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Exploring Garrettsville: Tour the Town!

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our country, Garrettsville residents can take time to learn more about their town!  Explorers will start their adventure at the library to pick up a scavenger hunt sheet. This event is geared toward children but can be completed by anyone. This is an...

Southington Christian Church to Host “In the Garden” Ladies’ Luncheon Honoring...

The women of Southington Christian Church are invited to pause, reflect, and bloom together at the _In the Garden Ladies' Luncheon_ on *Sunday, July 19*, immediately following the 10:45 a.m. morning service. Hosted by Ashley (Arnold) Morrow in loving memory of her grandmother, *Gwendolyn Irene Arnold*, this complimentary event celebrates...

Community Invited to Amateur Radio Field Day

While most people depend on a smartphone in an emergency, the Portage County Amateur Radio Service (PCARS) is preparing for the moment those phones don’t work anymore. The Portage County Amateur Radio Service is inviting residents to witness and participate in an emergency communications preparedness exercise at Freedom Township Park...

Portage Foundation Awards More Than $61,000 in Scholarships Supporting College and...

The Portage Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026 scholarship awards, distributing more than $61,000 to students across Portage County pursuing a wide variety of educational and career paths. Thanks to the generosity and vision of local donors who have established scholarship funds as an investment...

We’re All Invited

Sip N Shop Vendor Applications Being Accepted Call Today Sip n Shop on Main is taking applications for the event on July 25th from 2-7pm . Contact Jackie at rinearson05@frontier.com for an application Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays Surviving Death “ A Journalist  Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie...

A Holiday Reminder About an Overlooked Asset

Some of the most important investments in life never appear on a statement. As Memorial Day reminds us, life is shaped not only by what we build, but by the people we share it with. While we often focus on growing financial assets, it is just as important to invest...

Spring into Summer knowing your Air Conditioning is Working Properly!

Homeowners interested in making home improvements often consider their project in terms of its long-term investments - will this increase my home's value if I decide to sell?  Kitchen upgrades are a good bet, as are bathroom improvements.  But there's one investment that's always a wise move, no matter...

Triple Trail Fest Returns June 6 to Celebrate Summer in Mantua

Northeast Ohio’s favorite outdoor celebration is back! Triple Trail Fest returns to Mantua on Saturday, June 6, immediately following the popular Headwaters Adventure Race. Set against the scenic backdrop of Mantua’s trails and waterways, this one-day festival offers adventure, entertainment, and family-friendly fun for all ages. Guests can enjoy hiking,...

Troop 4065 ODOT Cleanup of St Rt 82

On Sunday, 5/17/2026, Nelson BSA Troop 4065 performed their spring cleanup of St Rt 82 between Hiram and Garrettsville for ODOT. The Troop was able to collect over 10 bags of trash during the clean up!  Participants included Logan Neiheisel, Timmy Tarnowski, Finn Collins, Joey Tarnowski, Evan Carloni, Eliot Mattingly,...

Shalersville Historical Society News

This coming Saturday May 30 will be the first annual Classic Car Show sponsored by Shalersville Historical Society held at our museum complex, 9154 SR 44. Car registrations will cost $10.00 for the show which will begin at noon-12 PM.  Local DJ Brian Resh will provide musical entertainment featuring...

We’re All Invited

Sip N Shop Vendor Applications Being Accepted Call Today Sip n Shop on Main is taking applications for the event on July 25th from 2-7pm . Contact Jackie at rinearson05@frontier.com for an application Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays Surviving Death “ A Journalist  Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie...

United Way of Portage County Announces Fifth Community Partner Bus Tour

United Way of Portage County is inviting community members to take part in its fifth semi-annual Community Partner Bus Tour on Friday, May 29, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The free tour offers participants a firsthand look at some of the most pressing needs facing Portage County residents...

Blue Mass For First Responders To Be Held May 31st

Father John Cassidy Assembly #3034 of the Knights of Columbus cordially invites all local current and retired Law Enforcement, Fire, and EMT members, their families and all members of M.A.D.D. & S.A.D.D., all Explorers and volunteers to their annual Blue Mass on Sunday, May 31, 9 a.m. at St....

Wilma Jean Mitchell

Wilma Jean Mitchell, age 91, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones and friends on May 17, 2026.   Born in Gasaway, West Virginia on August 9, 1934, Wilma, a/k/a Sissie to her family, moved to Freedom, Ohio after graduating from Gasaway High School. She was so...

Laura Parker

Laura Parker had the audacity to die on May 1, 2026 due to complications from pneumonia. At this point we believed she was invincible. She leaves behind husband Ken Parker to whom she had the misfortune of marrying twice (her own fault) and being with for 45 and a...

