Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Wooster. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Aldi plans to add more than 180 new grocery stores nationwide in 2026 and enter two new states, Maine and Colorado, while boosting presence in Phoenix, Las Vegas, and the Southeast. In Ohio, the chain currently has 175 stores, including three recently opened in Akron and one planned in Stow. The Daily Record
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Crystal Lake Creatives, owned by Rachel Eastwood, features local artworks & healing therapy options like reiki and a 3 seater sauna for community members. Visitors can experience creative expression and wellness practices at this Wooster venue. The Daily Record
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Pomerene Hospital welcomed its first baby of the year on Jan. 1. Oaklynn was born at 2:49 p.m. (5 lb 10 oz), and her parents received a commemorative gift from the Auxiliary. The Daily Record
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Northeast Ohio Sportsman Show
2-8 p.m. — Mt. Hope Event Center — $15 Admission — Experience the largest annual gathering of hunting and fishing enthusiasts in Northeast Ohio with over 160,000 sq. ft. of vendors, food, and entertainment.
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Uncle Doug's 6-Hour Challenge
8 a.m. — Wooster, Ohio — Registration Required — Test your endurance by completing as many 2.5-mile trail loops as you can in 6 hours while enjoying Uncle Doug's Famous Chili.
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