Good morning, Wooster.

Local attorney Margo Broehl will share her Underground Railroad family story in a free program on Aug.

11 at 7 p.m. at the Wayne County Historical Society Schoolhouse in Wooster, detailing how her ancestors helped freedom seekers.

Holmes Soil and Water Conservation District is helping local livestock producers create customized grazing management plans (tailored to each farm’s resources and livestock needs) that include evaluating pastures, setting paddock layouts and estimating stocking rates for sustainable forage management.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources reports that fall foliage will peak in northern and central areas by mid-October and later in the south.

Wooster residents planning trips should check the ODNR map for updates and book cabins early.

Gov. Mike DeWine asked the Bureau of Workers' Compensation board to approve a $1B dividend for employers, citing strong financial management and investment returns.

If approved in August, the payout will bring total employer dividends to $10.2B since 2019 (exceeding premiums paid).

Two blue-painted trees in Wooster have been installed to spark mental health conversations today at 746 Quinby Ave and near Oak Hill Park's roundabout; the project (the first Ohio registration) connects residents with local mental health and suicide prevention resources.

Hiland graduate Jack Mast won the boys division of the Kenny Novak Junior Tour Championship on July 28 at Oberlin Golf Club.

He posted a 36‐hole score of 7‐under-par 137 and clinched his third win in three starts.

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.