Good morning, Wooster.

Residents ordering flowers online for Valentine's Day risk scams if orders are placed last minute; the Better Business Bureau advises shoppers (check BBB ratings and reviews) to verify seller details and use secure payment methods to avoid receiving damaged or delayed arrangements.

The Wayne Center for the Arts will host the Escher String Quartet on Feb.

21 at 7 p.m. as part of its concert series, where the group will perform chamber music by Mozart+Barber+Mendelssohn in an intimate setting.

Ramadan is nearly here and Muslims in the community will fast from dawn until sunset, breaking their fast at Maghrib when the sun goes down; prayer and iftar times vary by location, so residents should check local schedules for accuracy.

Northwestern FFA honored first and second-year members with Greenhand and Chapter Degrees on Feb.

9 in Wooster. The ceremony awarded certificates and pins and featured Ohio FFA State President Carter Boyd’s remarks on making passion possible — followed by sweet treats and punch for the attendees.

In honor of upcoming National FFA Week, community members celebrate FFA’s journey from its 1917 beginnings in vocational agriculture to over 1 million members + local efforts like River View FFA food donations.

The review marks milestones such as the first national convention in 1928 that shaped agricultural education.

Local students from Ridgewood and River View credit FFA with building leadership and practical skills beyond farming.

Seniors and juniors have gained confidence, learned public speaking, and prepared for future jobs in programs that promote teamwork and career-readiness (e.g., resume workshops and pig farming ventures).

Ohio nonprofits can apply for Columbia Gas' 2026 Environmental Action Grant—applications remain open until April 3 for projects that boost local environmental restoration and education, with winners to be announced the week of April 20.

Saturday, Feb. 14 features Norwayne facing Chippewa for the WCAL girls basketball title at 1:30 p.m. and state dual wrestling at Bishop Watterson at 2 p.m. and Marion Elgin at 11 a.m. — Friday, Feb.

13’s boys basketball at 7 p.m. between Smithville and Waynedale may decide a league share.

The Black Bears beat the Indian Valley Braves on Feb.

9 at Legacy Lanes and finished third in a sectional tournament at St. Clair Lanes on Feb. 10; they will compete in the district tournament on Feb. 19 at Legacy Lanes.

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.

Glass Blowing Class at Lincoln Way Vineyards

12-7 p.m. — Lincoln Way Vineyards — $55-$65 — Create your own unique glass art piece with guidance from experienced instructors while enjoying a drink.

Tri-County Beekeepers Association Annual Spring Workshop

March 6-7 — 22:00-00:30 — 1680 Madison Ave, Wooster, OH — Learn from expert speakers about beekeeping practices and innovations at this engaging workshop.

Tri-County Beekeepers Association Annual Spring Workshop

2-11 p.m. — 1680 Madison Ave, Wooster, OH — Registration required — A full day of engaging beekeeping education with expert speakers and beginner sessions.

Glass Blowing Class at Lincoln Way Vineyards

12-7 p.m. — Lincoln Way Vineyards — $55-$65 — Create your own glass art piece with expert guidance and enjoy a complimentary drink.

Leslie Mendelson Live Concert

7:30 p.m. — Lyric Theater of Wooster — Tickets available now — Experience the first ever live performance by Leslie Mendelson in Wooster.