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Windham JR/SR High School Career Fair & Fashion Show
The students at Windham Junior and Senior High had a unique experience on Thursday, May 12th- all thanks to Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) of Portage County. For the past 7 weeks, OMJ has worked with the Windham students on various skills including: interviewing, resume writing, career searches, and communication...
Travel with the Young of Heart
A 3-day trip has been planned to the Finger Lakes in New York on July 20-22. Included is the Belhurst Castle, the Çorning Museum of Glass, the Willard Memorial Chapel, Sonnenberg Gardens and Mansion, a scenic lake cruise and much more. Cost is $399 ($408 for non-members). Call Nancy...
Local Company Pulls Parking Lot Prank
Hiram - Once again, Hiram-based Communications Factory marketing firm has found an unusual way to reward a local student. This year, much to her surprise, Chardon High School senior Courtney Kernc became the Factory’s 2016 Scholarship winner. Instead of just showing up at her Senior Banquet to hand over ...
May Is Mental Health Month
“Mental health – it’s a good thing!” is the message the Mental Health & Recovery Board of Portage County is spreading this May for Mental Health Awareness.
The term mental health refers to a positive state in which a person has the ability to live a full, satisfying life, and...
Dear Editor: An Apology to the Village of Windham & Its...
On behalf of the ownership and management at SkyLanes I would like to sincerely apologize for the disparaging remark Sunday night that has hurt and angered many Windham residents.
There have been many great families and people from Windham that have supported this business since its inception in 1957. In...
GCPL Open on Sundays All Year – Including Summer
Geauga County – Need a book, DVD, CD or magazine on the weekend? You’re in luck. The Geauga County Public Library is now open year round Sunday afternoons from 1 - 5 p.m. at Bainbridge, Chardon, Geauga West in Chesterland, and Middlefield. The two library stations in Newbury and...
“Before The Well Runs Dry” Symposium
A leading expert on groundwater protection is the featured speaker for the second annual Edith Chase Symposium in Kent on Friday, June 3, 7 p.m., at the Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center.
The 2016 symposium, “Before the Well Runs Dry”, is intended to share the science involved in...
Upcoming Community Events (Week of May 20)
The Friends of Melana 5k Run/1 Mile Walk
Register Today!
The Friends of Melana Foundation is organizing the 6th Annual Friends of Melana 5k run and 1 mile fun run/walk to be held on Sunday, June 26, 2016, at Garrettsville Summerfest. All proceeds go towards research for children’s glioma brain cancer....
New Treasurer Contract to Reduce Duplicate Payments, Refunds
Ravenna – Nearly half of Portage County taxpayers make property tax payments through their mortgage provider. For most, that process is seamless – but for some, who have had their mortgages bought and sold by multiple providers, it can become a hassle, resulting in late payment notices, fines, duplicate...
Portage Park District 2016 Events
May 15 1 - 3pm Fun & Fitness Day
Bring the Kids to the Garrettsville Village Park, 10482 South St, for Fun & Fitness Day with free activities
1pm-Safety Presentations
-Garrettsville Fire & Police Departments
2pm-Ronald McDonald Show
2:45pm- 1 mile hike on the Headwaters Trail
with Park District Staff
May 17 6:30pm Wild Hikes Challenge...
Record-breaking $226,000 raised on Hiram Giving Day
Hiram - People give back to Hiram College for a number of reasons, but donors came out in droves to show their dedication to the institution on this year’s annual Hiram Giving Day, held April 29, donating more than $226,000 in a 24-hour period. Now, the College is primed...
Upcoming Community Events (Week of May 13th)
The Friends of Melana 5k Run/1 Mile Walk
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The Friends of Melana Foundation is organizing the 6th Annual Friends of Melana 5k run and 1 mile fun run/walk to be held on Sunday, June 26, 2016, at Garrettsville Summerfest. All proceeds go towards research for children’s glioma brain...
Students Participate in Mock Car Crash
Windham - Students, grades 9-12, participated in a mock car crash on the morning of Friday, May 5th to raise awareness about the dangers of drinking and driving. As students walked to the scene, their classmates lined the streets holding posters that promoted responsible decisions and opposition to drinking...
Upcoming Community Events (Week of May 6)
The Friends of Melana 5k Run/1 Mile Walk
Register Today!
The Friends of Melana Foundation is organizing the 6th Annual Friends of Melana 5k run and 1 mile fun run/walk to be held on Sunday, June 26, 2016, at Garrettsville Summerfest. All proceeds go towards research for children’s glioma brain cancer....
Upcoming Events At Portage County District Library
Hearing Loss Program at Garrettsville Library
May is “Better Speech & Hearing Month” and you’re invited to the Garrettsville Library on Wednesday, May 11 from 6:30 pm until 7:00 pm for a presentation by Kathy Liston, Audiologist, on hearing and hearing loss. Call 330-527-4378 to register or for more information.
