Young Wooster woman aims for connection, community with free event
Kirsten McAllister By CHRISTINA McCUNE DGKN managing editor Kirsten McAllister has noticed that across the country young people seem to be experiencing Jesus powerfully, and she would like to create a space to see what the Lord wants to do here in Wayne County. In general, McAllister, 23, of Wooster, has a passion for young…
Read MoreJudy Kay May (Woods), 78
Orrville — Judy Kay May (Woods), age 78, of Orrville, passed into the loving arms of her Savior on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, after a period of declining health. Judy was born February 9, 1949, in Hugheston, West Virginia to the late Irene and Lawerence Woods. She graduated from Cedar Grove High School in 1967.…
Read MoreDREAM HOME: Habitat for Humanity makes dream home possible for Orrville couple
PHOTO BY AARON COCHRELL | HABITAT FOR HUMANITY Astoria and Cardell Fields are presented keys March 24 during a house dedication for their dream home in Orrville thanks to Habitat for Humanity. PHOTOS BY CHRISTINA McCUNE | DGKN Astoria Fields becomes emotional during a key ceremony March 24 in Orrville. Friends, family members, Habitat for…
Read MoreMary Ann Berg, 83
DALTON — Mary Ann Berg, age 83, of Dalton, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, June 11, 2026, following a short period of declining health. Mary Ann was born on August 22, 1942, in Wooster, Ohio, to the late Walter and Ellen (Getchell) Brillhart. She graduated from Smithville High School in 1960 and…
Read MoreLouise “Wheezy” Quinn, 78
Apple Creek – Louise “Wheezy” Quinn, 78, formerly of Apple Creek, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Orrville Pointe JAG Healthcare, where she had made her home for the past two years. Louise was born on February 29, 1948, in Alma, West Virginia, to the late Samuel and Florence (Williamson) Shuman. She…
Read MoreJohn Basil Cyrus, 86
ORRVILLE — John Basil Cyrus, age 86, of Orrville, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, June 11, 2026, following a period of declining health. John was born on April 16, 1940, in Holden, West Virginia, to the late John and Mary (Bartram) Cyrus. He proudly served his country as a Specialist 4 in…
Read MoreMiller Custom Exteriors: Improving homes for 50 years
PHOTO PROVIDED Siding, roof and doors and window project in Dalton by Miller Custom Exteriors. DGKN staff report One home and project at a time, Miller Custom Exteriors has been improving and beautifying Northeastern Ohio and beyond. The family-owned and operated company, which is headquartered in Dalton, was founded in Holmes County by Jacob…
Read MoreBUSINESS NEWS The Apple Creek Banking Company appoints local attorney to board
Matthew Long DGKN staff report The Apple Creek Banking Company has appointed Matthew Long to its board of directors. Long is an attorney with Critchfield, Critchfield & Johnston, Ltd., where he serves as chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department, according to a news release from The Apple Creek Banking Company. His practice is dedicated…
Read MoreDora Lee Huntsberger, 90
Together Again Dalton — Dora Lee Huntsberger, age 90, of Dalton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at Apostolic Christian Village in Rittman, following a brief period of declining health. Dora Lee was born on September 15, 1935, in Massillon, Ohio, to the late Clarence and Leora…
Read MoreLuther E. Good, 82
Smithville – Luther E. Good, 82, of Smithville, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at Ohio’s Hospice LifeCare in Wooster following complications from a stroke. Luther was born February 15, 1944, in Wooster, to the late Carl and Annetta (Zimmerman) Good. He attended Northwestern High School and was a member of the Class of…
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