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Wooster police chief marks recovery one year after brain hemorrhage

One year after a near-fatal brain hemorrhage, Chief Matt Fisher reflects on resilience and gratitude.

Help the NWS by becoming a SKYWARN storm spotter

Free session on March 9 at East Holmes Fire Department teaches severe weather reporting and safety.

Edison schools offer incentives to boost bus driver staffing

Like many districts, Edison has faced a staffing shortfall and wanted to take steps to address it

York Township opens new indoor pickleball courts

The Courts of York offers year-round play with no membership fees, attracting over 900 visitors since November

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CHS grads to be inducted into Carrollton HOF May 1

Carrollton High School graduates who have distinguished themselves in their professions have been selected for induction

Commissioners receive temporary occupancy permit for Annex building

The permit allows county offices to begin moving into the building and schedule times for the public to access the facility

Indian Valley teacher named Golden Owl Award finalist

The Indian Valley FFA chapter will receive $1,500 to support future educational efforts

Bowerston Council accepts mayor’s resignation, creates new post

Chase Bryant, 25, is the second-youngest mayor in Bowerston history

Northeast Senate League seeks founding commissioner

The newly formed high school athletic conference serves student-athletes across Carroll, Stark and Tuscarawas counties

Mount Vernon library hosts urgent blood drive

Community urged to donate March 6 amid nationwide blood shortage at 201 N. Mulberry St

Wooster expands with 245-acre annexation

City council approves land annexation for potential housing development on Silver Road, addressing local housing deficit.

Sports

West Holmes girls basketball wins sectional title

Knights defeat John Glenn 48-32 to snag a Division IV sectional championship.

Garaway girls bowling team competes at districts

Harmony Clymer leads with a 451 series at Division II Legacy Lanes District Feb. 19.

Hiland girls basketball nets a Division VI sectional title

Hawks defeat Crooksville 68-32 in sectional final Feb. 21.

Danville's Bartok signs with Rio Grande

Ruby Bartok commits to play softball at Rio Grande University, valuing its small community feel

Medina and Highland ready for playoffs

Medina boys and Highland girls basketball teams prepare for district semifinals in Northeast Ohio

Anyone remember the old Carroll County jail?

A dedication program was set for Feb. 29, 1976 for Carroll County’s new security building, jail

Stories in a Snap

A lesson from the gumball philosopher

A local resident transforms discarded items into art, promoting a philosophy of gifting over debt.

Dear Old Dad

Generational guitar dreams in Highland

A father's old guitar inspires his son to pursue music, leading to a new Stratocaster and shared musical joy.

OSU AG Extension Talk

How to tap maple trees in Coshocton

Learn the steps for collecting sap and making syrup this season in Ohio

Cooking with Karl

The 'I Should Eat Better' List

Discover simple daily foods to boost your diet during Lent in Ohio.

The Garden Gate

Discover skunk cabbage at Green Leaf Park

Join the Medina County Park District on Feb. 27 for a trek to find Ohio's earliest blooming wildflower.

OSU Extension Wayne Co.

OSU webinar series combats winter blues

Wayne County's OSU Extension offers free March sessions on mindfulness and well-being.

Letter From Sally

Come learn about Coshocton County's infirmary

Event at Tiverton Grange Hall to feature program on Coshocton County's historic infirmary, March 4-5.

Lifestyles

Loudonville Public Library offers March activities

Programs for all ages include crafts, book clubs and cooking challenges throughout the month.

Orrville Public Library launches spring programs

Youth and adults can join book clubs, story times and cooking events starting March 2.

Catholic Schools Week highlights hope at Immaculate Conception

Students and staff members joined together to emphasize this year’s theme

Cleo Redd Fisher Museum offers France tour

Weeklong June trip includes Paris, Normandy and Monet's Giverny for Ohio travelers.

Foster Ministry House shifts food distribution

Mount Vernon ministry moves monthly distribution to fourth Saturday to better serve community needs

United Way offering free tax filing

United Way offers online and in-person tax assistance for eligible residents this season

Community

Lions Clubs, Lake Schools name February honorees

Uniontown and Hartville Lions recognize students, staff, and volunteers for February contributions

Lenten Lunches begin at Presbyterian Church

Coshocton community gathers for 55th annual Lenten Lunch series, supporting local children through Clothe a Child project

Newcomerstown board vacancy applications due March 2

Tuscarawas County Probate Court judge, Adam W. Wilgus, is responsible for filling the vacancy

Strasburg-Franklin Local School District pulls operating levy from May 5 ballot

The board recognized February Tigers of the Month

Compassion Delivered celebrates 10 years in Stark County

The nonprofit has provided 100,000 meals to those with life-threatening illnesses since its founding

Adena Council hears updates on bank building, trailhead project

A delay may help the village coordinate timing with another grant application — $250,000 for downtown sidewalks

Carroll County Board of Elections defers moving until after primary election

Its new location will be at the Carroll County annex

Bench trial set for Millersburg woman accused in Atwood Lake drowning

Common Pleas Judge Michael Ernest is expected to issue a verdict on Miller’s guilt or innocence at the end of the bench trial

John Veney named 2026 Scouter of the Year at Killbuck District event

Wooster's Veney honored at recognition dinner for 15 years of service.

