Berkshire bowling fueled by a quick start tops Wildcats
According to Berkshire Badgers boys’ bowling coach Kevin Johnson, when everything is clicking, his squad can bowl with the best of them. Berkshire looked the part when it defeated Mayfield 2036-1496 last Thursday afternoon at the Rosewood Bowling Lanes in Oakwood. “We put them away early and really did not even give them a chance to come back,” Berkshire’s third-year...
Berkshire High School offers sports officiating class
The Ohio High School Athletic Association has suffered from a shortage of game officials for many years. Berkshire High School decided one way to solve that problem was to become the first school in Geauga County to offer a sports officiating class which started this fall. “We are not holding any of the students to decide to go on to...
Badger girls basketball stunned by Wolverines in season opening defeat
Forcing an opponent into committing 41 turnovers seems like a recipe for success. But the Berkshire Badgers girls’ basketball team squandered that advantage, losing 44-43 against Geauga County rival West Geauga in a Chagrin Valley Conference crossover game last Sunday afternoon at the Bernard Scott Academy’s Ohio Tip-Off Classic at Hiram College’s Price Gymnasium. “That’s where our inexperience showed in...
Badger girls basketball prepared to lean on athleticism to blow by opponents
The Berkshire Badgers girls’ basketball team learned what it felt like to be at the top when it earned a share of the Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division title with rival Kirtland last year. And despite graduating their entire starting five, Berkshire is ready to deal with the target on its back and win the conference championship outright. “This is...
December Delights Await at Burton Public Library
The Burton Public Library has unveiled an exciting lineup of events for December, promising fun-filled activities for both kids and adults. Read and Relax with NAMI Therapy Dogs Furry friends await at the Burton Public Library, inviting kids of all ages to drop in and unwind with therapy dogs. The event aims to create a soothing environment for reading and relaxation,...
Berkshire Local School District plans to build new softball and baseball fields
The Berkshire Local School District is in the final stages of completing it transition to the Kent State University Geauga Campus. The Kent State University Board of Trustees unanimously approved the BSLD’s plans to build new baseball and softball fields on the campus on Sep. 20. “It really completes our project and brings us full circle, having all of our...
Former Berkshire high school to be converted into sound stages, production studio
Hollywood is coming to Burton. Schoolyard Studio, a new video production company, recently broke ground at the old Berkshire High School on Sept. 12 in Burton. “It was very exciting a great relief,” Det Chansamone, Schoolyard Studio’s founder, told The Weekly Villager. “There are always delays and there are always issues with design and coordinating everything together and then dealing...
$75,000 Grant Awarded to KSU Geauga for Occupational Safety & Health Training to Protect Women in Geauga County
Workforce training—in both English and Spanish—is coming soon to small businesses in Geauga County, focusing on safety and health hazards that disproportionately affect women workers. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is part of the United States Department of Labor. As part of a $75,000 grant from OSHA’s Susan Harwood Training Grants Program, Kent State University at Geauga...
B-M Rotary Recognized At Annual Fundraiser
On Friday evening, Oct. 13, 2023, the Rotary Club of Burton-Middlefield (BMR) was one of the organizations recognized at the popular “Pasta with a Purpose” fund raiser held annually by the Red Tulip Project in Claridon Township. This is a Geauga County non-profit that focuses on women in crisis. They provide a home for these victims while they work...
Badgers volleyball succumbs to Hornets in sectional final
The Berkshire Badgers volleyball team could not sustain their momentum entering the playoffs. Berkshire’s postseason ended early when Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division foe Kirtland ousted them from Ohio High School Athletic Association Division III Northeast I Medina sectional championship 26-24, 23-25, 25-18, 25-19) last Saturday at Lakeview High School in Cortland. “Our block did not do enough to neutralize...
Honoring Heroes: Burton-Middlefield Rotary’s 2023 Jeep Invasion Raises Over $15,000
The Rotary Club of Burton-Middlefield (BMR) held its fourth annual Jeep Invasion on October 8, to raise funds for Veteran’s Services in Geauga County. The distribution of these funds will be administered jointly by the county Veteran’s Administration and BMR. Ten BMR members spent Saturday, Oct. 7 prepping for the event by stuffing gift baskets and goody bags and...
