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Menards hosts pet supplies drive for humane society

Menards offers a wide variety of pet supplies that can be donated, including food, treats, feeders, collars, beds, storage containers and mats

Country Club Rehabilitation Campus to host craft and bake sale

The event will feature a selection of handmade crafts and baked goods

American Legion raffle supports youth activities

Proceeds and donations will be used to support community youth activities and the Jack Reese Scholarship Fund

Mrs. Roper Party and Bingo with the Balloonatik

Activities will include a costume contest, variety bingo with prizes, raffle baskets and a cover all game

Claymont to close intermediate school at end of school year

The intermediate school opened in fall 1928 as Dennison High School

Tuscarawas County YMCA honors volunteers at annual meeting

The meeting included reports on 2025 news and finances and recognized YMCA volunteers

Hospital offers community cholesterol screenings at 4 area locations

Appointments are preferred, though walk-ins will be accepted on a limited basis

OneEighty marks April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Local nonprofit offers support and education to combat sexual violence in local communities

Tyler Cook named principal at Flat Ridge, Wise

Cook to lead Flat Ridge and Wise elementary schools starting Aug. 1, succeeding retiring Principal Casey Travis

Small Town, USA: Free public screening at the Knox Memorial Theater

Film will allow residents to glimpse our community as it once was — or at least how it aspired to be

Helping seniors downsize and transition from the home

Mary Locy offers guidance on downsizing and moving to senior living communities

Orrville Library offers history, Earth Day, children's events

Programs include 'Patriotic Orrville' and Earth Day activities starting April 14

New nursing contract tops discussion for sheriff’s office

Pomerene Hospital to provide daily nursing services amid staffing challenges

The Caring Closet supports area families in need

Nonprofit boutique offers clothing and essentials through donations and community partnerships

Pet pantry honors E.D. Shumaker’s legacy of compassion

The community can support the pantry through donations of pet food and supplies, as well as financial contributions

League of Women Voters to host voter information meeting

The mission is to educate voters and help ensure voting remains free and available to all eligible voters

Holmes County Habitat for Humanity apps now available for 2027

Applications available at Millersburg locations through April 30

East Holmes school board approves key changes

Board meeting March 20 covers contracts, policy updates and personnel shifts for upcoming school years

Lyft Chair Sean Aggarwal to speak at College of Wooster

COW alumnus discusses startup journey and IPO success April 21

Wayne County family receives Habitat home

Orrville dedication honors Cardell and Astoria Fields and Jimmy Carter's legacy

CLHS of Wayne/Holmes to present McIntosh program

Free event at Shreve Presbyterian Church April 18 explores Revolutionary War history

EK baseball squad takes three out of three

Bulldogs grab wins over RV, Crestline, Loudonville

May 9 build-off to raise funds for Bricks for Bravery

The featured event is the Battle of the Bricks, a fast-paced, lighthearted LEGO speed-building competition

Green Valley 4-H Club holds March meeting

Other events include the Trash Bash April 25 and the Livestock Jamboree April 18

Dover library levy renewal to appear as Issue 2 on May 5 ballot

The levy generates $369,156 annually and accounts for about 28% of the library’s total funding

Cadiz council accepts Ludwig resignation, approves interim role

Brandon Ludwig will stay as interim to aid transition in Cadiz's water and sewer projects

Twisted Tree Books to host children’s author event

Saturday, April 11 from 1-3 p.m., local children’s author Andi Michelson will lead a story time and related activities for kids of all ages

DPFCU gift to support farmers market Donation Station

The $20,000 gift will support the Donation Station program throughout the upcoming market season

Developmental Disabilities board seeking new member

Applications are due by April 24 for the unexpired board term ending Dec. 31, 2027

April Students of the Month chosen at CHS

Aiden Green, son of Katilyn Green and Jordan Green and Haley Thomas, daughter of Shane and Melanie Thomas were named Students of the Month

Justice comes to town: Supreme Court to visit Carroll County

The Supreme Court of Ohio will travel to Carroll County April 15 to hold oral arguments in three cases

