Budget hearings are taking place in Wadsworth for the 2025 spending plan. One major improvement on the drawing board is a $1.9 million fix-up of Freidt Park, including a lighted baseball/softball field. “The adult softball league was probably most impacted by the shutdown (closing of Memorial Park). The uniqueness of Read more
It has long been a dream of Wadsworth blind golfer Mark Arnold to play in the first pan-disability Team Golf International, Phoenix Cup. And an even bigger dream to bring the main event to his hometown. Dream number one came true when Mark’s invitation arrived in the mail to compete Read more
On Oct. 6, 2024, the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office got a call about a man making suicidal statements who was currently armed with a gun. Authorities were told the man, identified as David Septer, 44, was “ready for them.” Around 9:11 p.m., based on the information provided, the Wadsworth Police Read more
A former Wadsworth bowler was killed in a motorcycle crash in Wadsworth on Oct. 8 around 9 p.m. Cooper Wrobel, 23, was driving his motorcycle along I-76 eastbound when he drove off the left side of the highway near Route 57 and into the center median. The motorcycle flipped and Read more
The Wadsworth School District will have school counselors on hand at the high school today (Oct. 7) if students would like to talk to someone to help process the situation that took place during the homecoming dance Saturday night. A man threatening suicide by cop was shot and killed by Read more
The annual Rosie Awards in Wadsworth were handed out on Sept. 25, 2024 by the Wadsworth Area Chamber of Commerce. Among the winners were Bill Alexander of AK Construction for Business Entrepreneur of the Year. Cambria’s Bistro won for New Business of the Year. The Legacy Award was given to Read more
“Come on. Let’s cut math class to go grab an iced mocha instead. You in? The girls and I are doing it.” Naomi knows there’s a math quiz today and doesn’t want to get a failing grade, but she also doesn’t want to disappoint her friends. She’s feeling peer pressure. Read more
An exciting addition to the community was celebrated this week with a ribbon cutting dedication at Durling Park on Sept. 4, 2024. New tennis and pickleball courts are now open and in full swing. Several speakers attended the event including Mayor Robin Laubaugh, Safety Director Matthew Hiscock, and Wadsworth Women’s Read more
It’s that time of year again! Zombies are wanted and needed for the annual Wadsworth Thriller event during Scare on the Square! If you are new and want to be a zombie at the annual event on Oct. 17, email wadsworththriller@gmail.com. No need to message if you’ve been a zombie Read more
Main Street Wadsworth is hosting a pep rally downtown on Sept. 6 to cheer on the Wadsworth Grizzlies Football team as they are escorted to Art Wright Stadium for the Rivalry Game – Wadsworth Grizzlies vs. Medina Bees. There will be a police escort as the buses leave the high Read more
