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Friday, August 29th, 2025
Good morning, Wooster. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Today, MCTV announced it will invest over $100 million to replace its coaxial cables with fiber optic lines across Wayne County by 2027. The upgrade will cut sharing from 500 to 32 homes per line—ensuring balanced speeds—and local developers will install fiber amid rising housing and business growth. The Daily Record
- ➤ Claire's filed for bankruptcy on Aug. 25 and will close nearly 300 stores as it faces rising online competition and changing consumer spending patterns—adding the Wooster store at 3985 Burbank Road—and other Ohio outlets. The Daily Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wooster City Schools signed an OFCC Certification of Conditional Approval to keep state co-funding available while it reviews plans to renovate aging buildings or build new ones. Superintendent Gabe Tudor said no final decision has been made and community input will guide the next steps—ensuring options remain open. The Daily Record
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An Evening with Comedian Alex Ortiz
9:30 p.m. — Krackpots Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with the high-energy comedy of Alex Ortiz.
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Saturday Tunes and Food Fest
5-8:30 p.m. — Lincoln Way Vineyards — Enjoy a delightful evening with live music, wood-fired pizza, and Mediterranean flavors.
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Pedal to the Medal 5K
1-5 p.m. — Gross Lake — $30 Race entry — Participate in a lively 5K run or a fun walk in Wooster, Ohio.
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