Thank You From The Crestwood 4C’s
Mantua - Crestwood 4C’s Food Cupboard would like to thank all the individuals, organizations and churches for supporting us for 37 years. Your generosity has helped us to serve between 200 and 300 people each month. We also provide a Christmas meal for families. We are grateful to Hilltop Christian Church, in Mantua, for the use of their building. ...
Thank you Iva Walker
Thank you for your very thoughtfully written column this week in the Villager. In my humble opinion you were able to express what we the Garrettsville Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors communicated in our Mission Statement regarding the use of funds from, and the creation of the GarrettsvilleStrong fund. With your wonderful ability, you clearly defined our purpose and...
To the voters in Freedom and Nelson Township and the Village of Garrettsville:
Next Tuesday, November 4th when you go to your local polling location please note Issue 13. Issue 13 has been placed on the ballot by the Community EMS District’s Board of Trustees. The Board is asking for your support by way of a YES vote to pass a 2.7 mil five year renewal levy. Passage of a renewal levy WILL NOT increase your real estate taxes.
Thank You
The Stock Family would like to Thank Everyone who attended Nicholas Stock Fundraiser on February 25th. Special Thanks to All the Local Businesses for their donations, and to Aaron King & Skylane Bowling. Also, Robbie Lawrentz (may he R.I.P.) thought enough of my son to make a large donation before his passing. Thank you Harriet & Rodney Lawrentz. In...
INFORMATION REQUEST: THE LOCAL DAIRIES OF GARRETTSVILLE, FREEDOM, NELSON AND HIRAM FROM 1900 TO 1967.
A local historical research project has begun on the “Local Dairies” that delivered milk to our area. Contact has already been made with the local historical societies requesting information. The initial intent is to research any dairy that has an existing milk bottle with its name on it. So far, information has been accumulated on twelve dairies, including...
Thank You from the Village of Windham
Dear Editor, The Village of Windham would like to thank the following people for their help with Octoberfest. Donations - Gas & Food Mini Mart, Circle K, Jeff Pochedly, Ivan & Erin Ward, Jake & Nicki Eye, Hal Clark, Cheryl Belknap,Amber Ashby, and Pete Kepich & Hanford Dixon Sponsors - Cal’s, Ellerhorst Russell Insurance, Performance Elastomers, Charles Chevrolet, Roubic Law Offices, Skylanes,...
Clothing Giveaway Postponed in Mantua
Dear Editor, In regards to future free clothing giveaways at Mantua Center School, it is with a heavy heart that I have to cancel all future giveaways until I secure new accommodations for the event. We have limited space in the two classrooms that I rent for the giveaway, and I have been requested not to utilize the large room...
Thank You…
Dear Editor, What an evening; beautiful weather, delicious food, great wine & beer plus the chance to win some pretty awesome gift baskets. We want to say a huge thank you to everyone who joined us at Nelson Garrettsville Community Cupboard’s 2nd annual Farm to Table Nibble & Sip! There are so many people that work together for months to make...
Together We Can Rebuild Main Street Garrettsville Strong
On behalf of the Garrettsville Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, I would like to address some of the rumors being spread in our community. Absolutely NO payments/payouts/monies/etc. have been dispersed from either the Garrettsville Area Chamber of Commerce’s account, or the GarrettsvilleStrong fund. NO disbursements of any kind will occur until firm guidelines have been put in place...
Thank You! from Friends of Melana
Dear Editor, We would like to thank the community members and businesses of Garrettsville, Hiram, Mantua, Middlefield and surrounding communities, all race planners, participants, and all Summerfest visitors for the success of our Eighth Annual Friends of Melana 5K Race and Fun Walk. This event is held annually in memory of our granddaughter, Melana Matson, and for the sole purpose of...
Kudos to the JAG Schools from Klamer
I’m so impressed with what I observe of the James A. Garfield School District after five years into retirement and after 16 months of our relocation to northwest Ohio to enjoy our grandkids and their parents. I have noticed that the district continues to offer high quality educational opportunities, with the students working hard to take advantage of these...
A Thank You from Facet Salon
The entire staff of Facet Salon and Day Spa along with Rescue Village of the Geauga Humane Society want to thank all who supported our Second Annual Doggy Dip this past Saturday. All of the proceeds from this event will help support Rescue Village and the fine work that they accomplish. A very special “Thank You” to Lisa Washabaugh of...
Support Our Schools on November 6
Dear James A Garfield District Residents, Why do I bother to ask you to consider supporting our very good schools? I still bleed black and gold while wanting our quality schools to continue. The schools have come a long way in the last 25 years which benefits students and the community. I feel good that many healthy heartfelt relationships were...
Immeasurable Gratitude from the JAG Schools
Two words….immeasurable gratitude As Thanksgiving approaches we want to share our deepest thanks to EVERYONE for the passage of Issue 8. Thank you for being such a supportive community. Thank you to the residents of Hiram, Charlestown, Nelson, Freedom and Garrettsville for believing in how we put your kids first. Thank you to all of the organizations that support our...
