Good morning, Wooster.

On Tuesday, June 16 at 11:05 a.m., Wayne County Community Foundation awarded $556,943 in grants to 25 groups for local projects in education, health, parks and arts, including $60,000 for Shreve’s Harold Miller Park and funding for Wooster Community Hospital Foundation’s crisis prevention program.

Donna Ehlert-Mowery of the Wayne County Schools Career Center received the Franklin B.

Walter Outstanding Educator Award today from State Support Team 9 for her work with students with disabilities.

Wayne County educator Jennifer Rue was named BPA Advisor of the Year today in Columbus after her work at Wayne County Schools Career Center and participation on BPA’s advisory council, which recognizes her impact on student business skills.

Officials warn that poison hemlock is now spreading across Ohio, appearing in roadside, field & woodland areas even near Wooster.

Residents should wear gloves and follow safe removal steps to prevent the toxic weed from taking over more local green spaces.

The Waynedale Golden Bears won the OHSAA Division V state title with a 9-5 win over Columbus Academy in Akron on Friday, Jun.

12. This victory marked their fourth championship in five years and added to the strong baseball tradition in the community.

Hiland's baseball team lost 2-1 to Lake Center Christian on Friday, June 12 in the Division VI state final — ending their run of three consecutive state titles.

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.

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.

Wooster July 3rd Celebration

6-10 p.m. — Wooster Ohio — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with high-energy tribute music from Bayou Blue, honoring Creedence Clearwater and Linda Ronstadt.