Photo gallery: Smithville vs. Hillsdale football

Highlights from the Sept. 26 matchup capture key plays, team captains and spirited student sections.

Smithville and Hillsdale faced off in a high school football game on Sept. 26.

Josh McWilliams

Published October 1, 2025 - 11:19 a.m.

Smithville's Brennan Piatt (3) makes a helmet catch.

Hillsdale's Brock Bower (3) pulls down an interception.

Hillsdale's Brock Bower (3) and Smithville's Brock Cannon (7)

Hillsdale's Hayden McFadden (10) and Smithville's Isaiah Lee (20)

Hillsdale's Kyle Turk (20) and Smithville's Brock Cannon (7)

Smithville's Mason Haines (44) and Brady Sidle (12)

Winter Wonderland returns to downtown Wooster with Santa, tree lighting and Fire and Ice show

Main Street Wooster’s Nov. 21 celebration features reindeer, carriage rides, caroling and the fifth annual Great Elf Scavenger Hunt

Carroll County woman’s poem captures spirit of Operation Christmas Child

Belinda Mach’s poem “I Don’t Know You But I Love You” highlights faith, compassion and the global impact of Samaritan’s Purse shoebox ministry

Tom Dilyard honored with Conservation Education Award by Wayne Soil and Water District

Waynedale graduate recognized for years of recycling leadership and environmental outreach at Wayne County Fair and beyond

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Volunteers at St. James Episcopal Church provide free pet food twice a month through a growing community outreach program

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Sturgis retires after 30 years with Wayne County Recorder’s Office

Chief Deputy Recorder Karen Sturgis leaves behind a legacy of dedication, historical knowledge, and service after three decades helping residents research and preserve county records.

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Wayne County results from Nov. 4 election

One Dalton BOE seat yet to be decided; Smithville school renewal levy fails

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Returning depth boosts optimism for Wooster-area bowling teams in 2025-26

Generals bring back experienced lineups in both boys and girls bowling, with Wooster’s girls poised as conference contenders.

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Area teams battle Nov. 14 in nine regional semifinals

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Sisters in Christ retreat to return Jan. 24 at Fairlawn Mennonite Church

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Explore George Washington’s moral choices at free Wooster program Nov. 10

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Corporate giving from Western Reserve Group strengthens Wayne County Dog Shelter

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Photo gallery: Smithville vs. Hillsdale football

Highlights from the Sept. 26 matchup capture key plays, team captains and spirited student sections.

Winter Wonderland returns to downtown Wooster with Santa, tree lighting and Fire and Ice show

Carroll County woman’s poem captures spirit of Operation Christmas Child

Tom Dilyard honored with Conservation Education Award by Wayne Soil and Water District

Wooster church’s pet food pantry helps families feed their dogs and cats amid rising need

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Wayne County girls basketball: Smithville leads deep field as new season tips off

Carroll County woman’s poem captures spirit of Operation Christmas Child

Tom Dilyard honored with Conservation Education Award by Wayne Soil and Water District

Returning depth boosts optimism for Wooster-area bowling teams in 2025-26

NECIC Staffing expands to Wooster, connecting residents with jobs and support services

Week 13 H.S. football playoff preview: Games and players to watch

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Wayne County girls basketball: Smithville leads deep field as new season tips off

NECIC Staffing expands to Wooster, connecting residents with jobs and support services

Sturgis retires after 30 years with Wayne County Recorder’s Office

Orrville Chamber hires Kayla Myers as new marketing and engagement director

Wayne County results from Nov. 4 election

Wayne County voters to decide local offices, levies and liquor options Nov. 4

Holiday turkey tips to keep everyone safe

SPORTS

Photos from Triway-Genoa Div. V playoff game

Week 13 H.S. football playoff scoreboard

Wayne County Schools Career Center hosts Dec. 4 open house for students, families and adults

Remembering Lenny Wilkens and Cleveland’s coaching greats

Returning depth boosts optimism for Wooster-area bowling teams in 2025-26

Week 13 H.S. football playoff preview: Games and players to watch

Smithville football rediscovers winning tradition with 10-win playoff season

COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT

Timeless bond: Lifelong Wooster friends bring old story to life

Wayne County mother-daughter team turns recycled materials into functional art

Wooster Music Club features local musicians, plans ‘A Christmas Carol’ reading Dec. 2

Wayne County author offers comfort for those facing 'Blue Christmas'

Hay storage and feeding strategies to minimize loss and maximize value

Orrville Public Library hosts teen and youth book clubs, opens Book Box registration

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LIFE AND LEARNING

Wooster Chamber Music Series to feature award-winning Callisto Quartet

College of Wooster class helps adopters train and keep their dogs

Sisters in Christ retreat to return Jan. 24 at Fairlawn Mennonite Church

Wooster Emblem Club spreads holiday cheer through service and giving

Explore George Washington’s moral choices at free Wooster program Nov. 10

Corporate giving from Western Reserve Group strengthens Wayne County Dog Shelter

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