Good morning, Wooster.

The Wayne County Dog Shelter is asking community members to volunteer, foster, or donate as the holiday season nears.

The shelter provides daily dog care, enrichment, and socialization programs (call 330-345-1018) to help each dog feel more at home.

Residents are encouraged to take an evening drive to see outdoor Christmas light displays around Wayne County, including stops in Wooster, Guerne, Apple Creek, Smithville & Creston; the displays offer a festive way to enjoy the holiday season.

Local hay producers are urged to test their hay for key nutrients as poor weather has lowered quality and may call for targeted supplements.

County Extension will offer a series of programs in January covering recertifications, commodity marketing, and agronomy to support producers.

Chippewa schools donated 3,412 non-perishable items to support the Doylestown Community Food Cupboard and recognized student successes in state cheerleading and soccer competitions today — the district also reported progress on construction and career training efforts.

A 0.25% Federal Reserve rate cut in December may lead to a Social Security COLA as low as 2.1% in 2027 for Ohio beneficiaries (about 2.5M in 2023) if inflation remains low.

White Castle has recalled its Original Sliders after the FDA warned that undeclared milk and soy allergens may trigger allergic reactions; Wooster residents are advised to check their freezers for cartons with lot codes (9H203521 and 9H203522) and return them for a refund if purchased.

The Wooster Daily Record announced its 2025 All-Area Girls Soccer Team, naming top players from local schools such as Chippewa, Norwayne, and Hiland for their impressive stats (including goals, assists, and saves) during the fall season.

December Sip N Paint with Taylor Bash

6-8 p.m. — Lincoln Way Vineyards — $35 — Unleash your creativity while sipping wine and painting a winter masterpiece.

Burning River Brass Free Holiday Concert

6:30 p.m. — 243 N Market St, Wooster, OH — Free entry — Enjoy a festive evening with twelve skilled brass and percussion musicians performing holiday classics.

Glass Blowing Workshop at Lincoln Way Vineyards

12-5:48 p.m. — Lincoln Way Vineyards — Starting at $50 — Create your own unique glass art piece under expert guidance.

Northeast Ohio Sportsman Show

2-8 p.m. — Mt. Hope Event Center — $15 Admission — Experience the largest annual gathering of hunting and fishing enthusiasts in Northeast Ohio with over 160,000 sq. ft. of vendors, food, and entertainment.

Uncle Doug's 6-Hour Challenge

8 a.m. — Wooster, Ohio — Registration Required — Test your endurance by completing as many 2.5-mile trail loops as you can in 6 hours while enjoying Uncle Doug's Famous Chili.