Portage County
Sports
Windham football bracing for new start in Northern 8 Conference
The Windham Bombers’ football team is looking forward to a fresh start as they prepare to play in a new conference. The Bombers will begin play in the Northern 8 Conference this season, which features eight-on-eight football.
“The kids are excited.,” said Coach Jake Eye. “Coaches are excited. It is...
Garrettsville
G-H Rotary Report
The August 3, 2026 meeting of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary went “back to the basics” , covering the range of group interests and activities, to wit:
• Tickets to the Rotary Night ball game with the Cleveland Guardians
• Financials–party expenses, International dues, etc.
• Upcoming Reverse Raffle–sponsor lists, income, charges, district interest,...
News
Windham Implements Safety Town Program
Windham’s Katherine Thomas Elementary School was the site of a week-long Safety Town program last week, providing young kids with the opportunity for hands-on learning opportunities on how to stay safe at home, at school, around water, animals, and in emergency situations.
The program was held with assistance from Crestwood...
Garrettsville
Forrest Victor Potter
Forrest Victor Potter, 94, of Stow, Ohio, passed away on June 30, 2026, at Reserve Care, formerly known as Hospice of Medina County. Born March 16, 1932, in Nelson, Ohio, he was the son of the late Enery and Florence Potter, and brother of the late Judy Gribble, Bill...
Garrettsville
John A. Barnett
John A. Barnett, 91, of Garrettsville, Ohio passed away on July 30th, 2026 at Aurora Manor. He was born in Winslow, PA to the late Harry Barnett and Florence Strawcutter.
John married the love of his life, Doris, on June 12th, 1954, with whom he would spend more than 60...
Obituaries
William M. Sponaugle
William M. Sponaugle, 88, of Windham, Ohio passed away on July 24th, 2026 at UH Portage Medical Center surrounded by family and friends. He was born in Exchange, WV to the late Arthur Sponaugle and Margaret Singleton.
William worked for Polson Rubber for 20 years and retired from Schwebel’s in...
Geauga County
Burton
Geauga SWCD’s Fall Fish Sale Is Making A Splash!
The Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District is taking orders for our annual Fall Fish Sale. Whether you are stocking a new pond or replenishing an existing one, we are currently taking orders for fingerling-size largemouth bass, channel catfish, bluegill/sunfish mix, fathead minnows, redear “shellcracker” sunfish, perch, and white...
Chesterland
Adult Day Services Available
Are you caring for a Geauga County Senior who has beginning stages of dementia? Are you feeling overwhelmed by the daily responsibilities and could use a break?
If so, then call the Department on Aging’s Adult Day Service (ADS) Program. The Adult Day Service staff can care for your...
Geauga County
Archery For Everyone
If you're looking for a new way to get outside and enjoy the warmer weather while it lasts, look no further than archery! Join us at Chickagami Park this August and September for opportunities geared toward children and adults who are just starting out, as well as those looking...
Burton
Burton Public Library Art Show 2026 Call For Entries
Burton Public Library is looking for entries for the 2026 Art Show to be held October 5 - 10 at the Burton Public Library, 14588 West Park Street, Burton, OH.
ENTRY NIGHTS: Sept 18 Fri 9 am - 4:45 pm, Sept 19 Sat 10 am - 1:45 pm
JUDGES: Christopher Ryan...
Chesterland
We’re All Invited
Book Review At The YMCA
1st & 3rd Mondays
Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA,...
Burton
Burton Public Library Movie Festival
This fall, Burton Public Library will be holding its bi-annual "BPL Movie Festival". They are opening submissions up to anyone in Geauga County. If you live in Geauga County and have made a movie or video 10 minutes or less, you may enter your piece. This is an opportunity...
Trumbull County
Chesterland
We’re All Invited
Book Review At The YMCA
1st & 3rd Mondays
Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA,...
Cortland
We’re All Invited
Book Review At The YMCA
1st & 3rd Mondays
Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA,...
Cortland
We’re All Invited
Book Review At The YMCA
1st & 3rd Mondays
Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA,...
Cortland
We’re All Invited
Book Review At The YMCA
1st & 3rd Mondays
Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA,...
News
Final Clue Leads to Treasure Hunt End
It started this winter with a man at home with his family one evening, scrolling. He came across a tik-tok video about a million-dollar treasure. He sat up and said, “I can do that!” His wife said, “What are you thinking?!” It turned into the biggest thing that hit...
Garrettsville
Garfield assistant football Coach Michael Finney to resurrect Newton Falls’ wrestling program
Garfield G-Men offensive line/special teams coordinator Michael Finney wanted to return to coaching high school wrestling after taking a year off from the sport and found his opportunity would come close to home, be becoming the new Newton Falls’ wrestling coach.
“I am very excited,” said Finney, “That’s what I...
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