Decker dies after hourslong manhunt in Harrison County

The chase continued onto U.S. 22, where the Ohio State Highway Patrol deployed spike strips, causing the car Decker was traveling in to crash

Starr gives close-up look at city in annual address

MV mayor touches on plans, projects, finances for 2025-26

Camp NEOSA to offer free summer meals program

The program is open to children who meet income guidelines for reduced-price meals under the National School Lunch Program

Dover officer resigns after internal investigation

A special prosecutor will determine whether any criminal charges are warranted

Haney pleads guilty to theft, improper compensation charges

As part of a plea agreement, the state reduced the theft in office charge to theft, a fifth-degree felony, and dropped the tampering with records charges

Data center petition moves forward in Ohio

Commissioners say effort gives residents a way to oppose data centers

Library program to highlight Revolutionary War veterans of Harrison County

The information comes from Volume 1 of a series published in 2000 by the Ebenezer Zane Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution

Charity dinner to support Project Grinch Dust and local causes

The dinner includes pulled pork, a roll, cheesy potatoes, baked beans and dessert

Erb to discuss Coleman collection at senior center program

Erb will talk about his journey from selling and repairing appliances to collecting more than 7,000 Coleman items

Cadiz council approves resolutions at March meeting

emergency measure was passed to help the new owner of the concession stand across from Mazeroski Field get up and running

Writers Guild invites writers to monthly meetings

The group meets the first Monday of each month and will gather April 6 this month

Carroll Farm Bureau to host coffee talk on deer damage

The discussion will focus on deer predation in corn and soybeans

Little Theatre to hold auditions for ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’

The story follows young Charlie Bucket and four other golden ticket winners as they tour Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory

Towpath Rotary Club to host shred, recycling event in Bolivar

The Tuscarawas County Sheriff’s Office will be onsite to collect expired and unneeded medications at no cost

Diamond Award honors Chelsea Lefler

Chelsea Lefler was nominated by her adoptive mother, Richelle Lefler, who spoke about the challenges her daughter has navigated to build the life she enjoys today

Marlboro trustees approve zoning change, address township business

Rezoning request, road updates and community services highlighted at recent meeting

Voter registration deadline looms for May 5 election

You must register or update your voter registration no later than 30 days before an election

Touch-a-Truck event set for April 11 at Main Library

Families will be able to explore big trucks and machinery from throughout the community in the library parking lot

Pinwheels for Prevention event raises awareness of child abuse, neglect

The county will display pinwheels during April to represent the 1,781 calls to Job and Family Services regarding child abuse and neglect in the county

No Kings rally draws crowd in New Philadelphia

The No Kings rally is a pro-democracy protest movement where people gather to push back against what they view as government overreach and to emphasize that leaders are accountable to the public — not above it

TuscBDD wraps up DD Awareness Month with successful events

Regardless of the time of year, TuscBDD will continue to celebrate and recognize people with developmental disabilities while supporting the community

Commissioners reopen bidding for generator project at county home

The March 25 meeting revealed two bids this time, which was one more than the previous bid opening that had been rejected

Cadiz mission team to serve at Give Kids The World Village

Families facing unimaginable medical challenges are welcomed into a storybook setting designed to give them time away from hospitals and treatments — and the chance to simply be together

Scio projects moving ahead, council told at March 25 meeting

Park, water and wastewater plant and line replacement projects, are moving ahead

Carrollton educators nurture garden program built for the future

School Food and Nutrition Director Barbara Burns and outdoor educator Kay Russell said the focus now is ensuring the program continues to grow for future students

Free Bike Rodeo set for April 25 in Strasburg

Boy Scouts will provide skills stations including balance, steering, coasting, turning and braking

Zoar Village to host annual Homeschool Day

During Homeschool Day, students will learn how the Zoar Separatists prepared for spring through a variety of activities located throughout the village

Knox Young Professionals to host open house

Networking event set for April 22 at Hampton Inn

Lake Township zoning board approves variances for home business, ball fields

Decisions include dog boarding operation, athletic facilities and small-parcel agriculture use

U.S. 250 resurfacing project underway in New Philadelphia

One lane of traffic will be maintained in both directions throughout construction

