Wooster, Ohio

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Wooster is a city in northeastern Ohio, about 50 miles south of Cleveland. It is the county seat of Wayne County and the largest city in the Wooster micropolitan area. According to the 2020 census, it had a population of 27,232 people, with a median age of 38.5 and a median household income of $52,366. The city is predominantly white (89.4%), with smaller percentages of black (3%), Asian (2.9%), and Hispanic (2.5%) residents.

Wooster has a rich cultural heritage and offers many attractions for visitors and residents alike. The city is home to the College of Wooster, a private liberal arts college that hosts various academic and artistic events throughout the year. The city also has the Wayne Center for the Arts, which showcases local artists, offers classes, and stages performances.

It also has a vibrant local food community, including Local Roots, a year-round farmer's market that features over 150 local farmers and producers. Local Roots has received national attention for its innovative efforts to support local agriculture and sustainability.

Some of the annual events that Wooster hosts are the Wayne County Fair, which is the second largest fair in the state and the largest junior fair in the state; the Wooster Arts Jazz Fest, which celebrates music, art, and culture; and the Ohio Light Opera, which presents operettas and musical theater at the College of Wooster.

Wooster is a city that combines small-town charm with big-city amenities, offering a diverse and dynamic culture for its residents and visitors.