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Thursday, May 28th, 2026
Good morning, Wooster. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dorothy Matz celebrated her 105th birthday at Wayne Manor on May 27 at 9:48 a.m. as Wayne County Commissioner Matt Martin presented her with a letter of recognition and an America 250 coin; Matz advised guests to live one day at a time and keep moving. The Daily Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The College of Wooster has received a $135,000 grant to fund STEM scholarships for incoming students starting in 2027 under the Choose Ohio First program. The scholarships require a work-based learning opportunity & aim to build a smooth transition from school to work. The Daily Record
- ➤ Wayne Center summer art camps return this summer with flexible weeklong sessions for hands-on classes in visual+performing arts such as clay, sewing, theater, dance and a creative sampler course. The nonprofit invites families to enroll now for engaging art experiences. The Daily Record
- ➤ A letter to the editor honors Phyllis Debnar, Kris Hites-Perone, and Lucille Hastings for their lifelong dedication to special education through roles at the Holmes County Training Center and Tri-County Educational Service Center, leaving a lasting impact on local school districts. The Bargain Hunter
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Dalton beat Hillsdale 3-1 in a Division VI regional semifinal softball match on Wednesday, May 27; Kenna Doty's clutch triple helped the Bulldogs secure their win as pitchers held Hillsdale scoreless in later innings. The Daily Record
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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.
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Esto Jazz
6:30-8:30 p.m. — John Streeter Garden Amphitheater — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening of jazz music in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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Saturday Tunes and Food with Bufflehead Band and Moto Pizza
5-8:30 p.m. — Lincoln Way Vineyards — Food truck available — Enjoy live music and fresh pizza in a relaxed vineyard setting.
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