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Woman seated at a large-format scanner in a room with maps and document boxes.

Library awarded federal grant for new scanner

Funding supports digitization at Family History & Learning Center

MVNU board extends Dr. Castleman’s contract through 2031

Enrollment, revenue, endowments, all up during president's tenure

Wooster Community Hospital earns top safety grade

Leapfrog Group awards hospital an “A” for patient safety performance

Close-up of a road roller pressing fresh asphalt on a paved road.

Lake Township accepts paving plan

Bids to be opened June 8; project completion set for October

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Garner Hotel opens adjacent to Galaxy in Wadsworth

June 10 grand opening to showcase new accommodations and amenities

Carroll commissioners honor correctional officers, staff

Proclamation highlights demanding work; updates include county home, transit

Day of Caring brings hundreds of volunteers together across Wayne County

More than 430 participants completed 40 service projects across the Orrville area

Summer reading challenge kicks off May 30 at Orrville Public Library

Programs include story times, crafts and writing workshops

Wayne County Clerk of Courts project to generate new revenue

Banking initiative expected to add more than $28,000 annually to county general fund

Few close contests emerge in Wayne County primary

Local voters overwhelmingly supported fire levies and liquor options

Holmes County voters see few close contests in primary

Few races proved competitive as most winners cruised to nomination victories

Sports

Photo gallery: Local boys tennis teams at NET Championships

Several area boys tennis players posted strong performances at the NET Championships

Ridgewood Rec Softball photo shared

This community sports submission was provided Friday following local rec softball action

Coshocton tennis faces New Philadelphia

Tuscora Park hosted Coshocton and New Philadelphia

USA Softball brings Border Battle to Winesburg this summer

The June 18-20 event at Winesburg Park will feature Team USA, Team Canada, local all-stars and a fundraiser for the family of Jason Yoder

Freddies fall in heartbreaker to Danville

Blue Devils score in eighth inning to grab victory

Just in time for Mother's Day, a story that might surprise you

Columnist Mike Dewey reflects on history, family and defiance

Drawing Laughter

The gift of the never-ending bedtime story

Columnist John Lorson finds new audience in his grandchildren

The View From Here

Collectible or not?

Letting go of a lifetime of 'stuff' proves harder than expected

Library Highlights

Coshocton Library sets Summer Reading Program

The all-ages program runs May 27 to July 23, with a kickoff event May 26 and prizes for children, teens and adults

Letter to the Editor

Concerns raised over potential data centers in Harrison County

Thomas Clapper

Why I keep going back to older movies

Your OSU Extension Edge

Weaning season brings challenges for cattle producers

OSU Extension educator reflects on methods, stress and herd management

Cooking with Karl

Bake mom happy

Consider serving up some of Rose’s Orange Supreme Cake

Lifestyles

Introducing Coffee Cup – A live stage conversation series

Community storytelling series offered at the Woodward Opera House

Three people seated closely together and smiling against a yellow background.

The Hoppers to perform at Ohio Star Theater

Southern gospel group scheduled for May 16 concert

Open binder with sheet music next to a violin.

Wooster Music Club closes season with performances

Scholarship recipients announced during final meeting of 2025-26 season

MVNU Community Music School to host Summer Youth Band for middle school musicians

Program to help musicians grow, continue playing in summer

Dogwood Lunch Concerts held in Coshocton

The Pomerene Center for the Arts hosted annual performances May 4-7 in the artPARK featuring student musicians from Coshocton, Ridgewood and River View

Genesis to host cancer survivors event

Celebrate Life is set for June 7 at Genesis Cancer Care Center in Zanesville with music, food and a survivor speaker

Community

Union alumni gather for 81st reunion

More than 120 attended the May 2 event at the Coshocton Senior Center, where organizers honored veterans and recognized the Class of 1966

Children with green lanyards stand with arms outstretched during a group activity indoors.

Free VBS program offered at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church

Emerald Crossing theme explores Psalm 23 and faith for children

Two women seated in an office review paperwork beside a desk and computer monitors.

Katherine Bellman eyes a teaching career

KCCC, Fredericktown senior hopes to teach at same school as her mother

Tuscarawas Arts Partnership honors students, educators at Arts Signing Day

The annual event recognizes graduating seniors who have committed to continuing their education and careers in the arts

A group of people posing outdoors on grass in front of a large building.

Ohio Star Theater to premiere ‘Elijah: Prophet of Fire’

New production brings biblical story to life on Dutch Valley campus

Harrison County sees low turnout in May primary

Democrats cast 534 ballots, compared with 1,303 by Republicans, two by nonpartisans and five by Libertarians

Hines named assistant fire chief for MVFD

One other promoted, one firefighter hired full time

Courtroom with participants discussing legal matters.