#IMomSoHard brings double the zany fun to PAC

While the show is geared toward women who best understand the rigors, challenges and antics of motherhood, there is a growing sentiment for men to attend and gleefully take one on the chin

Celebrating local businesses & organizations

Chamber hosting five ribbon cuttings in April

Medina City Schools renames performance venue in honor of late music teacher

Tribute highlights decades of student impact, musical excellence, lasting community legacy

Wayne County clinic earns Cigna health award

The Employee Health Clinic receives 2025 silver level Healthy Workforce Designation for its commitment to employee well-being

Wooster Masons host fundraiser for dog shelter

Ebenezer Lodge's purse bingo event raises money for Wayne County Dog Shelter, supporting animal welfare and community collaboration

Benefit planned to support Amy Smith during cancer treatment

Organizers said the event aims to help ease some of the financial burden while also raising awareness about the dangers of sun exposure

Dover Historical Society to hold annual meeting

The Hall of Distinction was created to recognize Dover residents who have made the city a better place to live or whose achievements have brought recognition to Dover

Harrison Central Transition Fair connects students with local opportunities

Students were encouraged to visit as many vendors as possible, start conversations and complete a scavenger hunt that was part of the day’s activities

Stabile sent to EOCC after probation revoked

In another felony case, Brian D. Satterfield, 46, of Toronto did not appear in court after his attorney, Steven A. Stickles, filed for a continuance

Judge orders CBC sanctions, jail time in Sproull case

Hervey sentenced Sproull to four years of community-based correctional sanctions, plus six months at Eastern Ohio Correction Center

City of Dover parks and recreation announces adult and youth activities

Sign-ups begin Monday, May 4 for all classes at the Parks and Recreation office

Volunteers help keep highways beautiful

Volunteers with Towpath Trail Peace Park spent Saturday, March 21 picking up litter along the group’s adopted stretch of state Route 212 in Tuscarawas County

Camp Invention to return to Tuscarawas Valley Local in June

Through hands-on activities, Camp Invention promotes STEM learning, builds confidence, leadership, perseverance and resourcefulness

Leading Ladies partnership honors 40 women making an impact

The Leading Ladies will be recognized for this honor Friday, June 26 at Kent State Tuscarawas during the Women’s Success Series Speakers Program

Watershed district updates commissioners on Atwood improvements

The district’s annual operating budget is about $25.5 million, with most of that funding coming from recreation activities, while oil and gas revenue is being used for capital improvements

Civil War Round Table to host April 9 program

Dan Welch will share insights from his career as a Civil War historian and his work with the National Park Service at Gettysburg

Pancakes with Parents draws record crowd at Buckeye Career Center

The popular event invites families to start the day with their students over a complimentary pancake breakfast and offers an inside look at BCC labs and programs

Tuscarawas Philharmonic to present Broadway celebration April 11

The Tuscarawas Philharmonic Orchestra will continue its 90th anniversary season with an evening of Broadway music

Wooster schools celebrate reading initiatives

Annual events and programs aim to foster literacy and curiosity among students in Wooster

Hartville council approves zoning changes

Industrial reclassifications among key actions at March meeting

Tri-County job fair offers education roles

Event at Triway High School aims to fill teaching and support positions amid national shortages

Historic Zoar Village opens for 2026 season

April 4 also marks the kickoff of Zoar’s Speaker Series featuring Brandon Downing

New Philadelphia schools hires Carole Sutton as superintendent

Sutton was chosen because of her vision for the district, her leadership strategy, her experience, her determination to unify the community and her passion for students and education

YMCA to host Healthy Kids Day April 18

The event will include balloon twisters, a caricature artist, community partners, music activities, swimming, games and more

United Way’s ‘Day of Caring’ set for April 22 in Tuscarawas County

Businesses interested in getting involved should contact the United Way of Tuscarawas County by Wednesday, April 1

Harrison Career Center students build pull-up bars for jail inmates

According to the Ohio Revised Code, the state requires that inmates be offered at least five hours of exercise per week

