Good morning, Wooster.

Main Street Wooster awarded Final Fridays with the Merchant Collaboration Award today for boosting downtown vitality and granting a $1,000 advertising package — organizers plan new 2026 events including an Artisan Night Market on July 31 in Public Square.

The Holmes County Housing Coalition formed three focus groups to boost affordable housing & will distribute 1,400 surveys by the end of May.

The coalition is seeking partners to help connect residents with available home options.

Ohio Star Theater’s new biblical production, Elijah: Prophet of Fire, will premiere May 15 at Dutch Valley campus and run through Nov.

5 (a special ASL-interpreted performance is set for 7 p.m. July 18).

Wayne County Schools Career Center honored 45 students at the National Honor Society induction on April 16, recognizing them for academic excellence and strong character in a focused ceremony led by school officials.

Instacart is offering deals for Mother's Day orders from busy families in Wooster.

Customers can get $10 off flowers (deal valid through May 10) and 10% off gift cards (through May 11) while enjoying same-day delivery to plan a special breakfast in bed or brunch for Mom.

Wayne County Music & Ribfest-Ohio

5-11 p.m. — Wayne County Fair Event Center — $40 per two-person team — Compete in the cornhole tournament and enjoy live music from Van Waylon and Tom's Kitchen Table.