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Sajar Plastics and Kraft Maid Cabinetry Receive Proclamation from Mayor and...
Middlefield - On Thursday, Sept. 12 during the regular Middlefield Council meeting, Mayor Ben Garlich and Council members took time to recognize two exemplary Middlefield-based companies for many years of providing world-class products, service, employment opportunities and community support.
For more than 70 years, Middlefield-based Sajar Plastics has shown steady...
Kent State Geauga Geology Professor Makes Observations at Welton’s Gorge
Renowned scientist Stephen W. Hawking once said, “A lot of prizes have been awarded for showing the universe is not as simple as we might have thought.”
Prizes aside, Kent State Geauga Associate Professor of Geology Dr. Sue Clement has made observations in the bedrock of Welton’s Gorge in Geauga...
AARP Chapter #4527 Meeting News
The Bainbridge/Chagrin AARP, Chapter #4527, will meet on Tuesday, October 1st, 2019, 1 pm, at the Bainbridge Town Hall, 17826 Chillicothe Road, Bainbridge Twp., Ohio. (Behind the Fire Station).
We will have Francie Dunlop speaking on Health Insurance. She is an advisor on Life, Medicare, etc., giving us some...
Grant Opportunity Available in Geauga County
The Geauga County Sunshine Shop Board is now accepting grant requests from Geauga County Not-for-Profit organizations who serve individuals and families in crisis or in need.
An eight-member board governs The Sunshine Shop, which has been in operation for over 30 years. The mission of The Sunshine Shop is...
Nominees Sought For “John Murray Commitment To Families and Children” Award
The Geauga Family First Council is seeking nominees for the tenth “John Murray Commitment to Families and Children Award.”
The award is presented on a bi-annual basis to individuals in Geauga County who have exhibited a continuous commitment to Geauga’s families and children, coupled with a special passion for their...
1st Annual Pastoral Care Conference Set for September 25, 2019
Even pastors need a helping hand from time to time. It is no mystery that pastors are called on at all hours of the day. “So many times throughout my childhood, I would see my dad rush to be by someone’s side or be there as a confidant at...
Georgia “Alice” Miller of Garrettsville, OH
Georgia “Alice” Miller, 83, of Garrettsville, passed away on September 9, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 13, 1936 in Ravenna, Ohio to Roger and Alice “Fern” (nee Yonker) Knowlton.
She enjoyed reading, watching Cash Explosion and golf, Jeopardy, and the Cleveland Indians. Alice...
New tuition model at Hiram College offers financial, educational, and career...
Hiram - In recent years, Hiram College has been a front-runner in designing and implementing bold academic changes under a model aptly known as the New Liberal Arts™. The College is now taking steps to make its New Liberal Arts more accessible through a new tuition model that will...
Upcoming Community Events | Week of September 21
Portage Senior Citizens Opportunities
Weekdays
The Portage County Senior Center, located at 705 Oakwood St., in Ravenna has many daily opportunities for local seniors to enjoy. On any given day, you can enjoy, bingo, Tai Chi, educational programs, art class, corn hole, cards & dominos with friends, and they even have...
Community Resource Connect Event
Ravenna - On Thursday, September 12, 2019 Portage County Housing Services Council is proud to present its first annual Community Resource Connect event. The event planning is a collaboration of staff from numerous agencies such as Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority, United Way, The Haven of Portage County, City of...
Casino Trip To Benefit Area Families
The Sisterhood of St. Joseph Church (formerly the Women’s Auxiliary of the Mantua Knights of Columbus #3766) is sponsoring a casino bus trip to Presque Isle in Erie, PA on Monday, October 14th (Columbus Day). Cost is $40 per person and will include $30 free play.
Contact Mary Ann...
Storytimes at Windham Library
Join us at the Windham Library for both fall and winter storytime sessions. We will meet on Fridays beginning September 20 from 10:30 am to 11:30 am until November 8th. Each week will bring something new and interactive for the children to learn. They should come ready to play...
United Way of Portage County Plans Campaign Kickoff Event at NEOMED
Rootstown -Kent State University football coach Sean Lewis, along with the cheerleading team and Flash, will be joined by former Cleveland Crunch star goalie Otto Orf, the Ben Curtis Family Foundation and other athletes will be among the crowd helping the United Way of Portage County kick off its...
Be An Educated Hunter With Classes from Geauga Park District
Hunter education is for everyone – individuals, families, new and experienced hunters – which is why Geauga Park District’s Ranger Department is offering an Ohio Hunter Education course two Saturdays next month, September 21 and 28, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Big Creek Park’s Donald W. Meyer Center.
Registration...
Cow Chip Bingo
Freedom Twp. - Come one come ALL and see where Daisy the cow will land her chip at the Fall Festival and Craft and Vendor Show hosted by the Freedom Township Historical Society and the Freedom Community and Park Boosters on Saturday, September 28, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to...
Moore Earns Medals At AAU Gymnastics Nationals
Top Floor Gymnastics and Dance Center, located in Ravenna, took part in the Orlando AAU Gymnastics Nationals this summer.
