Ashland County

Special Information:

Ashland County produces over half of the world’s supply of toy balloons. It is also an area loved by Johnny Appleseed. It is said he would frequent the area and became close friends with all of the residents. Dairy products are the main agricultural industry. Other industries include; metals, machinery, transportation equipment, rubber, stone-clay-glass, chemicals, automotive equipment, home appliances and microphones. 

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Attractions:

Mochican State Park and Lodge- The Park is comprised of 1,110 acres with 5 miles of the scenic Clear Fork Branch of the Mohican River running through it. The recreational opportunities available to the park visitor include fishing, hiking, picnicking, camping, cottages and a resort lodge.

Ashland County Historical Society Museum - The Museum has three building displaying the county’s collections ranging from military weapons, insects and antique toys. The Ashland County Historical Society operates on donations and also has a quaint gift shop.

Cities/Villages:

Ashland, Village of Bailey Lakes, Village of Hayesville, Village of Jeromesville, Village of Loudonville, Village of Mifflin, Village of Polk, Village of Perrysville, Village of Savannah

High Schools/Universities:

Ashland County Community Academy , Ashland County-West Homes Career Center , Ashland High School , Ashland University , Crestview High School , Hillsdale High School , Loudonville High School , Mapleton High School

Medina County

Special Information:

Medina County takes its name from an Arabian city in which Mohammed is buried. The county seat was originally named Mecca, but it is presently called Medina. Principle industries in the county include: metals, rubber, food, machinery, candles, aluminum castings, furnaces, automobile parts, and dairy products. The county no longer houses the vast farms of the past; manufacturing is now the major source of employment.

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Attractions:

Butterflies and Things- Real tropical butterflies and other insects from around the world! An amazing place and much more exciting than a museum! Take your family or friends to a place they will never forget. Browse and enjoy a close-up view of nature at its best. Or get involved in a hands-on workshop (Two hour advance notice required). Start a collection of butterflies!

Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery – Located in Rittman, the United States National Cemetery has 273 acres for veterans and their families. There is also a beautiful pathway lined with over a hundred memorials.

Cities/Villages:

Burnswick, Medina, Rittman, Village of Chippewa Lake, Village of Creston, Village of Gloria Glens Park, Village of Lodi, Village of Seville, Village of Spencer, Village of Westfield Center, Wadsworth

High Schools/Universities:

Black River High School , Brunswick High School , Buckeye High School , Cloverleaf High School , Highland High School , Medina County Career Center , Medina High School , Wadsworth High School

Stark County

Special Information:

Major Industries in Stark County are Wholesale and Retail Trade, Manufacturing, Health and Social Services. There are 5 city school districts and 12 local districts. There are 27 private/parochial schools and 3 four-year and 2 two-year post secondary campuses. There are 12 newspapers, 2 television stations and 14 radio stations.

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Attractions:

Canton/Stark Convention & Vistors’ Bureau - Discover why Canton/Stark County, Ohio is America's Playing Field! The area boasts national attractions such as the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, and the National First Ladies Historical Site, but the hidden treasures of Ohio's Amish Country, the quaint shops of Hartville and Canal Fulton, and exciting events also entice visitors of all ages.

Congressman Ralph Regula Canalway Center -  Become a Canalway Explorer at the Congressman Ralph Regula Canalway Center at Sippo Lake. This exhibit hall, located inside the Exploration Gateway, features a Canal Boat Adventure and 10 other interactive exhibits showcasing Ohio & Erie Canal history, business innovators, and environmental stewardship!

McKinley National Monument - The McKinley National Monument is a majestic domed structure that towers over beautiful parklands just outside downtown Canton. Open year-round from dawn until dusk, the McKinley Monument is an architectural marvel that is worth exploring. The final resting place of both President William McKinley and his wife, First Lady Ida McKinley, the monument serves as a source of pride for Canton residents.

