Josh McWilliams' Pop Culture Corner

Going beyond the game with some of the area's high school student-athletes

Published September 29, 2025 - 9:20 a.m. Modified September 29, 2025 - 9:20 a.m.

Smithville’s Harvest Fest and Market set for Oct. 11

Free family event features local vendors, pioneer demonstrations, live music, tours and seasonal food and drinks.

St. Mary Wooster invites nonpracticing Catholics to reconnect through six-week program

“Catholics Returning Home” series offers a welcoming space to rediscover faith, sacraments, and community starting Oct. 13.

Fall Festival brings art, music and family fun to Wayne Center for the Arts Oct. 4

Wooster event features live performances, artisan vendors, food trucks and hands-on creative activities for all ages.

Wooster native leads Poland lacrosse in pursuit of 2028 Olympics

Kyle Plumly draws on roots with Wooster lacrosse as he guides Polish team toward Los Angeles Games

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Wayne County Historical Society, Buckeye Book Fair partner for free Oct. 11 program

Historian Stephen D. Hambley to explore pioneer routes and electric railways of Northeast Ohio at Wooster event.

Safe Communities report: Wayne County records one traffic fatality in September

Health Department coalition urges partnerships, education to combat impaired driving and improve roadway safety.

Wayne County voter registration deadline is Oct. 6

Monday, Oct. 6 is the deadline to register for the Nov. 4 primary/special election

The Village Network launches National Counseling and Training Center in Wooster

New center offers trauma-informed care training, consultation and nationwide clinician support

Holmes County leaders spotlight mental health during Suicide Prevention and Recovery Month

Commissioners joined advocates and agencies to pass proclamations, share stories of loss, and promote upcoming Sept. 25 training in Millersburg.

Stark-Tuscarawas-Wayne solid waste board discusses tipping fee increase

Sept. 5 meeting in Bolivar also covered recycling site updates, drug take-back changes, recognition of longtime worker Rick Norman and results from diversion and e-waste programs.

Three physicians inducted into Aultman’s 2025 Hippocrates Honor Society

Drs. Nihad Boutros, Duane Kuentz and David Mallamaci honored for excellence, leadership and compassionate care.

SPORTS

Josh McWilliams' Pop Culture Corner

Going beyond the game with some of the area's high school student-athletes

Week 6 H.S. football scoreboard

Scores from around the area

High school volleyball statistical leaders through Sept. 22

Wooster’s Snowbarger dominates kills, Orrville’s Croskey leads assists, Hillsdale’s Miller tops digs

High school football statistical leaders through Week 5

Triway’s Starr tops quarterbacks, Hillsdale’s Sloan leads rushers, Norwayne’s Ingold paces all-purpose yards

Triway football edges Tuslaw; Waynedale, Norwayne golfers advance to districts

Titans bounce back after tough loss, while area golfers show grit in sectional play.

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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT

Career Center reopens student-run restaurant as 518 Bistro

Wayne County culinary arts students launch rebranded eatery with fresh menus, hands-on training, and community dining experience.

OHuddle unveils 'Odyssey Mural,' a 600-foot augmented reality art project in Wooster

Youth-led creation blends mentorship, technology and public art as part of statewide recognition program.

Jarrett Supply Chain Summit raises $100K for Heartland Education Community

Record-breaking event featured AI insights, NFL legend Cris Carter and a Hunter Hayes benefit concert

Wooster native Philip Giffin to discuss Hollywood music career at WCHS program

Emmy-nominated composer and producer will share stories from film, TV and record projects during Oct. 2 event at Wooster High School.

Wayne County Izaak Walton League to host mobility-impaired deer hunt Dec. 1-3

Applications due Nov. 15; accessible carts and four covered blinds offered, with Nov. 23 orientation ahead of 2025 deer gun season in West Salem

Goodwill Industries director presents to Orrville Exchange Club

Dawn Cazzolli highlights nonprofit’s mission and services; members also share fundraiser updates.

COLUMNISTS

LIFE AND LEARNING

Column: Wooster City Schools to provide free breakfast and lunch for all students

District joins Community Eligibility Provision to ensure every child receives daily breakfast and lunch at no cost

Wooster High Class of 1965 donates $10,000 to support adult students at career center

Gift to Wayne County Schools Career Center will help cover tuition, supplies and other program costs

Sonnenberg Mennonite Church to host 15th annual catfish fry

Forget-Me-Not Baskets founder shares mission with Orrville Exchange Club

Sarah Ringle highlights nonprofit’s growth from a garage project to delivering more than 14,000 grief-support baskets nationwide.

