Good morning, Wooster.

Giant Eagle has expanded its myPerks loyalty program so users can now redeem rewards at 285 Circle K locations across Ohio.

The initiative, announced on March 24 at 11:14 a.m. ET, offers local drivers added fuel savings + greater convenience.

Littlest Generals Preschool, part of Wooster City Schools, is in the spotlight as part of the Wooster Community’s Choice Awards nominations that opened in March and will see voting start in April.

The program offers play-based learning for children ages 3 to 5 with sessions Monday through Thursday.

State education official Kara Johnson visited Buckeye Local Junior High (March 19) to review a hydroponics lab funded by a $35,000 Grow Ohio Grant.

The lab supplies produce for the cafeteria and aims to boost agricultural learning for students.

On March 17, the Wooster City Schools Board approved a motion to prepare a bond resolution for a new elementary school and named Superintendent Gabe Tudor+Treasurer Amy Welty to lead the effort.

The district will refine proposals in a work session on April 8 and review options on April 21.

Ten members of the Northwestern-Wayne FFA chapter competed on March 7 in dairy cattle and general livestock judging at the Marysville FFA Alumni Judging Invitational and earned top placements in middle and high school categories (team details updated).

Spring has arrived in Ohio, but winter’s grip continues today as cold snaps may bring occasional snowfall and frost in some areas.

Average dates for last snowfall and freezes differ by city, so residents should check local forecasts for updates.

Wayne County Commissioners proclaimed March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (highlighting efforts to expand inclusion for residents with developmental disabilities) today.

The announcement underscores ongoing policy updates and support across the county.

Taxpayers in Wooster can file their 2025 returns electronically or by mail by April 15; the IRS expects most refunds within 21 days while state refunds require checking the Department of Taxation’s portal (have your filing details ready).

Trader Joe's recalled nearly 10 million pounds of frozen food due to glass in carrots; the recall includes products like Vegetable Fried Rice and Chicken Fried Rice and affects 43 states + seven Ohio stores.

The FDA classified it as a Class II recall with possible temporary health effects.

A veterinarian recommended a layered approach to ease pet allergy symptoms, advising Wooster pet owners to use over-the-counter antihistamines, pet wipes, soothing shampoos, omega-3 supplements and HEPA filters to manage both outdoor and indoor allergens.

The guidance comes amid rising seasonal allergy reports.

The youth league season ended with the Spartans beating the Bulls 36-28 to win the fifth- and sixth-grade title and the Knights surviving triple-overtime to beat the Tar Heels 20-17, while league President Steve Coffman thanked coaches, players, and volunteers.

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.

Ohio Designer Craftsmen Functional Ceramics Workshop

Apr 16-18 — Wayne Center for the Arts — Check website for registration fee — Enhance your pottery skills with expert presenters at this annual workshop.

Charles Mill Earth Day Cleanup & Tree Giveaway

Time TBA — Charles Mill Lake Park — Free camping coupon for participants — Help clean the lake and plant a tree at your house.