Pediatric care accessible for every child in Knox County

Local clinics in Mount Vernon and Danville offer comprehensive care for children, ensuring accessibility and affordability

Business

Baker’s Belmont Cafe brings new life to longtime Amsterdam gathering spot

The couple had originally considered starting a food truck, but when the cafe became available, the opportunity felt right

Hartville Elevator boosts local grain buying

New facilities and initiatives aim to double local purchases in 2026, supporting area farmers and businesses

Celebrating local excellence: Wooster Area Chamber to honor 2026 award recipients

Annual dinner on Feb. 26 to recognize local leaders and businesses for their contributions to the community.

Pathways for Inclusion to offer services, support for families

Pathways for Inclusion: Family Resource Center, a nonprofit aimed at connecting families with resources and guidance

Minerva’s Market Street Art Spot reaches 15-year milestone

Market Street Art Spot remains a staple of the Village of Minerva

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Wooster police chief marks recovery one year after brain hemorrhage

Help the NWS by becoming a SKYWARN storm spotter

Edison schools offer incentives to boost bus driver staffing

York Township opens new indoor pickleball courts

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Bowerston Council accepts mayor’s resignation, creates new post

Edison schools offer incentives to boost bus driver staffing

Adena Council hears updates on bank building, trailhead project

Harrison Community Hospital adds 3D mammography system

Cadiz considers police cadet program, judge’s son proposed as first hire

Community support fuels Hopedale Schoolhouse project

TMS program to return to Harrison County

Bristol Tipton selected for Ohio State Fair Celebrity Steer Show

Jewett seeks police chief, administrator

Harrison commissioners move meeting, table generator bid

CHS grads to be inducted into Carrollton HOF May 1

Commissioners receive temporary occupancy permit for Annex building

Indian Valley teacher named Golden Owl Award finalist

Bowerston Council accepts mayor’s resignation, creates new post

Northeast Senate League seeks founding commissioner

Mount Vernon library hosts urgent blood drive

Wooster expands with 245-acre annexation

West Holmes girls basketball wins sectional title

Garaway girls bowling team competes at districts

Hiland girls basketball nets a Division VI sectional title

Danville's Bartok signs with Rio Grande

Medina and Highland ready for playoffs

Help the NWS by becoming a SKYWARN storm spotter

York Township opens new indoor pickleball courts

Danville's Bartok signs with Rio Grande

Compassion Delivered celebrates 10 years in Stark County

Hiner celebrates Lincoln’s virtues

Community support fuels Hopedale Schoolhouse project

Bristol Tipton selected for Ohio State Fair Celebrity Steer Show

Coshocton youth lead with acts of kindness

Berlin Township plans new community park

Baker’s Belmont Cafe brings new life to longtime Amsterdam gathering spot

35 convicted in Harrison County deer processing investigation

Harrison County Republican Party under investigation for missing funds

Bench trial set for Millersburg woman accused in Atwood Lake drowning

Coshocton crash injures two, driver cited

Baker’s Belmont Cafe brings new life to longtime Amsterdam gathering spot

Wooster expands with 245-acre annexation

Wayne County Sports Hall of Fame announces Class of 2026

Dover investing $3.3 million in north-end infrastructure improvements

Auntie Anne's founders visit Millersburg

Teen killed in Carroll County crash near Leesville

Anyone remember the old Carroll County jail?

A lesson from the gumball philosopher

Generational guitar dreams in Highland

How to tap maple trees in Coshocton

The 'I Should Eat Better' List

Discover skunk cabbage at Green Leaf Park

OSU webinar series combats winter blues

Come learn about Coshocton County's infirmary

Loudonville Public Library offers March activities

Orrville Public Library launches spring programs

Catholic Schools Week highlights hope at Immaculate Conception

Cleo Redd Fisher Museum offers France tour

Foster Ministry House shifts food distribution

United Way offering free tax filing

Lions Clubs, Lake Schools name February honorees

Lenten Lunches begin at Presbyterian Church

Newcomerstown board vacancy applications due March 2

Strasburg-Franklin Local School District pulls operating levy from May 5 ballot

Compassion Delivered celebrates 10 years in Stark County

Adena Council hears updates on bank building, trailhead project

Carroll County Board of Elections defers moving until after primary election

Bench trial set for Millersburg woman accused in Atwood Lake drowning

John Veney named 2026 Scouter of the Year at Killbuck District event

Pediatric care accessible for every child in Knox County

Baker’s Belmont Cafe brings new life to longtime Amsterdam gathering spot

Hartville Elevator boosts local grain buying

Celebrating local excellence: Wooster Area Chamber to honor 2026 award recipients

Pathways for Inclusion to offer services, support for families

Minerva’s Market Street Art Spot reaches 15-year milestone

Be careful if offered a free roof inspection

Retirees: 2025 IRS tax filing requirements

Reasons small business owners should separate their finances