Good morning, Wooster.

The Northwestern Ruritan Club met on April 14 at Northwestern High School and supported local projects by donating to Rails to Trails, Read Under the Lights and other initiatives while reviewing ten scholarship applications.

Members will send Husky Brigade packages in May—bringing supplies at the meeting—and host their first Parade of Flags on Memorial Day weekend, help with traffic at the West Salem Bicycle Race on July 12, and hold a dinner meeting on May 19 at 6 p.m.

Wayne County reported 581 vehicle crashes and one fatality in the first quarter of 2025, with 16% of crashes caused by failure to yield and 17% by speeding — officials noted ongoing safety education and enforcement efforts.

Scam texts that claim you owe Ohio Turnpike tolls are rising—residents should know the Turnpike will never ask for payments by text.

Fraudsters use urgent words to trick people into giving up personal details, and phone makers are having a hard time stopping these messages.

John Giltner of Triway High School was named the 2025 Ohio DAR American History Teacher of the Year Award for his strong commitment to teaching history.

He received the honor at the DAR State Conference Awards Luncheon on March 22 (after being nominated by the Wooster-Wayne Chapter, which had already recognized his work in February).

Travelers in Ohio must show a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative at airport security by May 7—this gives them two weeks to update their documents.

Adults need to visit a BMV office with proof of identity, birth date, Social Security number and Ohio residency, and the card costs $24.50 for a four-year term or $48 for an eight-year term—cards will arrive within 10 business days.

The Falls Prevention Program of Holmes and Wayne will hold free healthy aging workshops for seniors, caregivers, and interested individuals in May at the Holmes County General Health District in Millersburg — sessions include topics such as talking with your doctor on May 14, Alzheimer’s warning signs and healthy living on May 21, and fire safety and fall prevention on May 28, with workshops held from 1 to 3 p.m. Each session offers a question period and provides brochures and refreshments.

Wayne County Coalitions warns parents that giving alcohol to teens is illegal and can lead to lawsuits, fines and jail time.

The Parents Who Host Lose the Most campaign shows that underage drinking increases the risk of accidents and long-term health problems—urging parents to rethink these celebrations.

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.

Antique Engine Show

9 AM – 3 PM — Lehman's — Free entry — Explore a fascinating exhibition of antique tractors powered by steam.

Vegetable Flats Sale

8 AM – 5 PM — Boyert's Greenhouse and Farm — $16.99 for vegetable flats — Mix and match your favorite veggies at this one-day sale!

Women in Sobriety Meeting

12–1 p.m. — St. Mary's Church of the Immaculate Conception — Free entry — A supportive group meeting for women addressing alcohol addiction and recovery.

Golden Girls Themed Ladies Night Out

4:30-7:30 p.m. — Main Street Wooster — Register for swag and enjoy shopping, dining, and tropical fun with a Golden Girls flair.