Military Aviation Preservation Society (MAPS) Air Museum - MAPS Air Museum is an internationally known museum of aviation and serves as a center of aviation history for Northeast Ohio. The museum features exciting educational displays of its collection of acquired artifacts, interactive exhibits and historical archives in its own library.

National First Ladies Library and Research Center - Founded in 1995 and expanded several times since, the National First Ladies Library has brought further historical acclaim to the City of Canton as the only facility dedicated to the lives of America's First Ladies. With ribbon-cuttings at every step of the way by former First Ladies Rosalynn Carter (1998) and Hillary Rodham Clinton (1999), as well as the dedication of the newest facility in 2003 by First Lady Laura Bush, this historical museum is a must-see for women and men of all ages.

Pro Football Hall of Fame - Since opening in 1963, the NFL Pro Football Hall of Fame has seen millions of visitors walk through its hallowed halls to pay tribute to the legendary heroes of professional football. Every year, the nation watches as a new class of enshrines are inducted during an incredible celebration of sporting history, including a nationally televised football game and weeklong enshrinement festival. Drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors to Canton every year, this is an event not to be missed!

Cities/Villages:

Alliance, Canal Fulton, Canton, Louisville, Massillon, North Canton, Village of Beach City, Village of Brewster, Village of East Canton, Village of East Sparta, Village of Hartville, Village of Hills and Dales, Village of Limaville, Village of Magnolia, Village of Meyers Lake, Village of Minerva, Village of Navarre, Village of Waynesburg, Village of Wilmot

High Schools/Universities:

Alliance High School , Canton South High School , Central Catholic High School , Christian Home Educators Stark County Association , Choices High School , East Canton High School , Fairless High School , GlenOak High School , Heritage Christian School , Hoover High School , Jackson High School , Lake Center Christian School , Lake High School , Louisville High School , Malone College , Marlington High School , Massillon Christian School, McKinley High School , Minerva High School , Northwest High School , Perry High School , R. G. Drage Career Technical Center , Sandy Valley High School , St. Thomas Aquinas High School , Stark State College of Technology , Timken High School , Tuslaw High School , University of Mount Union , Walsh University , Washington High School 

Wayne County

Special Information:

A rich agricultural community. The county, which had a strong connection to the Revolutionary War, was named for "Mad" Anthony Wayne, a war colleague of George Washington. Wooster, the county seat since 1808, was also named for war hero General David Wooster. Today, Wayne County is the 13th largest county in Ohio covering over 550 square miles. Its industries are mainly manufacturing, education, transportation, and technology and healthcare companies.

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Attractions:

Best of Ohio's Amish Country - Visit 7 of the finest stores in Holmes, Wayne, and Stark Counties. Exemplifying the hospitality, craftsmanship, and heritage of Ohio’s Amish Country, visitors will be drawn to these special locations again and again.

Ohio Light Opera -  The Resident Performing Company of the College of Wooster has been entertaining audiences since 1979. Every summer they offer the best of the lyric style theater tradition at Freelander Theater. Thousands come from all over the country to watch their operettas, such as plays by Gilbert & Sullivan.

Wayne County Fair -  Established in 1849, the fair is held in Wooster, the county seat, every fall. The expansive fairgrounds has food and entertainment for all ages from tractor pulls, demolition derbies, live concerts, livestock judging and farm produce exhibitions.  

Cities/Villages:

Orrville, Rittman, Village of Apple Creek, Village of Burbank, Village of Congress, Village of Creston, Village of Dalton, Village of Doylestown, Village of Fredericksburg, Village of Marshallville, Village of Mount Eaton, Village of Shreve, Village of Smithville, Village of West Salem, Wooster

High Schools/Universities:

Boys Village High School , Central Christian High School , Chippewa High School , College of Wooster , Dalton High School ,  Kingsway Christian School , Northwestern High School , Norwayne High School , Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center  , Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute , Orrville High School , Rittman High School , Smithville High School , The College of Wooster , Triway High School , University of Akron Wayne College , Wayne County Christian Home Educators , Wayne County Schools Career Center , Waynedale High School , Wooster High School