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Reed Memorial Library Holds Summer Walking Tour Series
Reed Memorial Library is hosting a series of walking tours from June through August to celebrate the 225th anniversary of Ravenna's founding.
The tours are held at 5:00pm and are weather dependent. Participants are advised to dress accordingly and wear comfortable walking shoes. Each tour will commence in front of...
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Book Review at YMCA
1st & 3rd Mondays
OUTLIVE The Science & Art of Longevity by Peter Attia, MD
Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: A manifesto on living better, longer,...
A night of celebration for the Burton-Middlefield Rotarians
On June 26, 18 Burton Middlefield Rotarians, 9 spouses, and approx. 20 invited guests enjoyed a fantastic evening at the “Glass Asylum” party center in Chagrin Falls. They were entertained by music from the Rockability music group who did their usual great job.
Tasty Mexican food was supplied by Coyote’s...
Portage County District Library
For immediate release: Join the Garrettsville Library on Wednesday, July 10 from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. for this month’s Spicy Romance Book Club! This month we will be reading “Fangirl Down”. by Tessa Bailey. Limited to 30 participants. Register here: https://events.portagelibrary.org/event/10606363.
A limited number of copies are available at the...
Kathy’s Kitten Spotlight
This beautiful kitten is about 7 months old and is so very sweet. She was rescued just in time because she was sick with a cold and is currently in heat.
Once out of heat and done being treated for her cold, she will be ready for her forever home. ...
June 21st Kicks off Shades for Migraine National Campaign
Amidst the heatwave taking over Northeast Ohio, this week also marked the start of summer and the summer solstice, the longest day of year in which we had the most light on June 20.
June is headache and migraine awareness month, and today, Shades for Migraine encourages people to...
Portage Foundation opens 2024 grant cycle
The Portage Foundation is accepting applications for its 2024 grant cycle from June 1 to August 31. Nonprofit organizations providing services in Portage County may apply for grants in the following categories: children, health, human services, arts and culture, the environment, animal welfare, education, and economic development. Applications must...
2024 Have A Heart Spay/Neuter Program
It’s Kitten and Puppy Season, and soon shelters will be flooded with adult mothers and their offspring surrendered for adoption. 3.2 million cats and a 3.1 million dogs find themselves in a shelter every year – either born in a shelter, surrendered, or abandoned (ASPCA, The Humane Society and...
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Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary--June 24, 2024
The June 24. 2024 meeting of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary club was largely spent in reviewing the recent golf outing held at SugarBush Golf Club as a fund-raiser for the recently-begun Tom Collins Memorial Rotary Walking Trail at Garrettsville’s South Street (Bill Phelps) park. The verdict was...
Euclid Beach Rocket Car
Chardon, Ohio (June 23, 2024) – Fasten your seatbelts and prepare for a blast from the past! The iconic Euclid Beach Rocket Car is making a pit stop at the Chardon Family Market on Saturday, June 29th, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.
This family-friendly event promises a day of nostalgic...
Kenneth E. Pike, Sr
Kenneth E. Pike, Sr, passed peacefully from this world into heaven, surrounded by family, on June 22, 2024, at the age of 87.
Kenneth was born April 29, 1937, to Oliver and Frances Pike in Ravenna, Ohio. He grew up in Middlefield, and lived in Chagrin Falls and Hiram Ohio....
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Book Review at YMCA
1st & 3rd Mondays
OUTLIVE The Science & Art of Longevity by Peter Attia, MD
Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: A manifesto on living better, longer,...
Kathy’s Kitten Spotlight
This beautiful kitten is about 7 months old and is so very sweet. She was rescued just in time because she was sick with a cold and is currently in heat.
Once out of heat and done being treated for her cold, she will be ready for her forever home. ...
Geis Companies Completes 248,000-Square-Foot Manufacturing Facility for LG America
LG Chem Ohio consists of a three-story Customer Solutions Building and a one-story ABS Compounding Building
Geis Companies, a multi-generational & national, family-owned real estate firm, has completed construction on a massive manufacturing facility in Ohio for LG America. LG Chem Ohio is a 240,000-square-foot facility consisting of two separate...
Gladys L. Steerman
Gladys L. Steerman, age 83 of Garrettsville, passed away peacefully into eternal rest on Monday June 10, 2024 at her residence. She was born on Aug. 31, 1940 in Caldwell, OH the daughter of the late William Herbert Burkhart and Bessie Chloe (Morris) Burkhart. Gladys has lived in Nelson...