Lake Township hires new zoning, economic development administrator

Trustees also address staffing changes, purchases and township business

Knox County appoints Rick Lanuzza as new 911 director

Fredericktown EMS chief to fill role after Webster retires

Tuscarawas Philharmonic to offer summer performing arts music camp

The Tuscarawas Philharmonic Performing Arts Music Camp is a music enrichment program for young musicians and performers

Colonial Homestead launches Readers and Writers Night

Monthly series fosters literary discussion starting in April

Health District partnering with pharmacy to host community drop-in days

Drop-in days are held every first and third Tuesday of the month from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Child Abuse Prevention Month focuses on community support

The community is encouraged to wear blue April 8 to raise awareness of child abuse and neglect prevention

Lynn Drive-In opens April 3 for the season

The box office is cash only, and moviegoers need an FM radio to hear the movies

Functional Ceramics 2026 exhibition opens in Wooster

Wayne Center for the Arts hosts event through April 17 with workshops by renowned artists

Council approves moving pole at High and Third intersection

Carrollton Fire Chief Shane Thomas told council the pole at the corner of High and Third streets has restricted turns for some time and has been hit repeatedly

Conservation clubs offer three $1,000 scholarships for natural resources students

Applicants must be residents of Columbiana County or an adjacent county

Wayne County students invited to apply for Koehler scholarship

Izaak Walton League offers $1,200 for students in environmental fields; apply by May 15

Park district prepares to begin final leg of trail

Final phase of construction set to start in May, with completion expected by October

Avery’s Law creates important changes in dog warden’s office

New regulations enhance safety and reduce liability for the Holmes County Dog Warden & Adoption Center starting March 20

Orrville Library hosts April events for all ages

Programs include book clubs, crafts and a tadpole observation station throughout April in Orrville

Wayne County retired teachers to meet April 21

Event at Smithville's Career Center to feature Habitat for Humanity program and student-prepared lunch

City approves possible financing option for new police station

Design process finishing up for station on Sychar Road

Author inspires students with ‘Ambitious Abbey’ series visit

Each book focuses on a specific character trait, including ambition, leadership, perseverance, organization, life balance and time management

Buckeye Local hydroponics program draws state attention

The Panther Produce: Growing Futures Hydroponics Lab would serve as a catalyst for agricultural career awareness and food systems learning at BLJHS

Wooster earns 40th consecutive financial reporting award

City of Wooster recognized for excellence in financial reporting by GFOA for four decades

Harrison chamber celebrates ribbon-cutting for Stairway Cafe

Build-your-own pie and enjoy sandwiches, desserts, specialty drinks and salads

Council approves 2026 operating budget

Safety forces face cuts amid rising calls and staffing shortages

Arts educator nominations open for TAP award

Community members, students, colleagues and administrators are encouraged to submit nominations for educators

Angelique’s Vintiques celebrates new Hartville location

Expanded space, stronger visibility and growing vendor base mark next chapter

Minerva man sentenced in sex case involving stepdaughter

Carroll County Common Pleas Court Judge Michael V. Repella II sentenced Brady to a term of five years with a maximum of 7 1/2 years in prison

Explore unique plants at Secrest Arboretum sale

Wooster event offers over 250 plant varieties May 9

Minerva board accepts retirement and resignations

Minerva choir director retires with 33 years of service

Voter registration deadline for May 5 primary is April 6

A person is qualified to vote in the primary if he or she is a citizen of the United States, is at least 18 years old on or before Nov. 3 and is a resident of Ohio

Ohio voters show strong support for libraries

Survey reveals bipartisan backing for public libraries and township services across the state

Wayne County marks Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

Commissioners emphasize support and inclusion for individuals with disabilities in March

Voter registration deadline approaches in Wayne County

State grant to provide nearly $8 million to volunteer fire departments

Local beneficiaries included the Bowerston Volunteer Fire Department, the Freeport Community Volunteer Fire Department, the Harrisville Volunteer Fire Company and the Scio Volunteer Fire Department

Commissioners address data center concerns, hear Avery’s Law update

Commissioners said much of the public discussion remains speculative because no specific project has been formally presented

Carroll County cuts ribbon on new annex building

The annex building, a former Catholic school and later the Carrollton YMCA and food pantry, has been renovated into a centralized government services center