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Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave, (330)469-2044. NO book or fees required. Farmington Senior...
Save A Lot Recognizes Hometown Hero
Recently, Garrettsville’s Save A Lot grocery store had the opportunity to celebrate Windham resident Tiffany Plaugher as a Hometown Hero. Plaugher was one of one of 16 winners who were selected in 2025, chosen from 319 nominations around the eastern United States. She was nominated by her colleagues at Katherine Thomas Elementary School in Windham, where she makes a...
20th Century Club News
Something was cooking at the January 22, 2026 meeting of the Twentieth Century Club of Garrettsville, held at the home of Mary Furillo, who had assistance from co-hostesses Jan Boehm and Carol Torda. Members responded to roll call with the name (s) of their favorite cookbook. The works presented were varied, to say the least. They included the standards,...
Garfield alum Vinny Sisson named to Hall of Fame for filmmaking achievements
Although he hailed from a small town, Garfield graduate Vinny Sisson always had big dreams and realized those dreams when he left for Los Angeles to pursue a career in filmmaking 18 years ago. The 2006 alum was inducted into the Garfield Hall of Fame on Jan. 20. “It is an honor,” Sisson told The Weekly Villager. “I was surprised...
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Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave, (330)469-2044. NO book or fees required. Farmington Senior...
Garfield state champion thrower Edie Svonavec inducted in Hall of Fame
Garfield alum Edie Svonavec has never been one to brag about her multiple athletic accomplishments, such as being the first female state champion in school history. But her accomplishments still have been recognized by many, resulting in her being one of four new inductees into the Garfield Hall of Fame on Jan. 20. “It is an honor,” the 2015 Garfield...
Garfield G-Men boys’ basketball edges Leopards, ends losing streak
Over the course of the Garfield G-Men boys’ basketball team’s five-game losing streak, Coach Matt Hill said that the team had shown flashes but needed to put together a complete game. They finally did so when they triumphed 60-58 against Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier foe Liberty last Friday evening in Youngstown. “We needed a win any way we...
Garfield High School to honor 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees
The James A. Garfield High School Hall of Fame committee has announced its Hall of Fame induction class for 2025, recognizing four individuals for athletic achievement, coaching excellence, and post-graduate accomplishment. The 2025 induction class includes Edie Svonavec (Class of 2015), Vinny Sisson (Class of 2006), Aaron Gilbert, and Mike Moser. Edie Svonavec, a 2015 graduate, is being inducted in recognition...
Garfield, Crestwood and Ravenna set to new Portage County-based league
Less than a year after the official disbandment of the Portage Trail Conference (2024-2025 school year), a new conference is on the rise with an official announcement on Jan. 16 that the local Portage County schools are reuniting to form the eight-team Portage County league and will begin in the 2027-28 school year. The new league will consist of seven...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
Seeking a venue for the group’s centennial celebration took up most of the discussion at the January 19, 2026 meeting of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary. Size of the guest list, level of formality and availability of parking were among the prime considerations for decisions, complicated by the date–Thursday,June 11, 2026–a prime time for weddings and graduations, taking up availability of...
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Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave, (330)469-2044. NO book or fees required. Farmington Senior...
Area Schools Announce Formation of a New Athletic Conference
Communities across Portage County and the surrounding area are proud to announce the formation of a new athletic league. Beginning with the fall 2027 athletic season, the conference will bring together eight schools with deep-rooted traditions, strong community pride, and a shared commitment to student-athlete success. The new conference will include the following member schools: James A. Garfield, Southeast, Mogadore,...
Garrettsville Library Closed Temporary for Renovations
The Garrettsville Library is closed for renovations through Saturday, January 24th,” Annie Zwisler, PCDL Public Relations and Development Manager shared recently. “We’re working to create a more accessible and welcoming space,” she explained. According to PCDL Library Director Jonathan Harris, the last upgrade at the branch took place in the 1990s, so a refresh will be welcome change. “The renovations...
20th Century Club News
Stepping off boldly into their one hundred and twenty-fifth year, the Twentieth Century Club of Garrettsville met at the home of Iva Walker, assisted by Kathy Watson, on January 8, 2026 to launch their adventure with a program focussing on “how it used to be”. Leah Schultz presented the program on “the Old Timers” after having done research into past...
Garfield G-Men girls basketball guts out gritty win against Huskies
The Garfield G-Men girls’ basketball team continue to show the grit and resiliency which has eluded them for the last several years. The G-Men stormed back in the fourth period to defeat Cardinal 38-35 last Saturday afternoon at the JAG Fieldhouse. “This is a big game for several of our players and coaches,” said Garfield Coach Aaron Gilbert. “Last year,...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
The January 12, 2026 meeting of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary took place at the Garrettsville Family YMCA as the opening of this year’s “Lunch and Learn” series and hosted about 22 people. Ted Lysiak (moderator), Pat Singlyn, Michelle Herron, Dee Synnestvedt, Kim Curry and Sue Elam served as the panel of information-givers concerning the local response to needs of children...