Cardinal Girls, Berkshire Boys Finish as Runners-Up at CVC Valley Division Meet
After defying expectations last season, the Cardinal Huskies girls’ cross-country team set out to prove last year was no fluke. Cardinal’s postseason quest got off to a good start when it took second place at the Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division, scoring 54 points with a 4-5-11-16-18 finish last Saturday at Middlefield. “It was pretty incredible,” said Coach Jenn Fekete....
Berkshire Football Capitalizes on Crestwood’s Miscues
There is not really a formula on how to recover after being defeated by a Northeast Ohio powerhouse like Kirtland. But the Berkshire Badgers’ football team bounced back, defeating Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division foe Crestwood 35-24 last Friday evening at Jack Lambert Stadium in Mantua. “To be honest we were very happy with how we played Kirtland,” said Coach...
Red Devils Soccer Uses First Half Flurry to Bury Badgers
A year ago, it seemed unlikely the Crestwood Red Devils boys’ soccer team would achieve ten wins in a season any time soon because of their small squad. But Crestwood continued defying expectations, defeating Chagrin Valley Conference rival Berkshire 4-2 in a crossover game in its regular season home finale last Saturday afternoon at Jack Lambert Stadium in Mantua. “This...
Badger Boys Soccer Holds Off G-Men
The Berkshire Badgers boys’ soccer team knows by now not to take Garfield lightly. The Badgers held their ground and survived a second-half surge from Garfield, winning 3-1 against their neighborhood county rivals last Thursday evening at Great Lakes Cheese Stadium in Burton. “My athletic director, Brian Hiscox, mentioned this had been a close rivalry for the last couple of years,”...
Badgers Football Fends Off Huskies, Retains Kinsman Cup
The Kinsman Cup will stay in Burton for another season. The Berkshire Badgers football team defeated their Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division foes and Geauga County rival, Cardinal, 45-28 last Friday evening at Great Lakes Cheese Stadium in Burton. “It’s nice to get the win for sure,” said Berkshire Coach Josh DeWeese. “We came out in the first half and were...
Discover Local Art at the 40th Burton Art Show
The 40th Annual Burton Art Show is back, presenting the artistic talents of Geauga, Lake, and Portage County residents. This event, hosted at the Burton Public Library's 2nd floor (14588 West Park Street, Burton, OH 44021), is a celebration of creativity and community. From October 3 to 7, visitors can immerse themselves in a diverse range of artworks, each portraying...
Badger Girls Soccer Continue Domination Against Red Wolves
It does not matter if the Cuyahoga Heights’ team name changed to the Red Wolves, the Berkshire Badgers girls’ soccer team still has their number. The Badgers remain undefeated in conference play and against their Chagrin Valley Conference Metro Division rivals, winning 4-1 last Thursday evening at Great Lakes Cheese Stadium in Burton. “We have come out on the winning side...
Small Businesses Invited to Free OSHA Trainings Provided by Kent State Geauga
Workers’ rights. Employer responsibilities. Risks, hazards. Protection, prevention. How should small businesses make sense of it all? Kent State University at Geauga is offering a free pilot training program for small businesses in underserved rural communities to help ensure safe and healthy workplaces. As part of its ongoing leadership commitment to regional workforce development, Kent State Geauga is now accepting...
Geauga County Fair’s 4-H 5K Steps Off September 3rd
On Sunday, September 3, 2023, runners will gather at The 201st Great Geauga County Fair to run in the 5th annual Great Geauga County Fair 4-H 5K and Fun Run. Running on a picturesque route through Ohio’s oldest continuous county fair, these runners will be helping support the yearly operations of four 4-H clubs in the county including Geauga...
