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Sky Lanes Youth League Bowlathon raises $1370 for homeless military veterans
Sky Lanes 2024 Youth League Bowlathon. The youth bowlers collected $1,370.00 for homeless Military Veterans. Donations also included, clothing, blankets, gloves, etc. Thank you to the youth Bowlers and their families and friends who donated as well as Daystar Ford, Chuck Kepich and all of our customers who donated,...
Portage Foundation Boosts Education, Health, and Arts with $83,000 in Grants
The Portage Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its 2024 grant cycle, awarding over $83,000 to 29 local organizations and initiatives dedicated to fostering positive change in the community. This year’s funding will support a variety of projects, including education, health, economic development, and the arts, reinforcing...
Pennies from Heaven Choir Concert
Garrettsville United Methodist Church offers all some “Pennies from Heaven” on Sunday, December 8 at 3:30 p.m. in the sanctuary, featuring the Chancel Choir, adult Bell Choirs, the Jesu Children’s Bells, with a selection of Christmas favorites, some old, some not-so-old. There will be, in addition, congregational hymn-singing of...
Teresa Hinkle
Teresa (Terri) Hinkle, 61 of Cortland, OH passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 14, 2024. She was born March 22, 1963 in Warren, Oh to LaMar Davis and Carol (Orban) Bott.
She was a proud graduate of James A. Garfield High School in 1981. Upon graduation she worked at Nymold...
Austin Bowman
Austin Peter Bowman, 29, of Garrettsville, OH, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024. He was born July 9, 1995, in Cleveland, OH, to Peter and Patricia (nee Crile) Bowman.
He was proud to call himself a graduate of James A. Garfield High School. Austin went on to earn a degree...
Richard Brockett
Richard (Dick) Brockett, of Garrettsville, OH, former basketball coach, teacher, and Democratic Party activist, died at 91.
He was raised in Lodi, OH, son of a turkey farmer, and one of seven children of Roger Brockett and Grace (Patch) Brockett. After graduating from Leroy High School, he attended Otterbein College,...
Downtown Kent Cookie Walk
Tickets for the annual Cookie Walk in downtown Kent, Ohio, are now on sale, at 9 a.m. EST. Presented by the Hall-Green Agency and sponsored by Acorn Alley and College Town Kent, this festive event will take place on Saturday, Dec. 2, from noon to 4 p.m., with check-in...
We’re All Invited
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...
JAG Elementary School 1st Quarter Academic Honors
6th grade
Honor Roll
Lillian Callahan-Peebles, Reagan Delvaux, Rhys Haney, Benjamin Kercher, Paisley Kleinhen, Acie Korosec, Leni Macek, Izik Maynard, Hank Ochwat, Everett Thompson, Alex Washington, Evelyn Allenspach, Maylyn Blaze, Beau Cain, Juniper Hall, Sawyer Hill, Robert Hineman, Katlyn Knerem, Jonathan Maresh, Jarin Martin, Jonah Orzechowski, Andrew West, Caden Bosela, Talia...
Toy Trends for Kids
The holiday season is bringing a wave of innovative toys to stores as top brands unveil the most popular gifts for kids in 2024. This year’s favorites combine interactive play, collectibles, and creativity, targeting kids’ interests across various categories.
Among the top choices is the furReal “Daisy the Yoga Goat”,...
Meet Olivia & Sophia
Meet Olivia and Sophia, a sweet and petite, pair of two-year-old, sister cats, who are looking for a home “together.” These girls were part of a rescue operation earlier this summer from Orwell.
Did you know that when you adopt “two cats,” that the adoption fee for the second cat...
Help give local kids a merry Christmas
The Garrettsville People Tree program is collecting toy donations to help ensure children in the area have a joyful holiday season. According to the most requested items list, kids are hoping for a variety of gifts, including STEM science kits, LEGOs, and outdoor gear. Popular themes include camping, fishing,...
Board of Public Affairs News
The October Board of Public Affairs meeting commenced at 5:00 p.m. with Board Member Ben Coll leading the session. The meeting included Board Member Michael Sherer, Solicitor William Mason, Water/Wastewater Superintendent Jeff Sheehan, Council President Tom Hardesty, Fiscal Officer Donna Love, and local resident Robyn Morris. Board President Ed...
Support Local on Small Business Saturday with the Grand Opening of...
Just in time for the holiday season, Timeless Beauty Ink, a new esthetics salon owned by mother-daughter team McKayla Peterson and Trisha Fall, is celebrating its grand opening in the Villager Building located at 8088 Main Street in Garrettsville. The salon offers a comprehensive range of beauty and wellness...
Crestwood Scarlet Guard Shines with Superior Performances Throughout Incredible Fall Competition...