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Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave, (330)469-2044. NO book or fees required. Farmington Senior...
Garrettsville Area Chamber of Commerce Sets 2026 Community Event Schedule
The Garrettsville Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors met on Monday, January 12, to finalize the schedule of community events planned throughout 2026, highlighting another busy year of activities designed to bring residents, visitors, and local businesses together. Kicking off the year will be Garrettsville’s St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, a family-friendly event featuring fun activities for all ages, including ...
TLC Health & Fitness Club Under New Management
“Exercise is primary prevention at its best,” notes Family Practitioner Dr. Jeffrey Ellerhorst. In his Garrettsville practice, it’s common for Ellerhorst to encourage his patients to exercise to avoid illnesses or to help exacerbate the effects of chronic conditions. Dr. Ellerhorst worked as a Physical Therapist for a decade before turning to Family Medicine, giving him firsthand knowledge of the...
Mike Moser adds to Garfield coaching legacy by reaching 100+ victory milestone
Finding stability as a football coach is no easy task but that is something that Garfield G-Men football Coach Mike Moser has achieved, having completed his 26th year of coaching the football team. In addition to having carved out a permanent coaching role, Moser has created an already impressive legacy, bolstered by earning his 100th career coaching victory in...
Harvey Louis Wensel
Harvey Louis Wensel, aged 84, of Durham, North Carolina passed away on December 28, 2025. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him – his family, his neighbors, his students, his friends, all the people who came in contact with him regularly. Harvey was born in Columbus, Ohio, on February 15, 1941. The son of Charles Lester Wensel...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
The January 5, 2026 meeting of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary was all about going forward, first covering current projects–lockboxes, dictionary distribution. RYLA(Rotary Youth Leadership Awards), gathering in June for which the local group will serve as contributing host, maintenance/ improvement of the Tom Collins Walking Trail, pix & illustrations pertaining to the history of Rotary in Garrettsville-Hiram (and availability of...
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Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave, (330)469-2044. NO book or fees required. Farmington Senior...
Portage County Junior High Tournament crowns champions at Garfield
Wrestlers from across Portage County competed Friday, Jan. 2, at the Portage County Junior High Wrestling Tournament, hosted by James A. Garfield High School, with champions decided across multiple weight classes. Tournament champions were determined through title brackets, with second place awarded to the championship runner-up. Additional placement matches were used to determine third, fourth and fifth place finishers. At 245...
Garfield G-Men wrestling crowns two champions, places fourth at D-III Classic
The Garfield G-Men wrestling team may have been short-handed at the annual Division III Classic Tournament at Waterloo High School last weekend, but they showed their mettle as two G-Men wrestlers finished as champions, and the team finished in fourth place with a score of 299.5 points in Atwater Township. “We are making do with what we have,” said Coach...
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Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave, (330)469-2044. NO book or fees required. Farmington Senior...
Community Spirit Shines Bright at NGCC’s Thanksgiving Celebration
Once again, our incredible community came together in the true spirit of generosity and compassion to ensure that every neighbor had a reason to give thanks this season. The Nelson-Garrettsville Community Cupboard (NGCC) is filled with gratitude for the outpouring of support that made this year’s Thanksgiving meal distribution such a tremendous success. Because of the collective kindness of our...
Twentieth Century Club News
The Twentieth Century Club of Garrettsville held their annual Christmas party on December 11, 2025 at the estate of member Jane Hill as snow and cold swirled outside and warmth reigned within. Members answered the roll call with personal favorites about the holiday–old days and cold days. Reminiscences ruled. Hearing bells–church, jingle, sleigh– were said to signal belief in...
Garfield G-Men girls’ basketball stays gritty, storm back to stun Southeast
After staying within striking distance throughout the game, the Garfield G-Men girls’ basketball team seized their opportunity in the fourth quarter, rallying in the final minutes to beat Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier and Portage County rival Southeast 53-46 last Friday evening at the JAG Fieldhouse in Garrettsville. “This was a big win for our girls,” said Coach Aaron...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
The Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary meeting on December 15, 2025 was looking forward to warmer times, specifically the upcoming celebration of one hundred years of Rotary in the community, on June 21, 2026. Final decision on details–location, etc.-- will be arriving in January, 2026. Other business included the following items: **Rescheduling of the Dictionary Project (originally set for a day of school closing.**Projects...
