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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,...
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...
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...
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.,...
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....
“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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Helen Anne Bertrand, Ph.D of Green Valley, AZ
Helen Anne Bertrand, Ph.D. died in Hospice care at Green Valley, Az. on July 24, 2019 of metastatic liver cancer. She was born on...
Upcoming Community Events | Week of August 9th
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....
Danny Back, Nationally Known Expert on River History, to Speak in...
Freedom Twp. - The Freedom Township Historical Society has an exciting guest speaker for our August meeting. Danny Back, a nationally known expert on...
Garrettsville Eagles Announce Scholarship Winners
On June 26, 2019, the Garrettsville Eagles announced the winners of the 2019 scholarship awards. They are:
Madeline Vaughan, granddaughter of Jeanne...
Upcoming Community Events |Week of August 2nd
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....
Dollar General Now Open In Garrettsville
Garrettsville - Dollar General’s newest store at 8324 Windham St. in Garrettsville is now open! In its new location, Dollar General will offer...
Creativity Makes A Space For Generations At Tom Hardesty Park
Garrettsville - Former mayor and long-time village councilmember Tom Hardesty has been one of Garrettsville’s biggest supporters – and a guy who’s always liked...
“Teens, Tweens, Toddlers & Tot” Event in Mantua
Forest Field K9 Search & Rescue, Inc., founded in March 2019 by Garrettsville resident, Shawn Cisney, invited Portage County students to submit artwork for...
Portage First Responders To Participate In National Level Excercise With National...
Ravenna – Portage County first responders and local officials are stepping-up to take part in a national-level military exercise with National Guard Units and...
Crafting with Marian’s “Jumbo 3-D(ecorative) Letter” at Garrettsville Library
You’re invited to attend Crafting with Marian’s “Jumbo 3-D Letter” program at the Garrettsville Library on Monday, August 12 from 6:00 pm to 7:30...
Upcoming Community Events | Week of July 26
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....
Upcoming Community Events – Week of July 19
Grief Support Group
Sundays
Grief Group meets every Sunday at 3 pm. The meetings are held at Garrettsville United Methodist Church and last about 1 –...
56th Ox Roast Fair This Weekend
Mantua - Plan to attend the largest, three-day fair in Northern Portage County where you’ll enjoy delicious food and find family fun for all...
New scholarships at Hiram College to recognize Girl Scouts
Hiram - Hiram College, in conjunction with Girl Scouts of the USA, is excited to announce new scholarships that recognize personal motivation, service to...
Registration for Free Soccer Camp Underway
Community Bible Church, 3671 Tallmadge Rd., Rootstown is currently registering children age 4-13 for their annual Can Do Soccer Camp. The camp will be...
Upcoming Community Events | Week of July 5th
Grief Support Group
Sundays
Grief Group meets every Sunday at 3 pm. The meetings are held at Garrettsville United Methodist Church and last about 1 –...
Freedom Historical Society News
The Freedom Township Historical Society will host local historian and author Julie Thompson at 7 pm July 9 at the Freedom Community Center, 8940...
Upcoming Community Events | Week of June 28
Grief Support Group
Sundays
Grief Group meets every Sunday at 3 pm. The meetings are held at Garrettsville United Methodist Church and last about 1 –...
PCGC Flower / Photo / Art Show
Ravenna - Diane and Susan are inviting the public and members to the Flower/Photo/Art Show at the Portage County Gardeners at 5154 S....
Neighborhood Development Services, Inc. Receives Grant To Assist With Mural Initiative
Ravenna - Neighborhood Development Services, Inc. (NDS) received a $4000 grant from NeighborWorks America’s Community Leadership Institute (CLI) Program. Participants attend the CLI as...
