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Garfield G-Men football hammers Newton Falls, sets up deciding game for MVAC Grey Tier title

After taking a few steps backwards in week seven despite beating Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier rival Liberty, the Garfield G-Men course-corrected their trajectory. The G-Men remained undefeated in Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier play by dominating conference foe Newton Falls 40-0 last Friday evening at JAG...

Windham football crushes Vanlue in shutout victory, eyes conference title

As the Windham Bombers’ football team enters week nine of the regular season, everything is at stake. Windham continued its season of revenge when it thumped Vanlue 48-0 to remain perfect last Saturday evening at Hinkle Field in Hancock County. “That is something that we mentioned last night to the...

Short but Sweet: Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Prepares for Events and Celebrates Successes

The October 14, 2024 meeting of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary was short and sweet. Business covered included continued planning for the rapidly-approaching Reverse Raffle, including forms and assignments for sponsor recruitment, invitation lists and tickets–contacts are all! The next Rotary social at The Mill will be on October 29; invitation...

20th Century Club Kicks Off New Season

The Twentieth Century Club of Garrettsville met on October 3, 2024 at the home of Jane Hill, who was assisted in hostessing by Linda Fitt and Connie Pesecky. Roll call was answered by noting one’s favorite walking trail; winter residences, the Headwaters Trail, Lake Erie Bluffs, the Hiram Bio...

Survivors of Suicide Loss Day

The Suicide Prevention Coalition of Portage County is hosting the International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day event on Saturday, November 23, 2024 from 1-3pm at 3922 Lovers Lane in Ravenna.  International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is an event in which survivors of suicide loss come together to find connection,...

Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society   

The Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will meet on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at the Portage County Historical Society, 6549 N. Chestnut St in Ravenna Ohio at 10:00 a.m.   Wayne Enders, Portage County historian, will present a computer slide program on the History of Ravenna Before...

Geauga County

Berkshire volleyball cruises past Beachwood, earns outright CVC Valley Division title

For the first time since the 2017 season, the Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division title will belong outright to Berkshire. The Badgers dominated CVC Valley Division rival Beachwood in a 25-11, 25-12, 25-8 to capture sole possession of the conference banner last Thursday evening at Beachwood High School. “I was...

Don’t Lose Your Head Over Six, The Musical!

Divorced, Beheaded, Died. Divorced, Beheaded, Survived. Curtain 440 presents Six -The Musical. Teen Edition, directed by Angela Miloro-Hansen. The six queens of King Henry the 8th tell their stories in a high-powered musical, concert style. They remix history with girl power and stunning voices This incrcdible cast is comprised of...

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Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays LOVE 101 by author Peter McWilliams   “To love oneself is the beginning of a life long romance.” Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr...

Crestwood football wears down Cardinal for first conference victory

It was long overdue for the Crestwood Red Devils’ football team to record its  first Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division victory of the season. The Red Devils celebrated homecoming weekend by beating conference foe Cardinal 58-26 last Friday evening at Jack Lambert Stadium in Mantua. “It means a lot,” said...

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Craft Show Vendors Wanted Call Today Craft Show Vendors are wanted for a show on Nov 8 from 4:30-9 and Nov 9th 9 - 3:00 at the Ravenna Elks Club 776 North Freedom Street Ravenna. Contact 330.697.8863 for an application. Cost is $55 and covers both days. Farmington Senior Center Breakfasts Mondays The Senior...

Berkshire football three-peats as Kinsman Cup champions against Cardinal

The rivalry of Kinsman Road is beginning to lean heavily in the Berkshire Badgers football team’s favor. The Badgers secured the Kinsman Cup for the third straight season when they dominated Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division foe and Geauga County rival Cardinal 49-6 last Friday evening at Richard A....

Trumbull County

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Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays LOVE 101 by author Peter McWilliams   “To love oneself is the beginning of a life long romance.” Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr...

