Good morning, Wooster.

West Holmes FFA chapter undertook several community service efforts this spring including a highway cleanup on State Route 39, outdoor games at their end-of-year meeting, Reading Under the Lights and participation in the Memorial Day parade with certificates awarded to standout members.

Whitefeather Meats announced today the start of a new facility called The Timber Shed in Wayne County to support its growing Bearded Butchers brand.

The studio will be built by local firm Bauman Construction Group to house recipe testing & video production.

Farmers are encouraged to reconnect with their purpose and set clear goals as advised by Ohio State University Extension (which provides support).

OSU Extension will host a free manure safety and precision application field day on Tuesday, Aug. 4 at the Sterling Heights Dairy shop with lunch provided.

Tusky Valley boosters are hosting Cow Patty Bingo and an online raffle auction on Aug.

29 at the former soccer field to help fund the music department’s 2027 Walt Disney World trip. Ticket sales start Aug. 1 and the raffle runs from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

County officials gathered on Public Square today to read the Declaration of Independence as part of America 250, a celebration of the nation’s founding.

Leaders including Commissioner Matt Martin and Mayor Bob Reynolds marked the event to honor freedom and equality.

OSU Extension's Family & Consumer Sciences Educator outlined four key food safety practices: clean, separate, cook and chill to help residents lower the risk of foodborne illness.

The guidelines urge regular hand washing and proper refrigeration to keep meals safe.

Food Truck Friday at Lincoln Way Vineyards

Food Truck Friday — 5-10 p.m. — Lincoln Way Vineyards — Free entry — Kick off the weekend with delicious food and live music from Backlite.