The Crestwood Scarlet Guard Marching Band has wrapped up an unforgettable competition season! The band has earned an Overall Superior Rating at every competition it entered this season, culminating in an extraordinary performance at the Ohio Music Education Association (OMEA) State Band Finals on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at...
Michael Keith Wilkinson
Michael Keith Wilkinson, 62, of Garrettsville, OH, passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024. He was born January 18, 1962, in Youngstown, OH, to the late Bert Harold and Rose Marie (nee Toth) Wilkinson, Sr.
He attended James A. Garfield High School and Maplewood Vocational School where Mike earned a degree...
James A. Garfield High School 1st Quarter Honor Roll
12th Grade
4.0 & Above
McKenna Alai, Abigail Allen, Serena Blohm, Whinrey Brown, Tessa Burnworth, Collin Cunningham, Simon Fergis, Preston Gedeon, Justin Heiss*, Abigail Kaufman*, Kylee Neer, Loreal Puleo, Cade Rock, Makaylyn Spencer, Meganne Veccia*
12th Grade
3.4 & Above
Autumn Andrews, Jason Blewitt*, Kaelynn Brewster*, Lydia Cain, Marshall Dahlen, Kolby Fresch,...
Alzheimer’s Association Hosts Free Dementia-friendly Screening of New Wicked Movie
The Alzheimer's Association Cleveland Area Chapter invites the community to a free dementia-friendly screening of the new movie Wicked just after its late November release. The event will take place on Tuesday, December 3 at noon at the Cedar Lee Theater, 2163 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights OH 44118.
To accommodate...
98-Years Young: Newton Falls Kiwanis Hold Cakewalk
Judges Susan Holub, Carly and Troy Nicholas had a challenge choosing from the many costume participants at Newton Falls Kiwanis’s 98th Annual Cakewalk, on a beautiful autumn day. Thank you. Kiwanis would like to thank George and Mary Koutsounadis of Covered Bridge Inn; DJ Mindy Reed; Bob Burke at...
We’re All Invited
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...
Burton Public Library Independent Film Festival
Burton Public Library Independent Film Festival
Burton Library is known for its Burton Art Show and their children’s Art Show is now on display. Yet, these two show only displays 2 dimensional art (i.e. drawings, paintings…) and 3 dimensional art (i.e. sculpture, clay…). What about the 4 dimensional art…films! This...
Garrettsville People Tree Fundraisers and collections
• Thursday, Nov. 7th 5 -8. The People Tree - Ladies Night Out (All are welcome) at Slim and Jumbo’s, 8101 Main St, Garrettsville, OH 44231. Jump on your Christmas shopping. 15 vendors. Lots of Baskets for our chance auction. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year.
If...
John F. Seals
John F. Seals, 88, of Newton Falls, OH, passed away Monday, October 28, 2024. He was born in Greene County, PA, on April 16, 1936, to the late John W. and Dorothy (Fischer) Seals. To his siblings, John was known as “Jack”. His friends called him “Beanie”, and to...
Garfield High School Students to Host Tech Help Day for Seniors...
In a effort to bridge the generational gap and enhance digital literacy, students from Garfield High School will be lending their tech expertise to senior citizens at the Garrettsville Library on Tuesday, November 12th. The event is scheduled from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM and aims to assist seniors...
Book Signing by Rita Wilson at Village Bookstore
Join local author, Rita Wilson on Saturday Nov. 9 from 12:00-2:00 for a book signing and discussion at The Village Bookstore, 8140 Main Street, Garrettsville.
Rita Wilson Will be signing and discussing her new book, When the Only Light is the Moon. She is an award-winning artist, writer, and educator. ...
Frohring Forest at Hiram College inducted into The Old-Growth Forest Network
Hiram College is pleased to announce that Frohring Forest, located at the James H. Barrow Biological Field Station, has been inducted into the prestigious Old-Growth Forest Network. Officially awarded on October 10, this designation celebrates the forest’s ecological significance, conservation value, and the College’s commitment to habitat preservation and...
We’re All Invited
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...
JAG Historical Society News
Crafters are still being added to the roster at the Craft Market during the Christmas Walk; slots are available. Other preparations are proceeding. All systems are GO, including the candlelight version on Thursday evening. Tickets are being sold right now.
The October 21, 2024 meeting of the James A. Garfield...
Vote Yes on Issue 42 on Election Day!
On November 5, 2024, Community EMS District will be asking voters to support Issue 42, a 2-mil levy to add additional staffing to better serve those who call for an ambulance in their time of need.
What is the EMS District? The Community EMS District is a 3 representative...
James “Jim” H. Bloom
James “Jim” H. Bloom, 47, of Garrettsville, OH, was sadly taken from those who loved him; he suffered a severe heart attack and tragically experienced major brain damage, which ultimately caused his passing. He was surrounded by his loving family and friends.
Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with...
