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)

Pregnancy Care Center of Wayne County opens new Orrville location

Ribbon-cutting ceremony marks expanded access to free medical care, education and support services for area families

Camp Luz Fall Fest returns Oct. 18 with pies, hayrides and auctions

Annual fundraiser adds Ohio State basketball tickets to silent auction while supporting year-round ministry.

Battle of the Chefs: Chili Smackdown to spice up Wooster Oct. 12

Downtown fundraiser at JAFB pairs local chefs’ creative chili with craft beer to benefit Boys and Girls Club.

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.

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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.

Trinity UMC in Orrville updates Friday blood drive schedule

Starting Oct. 10, drives will run from noon to 6 p.m. to better align with Red Cross staffing needs.

SPORTS

Photo gallery: Smithville vs. Hillsdale football

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

Smithville's Carr sets area cross country record; Waynedale boys golf advances to state

Carr clocks 17:10 to top the all-time leaderboard; Golden Bears earn first team trip to state, Chippewa girls soccer keeps rolling in WCAL play.

Local conference football title races starting to take shape

West Holmes pushes for an OCC crown while Hillsdale, Norwayne and Smithville battle in the WCAL as week seven brings pivotal matchups.

Norwayne's Hostettler embraces challenge with second district golf berth

Senior Kylie Hostettler makes school history as the Bobcats’ only two-time girls district qualifier, crediting mental toughness and love of the game for her return.

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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.

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.

Free fly-fishing clinic set for Oct. 9 in Wooster

Trout Unlimited event includes skill-building session and on-stream practice in Apple Creek.

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

St. Agnes St. Vincent de Paul Conference marks 45 years of community service

Group continues mission of providing emergency aid for families in Apple Creek, Dalton, Marshallville and Smithville through parish support and generosity