Wooster Emblem Club marks 64 years with celebration and community service plans

Members honored past leaders, shared memories, and outlined upcoming projects to support local families, schools and service initiatives.

Salvation Army Auxiliary to give away hundreds of new coats for kids in Wayne County

Annual Coats for Kids Project set for Oct. 11 in Wooster to help children from infant through 12th grade.

OBITUARIES

Charles "Terry" Herman

Charles Terry Herman, 81, of Wooster, passed away on September 18, 2025.

Josh McWilliams' Pop Culture Corner

Going beyond the game with some of the area's high school student-athletes

Smithville’s Harvest Fest and Market set for Oct. 11

St. Mary Wooster invites nonpracticing Catholics to reconnect through six-week program

Fall Festival brings art, music and family fun to Wayne Center for the Arts Oct. 4

Wooster native leads Poland lacrosse in pursuit of 2028 Olympics

THE LATEST

Wayne County Izaak Walton League to host mobility-impaired deer hunt Dec. 1-3

Josh McWilliams' Pop Culture Corner

Goodwill Industries director presents to Orrville Exchange Club

Salvation Army Auxiliary to give away hundreds of new coats for kids in Wayne County

Jarrett Supply Chain Summit raises $100K for Heartland Education Community

Forget-Me-Not Baskets founder shares mission with Orrville Exchange Club

Safe Communities report: Wayne County records one traffic fatality in September

Wayne County Historical Society, Buckeye Book Fair partner for free Oct. 11 program

Smithville’s Harvest Fest and Market set for Oct. 11

St. Mary Wooster invites nonpracticing Catholics to reconnect through six-week program

LOCAL

Wayne County Historical Society, Buckeye Book Fair partner for free Oct. 11 program

Safe Communities report: Wayne County records one traffic fatality in September

Wayne County voter registration deadline is Oct. 6

The Village Network launches National Counseling and Training Center in Wooster

Holmes County leaders spotlight mental health during Suicide Prevention and Recovery Month

Stark-Tuscarawas-Wayne solid waste board discusses tipping fee increase

Three physicians inducted into Aultman’s 2025 Hippocrates Honor Society

SPORTS

Josh McWilliams' Pop Culture Corner

Week 6 H.S. football scoreboard

High school volleyball statistical leaders through Sept. 22

High school football statistical leaders through Week 5

Triway football edges Tuslaw; Waynedale, Norwayne golfers advance to districts

COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT

Career Center reopens student-run restaurant as 518 Bistro

OHuddle unveils 'Odyssey Mural,' a 600-foot augmented reality art project in Wooster

Jarrett Supply Chain Summit raises $100K for Heartland Education Community

Wooster native Philip Giffin to discuss Hollywood music career at WCHS program

Wayne County Izaak Walton League to host mobility-impaired deer hunt Dec. 1-3

Goodwill Industries director presents to Orrville Exchange Club

COLUMNISTS

Column: Cow-colored devil with an angel’s face dupes his sitters

Column: Facing off with one of autumn’s unsung beauties

Column: 'Parts are parts' doesn’t apply to house parts

Young bakers help generate $11,800 at Wayne County Fair auction

Column: Wooster City Schools to provide free breakfast and lunch for all students

Column: An ounce of prevention doesn't mean it's cured

Column: Never-quit Guardians enjoy great playoff chase

Column: Humble beginnings both on the diamond and off

Column: Making peace with our house to see England

Column: The price of perfecting the art of procrastination

LIFE AND LEARNING

Column: Wooster City Schools to provide free breakfast and lunch for all students

Wooster High Class of 1965 donates $10,000 to support adult students at career center

Sonnenberg Mennonite Church to host 15th annual catfish fry

Forget-Me-Not Baskets founder shares mission with Orrville Exchange Club

Wooster Emblem Club marks 64 years with celebration and community service plans

Salvation Army Auxiliary to give away hundreds of new coats for kids in Wayne County

OBITUARIES

Charles "Terry" Herman

BUSINESS

Pregnancy Care Center opens Orrville branch to expand free services

Heidi’s Pharmacy in Wooster offers customer-focused care, free delivery

Wayne-Holmes Realtors secure $7,500 grant for Barnes Preserve project