Hordville board OKs solar project

Hordville Village Board members voted unanimously Thursday to approve the request of a private resident to install 26 solar panels on their garage. The board approved the development after little discussion at the public hearing attended by one community member who offered no comment on the project.

Extension educator shares solar energy insights

The development of the alternative energy field has transformed over time, growing from ethanol, to wind, to solar power and beyond. As part of a joint Hamilton and Merrick County Extension Board meeting Jan.