Friday, July 4th, 2025
Good morning, Wooster. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ OneEighty was named a Top Workplace by Cleveland.com & The Plain Dealer for the small business category in Northeast Ohio based on employee surveys by Energage, marking its fourth consecutive year of recognition. The company achieved a 79% survey completion rate from employees in 11 counties including Wayne and said its mission drives a strong workplace culture. The Daily Record
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 54-year-old Wooster man was charged with felonious assault and improper discharging of a firearm when a shot fired in the Aultman Orrville Hospital emergency department on July 2—he was taken into custody minutes later—with no injuries reported as the investigation continues. The Daily Record
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A poll and guide offer Wooster residents tips to help their pets feel safe during July Fourth fireworks—owners are encouraged to give extra exercise and create a quiet space for their pets before celebrations. Experts advise securing pet ID and checking fences to reduce the chance of pets escaping during the noise. The Daily Record
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The NE Ohio Quilt Show
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Wayne County Fair Event Center — Free admission — Explore 55 vendors, over 200 quilts, and engage in 18 classes and 12 free lectures.
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Christmas in July Sidewalk Sale
— All Day — Main Street Wooster — Various discounts — Celebrate the festive spirit under the July sun with local sidewalk sales and special offers.
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Wednesdays on Walnut: Benny Lava & the Guavas
6-9 p.m. — Wayne Center for the Arts — Free entry — Enjoy live music from Benny Lava & the Guavas in a relaxed outdoor setting.
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Those Knighted - Live Music
5-7 p.m. — Troutman Vineyards — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live, original music from the local husband and wife duo, Those Knighted.
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Orrville City-Wide Yard Sales
All day — Journey In Time — Free entry — Explore a diverse array of treasures at Orrville’s annual yard sales across the city.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Courage is being scared to death but saddling up anyway.
~ John Wayne
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