Emery final pretrial reset for June 30

Two defendants who appeared in court had their cases resolved after pleading guilty

Woman adding powder to a shaker bottle on a kitchen counter with jars and a glass nearby.

TOPS Nashville discusses health supplements

Members learn about nutrition and recognize weekly weight-loss achievements

Coshocton physician highlights rural transportation barriers

Ashley Hothem of GMG OB/GYN Coshocton says travel challenges can keep rural patients from getting local and specialist care

Business

Knox Community Hospital celebrates Nurses Week

The heart of healthcare honored for dedication, compassion

West Lafayette shop plans princess party

Universe Bridal and Prom will host the June 14 event for girls age 2-10 at Unusual Junction, with preregistration required

Fox, Thomas to be featured at Kudos

Photographer/painter and woodworker are featured artists of the month

Jarrett recognized during transportation month

Orrville company highlighted for global logistics impact

Mel’s Buggy Rides in Berlin paint a unique memory of Amish Country

Holmes County guide Mel Gingerich shares Amish Country history and daily life on horse-drawn rides departing behind Boyd & Wurthmann Restaurant

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Library awarded federal grant for new scanner

MVNU board extends Dr. Castleman’s contract through 2031

Wooster Community Hospital earns top safety grade

Lake Township accepts paving plan

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Concerns raised over potential data centers in Harrison County

Buckeye Career Center students earn honors at SkillsUSA

OhioGuidestone podcast episode focuses on early childhood parenting

Hopedale Memorial Day Parade set May 25

Carpentry students gain flooring skills through training program

HARCATUS marks 61 years of service

Final blood drive at JVS helps support community needs

Students restore 1952 tractor for class project

Harrison County sees low turnout in May primary

Bowerston Women’s Club sets schedule for new year

Garner Hotel opens adjacent to Galaxy in Wadsworth

Carroll commissioners honor correctional officers, staff

Day of Caring brings hundreds of volunteers together across Wayne County

Summer reading challenge kicks off May 30 at Orrville Public Library

Wayne County Clerk of Courts project to generate new revenue

Few close contests emerge in Wayne County primary

Holmes County voters see few close contests in primary

Photo gallery: Local boys tennis teams at NET Championships

Ridgewood Rec Softball photo shared

Coshocton tennis faces New Philadelphia

USA Softball brings Border Battle to Winesburg this summer

Freddies fall in heartbreaker to Danville

Carrollton observes National Day of Prayer

Katherine Bellman eyes a teaching career

Carrollton Farmers Market underway for the 2026 season

Millersburg Glass Appraisal Fair could reveal rare pieces

USA Softball brings Border Battle to Winesburg this summer

West Holmes History Club opens the door to learning outside the classroom

Rolling across America, one story at a time

Walnut Creek students tour Tap Tap Maple Farm

Carroll County Animal Protection League grand opening set for May 30

Mel’s Buggy Rides in Berlin paint a unique memory of Amish Country

Inter-Valley Conference faces shakeup as 3 schools depart

Hospital sale could boost local care, mayor says

New Philadelphia school levy fails, district weighs next steps

West Holmes seeks stability with conference change

Wooster baseball honors Maddox Graser in return to field

Cincinnati-based company proposes $80 million housing development in New Philadelphia

Primary ballot in Holmes County features high-profile races

CHS graduates inducted into 2026 Alumni Hall of Fame

Lake Township sets moratorium on new data centers

State, local candidates, issues on May 5 primary ballot

Just in time for Mother's Day, a story that might surprise you

The gift of the never-ending bedtime story

Collectible or not?

Coshocton Library sets Summer Reading Program

Concerns raised over potential data centers in Harrison County

Why I keep going back to older movies

Weaning season brings challenges for cattle producers

Bake mom happy

Introducing Coffee Cup – A live stage conversation series

The Hoppers to perform at Ohio Star Theater

Wooster Music Club closes season with performances

MVNU Community Music School to host Summer Youth Band for middle school musicians

Dogwood Lunch Concerts held in Coshocton

Genesis to host cancer survivors event

Union alumni gather for 81st reunion

Free VBS program offered at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church

Katherine Bellman eyes a teaching career

Tuscarawas Arts Partnership honors students, educators at Arts Signing Day

Ohio Star Theater to premiere ‘Elijah: Prophet of Fire’

Harrison County sees low turnout in May primary

Hines named assistant fire chief for MVFD

Emery final pretrial reset for June 30

TOPS Nashville discusses health supplements

Coshocton physician highlights rural transportation barriers

Knox Community Hospital celebrates Nurses Week

West Lafayette shop plans princess party

Fox, Thomas to be featured at Kudos

Jarrett recognized during transportation month

Mel’s Buggy Rides in Berlin paint a unique memory of Amish Country

How to prepare to be an executor of an estate

BBB warns of e-signature email scams

Understanding the Social Security breakeven age