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Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Wooster. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A poll invites Wooster residents to choose their favorite coffee shop from options including cozy bookstores and gourmet roasters. Voters can also add their own suggestion if their top pick is missing. The Daily Record
- ➤ Wayne County opened warming centers on Jan. 15 at local libraries + community centers to offer heated shelter during a bitter winter advisory that brought lake-effect snow and sub-zero wind chills. In Wooster, the Public Library and Homeward Bound extended hours to help those in need. The Daily Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Chippewa girls basketball traveled to Hillsdale and secured a win with a strong performance. The team celebrated their success after a competitive match. The Daily Record
- ➤ On Jan. 14, River View girls bowling team won a game at Spare Time Lanes against West Holmes Lady Knights with a score of 2,054 to 1,690, boosting their record to 8-0 this season with strong shows by Morgan Rowe and Karley Stocker. The Bargain Hunter
- ➤ On Jan. 14, the Black Bears won their two-game series at Spare Time Lanes against West Holmes Knights, 2,200 to 2,079, improving their record to 6-2. Senior Carter Hammersley led the team — scoring 470 pins in the series. The Bargain Hunter
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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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Glass Blowing Experience at Lincoln Way Vineyards
12-7 p.m. — Lincoln Way Vineyards — $55 for solid flower, $65 for blown ball — Craft your own glass art with expert guidance and enjoy a drink on the house.
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