The event had over 2,500 gymnasts from across the United States who competed at the ESPN Wide World of Sports.
Bringing home Silver Medals were Taylor Brown - Vault, Ella Hayn -...
Gregory A. Williams of Windham, OH
Gregory A. Williams, 58, of Windham, passed away on August 29, 2019 at his home. He was born on May 19, 1961 in Ravenna, Ohio to James and Dorothy (nee Craig) Williams.
He always put his family first and loved spending time with his family and close friends. Greg...
Freedom Township Historical Society News & Notes
Freedom Twp. - The Freedom Township Historical Society was privileged to host Ohio Rep. Diane Grendell and her husband, Judge Tim Grendell, at our one-room schoolhouse on Aug. 21. The Grendells came to learn about our project to restore the former school and church on S.R. 303 for use...
Upcoming Community Events | Week of September 6th
Portage Senior Citizens Opportunities
Weekdays
The Portage County Senior Center, located at 705 Oakwood St., in Ravenna has many daily opportunities for local seniors to enjoy. On any given day, you can enjoy, bingo, Tai Chi, educational programs, art class, corn hole, cards & dominos with friends, and they even have...
Garrettsville Local Named Finalist in Nationwide Coca-Cola® Contest
This summer, Coca-Cola Freestyle invited Americans to concoct their own signature beverage recipes – and potentially win $10,000 – through the first ever “Make Your Mix” contest. In June, fans entered by mixing two or three of Coca-Cola Freestyle’s nearly 200 drink choices and sharing photos or videos of...
Bird Tornados Hit Geauga County
See something you’ll never forget, then notice it for years to come – guaranteed!
Witness the annual phenomenon of hundreds of Chimney Swifts swirling tornado-like, then plummeting into an old chimney en route to South America – an unforgettable spectacle by all accounts.
Geauga Park District will host its annual Chimney...
Joseph Eugene Branch of Newton Falls, OH
Joseph Eugene Branch, 67, of Newton Falls, passed away on August 20, 2019. He was born on November 6, 1951, in Greenville, PA to Robert E. Branch and JoAnn Grate.
He enjoyed woodworking, traveling, bowling, fishing, fellowship with family and friends.
Joseph is survived by his partner, Margaret Keach for 16...
Dr. James E. Pesicek of Garrettsville, OH
Dr. James E. Pesicek, a lifelong resident of Garrettsville, passed away on August 23, 2019. Jim was born on December 13, 1934 to the late James J. Pesicek and France M. Gheen in Shalersville. His family moved to Freedom Station where he grew up with his brother Jerry Pesicek.
Jim...
Alzheimer’s Association – New Newbury Caregiver Support Group
NEWBURY - The Alzheimer’s Association is pleased to announce a new caregiver support group is starting at St. Helen Catholic Church, 12060 Kinsman Rd., Newbury, OH 44065.
This spiritually-based group is open to all and offers a safe place for caregivers, family and friends currently caring for persons with dementia...
Upcoming Community Events | Week of August 30th
Portage Senior Citizens Opportunities
Weekdays
The Portage County Senior Center, located at 705 Oakwood St., in Ravenna has many daily opportunities for local seniors to enjoy. On any given day, you can enjoy, bingo, Tai Chi, educational programs, art class, corn hole, cards & dominos with friends, and they even have...
“Hide a Key Garden Rock” Craft Program at Garrettsville Library
You’re invited to attend Crafting with Marian’s “Hide a Key Garden Rock” program at the Garrettsville Library on Monday, September 23 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Learn how to make a garden rock to hide important keys or valuables. This is an easy and useful craft for adults....
Educational Opportunities in Environmental Stewardship Sprout at JAG Campus
Garrettsville - What’s with all the dead brown grass on the JAG campus? With the rainfall we’ve had it’s certainly not drought related but rather the beginning of something new and exciting to benefit our students, community and environment. Earlier this summer, school district staff approached local conservation professionals...
Acoustic Open Mic At Tavern 1888
Ravenna - Bill Henceroth will host an acoustic open mic at Tavern 1888 in Ravenna every Wednesday from 7pm-9pm. There is NO COVER CHARGE for this show.
Bill Henceroth has performed with a myriad of rock bands since the early ‘70’s. Currently Bill performs as a seasoned bass and acoustic...
Change to Mantua Center Pig Roast
Mantua - The family-friendly event that was highlighted in last week’s paper has been changed. The event will still be held at the Mantua Township School on Saturday, August 17th from 1 - 5 pm. The event will still feature kid-friendly activities, including bounce houses, face painting, and balloon...
Upcoming Community Events | Week of August 16th
SAVE THE DATE!
The 14th annual James A. Garfield Alumni Banquet will take place on Sept. 21, 2019, at James A. Garfield Elementary School. Doors will open at 5 p.m. followed by a delicious dinner from Guido’s of Ravenna at 6 p.m. The event is open to graduates and anyone...
