Heather Scarlett

Ravenna - The best way I can describe what it is like walking into Downtown Betty’s Salon/Roots and Wings Boutique and seeing the smiles of the shop owners is like Christmas morning or having a great slice of peach pie. A feeling of warmth washes over you as you’re...

Ravenna - Love is in the air and there is plenty of sugar to spare to kick off the month of February. If your heart’s desire is to give gifts to those special to you while supporting a good cause, then Leeda Northeast Inc. has your sweet tooth covered. Themed...

Ravenna - Many of my fondest childhood memories are from time spent at Reed Memorial Library -  experiencing new worlds through literature and having my beloved librarians, Esther Cross and Louise Starling help me find books on everything from my favorite American Girl Samantha to the hound-dog children’s mystery...

Ravenna - It’s a horse of course. Or is it a course with a horse? Every girl dreams of having her own pony to ride, to spend time with and share a friendship. Karen Downie, owner of Equi-Steps an equine assisted learning program, is the epitome of that wide-eyed little...

If we all give a little, we can all gain a lot. Whether it's to help feed the less fortunate or to put a warm jacket on child it gives a sense of accomplishment to our community to know our business owners find ways to help support local non-profits....

Ravenna - Have you ever awed at Claude Monet’s Water Lilies? Or wondered at the emotional turmoil behind Pablo Picasso’s blue period paintings?     Art is meant to invoke the human spirit. In the tattoo industry artists have the unique opportunity to connect one-on-one with their medium the...

Ravenna - What was once old has reemerged as new again because Ravenna merchants have joined together to expand Thanksgiving festivities into a new event the Welcome Home Week: Ravenna Holiday Celebration. Formerly, known as Midnight Madness and only being the night of Black Friday, the new plan is...

Ravenna - Concrete, steel, party favors, an ice sculpture, balloons and stylish black, silver and red table settings all came together on Wednesday, September 18th at Allen Aircraft’s ribbon cutting for their new building. If you are from the area, then you should be familiar with Allen Aircraft’s reputation...

Ravenna - Woody from Toy Story, pieces of Candy Corn with legs, Iron Man, Dinosaurs and Elves all roamed the streets of Ravenna looking for treats. They braved all the tricks of wind and rain that Mother Nature blew our direction. Jumping spiders, flying spirits and evil clowns lurked...

Ravenna - What a day of community representation is being planned for you to come out and experience all Ravenna on the Rise has to offer! So much festive Fall fun will be on Saturday, October 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Annual Ravenna On Display....

Portage County - What do a Monarch chrysalis, New England Purple Aster wildflowers, and Woolly Bear caterpillars all have in common? Stop scratching your head tryin’ to figure it out! You know I’m going to tell you! They are found in the great outdoors where you can go for...

Ravenna - “Red Red wine, you make me feel so fine. You keep me rockin’ all of the time!” And, oh man, is the Wade family of West Main Street Winery rockin’ and hoppin’ because their juicy business has burst onto the scene!  Jim, DeAnne and A.J. Wade have brought...

Ravenna - A crafty little smile crossed the face of Jill Wolford as she expertly handled the 700-degree soldering iron and melted lead in front of her. She applied the lead to oddly-shaped, orange foil-wrapped pieces of glass which would eventually morph into a jack-o’-lantern fit for the upcoming...

Ravenna - How many golfers does it take to change a light bulb? Fore!  What is a golfer’s favorite letter? Tee! Why did the golfer have an extra pair of socks? In case he got a hole-in-one! Now that I have thoroughly introduced you to the ‘Lingo 101’ let me educate you...

Ravenna - Why did the Flamingo cross the road? To show off her tattoos of course! That is exactly what Julie Semock, Master Piercer for War Horse Ink, did to display what she calls her “artwork collection” during Saturday’s Fashion Tattoo Show on N. Chestnut St in Ravenna. On...

Ravenna - Whether you get artistic expression from a Monet or a Picasso piece of art in a museum, from a 1980’s MTV music video, or from a picture you have drawn yourself and had tattooed on your upper right arm -- you are an artist! You have...

Ravenna - When Mike Boyd was just a boy he loved his iconic little red wagon and still does to this day. He and his wife, Ginger, have used it as a logo to represent their unique furniture shop, Reincarnation America. They have kept with tradition and continued to...

Ravenna - Are you looking for cost-efficient pricing, a present for a loved one or a treat for yourself? Then Brittany’s Bargains is the place to shop! Inspiration for this awesome new storefront came out of a ‘if not now than when’ idea from Brittany Nutter, the owner of...

Ravenna - Come one! Come all for the greatest show around! And then be our guest and put our hospitality to the test! Ravenna is hosting the 2nd Annual Taste of Ravenna for the community to experience and learn what our city has to offer. Whether it be a...

Are you ready to relive the 1980s? The time of skinny ties, big framed glasses and huge shoulder pads! Get those finger-less gloves and leg warmers ready people because it’s time to party! Let’s Dance! This second annual dance party has so much to offer those who have tickets....

Ravenna - On the evening of Wednesday, May 22, 2019 about 120 family members, teachers and friends gathered to see some of Ravenna’s brightest rising stars be awarded scholarships from many local area organizations. This included three awards given by the Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce which was a...

Ravenna - It all started in Florida when Monika Mailach and Mike DelCiello were set up by a mutual acquaintance who thought they would make a great pair. Monika was born in Wiesbaden, Germany in the province of Hesse, so it goes without saying this lovely lady has German...

Ravenna - Have you ever tried blowing your nose with a hundred other people? Nope, would likely be your answer. But, if you are Lauren Hellekson, owner of Ravenna’s newest yoga studio, her answer would be yes! Because that is essentially what she did each morning in Rishikesh, India...

Ravenna - Veteran. Proud Patriot. Family man. Businessman. These are all the titles that newest  Ravenna merchant, Clint Marsh, falls under. On Saturday, March 30th War Horse Ink had the ribbon cutting at its second location with about 40 citizens in attendance. Straight out of high school Marsh joined the...

Ravenna - If you are taking a stroll in downtown Ravenna keep your eyes peeled for the newest addition to Honorary Way. In recognition for his outstanding community service and citizenship Don Everett was awarded a walkway named after him in front of the Portage County Courthouse at the...