Downtown Kent Rises Like a Phoenix
Kent - With over $100 million in new construction nearing completion, downtown Kent is currently undergoing massive redevelopment. While these revitalization projects have been successful through the cooperation of many, Ron Burbick , a retired executive turned developer, started the ball rolling with an idea he called the ‘Phoenix Project.’ Burbick, formerly from aircraft part manufacturer, Schneller Inc., sparked...
GCRTA Grant Offered
The Geauga County Retired Teachers Association is offering a $1,500 grant to a college senior. The recipient must be enrolled in a college of education and be a student teacher during the 2013-2014 school year. In addition, the person must have resided in Geauga County or graduated from one of the high schools in the county. For an application, contact...
G-Men Baseball
4/23/2013 - Garfield G-Men 10, Waterloo Vikings 2 Batteries: Waterloo: Daniel Buckley and Cooper. Garfield: Kaiser and Damko; Schustrich and Damko. W: Kaiser 3-2. L: Daniel Buckley 0-0. HR: Waterloo: None. Garfield None. Notes: Waterloo: Cooper RBI Garfield: Patterson 3B, 2 R, RBI. Schustrich 3B, 2B, 2 R, RBI. JV Score: G-Men 19, Vikings 4 4/26/2013 - Garfield G-Men 9, Streetsboro Rockets...
Middlefield Summerfest was a Success
Middlefield - When one thinks of a Summerfest they think of blue skies, a balmy 80°, food, live entertainment and just good ole fun, and that was just what the committee for Middlefield Summerfest had in mind when they planned the event. Unfortunately, Mother Nature had other plans. Cloudy skies blanketed the area Saturday, along with on and off...
News From Garfield Schools
Garrettsville - The 2013-14 school year is now only weeks away and promises to be one filled with excitement and new opportunities. We should all be proud to be a part of this district. The James A. Garfield School district has a record of being one of the finest places to live, to work and to learn. It is...
A Friendly Reminder to all Residents
This year November 3rd is the date in which clocks are to be turned back for daylight saving time. With this comes the reminder to change the batteries in all smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in your home. The Garrettsville-Freedom-Nelson Joint Fire District keeps a stock of 9-Volt batteries on hand to give out free of charge to anyone in...
L-E-A-Ding the Way with Horse Therapy
Mantua - Frustrated? Anxious? Overwhelmed? Resentful? Restless? Confused? If so, it’s time for a change — a retreat from the everyday, surrounded by nature, so you can clarify the root of what’s nagging you, then identify the goals and objectives to help you chart a new course that will bring you lasting satisfaction. It’s time to bring in the horses. Yes,...
Area Eighth-Grade Students Invited to Apply to MEDCAMP
Portage County - Area eighth-grade students have the opportunity to experience life as health professions students during MEDCAMP, a three-day intensive immersion experience for eighth graders who have demonstrated achievement in science and an interest in a health professions career. Applicants are currently being sought to fill 50 openings for this year’s program, which will be held at Northeast Ohio...
Garrettsville – Hiram Rotary Report
Tom Collins reported on the progress –and success—of a local re-imagine and rebuild Garrettsville project focusing on the Headwaters Trail as a development focus for health and well-being as well as the local economy. The District (6630) and local clubs have chimed in for matching funds; plans are in the works!
Local Food Cupboard Returns to Downtown Garrettsville
Garrettsville - “Elvis has left the building — and he took the food with him!” This was Nelson Garrettsville Community Cupboard’s lighthearted Facebook post on July 1, 2015. It went on to say, ”All of us at NGCC want to extend heartfelt thanks to Middlefield Bank for the use of the old Tom C Toys and to Greg and...
Pinewood Derby Results
On January 30, 2016 Cub Scout Pack 4062 of Garrettsville held their annual Pinewood Derby at the James A Garfield Elementary School. With the help of their parents, Scouts shaped and decorated the cars to their own design. Cars were raced in a double-elimination tournament by den. Den champions then competed for Track Champion. One car was awarded Best...
“First Snow” Rocks Windham
Windham - Pleasant surprises come from all places. Mine started in the form a flyer in the Nelson town hall for the “First Snow” concert. I figured that if they weren’t that good, it was still only $6 and for a good cause. Then I found that low price sometimes is no indicator of quality. “First Snow” is a Trans-Siberian...
We All Scream for Ice Cream
As August starts and the beginning of school looms in the not too distant future, now is the perfect time to enjoy a hand-scooped ice cream of frozen custard treat. Who cares about the coming crazy schedule of back-to-school shopping, homework, and sports practices when you can drown your sorrows in a cup or cone of delicious frozen goodness...
Jumbo Screens Overtake G’ville Sports Bar
Garrettsville - The ‘jumbo’ at Slim & Jumbo’s now describes the two new video screens dominating the Main Street sports bar in Garrettsville. Dwarfing the TV monitors that still broadcast the game of the hour, these new screens give the happy hour crowd a larger-than-life viewing experience, seven days a week. Chris Cavalier of Cavalier Technologies LLC installed the new...
Hundreds Crowd Main Street to Cheer On G-Men
Garrettsville - Hundreds of Garfield G-Men fans and family members shut down Main Street in a fantastic show of support for the 2016 football team. (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s); if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src = "//connect.facebook.net/en_US/sdk.js#xfbml=1&version=v2.8"; fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs); }(document, 'script', 'facebook-jssdk')); We're proud to be in G-Men...