Thank You
Dear Editor Each week when reading the Villager there are often letters to the editor from groups, individuals and businesses thanking others for their support. I often wonder how many readers read the letters each week. I hope if they haven’t been, perhaps if they start now what they will see is how many people in this community and surrounding...
Dear Editor…
On November 4, 2014, the voters of the Village of Windham and Windham Township will be asked to renew the 4 mil levy that supports the WVFD Joint Fire District. Although we have a relatively small community, our fire department is one of the busiest in the county, providing both fire and rescue services to our residents. Many, myself and...
An Outpouring of Support
After a couple of manic weeks of exciting highs, disappointing lows, small victories and exasperating stone walls, we have re-opened our law office 8108 Main Street in Garrettsville. As devastating as the fire was, we are grateful for what we have been able to recover from what was once our office. While the outpouring of support has been gratifying there...
To the Garrettsville community:
On February 23rd, 2017 I had the distinct pleasure to conduct a school assembly on testing skills to the Middle School and High School in the Garfield School District. After school I also presented to the girls basketball team on developing the mental toughness needed to play high performance basketball. It turned out to be one of the...
I would like to extend my appreciation for all the kind and generous people…
Dear Editor: I would like to extend my appreciation for all the kind and generous people that made the Rose's Rescue Pasta 4 Paw a huge success. So many were involved I wish we could thank you all in person. There are the generous people and merchants that donated such wonderful gifts for raffle, those that donated money and food...
Thank You from the NGCC
Dear Editor, Another year has zipped by and the Nelson Garrettsville Community Cupboard would like to express sincere thanks to all those who donated food, funds and time this past year. We are thankful to everyone who attended, sponsored or donated to our Farm to Table Nibble & Sip annual event. The weather cooperated and it was a great success! Our...
Check on aging parents this summer…
Dear Editor I urge families to take a potentially life-saving action during June, National Safety Month, by conducting safety checks of their aging parents’ homes. Nearly 20 million seniors visit emergency rooms every year with many of these injuries caused by home accidents. ER doctors recommend that senior’s homes are checked for potential safety hazards at least once a year. To make...
Thank you Ms. Anderson and Mr. Kaiser for being firm and thinking of your constituents!
Dear Editor, As a tax paying resident of this Village, I would like to extend my thanks to council members Anderson and Kaiser for finally putting their foot down and speaking for many of the village’s residents. So many of us live from paycheck to paycheck, some working multiple part time jobs to make ends meet and WE have to cut...
Donations Welcomed
Newton Falls Cub Scout Pack, Troop and Crew 4067 along with our sponsor, The First Congregational Church of Newton Falls, would like to take a minute to ask you for your help. Scouting as an organization provides a safe environment for children to grow in character and gain the strength to become leaders in their community. Through structured activities and events, the scouts have fun while they discover and master new skills, gain self- confidence, and develop strong friendships. Scouting provides a strong foundation for our next generation of community leaders.
Hiram College invites public to take a walk on the wild side at its James H. Barrrow Field Station’s 50th Anniversary Fall Color Trek
Hiram – Take a walk on the wild side and celebrate the Hiram College James H. Barrow Field Station’s 50th anniversary at a Fall Color Trek. Festivities take place Saturday, Oct. 14, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the 550-acre field station, 11305 Wheeler Road, Garrettsville. Transportation to and from the field station and available throughout the event begins at 9:45...
Two very nice ladies stopped to help…
Dear Editor My car and I ended up in a ditch on Rt 700 last Tuesday. The car was at such an angle that I couldn`t get out. Two very nice ladies stopped to help. The one gave me her hand to pull me out of the car and she directed traffic. The other woman was able to get...
Candlelight Christmas Service Invitation
This year will be my wife, Pastor Janie and my ninth year celebrating Christmas with the First Congregational Church of Freedom. This will be our final Christmas services with them as we are being called by our Lord into retirement at the end of the year. Please join us on December 23 at 6:30 pm for the Candlelight...
Sewing for Support Thank You
Dear Editor, Marian Stryczny and Bethany Mason would like to thank all those who donated to our “sewing for support” cause to collect quilts for breast cancer patients!! Thanks to your generosity we were able to donate 32 quilts and 26 afghans! We appreciate all the effort that went in to making these items, they were all just beautiful! Sincerely, Marian Stryczny...
Service and generosity describe the 2,000+ Rotarians in Northeast Ohio
Dear Editor, Service and generosity describe the 2,000+ Rotarians in Northeast Ohio. These are civic-minded community members in the counties of Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Medina, Portage, Summit, and part of Lorain. These Rotarians belong to 53 different Rotary Clubs in these counties. They are part of Rotary International which is in over 200 countries. The motto of Rotary International...
My daughter and I enjoyed a pleasant…
"Dear Editor, My daughter and I enjoyed a pleasant day last week doing the Garrettsville-Hiram Retail Trail Event... "
“We invite you to join us in supporting children’s glioma cancer research…”
Dear Editor The Friends of Melana (FOM) Foundation was established in Garrettsville, Ohio, in honor and memory of our granddaughter, Melana Matson, who lost her battle with children’s glioma cancer in 2009 at the age of 9. Our hope is that no child, no family, no community will ever have to experience what Melana and her loved ones did again. Childhood...