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Windham Art Students Showcase Talents
Windham - Windham Junior and Senior High Students showcased their talents on Thursday, April 22nd at NEOMED in Rootstown. The Portage County Art Show, sponsored by the Cuyahoga Falls ESC, featured many pieces of art from area students. Art teacher, Mrs. Seger, has been working with students all year...
April is Alcohol Awareness Month
The need to provide meaningful education on the dangers of underage drinking and drug use here in Portage County has never been greater. According to the Portage County Community Health Status Assessment Report, in 2015, 47% of Portage County youth in grades 6-12 had at least one drink of...
Public Tours Begin at Century Village Museum
As the sure signs of spring begin to appear, Century Village Museum in Burton, Ohio, is once again opening for public tours. This historic village of almost two dozen century-old structures, located in a beautiful setting overlooking the hills of Geauga County and the valley of the Cuyahoga River,...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Plans Walking Trail
Garrettsville - Garrettsville-Hiram Rotarians received a very favorable report on the recent roadside clean-up conducted by adult Rotarians and high school InterAct members on April 16. They weren’t “talking trash” exactly, but picking up plenty of it on the 3-mile stretch of St. Rte. 82 between the two villages;...
Learn About Medicaid Qualification And Asset Protection
Garrettsville – Kim Kohli and Mallory-DeHaven-Carlson Funeral Home are planning to host a free community-wide workshop covering Medicaid qualification rules and asset preservation on April 28th at 12:00 pm.
“This is a topic that is so important to understand. Many families will depend on Medicaid for long term care in...
Freedom Historical Group News
Freedom Twp. - Judy Thornton started the meeting by having Amanda Garrett read the minutes from the March meeting. Trustee John Zizka continued the discussion from the March meeting about a piano that is in storage at the Freedom Community Center. At the last meeting there was discussion about...
Portage County Soap Box Derby Hosting Derby Racing Clinic
Mantua - The Portage Soap Box Derby is hosting an introduction to Derby Racing Clinic on April 24th, at 4808 East High St., Buchert Park, Mantua, Ohio. The clinic will be held at the first pavilion at the park from 1-4 pm
At the clinic those persons attending will have...
We’re All Invited: Upcoming Community Events (Week of April 22)
The Friends of Melana 5k Run/1 Mile Walk
Register Today!
The Friends of Melana Foundation is organizing the 6th Annual Friends of Melana 5k run and 1 mile fun run/walk to be held on Sunday, June 26, 2016, at Garrettsville Summerfest. All proceeds go towards research for children’s glioma brain cancer....
Hiram College Students to Board Canoes and Clean Up Cuyahoga River...
Hiram – Dozens of Hiram College students will roll up their sleeves, slip on gloves and waders and board canoes to pick up trash from the Cuyahoga River and Eagle Creek on Sunday, April 24 from 1-5 p.m.
While the Cuyahoga River has not caught on fire in decades, it...
Six Reasons A Real Estate Deal Can Fall Apart
You fell deeply in love with an updated Victorian, knocked a few grand off the asking price, and maybe even bought a spiffy camelback sofa for your new living room. Sweet! Still, until you close and the keys are in hand, there’s a sliver of dread in your mind:...
14th Annual Spring Drive-it-Yourself Tour!
Geauga County - One would think we went to great lengths to plan our 14th Annual Spring Drive-it-Yourself Tour on May 14th with 14 NEW stops… but what we really have there is what is referred to as a ‘Happy accident.’ But however it happened, be sure to get...
We’re All Invited: Upcoming Community Events (Week of April 15)
Observatory Night
Hiram - Stephens Memorial Observatory of Hiram College will be open for public observing Saturday, April 16, from 9:00 to 11:00 PM.
What better way to celebrate winter’s end and de-stress for Tax Day than to enjoy a look at a beautiful night sky? While winter’s end and Tax...
James A. Garfield Elementary School Students Take a World Tour at...
Hiram – While it’s almost impossible for a sixth grader to travel the world, that’s exactly what 115 students from James A. Garfield Elementary School did at Hiram College’s World Fair.
The students spent the morning touring 11 different countries, including Australia, Afghanistan, Philippines and Japan, and listening to presentations...
Lions Club Soccer Teams Enjoy Successful Seasons
The Garrettsville Lions Club U16 soccer team (made up of 8th, 9th and 10th graders) just concluded their very successful indoor season at the Tallmadge Rec Center in the high school division. They were only defeated once in the 1st session of 10 games as they lost the 2nd...
Windham Students Fare Well At History Day Competition
Windham - On Saturday, April 2, Windham High School students took part at Youngstown State for the History Day competition.
Over 300 entries were received and Windham successfully walked away with four groups advancing to state finals!
Advancing to the state finals on April 30th are :
2nd Place - WWII Brides
Rebekah...
