday, May 15 (bottom of page): https://www.aeptransmission.com/ohio/Patina-Mirkwood/

05/01/2026

Students from Madison Plains High School Participate in Area IV Envirothon

https://www.madisonsoilandwater.com/news-events/newsroom2.html/article/2026/05/01/students-from-madison-plains-high-school-participate-in-area-iv-envirothon

05/01/2026

NWSG Forage Workshop - June, 2026

04/29/2026

Plain City is growing green space as they grow! We were happy to be a part of Plain City's Tree Planting Event at the future Sugar Creek Park. Plain City is in their 3rd year of being a Tree City USA designated community. They get to host Arbor Day festivities to celebrate trees and how they enhance the vitality of their communities. Trees are so important in our lives!

04/29/2026

CWD Detected in Deer from Six Counties During 2025-26 Hunting Season

https://www.madisonsoilandwater.com/news-events/newsroom2.html/article/2026/04/29/cwd-detected-in-deer-from-six-counties-during-2025-26-hunting-season