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Medina City Schools renames performance venue in honor of late music teacher

Tribute highlights decades of student impact, musical excellence, lasting community legacy

Spring awakens with hikes, birds and Earth Day at county parks

Medina County Park District offers full slate of April nature programs

Sprouts 4-H Garden Club now enrolling

Youth program offers hands-on experience through summer sessions

Benefit planned to support Amy Smith during cancer treatment

Organizers said the event aims to help ease some of the financial burden while also raising awareness about the dangers of sun exposure

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U.S. 250 resurfacing project underway in New Philadelphia

One lane of traffic will be maintained in both directions throughout construction

#IMomSoHard brings double the zany fun to PAC

While the show is geared toward women who best understand the rigors, challenges and antics of motherhood, there is a growing sentiment for men to attend and gleefully take one on the chin

Celebrating local businesses & organizations

Chamber hosting five ribbon cuttings in April

Wayne County clinic earns Cigna health award

The Employee Health Clinic receives 2025 silver level Healthy Workforce Designation for its commitment to employee well-being

Wooster Masons host fundraiser for dog shelter

Ebenezer Lodge's purse bingo event raises money for Wayne County Dog Shelter, supporting animal welfare and community collaboration

Dover Historical Society to hold annual meeting

The Hall of Distinction was created to recognize Dover residents who have made the city a better place to live or whose achievements have brought recognition to Dover

Harrison Central Transition Fair connects students with local opportunities

Students were encouraged to visit as many vendors as possible, start conversations and complete a scavenger hunt that was part of the day’s activities

Sports

Jackets hoping talent overrides lack of varsity experience

MV counting on freshmen, sophomores to step up this season

Hiland, Smithville lead All-Ohio boys basketball honors

Local standouts earn spots in Ohio Prep Sports Media Association awards

Minerva High softball banking on physical, mental improvement

Weaver anchors infield as Hannen continues to build Lady Lions program

Carrollton High softball counting on young arms, senior core

Lady Warriors will blend experience, youth in search for successful season

Carrollton High boys track squad youthful, focused on growth

Small core of seniors will lead the way as Warriors want to continue tradition

Ellen Swallow Richards: Pioneer of home economics

Discover how Richards' innovations in chemistry and education shaped modern family and consumer sciences

OSU Extension Wayne Co.

Ohio 4-H sticks with MyPlate guidelines

Wayne County events to follow MyPlate despite new USDA dietary changes

Housebroken

Persistent rain turns yards into swamps

Local residents face challenges with waterlogged lawns and garden plans

Savvy Senior

Top senior scams and how to avoid them

Older adults face financial fraud risks in 2024, with $81.5 billion lost nationwide

What's Cooking

Southern flavors inspire Dearyan's cooking column

Explore pimento cheese and biscuits recipes from a local's Asheville visit

Library Highlights

Celebrate National Library Week in Coshocton

Join events and explore new books at Coshocton County District Library April 19-25

The Generals' Report

Wooster schools celebrate reading initiatives

Annual events and programs aim to foster literacy and curiosity among students in Wooster

Holmes SWCD

Holmes County offers free fencing for farmers

Local farmers can rent portable fencing kits to graze cover crops this spring, enhancing soil health and reducing feed costs

Lifestyles

Tuscarawas County Soap Box Derby fun runs set for May 9 and May 14

Children can try a real derby car, making it a good opportunity for beginners and families to learn what Soap Box Derby is all about before the season begins

Shred Day returns to Knox County on May 16

Personal documents and mail may be brought in for secure destruction

Coshocton teen leads diaper drive

Gwen Loper supports Pregnancy Center through youth leadership project

City of Dover parks and recreation announces adult and youth activities

Sign-ups begin Monday, May 4 for all classes at the Parks and Recreation office

Conesville church helps pregnancy center

Local church sponsors giveaway to support Pregnancy Center of Coshocton

Food For The Hungry offers grant opportunities for summer distribution programs

Organizations can apply for funding throughout month of April

Community

KCCC students excel at National Collegiate Landscape Competition in Michigan

Team of Carpenter, Bostic finish ninth in Hardscape Installation

Preaching series offered during Holy Week

St. Paul's Episcopal Church to host series for second year

Coshocton Elementary announces honors list

Students recognized for academic excellence in third nine weeks grading period

Camp Invention to return to Tuscarawas Valley Local in June

Through hands-on activities, Camp Invention promotes STEM learning, builds confidence, leadership, perseverance and resourcefulness

Three honored at Lenten Luncheon

Church Women United recognizes service at event

Watershed district updates commissioners on Atwood improvements

The district’s annual operating budget is about $25.5 million, with most of that funding coming from recreation activities, while oil and gas revenue is being used for capital improvements