First Responders Honored at Appreciation Dinner
Newton Falls - Last Saturday evening the parking lot at Roby Lee’s Restaurant and Banquet Center was filled with dozens of vehicles driven by firefighters and policemen. Don’t worry, there was no emergency. Rather, firefighters, EMTs, friends and family members from the Newton Falls Joint Fire District gathered at the hometown eatery to commemorate another year serving Newton Falls,...
Mantua Township News
Mantua Twp. - At the last meeting, Trustee Victor Grimm shared that the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, which many localities have been recipients of, is being shifted to a two-year cycle instead of given annually. Mr. Grimm asked Fiscal Officer Jodie Thompson to make copies of that letter available to members of the Grants and Funding...
CITEC Adds Cyber Bullying Topic To Summer Training Schedule
Portage County - The topic of cyber bullying, its effects on students and ways to reduce it have been added to the summer school-based training focused on creating safe environments where children and teens in crisis are supported.The Crisis Intervention Team Education Collaboration (CITEC) training is scheduled for July 18-22, 2011, at the Streetsboro Police Department. Sponsored by the...
Leapin’ Lizards!
Aurora - Vibrant, brash and innately cheerful, ANNIE, the effervescent Broadway hit opens ACT’s 58th season on Oct. 27 for a record-setting 13 performance run. The show will be performed at 8 pm Fridays and Saturdays through Nov. 18, Dec. 1 and 2, plus at 3 pm Sundays Nov. 5, 12, and 19 at Aurora Community Theatre, 115 E....
Library Levy Campaign Meetings
Portage County District Library will host levy campaign meetings in the upcoming weeks. The Windham Library (located within the Renaissance Family Center) will host a meeting on Tuesday, September 27, beginning at 6:00 pm. Windham area residents interested in learning more about the Library’s levy, or those interested in helping out during the levy campaign, are encouraged to attend. There...
Reverse Raffle A Success
Going once…going twice…going—to five people?! That was the story of the big finish for the Rotary Reverse Raffle on November 1 at SugarBush Golf Club. The two thousand dollar jackpot finale went to five different ticket holders, each taking home four hundred dollars. Not bad for an evening out! It was an evening of good times, good...
MSFD Board News
Mantua - At their February meeting, the MSFD Board welcomed one full-time firefighter and three part-time firefighters. Full-time firefighter Jacob Bennett was sworn in by Fire Chief Matt Roosa, while Assistant Chief Chris Mullins officiated the swearing-in of part-time firefighters Tyler Hill, Timothy Kollman, and Matthew Thompson. In other news, the board accepted a letter of resignation from firefighter...
Hiram College Receives $6 Million Gift to Elevate its New Liberal Arts
Hiram – Hiram College Chairman of the Board of Trustees Dean Scarborough ’77 and his wife Janice Bini have donated a $6 million multi-year gift to advance Hiram College’s New Liberal Arts initiative. This largest single gift ever made to the College is designated to enhance Hiram students’ college experiences and secure a vibrant future for the institution. Scarborough...
Youth Bowling News
Drew Tushar had the top game in the 9:00 Trio League with a very nice 184. Drew also had the high series with 422. Teammates Isaac Trickett and Eric Schaefer were both over average all three games and tied for the most over average for the day. Eric rolled games of 76, 78, and 78, putting him 64 pins...
Downtown Ravenna Farmers Market Debuts May 17
Ravenna - There’s something fresh and new on Main Street this summer. The Downtown Ravenna Farmers Market opens under the green and white tent starting Thursday, May 17 in the City Parking Lot at the corner of Cedar and Meridian streets. The farmers market will be open every Thursday from 2 to 6 p.m. through summer and fall until...
Adult Basic & Literacy Education Adults Recognized at GED Ceremony
Ravenna - The Adult Basic and Literacy Education Program at Maplewood Career Center recognized GED graduates on Thursday, June 7th at 7 p.m. The adult GED graduates held their heads high with smiles as they entered the room and the ceremony in their honor began. Doris Schoning, the Adult Basic and Literacy Education Coordinator and Portage County Literacy Coalition...
Portage County Emergency Management and Commissioners Urge Residents To Prepare For Disasters During National Preparedness Month
“Disasters Happen. Prepare Now. Learn How.” is the theme of this year’s National Preparedness Month sponsored by FEMA and Ready.gov during September. The objective of National Preparedness Month is to increase whole community preparedness. It is a great time for families, business owners and communities to take specific steps to ready themselves for emergencies, said Ryan Shackelford, director of the...
Center Is Open To All Area Seniors
Ravenna - The Portage County Senior Center is open to all Portage County Seniors aged 60 and up and offers an array of fun and educational events. On any given day, you can enjoy Tai Chi, chair exercise classes, Wii Bowling, Corn Hole, Chair Massage, and of course Bingo. Seniors from all points of Portage County come together to...
Mantua-Shalersville Chamber Chatter
The Mantua-Shalersville Area Chamber of Commerce met on September 19. After introductions, member groups and organizations made general announcements. Edie Benner, President of the Downtown Mantua Revitalization Corporation (DMRC), announced that the DMRC has received a grant for streetscape improvements to the south end of the Village. The DMRC will be working with Crestwood students and community members on...
Ravenna Lions – Celebrating 60 years of service
Ravenna - The Ravenna Lions will be celebrating 60 years of serving the Ravenna Community on Friday, June 28th at the Ravenna Elks Club, 776 N. Freedom Ave. Social hour starts at 6:00 pm, and dinner will be served at 7:00 PM. The buffet dinner consists of; Sliced Roast Beef au jus, Pretzel covered chicken, roasted red skinned potatoes, Steamed...
