Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
Good morning, Wooster.
Downtown Wooster will display banners honoring eight nonprofits from mid-March through mid-May as part of The Wooster Brush Company's 175th anniversary celebration.
The banners, placed on light poles, highlight groups including Boys & Girls Club and United Way.
The Wooster Friends of the Library will host a Spring Book Sale from March 19 to 21 at the Operations Center, 304 N.
Market St. Shoppers can expect science fiction, western, and large print books, children’s titles plus music CDs and DVDs at bargain rates.
Northwestern FFA members Brooke Hershey and Carmen Guidetti competed at Marysville High School on March 7, placing tenth (Brooke) and ninth (Carmen) in state public speaking contests.
They delivered speeches on agriculture and creed topics that highlighted their skills.
During February's evaluation, West Holmes FFA members earned recognition for agricultural projects and officer record keeping; several will be honored on stage at the State Convention in May and progress to the National Evaluation for American Degrees in November.
Wayne County plans to replace the nearly century-old Bank Street bridge in Apple Creek with a 30 foot wide box-beam bridge that features 5 foot bike lanes each side.
Construction by McConnell Contracting Inc. will begin in late July or early August — federal funds cover the $805,000 project.
Ohio lawmakers are considering a bill that would let pharmacists test and treat common illnesses like flu and COVID-19.
If approved, the measure will expand access to care and allow pharmacies to provide reimbursable health services as prescribed by board protocols.
On March 7, four West Holmes wrestlers qualified for the Division II state tournament at Gallia Academy District.
Senior Peyton Martin won the 120-pound title while Louden Dixon, Easton Ross and Gabe Umstead finished in the top four.
Under coach Jake Shoup, Norwayne girls basketball has become a state contender and will play in its second straight Division V State Final Four on Friday, Mar.
13. Star players Ava Maibach and Allie DeMassimo led the team to its first WCAL title in 40 years (a historic turnaround).
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.
5th Annual WHATT Fair
4-8 p.m. & 10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Secrest Welcome and Education Center — Free admission — Discover holistic and alternative wellness practices at this annual fair.
Glass Blowing Class with Larchmere Fire Works
12-7 p.m. — Lincoln Way Vineyards — $55-$65 — Create your own unique glass art piece in a fun, hands-on class with expert instructors.
2026 Ohio Scottish Games Indoor Competition
8 AM-6 PM — Scheide Music Center — Admission required — Experience the thrill of solo and pipe band competitions at this exciting showcase of Scottish culture.
Jane Austen Ball
7-10 p.m. — Wayne Center for the Arts — $20 adults, $10 students — Step into an 18th century English country manor for a night of dance and live music.
Wooster Contra Dance
7-9:30 p.m. — Valley College Grange — Entry fee not listed — Enjoy a lively evening of contra dancing featuring beautiful Celtic music by Pocketful o’ Gimmick.
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