Daniel Sherriff
Daniel is the staff community/sports reporter for The Weekly Villager. He attended the Scripps School of Journalism and had the pleasure of working as the beat writer for the Akron Rubber Ducks over several summers for an independent baseball outlet known as Indians Baseball Insider.
Windham grad Chad Kiser joins the 300-coaching victory club with LaBrae
LaBrae boys’ basketball Coach Chad Kiser knows firsthand what it feels like to be a part of a small program but still get the job done. He now joins an elite club of high school coaches, having reached his 300th career coaching victory this past season when the Vikings...
A Perfect Day: Opening of the Dorothy and Corbett Walker Memorial...
Pretty darned great day all through, if I do say so myself. July 20, 2024 saw the ribbon-cutting for the opening of the Dorothy and Corbett Walker Memorial Bike & Hike Trail, connecting Findley State Park (on St. Rte. 58) and the Wellington Reservation of the Lorain County Metroparks...
Ravenna Nutrition rebranded to Ravenna Sip and Social
Sometimes a change is needed. That is what Ravenna Sip and Social co-owner and Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce Board Member Rich Wolford did with his store, previously called Ravenna Nutrition, and launched a rebrand in late June to transform his health food store to appeal to a broader...
Garfield junior Conner Hunt basks in aftermath of Move United Hartford...
Garfield rising junior Conner Hunt had already proven himself at the state level as a tough competitor in the seated track events but now has made his mark at the national level. Hunt won the 100-meter seated dash at the Move United Hartford Nationals in Alabama by setting a...
Garrettsville to host inaugural Sip ‘n’ Shop crafter & wine event...
It’s that time of year where outdoor lovers will find any excuse to be outside. Garrettsville is giving those people a reason to get outside by hosting its first annual Sip ‘n’ Shop on Main on July 27 beginning at noon.
“I feel like this would be something wonderful for...
Nelson Garrettsville Community Cupboard continues lending a helping hand
Nelson, Garrettsville and Freedom may not have large populations but there has never been a shortage of community support. The communities have demonstrated that with the growing outreach of the Nelson Garrettsville Community Cupboard, a community non-profit food pantry that is in its 10th year.
“It has been critical,” James...
Former Windham Coach Michael Chaffee ready to howl with Huskies volleyball
Even early in his retirement, former Windham Bombers’ volleyball Coach Michael Chaffee is not content with just taking long walks or playing pickleball. He is a teacher at his core and is eager to get back to his roots, having been announced as Cardinal’s new volleyball coach in April.
“It’s...
Windham awaits the return of Fun in the Sun
More than 20 years ago, Windham residents had the Fun in the Sun festival to look forward to each year before it was discontinued. Thanks to the work of Windham’s City Council, residents will experience a blast from the past when the event returns this summer on Saturday at...
Crestwood senior Josh Delaney embarks on global trip as Global Experience...
To this point of his life, the majority of Crestwood Red Devils’ Josh Delaney’s traveling experience has been taking vacations on the west coast. He will broaden his horizons by spending the month of July traveling across Europe as Crestwood’s first Global Experience Grant winner.
“It means the world to...
Hiram athletics preparing to add three new sports for 2025-26 school...
Hiram College’s pending move to the President’s Athletic Conference for the 2025-26 school year will also see significant changes in the its athletic program. The Terriers will be adding three new sports when they join the PAC in women’s lacrosse, women’s bowling and men’s ice hockey.
“We are growing at...
Ravenna alum Ben Ribelin appointed as interim Superintendent
For as long Ravenna graduate Ben Ribelin has worked in the education system, he has served his alma mater with pride. He will carry more responsibility after having been named the interim superintendent by the Board of Education in a special meeting on July 1.
“As a former student and...
Jacob McPherson qualifies for Monster EnergyAMA Championship
At the age of 15, sophomore Jacob McPherson is already living life in the fast lane. The Ravenna sophomore will prepare for the biggest motocross race of his life after qualifying for the 43rd annual Monster Energy Amateur National Motocross Championship, which takes place from July 29 through Aug....
Dave Albert brings wealth of experience as new Badger girls basketball...
Dave Albert has had many opportunities to become a high school basketball coach in his career but has chosen to not accept just any job. He has prioritized looking for the right one and he found his perfect match when he agreed to become the Berkshire Badgers girls’ basketball...
McKennah Metzger hurls her way to Coastal Carolina University
Softball or volleyball?
That was the choice Aurora graduate McKennah Metzger faced at the end of her freshman year, determining which sport she needed to focus on to take her athletic career to the collegiate level. Her intuition to focus on softball paid off as she will compete at Coastal...
Hopperton brothers reunite at Kent State University
Being on the field at the same time in 2021 was a dream come true for Streetsboro Rockets’ graduates Hunter and Preston Hopperton. They enjoyed it so much that they are giving it another go with Preston having committed to play football at Kent State University and Hunter transferring...