We’re All Invited

Craft Show Vendors Wanted Call Today Craft Show Vendors are wanted for a show on Nov 8 from 4:30-9 and Nov 9th 9 - 3:00 at the Ravenna Elks Club 776 North Freedom Street Ravenna. Contact 330.697.8863 for an application. Cost is $55 and covers both days. Farmington Senior Center Breakfasts Mondays The Senior...

Trumbull Art Gallery’s next show features ceramic work produced in the Clay@Tag Studio

The work of 55 experienced and emerging clay artists will be featured in a non-juried exhibition opening Saturday, September 28 at the Trumbull Art Gallery. Titled the Clay Invitational: “Our Clay Journey”, the six-week exhibit will showcase work produced during Clay@TAG Workshops, Classes and Open Studios since July 2021 to...

Exciting “ThinkFast” Assembly Coming toNewton Falls High School

Newton Falls High School is thrilled to announce an upcoming high-energy assembly in collaboration with Shannan Jursa of State Farm Insurance in Garrettsville and our S.A.D.D. group (Students against Destructive Decisions). This innovative event, called “ThinkFast Interactive,” promises to be an unforgettable experience for our students. The event will be...

Enjoy a night of music in the Falls

If you’re looking for a night of live music, delicious treats, and a great time with family and friends, then mark your calendars for the upcoming Music in the Alley event presented by the Broken Leaf Cafe! Join us on Friday, October 4th, from 6:00-9:00 PM at 42 W....

We’re All Invited

Craft Show Vendors Wanted Call Today Craft Show Vendors are wanted for a show on Nov 8 from 4:30-9 and Nov 9th 9 - 3:00 at the Ravenna Elks Club 776 North Freedom Street Ravenna. Contact 330.697.8863 for an application. Cost is $55 and covers both days. Farmington Senior Center Breakfasts Mondays The Senior...
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Garfield G-Men football hammers Newton Falls, sets up deciding game for MVAC Grey Tier title

After taking a few steps backwards in week seven despite beating Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier rival Liberty, the Garfield G-Men course-corrected their trajectory. The G-Men remained undefeated in Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier play by dominating conference foe Newton Falls 40-0 last Friday evening at JAG...

Berkshire volleyball cruises past Beachwood, earns outright CVC Valley Division title

For the first time since the 2017 season, the Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division title will belong outright to Berkshire. The Badgers dominated CVC Valley Division rival Beachwood in a 25-11, 25-12, 25-8 to capture sole possession of the conference banner last Thursday evening at Beachwood High School. “I was...

Windham football crushes Vanlue in shutout victory, eyes conference title

As the Windham Bombers’ football team enters week nine of the regular season, everything is at stake. Windham continued its season of revenge when it thumped Vanlue 48-0 to remain perfect last Saturday evening at Hinkle Field in Hancock County. “That is something that we mentioned last night to the...

Garfield G-Men football pulls out close victory against Liberty

As stressful as it has been seeing his team play in some closely contested games this year, Garfield G-Men football Coach Mike Moser acknowledged that his squad is becoming adept at finishing those types of games. The G-Men remained undefeated in Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier play when...

Rocket girls soccer books return to MAC championship by shutting out Falcons

Since the inception of the Metro Athletic Conference tournament, the Streetsboro Rockets girls’ soccer team has always played in some high-pressure matches. Streetsboro secured its third appearance in the MAC title match when it shut out Field 1-0 last Thursday night at Rocket Stadium’s Quinn Field. “The girls earned it...

Garfield G-Men volleyball swept by Crestview, yield MVAC Grey Tier title

After a lackluster season in the Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier last season when they finished fourth in the conference, the Garfield G-Men girls’ volleyball team proved that it is still a force to be reckoned with.  But the G-Men will once again have to settle for a...

Crestwood football wears down Cardinal for first conference victory

It was long overdue for the Crestwood Red Devils’ football team to record its  first Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division victory of the season. The Red Devils celebrated homecoming weekend by beating conference foe Cardinal 58-26 last Friday evening at Jack Lambert Stadium in Mantua. “It means a lot,” said...