Art on the Hill Presents 2026 Photo Contest

For the 13th year, Downtown Mantua Revitalization Corporation’s Art on the Hill & Wine Tasting Too will sponsor a Photo Contest at their Arts and Crafts Street Festival on July 12 from 10 to 6 o’clock.  Everyone has photos they’ve taken during the year that they absolutely love and...

Portage Park District Launches Community Parks Grant Program

This year, the Portage Park District will renew its Community Parks and Trails Grant Program to assist in funding parks and trails in townships and villages in Portage County.  The Board of Park Commissioners has earmarked $100,000 from its 2026 levy proceeds toward this pilot program, for awards between...

JA Garfield Superintendent Wins Award

The James A. Garfield Board of Education and Administrative Team would like to congratulate Superintendent Ted Lysiak on being selected as a recipient of the 2026 Martha Holden Jennings Superintendent Award of Excellence!  This prestigious statewide honor recognizes outstanding leadership, vision, and impact in public education. Ted will also be...

What Is The Soundtrack to Your Faith?

We all have that one song. It might be the song that pulled you through a difficult week, the gentle melody your grandmother used to hum, or the powerful chorus that makes you want to stand up and sing. Music has a way of capturing the soul when words...

We’re All Invited

Sip N Shop Vendor Applications Being Accepted Call Today Sip n Shop on Main is taking applications for the event on July 25th from 2-7pm . Contact Jackie at rinearson05@frontier.com for an application Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays Surviving Death “ A Journalist  Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie...

Joseph Kolenc

We want to announce the passing of Joseph Kolenc. Blessed with vibrant good health all his life, he passed at age 90 after a sudden unexpected illness on May 4, 2026. A long time resident of Hiram, he moved to Brookpark to be close to family. He enjoyed the outdoors...

Geauga SWCD News Release

Attention Educators! Reward yourself with an enriching professional development experience on the shores of Lake Erie by attending the Advanced Wonders of Watersheds workshop. This comprehensive 3-day program offers valuable outdoor investigations, new resources, engaging activities, field explorations, optional graduate credit hours, and time to connect and rejuvenate! Join...

Newton Falls Treasure Hunt Meet N’ Greet Set to Bring Hundreds...

Something unique is taking shape in Newton Falls, Ohio, as the growing excitement surrounding the nationally followed Newton Falls Treasure Hunt continues to spark tourism, community engagement, and small-town revitalization. On Saturday, May 16, from 10 AM to 6 PM, downtown Newton Falls will host the FREE Newton Falls Treasure...

Garden Club Holds Plant Sale & Visits Lantern Court in May

The Silver Creek Garden Club will hold its annual plant sale during the Village Yard Sale on Friday, May 15 & Saturday, May 16 from 9 am – 3:30 pm.  The sale will be held at the home of Barbara & Jim Walker at 10749 Forest St. Whether you...

Frank Kovach

Frank Kovach, 90, of Hiram Twp., OH, went home to his Lord and Savior Friday, May 8, 2026. He was born February 10, 1936, in Middlefield, OH, to the late Frank and Julia (Sles) Kovach. He was raised on his family’s dairy farm in Middlefield on State Route 528, which...

Freedom Twp.  Historical Society News

Freedom Township Historical Society is pleased to announce its first program for 2026 which is being sponsored by Freedom, Mantua, & Shalersville Historical Societies. Susan Cannavino of Presentations with Pizzazz will present a program about Jackie Kennedy Onassis. Please join us as we explore "The Life of Jackie Bouvier...

We’re All Invited

Sip N Shop Vendor Applications Being Accepted Call Today Sip n Shop on Main is taking applications for the event on July 25th from 2-7pm . Contact Jackie at rinearson05@frontier.com for an application Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays Surviving Death “ A Journalist  Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie...

62nd Mantua Ox Roast Fair Plans Well Underway

St. Joseph Church in Mantua is hitting the ground running with the Ox Roast Fair, which is being held on July 17th, 18th and 19th. The 2026 St. Joseph Church Ox Roast Fair, now in its 62nd year, promises to be more exciting than ever.  The Main Raffle is offering...

Annette Louise Wenger

Annette Louise Wenger, 90, of Garrettsville, OH, went home to her Lord and Savior Monday, April 27, 2026. She was born January 23, 1936, in Newton Falls, OH, to the late Charles and Mary (nee Burkhart) Wenger. Her family moved to Windham where she was raised and was proud to...

Francis Raymond Modliszewski

Francis Raymond Modliszewski passed from this life on the evening of April 17, 2026. He was born in Chewton, Pennsylvania, on January 28, 1940, to Pauline (nee Kolik) and Raymond Modliszewski. Frank graduated from Lincoln High School in Ellwood City, PA, in 1958. He served 6 years in the...
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