Paul D. Szabo
Paul D. Szabo, 81, of Hiram Twp., OH, passed away Sunday, June 9, 2024. He was born December 31, 1942, in Cleveland, OH, to the late Paul and Margaret (Petric) Szabo.
He moved with his parents to the Hiram area when he was a baby. After graduating from Hiram High...
Donald C. Duffield
Our dad and brother, Donald C. “Donnie” Duffield, peacefully entered into eternal rest on June 6, 2024. He was born in Gassaway, WV, on February 13, 1945, to Glen and Wanda (Mace) Duffield.
In 1953 he moved with his family to Ohio where he completed his education at James A....
Arnold Brom, Jr
Arnold “Arnie” Brom, Jr., 71, of Greenville, PA, formerly of Southington, OH, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 7, 2024, in Mercer, PA. He was born January 10, 1953, in Ravenna, OH, to the late Arnold and Helen (Chizmar) Brom, Sr.
He was a graduate of James A. Garfield High...
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Book Review at YMCA
1st & 3rd Mondays
OUTLIVE The Science & Art of Longevity by Peter Attia, MD
Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: A manifesto on living better, longer,...
The Great Reveal – Unveiling Our Roots
The Great Reveal of the 100-year-old time capsule is only three weeks away and the members of the James A. Garfield Historical Society in Garrettsville are working hard on the days’ events.
Come join us as we kick off the celebration of the last 100 years with a free history...
Read-A-Latte on June 20th
Have you participated in a book club, only to find that the books selected weren’t really your cup of tea? Or did you struggle to make time in your busy schedule to read the chosen book, so you’d have something ‘smart’ to say when your group met next? Wouldn't...
Get involved at Mantua Historical Society’s Thursday Sessions
The Mantua Historical Society is inviting you to join us “at the table” to help us process donations of artifacts, share memories of Mantua Village & Township, and have some fun! Whether you are a current member or want to become a member, join us on Thursdays, 10am to...
Discover the Legacy of Hiram Village’s Trees
Hiram Historical Society’s first program of 2024 will be held June 23, 2024 at 2 PM at the Hiram Historical Society Century House 11617 St-Rt 700 (also St Rt 82), Hiram, OH 44234.
Presented by Doug Paul & RoxieAnn Rossiter. Former members of the Hiram College groundskeeping crew will delve...
Letter to the Editor
I am writing to you as the Chairman of the Mantua Potato Festival Committee, with a heartfelt request to bring an urgent matter before the eyes of our beloved community through your esteemed publication.
For over 50 years, the Mantua Potato Festival has been a vibrant thread in the fabric...
Terrance “Terry” James Sparks
Terrance “Terry” James Sparks (nee Nedelka), age 75, passed away on May 24, 2024, with family by his side. He was born on December 12, 1948, and raised by his stepfather and mother, the late Frank and Elizabeth “Betty” Nedelka (nee Ceboll). Terry is survived by his beloved wife...
AMERICAN PICKERS to Film in Ohio
The American Pickers are excited to return to Ohio! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in August 2024.
As they hit the back roads from coast to coast, the Pickers are on a mission to recycle and rescue forgotten relics....
The Garrettsville Water Department will be flushing hydrants June 24 through...
Hydrants will be flushed randomly throughout the Village. You may notice a drop in your water pressure. The water will be safe to drink although there may be discoloration. Please be sure to check your water for discoloration prior to doing any laundry. Any questions should be directed to...
Act Fast: Get your tickets to the Summer Soiree Fundraiser for...
The Haven of Portage County is announcing its Summer Soiree Fundraiser, scheduled for Saturday, June 29, 2024, at the Byers Dipaola Castle. The event aims to unite community members, supporters, and philanthropists in support of individuals experiencing homelessness.
The Summer Soiree Fundraiser will include live entertainment, a variety of auction...
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Book Review at YMCA
1st & 3rd Mondays
OUTLIVE The Science & Art of Longevity by Peter Attia, MD
Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: A manifesto on living better, longer,...
Thelma Jane Schwan
Thelma Jane (Fountain) Schwan, 85 years of age, passed away May 28, 2024 at Ohman Family Living at Briar in Middlefield Ohio . She was mother to Dianna Schwan Savick, Jeffery (Rhonda) Schwan, Robert (Lisa) Schwan Jr., Karen (Robert) Burrows, and Delores “Dee” Schwan.
Thelma was born January 15, 1939...
