Founded in 1814, and named for General Elijah Wadsworth, a Revolutionary War hero who owned a large portion of the land, although he never lived in Wadsworth. The community was founded on land that had been the furthermost southern edge of the Connecticut Western Reserve. Wadsworth became a city in 1931. Wadsworth is directly south of Sharon Center and west of Norton, while Medina is northwest of the city.
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The Ohio city’s official web site offers contact data for its municipal offices, departments and services, along with a schedule of public meetings, agendas and minutes of council meetings, its code of ordinances, employment opportunities, and online payment of utility bills.
http://www.wadsworthcity.com/
The annual festival showcases the Wadsworth, Ohio community’s spirit, organizations and businesses with a parade, carnival rides, amusements, food, games and other events. Its schedules, a map, parking information, and photographs from past events are featured.
http://www.bluetipfestival.com/
The business membership organization offers business educational workshops, collaboration and partnerships with the city, community organizations and other Chambers within the county, as well as other programs and efforts to enhance the business and economic interests of the community. A business directory, and a private area for members only are included.
http://www.wadsworthchamber.com/
The Wadsworth, Ohio public school system operates a variety of PK-12 campuses, each of which are highlighted, with schedules, faculty and staff listings, and announcements. Other resources include a district calendar, breakfast and lunch menus, and student policy information.
http://www.wadsworth.k12.oh.us/
Affiliated with both the National and Ohio PTA Organizations, the WEC-PTA hosts entertainment and educational activities for children, from newborns through kindergarten, and their parents, as well as other activities and events. Its membership policies, officers, calendar, and contacts are featured.
http://www.wadsworthpta.org/
Wadsworth Economic Development
The economic development arm of Wadsworth, Ohio provides information on area demographics and the quality of life in the community, as well as available economic incentives. Maps of the city are included.
http://www.wadsworthcity.info/
The location, hours of operation, outreach and other services of the public library in Wadsworth, Ohio are posted. Its online resources include being able to get a library card, reserve or renew borrowed items, sign up for programs, and access books, music and other electronic data.
http://www.wadsworthlibrary.com/
Headquartered in Wadsworth, which is in the central part of the township, Wadsworth Township is one of seventeen in Medina County, Ohio. A roster of elected officials and administrative personnel are listed, along with a meeting schedule, comprehensive plan, and bulletin board.
http://www.wadsworthtownship.org/