Windham Township Board of Trustees appoints members to the Portage Foundation...
When the Windham Township Board of Trustees convened last Wednesday evening at Windham’s Town Hall, Portage County Emergency Management Director Ryan Shackelford asked the board to name a trustee to the recently founded Portage Foundation Donation Coordination Team to help develop a rubric on how to distribute relief funds...
Brian Coman flocks home as new Ravenshead football coach
Coach Brian Coman was unsure if he would ever get a chance to be a head high school football coach despite having been an assistant coach for 26 years. His time has finally come, as he was named Ravenna’s new football coach on June 7.
“It means a lot and...
Cruisin’ into Garrettsville: Celebrating 36 Years of Classic Cars
When it comes to enjoying the summer, there are very few things that Garrettsville residents enjoy more than taking in the Garrettsville Cruise Night car shows. Although two shows have already been held, there are still three more to look forward to, with the third one taking place on...
James A. Garfield Historical Society ready to open time capsule
It was 100 years ago when the Garrettsville Women’s Study Group planted a time capsule at the base of the monument in front of the old Opera House. The time has come to open that time capsule and the James A. Garfield Historical Society will hold a ceremony on...
Crestwood grad J.P. Wrobel ready to grapple with fire
Crestwood Red Devils’ graduate J.P. Wrobel is used to being in high-pressure situations throughout his four years as a varsity wrestler. The winningest wrestler in school history may have retired his singlet, but he will continue putting it all on the line as he prepares to begin his training...
Hiram College graduate Grace Wilson rises to first assistant with Youngstown...
Hiram College graduate Grace Wilson aspires to become the head coach of a college volleyball program one day and is getting closer to reaching her goal. The 2017 Terriers’ alum is now coaching for a Division I program, having been named as the first assistant coach for Youngstown State...
The Wiener Guy food truck becomes Portage County staple
In the summer of 2020, Ravenna resident Cory Rabatin only had a hot dog cart, two tables and a tent to promote his new food business, The Wiener Guy. Four years later, The Wiener Guy has become one of the most sought-after food trucks in Portage County.
“I get told...
Berkshire alum Lucas Stoddard captures gold medal at U23 Pan-American Championships
Since wrestling at the collegiate level, Berkshire Badgers’ graduate Lucas Stoddard has learned a few things. One of the most important things he has learned is to trust his instincts. It has been a lesson well-learned, highlighted by the 125-kilogram Army freshman going 4-0 to capture first place as...
Hiram College welcomes transfer class consisting of former Notre Dame College...
When Notre Dame College announced on March 4 it was closing its doors after the spring semester, Hiram College was one of several universities that offered spots for the student transfers. As Hiram prepares for the 2024-25 school year, its incoming transfer class will be dominated by former Notre...
Cardinal approved to join Northeastern Athletic Conference next year
The Cardinal Huskies will be giving it everything they have to win as many Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division championships as they can this year. As of June 13, Cardinal was unanimously approved to join the Northeastern Athletic Conference by the principals and athletic directors for the 2025-26 season,...
Yoder Brothers Foundation will host fifth annual reverse raffle
Although it has been around for over 20 years, the Yoder Brothers Foundation is still creating new events to bring to Geauga County. The Foundation will host its fifth annual reverse raffle fundraiser at the E.O.U.V. event venue in Newbury on July 12 beginning at 6 p.m.
“The Foundation has...
Summerfest kicks off timewarp weekend this Friday
When Garrettsville’s Summerfest first took place in 2005, organizer Aaron King acknowledged it was hard to generate interest. Now, whenever the event rolls around each summer, availability quickly fills up and it appears this will be another packed house when the annual summer festival begins this weekend.
“We have two...
Portage County Amateur Radio Service club holds annual Field Day
Even in a new age of technology, amateur radio service continues evolving to stay current. The age of amateur radio remains popular when the Portage County Amateur Radio Service club, an organization of amateur radio hobbyists, hosted its annual Field Day last Saturday afternoon at Freedom Township Community Park.
“We...
Windham honors longtime basketball CoachMarty Hill by naming street in his...
The date of June 17 now carries a special meaning in the hearts of Windham residents. Mayor Lawrence “Mac” Cunningham honored longtime Bombers boys’ basketball Coach Marty Hill by naming a part of Bauer Avenue Marty Hill Drive in a private ceremony last Monday at Windham High School.
“It was...
Steven Dillow
Steven Dillow, age 66, of Garrettsville, Ohio, passed away peacefully early Sunday morning, June 23, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving wife and family members. Steve was a dedicated ironworker, and belonged to the Iron Workers Local 17 of Cleveland. Steve worked as an ironworker for 30 years...