Rocket girls soccer snatches victory in final minute against Greenmen

It seems any time the Streetsboro Rockets girls’ and the Aurora Greenmen girls’ soccer teams face off, it is nothing short of exciting. That was the case when the Rockets struck gold in the final minute of play to triumph against their Portage County rival 3-2 last Saturday evening...

Berkshire football three-peats as Kinsman Cup champions against Cardinal

The rivalry of Kinsman Road is beginning to lean heavily in the Berkshire Badgers football team’s favor. The Badgers secured the Kinsman Cup for the third straight season when they dominated Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division foe and Geauga County rival Cardinal 49-6 last Friday evening at Richard A....

Garfield G-Men football rolls to victory against Southeast

Chalk another Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference victory off of the list for the Garfield G-Men football team. Garfield dominated MVAC Grey Tier and Portage County rival Southeast 42-7 to stay undefeated in league play last Friday evening at Freedom Field in Palmyra Township. “It was a good game,” said Coach...

Columns & Editorials

Part II – Surgery and Radiology

Hello Dear Readers, as you know this is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  Last week I shared my (heavily edited) diary of the events leading up to my diagnosis and treatment plan.  This time I will take you through much of my surgery, what I remember, and the weeks following. ...

Part I – The Day My Life Changed: Diagnosis

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Trust me, I am aware. This month will see fundraiser benefits, reminders and everything in the world turning Pink. I would like to share my Unwelcome Journey with you.  Though I was diagnosed and treated in 2023, my care continues. My goal is...

Wreathes Across America

Veteran’s Day is November 11, the day America honors those who serve, or have served at some point.  Parades, special programs at schools, graveside ceremonies...all intended to honor and thank those who protect our freedoms.  But their time, dedication and sacrifices aren’t limited to a single day, and many...

Be Careful!

As in, “Be careful what you ask for, you may get it.” Having passed the astronomical beginning of Fall (the Autumnal Equinox, September 22)( interesting note from the OFA–”As the wind and weather at the equinoxes, so will they be for the next 3 months”...think about that.)with a continued appearance...

Resurgence or Languishing

Are we on the brink of being put out to pasture? Or rather, are we entering into the most significant period of resurgence we’ve ever experienced? Who do we applaud? Do we admire those who hang up their careers and live for that 2 P.M. daily nap or those...

Coming… Going… Gone!

Our local United Methodist churches–Garrettsville, Nelson, Windham– are joining up on September 29 for a joint potluck dinner/brunch following a combined worship service at 10:00 a.m. in the Garrettsville sanctuary. Everyone (with a dish) is invited; plates, napkins, tableware, beverages will be provided; there’ll be cake too. How can...

JAG Students shine at Champions Day at Crestwood

On Friday, September 20, Mrs. Schweickert and her classroom aides took JAG students to Crestwood High School for Champions Day, where they joined students from 10 Portage County schools for a day full of athletic fun. Crestwood students ran the events, creating an environment of excitement, smiles, laughter, and...

We’re All Invited

Craft Show Vendors Wanted Call Today Craft Show Vendors are wanted for a show on Nov 8 from 4:30-9 and Nov 9th 9 - 3:00 at the Ravenna Elks Club 776 North Freedom Street Ravenna. Contact 330.697.8863 for an application. Cost is $55 and covers both days. Farmington Senior Center Breakfasts Mondays The Senior...

Shine on !

Does it seem that we’ve had more than our share of “moon events” lately?There was the total solar eclipse back on April 8 (Still finding eclipse glasses around the house are we?), where the moon passed in front of the sun and just left us slightly in the dark,...

Instead of Red or Blue, Why Not Purple?

As the election signs pop up in yards in local communities around the nation, the election season begins to heat up. Instead of focusing on whether preferred candidates are red or blue, one local faith community is choosing to direct their attention on where the two groups intersect. They...