Good morning, Wooster.

Wooster residents met local first responders at the 11th annual Five-O Cookout at Bowman Beverage on Aug.

15 (a family-friendly event), enjoying a bounce house, face painting, and a race car display as they built community trust through relaxed conversations.

Derek Coleman from the Lakeville Lakers opened the Holmes County Fair on Aug.

10 by serving as the first attendant to the king during the contest. He also showcased his skills with sheep and pigs, and his siblings joined him in the ring to display their family’s hard work.

Kroger plans to close 60 stores nationwide by the end of 2026 — over 35 have already closed in several states, but no Ohio stores have been shuttered so far.

Today, the Wayne County Integrated Pest Management Program reported that beneficial insects, including syrphid flies and lady beetles, are controlling corn leaf aphids in field crops, and cucurbit downy mildew has been confirmed in Fulton County, prompting growers to intensify scouting and apply preventive fungicides.

Wayne County retired its K-9 Vick (4 years old) after injuries sustained during a July 15 active shooter response and transferred ownership to Deputy Shane Williamson for $1, with proceeds going to the county general fund following approval on Aug.

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Hiland boys golf defeated Tusky Valley 153+161 in IVC play on Aug.

18 as Andrew and Marcus Beun along with Josh Raber led the team.

Wooster-area high school football will feature 10 major matchups in the 2026 season.

Fans can look forward to key rivalries like Triway at Norwayne and intense contests, with several games expected to help decide local league titles + set the stage for future showdowns.