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Columbus – The Ohio Department of Public Safety’s Motorcycle Ohio Rider Education Program registration begins Tuesday, Feb. 19. Those wanting to learn how to ride a motorcycle or refresh their motorcycle safety skills may register at www.motorcycle.ohio.gov for one of the courses scheduled throughout the state from April through...

Burton – The Geauga County Historical Society’s Century Village Museum has announced plans to step back to 1941 for an event to honor the area’s World War II military veterans and those who supported the war effort at home. The event, Remembering Our World War II Veterans, will commemorate the...

Parent Teacher Conferences for James A. Garfield High School are schedule for February 27th from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.  If you are interested in scheduling appointments with your child’s teachers, please call Mrs. Fisher @ 330-527-4341.

Kindergarten registration of students will take place on February 21 and 28 during the following times: 9:30 - 11:30 am; 1 - 2:30 pm and 5-7 pm at the Crestwood Primary building. Children must be five years old on or before August 1, 2013 to be eligible to attend...

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...

Hiram - The Hiram Police Department is proud to announce the acquisition of a $2,437.20 grant award from the Ohio Department of Public Safety Justice Assistance Law Enforcement Grant. The grant will be directed toward the purchase of new portable communication radio units.  “The JAG LE grant award will be...

Even the most motivated and upbeat positive thinkers are susceptible to winter WOEs. WOE is an acronym for “What On Earth” is happening.  It’s what you say when you take on the role of helpless victim.  It’s also what you say on a dark winter day when the blues...

The 2013 Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) seminars will take place in Alliance, OH at the University of Mount Union, May 31 to June 2, 2013. HOBY provides a program that gives high school sophomores an opportunity to interact with leaders in business, education, media, government, and volunteerism over...

Bring birds into your life to make every day a Happy Bird Day by joining Geauga Park District Naturalist John Kolar, Senior Naturalist Dan Best, and Helen Hempal, owner of For the Birds, Wildlife and More in Chardon, on Saturday, February 16, from 1 to 4 p.m. at The...

Portage County District Library is partnering with Connect Ohio to offer free computer training to Portage County residents. The computer classes will provide basic Internet training such as computer basics, an introduction to the Internet and email basics. Computer classes will be held at the Garrettsville Library February 9...

Newton Twp. - The Newton Township Cemetery Association held its first meeting for 2013 on January 17, 2013, at the Township Administration Building on Arlington Road in Newton Falls. Business was discussed and reports were given on the financial statements. The NTCA had participated in many local events in town...

The Scottish American Society will be gathering on Sunday, February 10th, 2013, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM at the meeting room level of the Main Library, Akron-Summit County Public Library system, 60 S. High Street, in Akron. Free parking is immediately adjacent to the building in the parking garage....

Hugh Earnhart,former Lincoln portrayer, prepares for his talk on Lincoln's birthday to Trumbull retired educators. The  Trumbull Retired Teachers association will meet  February 12 for a noon luncheon at Ciminero’s Banquet Centre, 123 N. Main St, Niles. Hugh Earnhart will be the featured speaker and his topic will be ...

Contemplative Service Weds Evenings The entire community is invited to attend a Contemplative Service on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 PM. The half hour consists of music, silence, and prayer, with Scripture readings and Open Communion for those who wish to partake. It provides a mid-week time for peaceful meditation and reflection....

During their first meeting of 2013, the Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District’s (SWCD) Board of Supervisors selected officers for the year.  Serving as volunteers, the five-member Board of Supervisors sets the direction for the District staff and makes important conservation decisions for the community.  Board members are elected...

Windham - Windham Library wishes to congratulate all of our lucky winners during the holiday season.  Adult winners included Cliff Barker, winner of the holiday basket, and Tina Cottrell who scooped up a Christmas tree filled with M & M’s.   Windham Library was happy to present new backpacks...

Mantua - The Mantua Youth Varsity Wrestling team placed 3rd out of 8 teams at the 8th annual Southeast Pirate Invitational in December, only missing 2nd place by 11 ½ points. Head Coach Mike Picone said “the competition was really tough and I am so proud of how our...

Everybody gets the blues sometimes—but depression is very different from the blues. About 18.8 million Americans experience depressive disorders that affect how they sleep, eat, feel about themselves, and live their lives. Depression has physical and emotional symptoms and cannot be wished away; people with depression can’t just “pull...

The PeeWees were on fire last week.  It isn’t very often that the bumper bowlers have a 200 series, but three of them did it last week.  Kenny Stoots started out with a 135 game; he added a 98 for a nice 233 series.  Brooklyn Horner shot games of...

Garrettsville - The Garrettsville Eagles Club wants to thank the merchants of the Village for their outstanding donations to the Eagles Scholarship fund. The donations generated the scholarship fund close to $800. Judy and Jim Mason, members of the scholarship committee (who did not win the basket full of goodies)...

Literary Music Club held their meeting on January 9th. This was the meeting to install new officers. We need more members to attend the meetings, so the same people do not have to serve over and over. Margaret Lappert will be the new president, vice president is Jeannette Hall,...

Newton Falls - If you’ve thought about joining Kiwanis Club, you are welcome to attend a meeting at Covered Bridge Inn Restaurant, 22 W. Broad Street, Newton Falls. We meet Tuesdays for supper at 6:30 p.m., then begin the meeting about 7:15 p.m.; however, please note that we conduct...

Burton - The Geauga Fresh Farmers’ Market will hold its 2013 Annual Organizational Meeting on Saturday, February 9, 2013 at the OSU Extension office - Patterson Center on the Geauga County Fairgrounds at 14269 Claridon-Troy Rd. in Burton. The meeting will start at 9:00AM and refreshments will be served....

The James A. Garfield School District is now accepting Kindergarten registration information for your child that will turn age 5 before September 30, 2013. Registration will take place on Tuesday, March 12, Wednesday, March 13, and Thursday, March 14, 2013 at the elementary.  Please call the Elementary School office at...

Portage County Gardeners Clubs Join Today The Portage County Gardeners would like to invite you to join their clubs in 2013. Programs, workshops, field trips, crafts and friendship are just some of the reasons for joining a club. Four clubs within Portage County Gardeners have open membership. Please contact, President Helena...

Pictured is Santa enjoying a relaxing 'Spa Day' after the busy holiday.Lambert resides on Wolff Drive in Garrettsville.

It’s time to catch up on the bowling scores from the end of 2012.  For the week of December 22, Eric Schaefer had the high game in the 9:00 Trio League with 123, which was 52 pins over his 71 average.   Paige Collins had the high series with...

Got a case of the blahs? Winter may be at fault, when Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a form of depression, is most common. But don’t spend the season sad. Try these techniques to boost your mood. The best part? They work any time of year: • Get the right amount of sleep....

Burton - The Friends of the Burton Public Library will hold their annual Chess Tournaments on all Saturdays in February at the Library. All tournaments will begin at 10 am and are broken down by age group as follows: February 2nd  is for  students in grades K through 5. February 9th is...

No matter what your financial situation is like, there’s one way you can give back to your community that won’t cost you a penny. According to the American Red Cross, more than 44,000 blood donations are needed daily. While it’s always the right time to give blood, January is National...