Good morning, Wooster.

Walnut Creek Foods has launched its new Mudd Valley line of bottled iced tea and lemonade available in 20 flavors—local customers can now enjoy these refreshing drinks.

Holley Johnson—outgoing executive director for the Holmes Center for the Arts—was honored at a reception on Friday, April 4 that celebrated her visionary leadership.

The event recognized her contributions to the arts community.

Farmers in Wayne and Holmes counties will begin planting by the end of April as improved moisture levels and a normal spring weather outlook support a timely start to the season.

They are advised to inspect their equipment (including marker lights and sprayer nozzles) to ensure safe field operations.

Wooster City Schools will host a tour of Cornerstone Elementary on Saturday from 9-10:30 a.m. to let residents learn about the building's challenges before voting on a May bond issue that, if approved, will fund a new middle school costing $67 million and upgrade aging school facilities—homeowners would pay $120 per $100,000 in property value.

Mark Goodman, ’90, chairman of the Colorado Nut Holding Company, will be the new chair of the College of Wooster Board of Trustees starting July 1.

He will replace Sally Staley, ’78, who led the board for nearly 20 years—Goodman brings strong experience from business and nonprofit work to guide the college forward.

Functional Ceramics Workshop 2025

Friday 11th – Saturday 12th — Wayne Center for the Arts — $175 general; $75 for students — Explore the art of functional ceramics with expert demonstrations and engaging presentations.

Biking Canal Fulton to Vanderhoof

5-7 p.m. — St. Helena Heritage Park — Free — Enjoy a casual bike ride along the scenic canal return at your own pace.