Burton Middlefield Rotary Partners with KSU Geauga Through Initiation of Endowed Scholarship
Burton - On May 10, the Rotary Club of Burton-Middlefield (BMR) kicked off their new Endowed Scholarship for Nursing with Kent State University Geauga. The $25,000 Endowment generates funds for a student pursuing a career in the nursing field and is a collaboration between the Burton-Middlefield Rotary Club and KSU Geauga to increase nursing careers for local students who...
Burton Middlefield Rotary Will Host 3rd Annual Geauga County JEEP Invasion!
Geauga County – Don’t Miss it! On Sunday, Oct. 9, the Rotary Club of Burton-Middlefield will host the third annual JEEP Invasion event benefitting the Geauga County D.A.R.E. program. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) Be one of 180 Jeeps who will travel our beautiful Geauga County led by Sheriff Scott Hildenbrand. Meet at the Mayfield Road Drive In, 12091 Mayfield Road,...
Burton Public Library Art Show Call For Entries
Burton Public Library is looking for entries for the 2022 Burton Art Show to be held October 4-8 at the Burton Public Library, 14588 W. Park St., Burton, OH. Judges will be: Raymond Scott III (Art & 3-D Art - new category!), Callie Sour (Photography)Entry dates and times: Thursday, September 22, 9:30am-7:45pm, Friday, September 23, 9:30am-4:45pm, and Saturday, September 24,...
Burton-Middlefield Rotary gives to Cardinal
Middlefield - On Saturday, Aug.13, the Cardinal School District held a community get together at the Cardinal High School football stadium to provide an opportunity to meet many of the organizations in town that support the schools and students throughout the year. Burton-Middlefield Rotary was a participant and passed out information about their many and varied youth programs available through...
Burton-Middlefield Rotary Celebrates Completion of Their Fourth Annual Maple Splash Raffle with Successful Appreciation Dinner
Troy Township - The successful celebration of the Burton-Middlefield Rotary (BMR) club’s fourth Maple Splash Raffle took place during a banquet on the evening of Aug. 3 at the Welshfield Inn. Invited guests were representatives of many of the 33 sponsors of the raffle and 10 of the 18 Geauga County non-profits supported by raffle. Preston Super Store was...
The Great Geauga County Fair 4-H 5K and Fun Run
Burton - On Sunday, September 4, 2022, runners will gather at The 200th Great Geauga County Fair to run in the 4th annual Great Geauga County Fair 4-H 5K and Fun Run. Running a picturesque route through Ohio’s oldest continuous county fair and scenic Burton Village, these runners will be helping support the yearly operations of multiple 4-H clubs...
The Old Road… The Tractor Show Goes On
The Geauga County Historical Society Century Village Museum announces the Back In Time Power Show from July 29-31 from 8 AM to 5 PM each day. Step back in time as we showcase tractor and historical equipment of all kinds in a beautiful period setting. There will be a daily parade of equipment, flea market, barrel train, live demonstrations,...
Burton-Middlefield Rotary Hits A Grand Slam With This Year’s Maple Splash Raffle Festival
On Saturday, July 2, the Burton Middlefield Rotary held the 2nd Annual Maple Splash Raffle Festival at the Geauga County Historical Society’s Century Village in Burton Ohio. The event featured the Grand Drawing for the beautiful bright red Ford Mustang fastback provided by Pat Preston Super Store and dozens of other fantastic prizes. The well-known “Legacy” band provided great music...
“The Spectacular World of Dahlias”
Geauga County Master Gardener Volunteers present Sharon Swaney, noted dahlia authority* who will present “The Spectacular World of Dahlias” on Saturday, October 8, 2022 from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Sharon Swaney has been growing dahlias most of her life and will share what she has learned. Discover the many jaw-dropping forms and diversity of dahlias. Learn how to grow, store and show...
All About Beekeeping
Are you interested in learning what it’s like to be a Beekeeper? Join Master Gardener Volunteer and Beekeeper of 10 years, Susan Dunlap, for a presentation consisting of some basic bee biology, the responsibilities and challenges of being a beekeeper and the necessity of bees in the environment.Susan’s presentation, to be held on Saturday, July 23, 9:00 - 11:00...
