22nd Annual Spring Drive-It-Yourself Tour Returns May 16
The 22nd Annual Spring Drive-It-Yourself Tour returns on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., inviting residents and visitors to discover the charm, creativity, and hidden gems of Geauga County and the surrounding area. This cherished tradition attracts participants from across Northeast Ohio for a memorable day of adventure and exploration. It also aligns with America...
Daughters of the American Revolution plant Liberty Tree
The Molly Chittenden Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution celebrated Arbor Day and America’s 250th anniversary by planting a Liberty Tree on the campus of the Century Village Museum last Friday morning in Burton. “It commemorates everything that our ancestors did, and it honors them so we are hoping that maybe in 100 years, someone will walk by...
Badger boys’ volleyball storms back to triumph against Lions
The Berkshire Badgers boys’ volleyball’s three-match losing streak came to an end when they rallied to overcome Geauga County and Northeast Ohio Boys Volleyball League rival Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin in a five-set thriller 20-25, 31-29, 12-25, 25-20 and 17-15 last Friday evening at the McGarry Gymnasium in Chardon. “Kudos to NDCL, they were not going to give us anything,” said...
Grow Beauty That Gives Back
With spring being the perfect time to dig into something new and meaningful in your own backyard, Geauga Park District invites plant enthusiasts, gardeners and curious beginners alike to attend Native Wildflower Gardening on Saturday, May 9. Led by Naturalist Karie Wheaton at Big Creek Park’s Meyer Center from 1 to 2 p.m., this informative program will explore the many...
Red Devils’ softball squanders late lead against Tigers
The Crestwood Red Devils’ softball team was only one out away from sealing victory against Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division foe Chagrin Falls but the Tigers rallied to score two runs, and the Red Devils lost 8-7 in their second league game of the year last Thursday in Mantua. “It is a growing pain of being a little younger,” said...
Knowledge with Dawn
This week at the Middlefield Senior Center, Dawn Damante, MHA, CDP, of University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center, presented an informative session titled “Understanding Stress Later in Life” for local seniors. Dawn explained that stress does not simply disappear with retirement. In fact, later life often brings a unique set of transitions—changes in health, relationships, daily routines, and personal identity—that can...
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Sip N Shop Vendor Applications Being Accepted Call Today Sip n Shop on Main is taking applications for the event on July 25th from 2-7pm . Contact Jackie at rinearson05@frontier.com for an application 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...
Century Village welcomes Dr. Dan Rager for Maple Leaf Route Lecture
The Century Village Museum’s series of events celebrating America’s 250th anniversary will continue by welcoming local Ohio historian Dr. Dan Rager for an interactive presentation about the history of the Maple Leaf Route, an interurban railroad junction in Geauga Count from 1899-1925, on Thursday evening at 6:30 p.m. in Burton. “It is very exciting,” Volunteer Linn Walker told The Weekly...
Huskies’ baseball spins shutout against Wildcats in NAC debut
A year after recording only three wins, the Cardinal Huskies’ baseball team is only one win away from already matching their win total as they defeated Northeastern Athletic Conference Chalker 12-0 in a league crossover last Thursday in Middlefield. “We put the ball in play and hoped for things to happen,” said Coach Dan Wolf. “It was nice. We scored...
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Sip N Shop Vendor Applications Being Accepted Call Today Sip n Shop on Main is taking applications for the event on July 25th from 2-7pm . Contact Jackie at rinearson05@frontier.com for an application 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...
Berkshire boys’ volleyball engineers thrilling comeback victory against Rangers
The Berkshire Badgers boys’ volleyball team is already beginning to forge a new identity that demonstrates a gritty attitude, evidenced when they stormed back to defeat Northeast Ohio Volleyball Association rival Eastlake North in a 22-25, 16-25, 25-18, 25-15, 15-13 reverse (?) sweep last Thursday evening at Berkshire High School. “It is what makes the game fun that is for...
Chainsaw Safety Classes
Whether cleaning up storm damage, clearing invasive species, cutting firewood, or general property upkeep and maintenance, the chainsaw remains a foundational and efficient tool for residents and landowners. However, it can also be one of the most dangerous if used without training and caution. The Woodland Wednesdays partners, along with the Maple Producers of Northeast Ohio, are offering a Chainsaw...
Reasons why Ignoring HVAC Maintenance Can Be Costly
Presented by DeBord Plumbing & Heating of Chardon, Ohio There are countless reasons why ignoring HVAC maintenance can be costly. While many homeowners balk at the thought of annually hiring a professional HVAC technician to check on the status of all of their appliances —or attempt to do the required maintenance themselves— the cost of ignoring maintenance in the long...
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Sip N Shop Vendor Applications Being Accepted Call Today Sip n Shop on Main is taking applications for the event on July 25th from 2-7pm . Contact Jackie at rinearson05@frontier.com for an application 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...
Making The Grade: A Guide to Making Quality Maple Syrup
Join us for a hands-on workshop April 11th, 9:30–12:00, at the Patterson Center inside the Geauga County Fairgrounds, Gate 4 in Burton. We will dive into the details of Maple Syrup grading. Covering the official color grades—from Delicate to Very Dark—we’ll show you how to accurately test for density (Brix) and clarity. Bring a ½ pt or more 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...
Geauga Home and Garden Show Showcases the Best in Local Expertise
A celebration of home, garden and local craftsmanship returns to Amish Country The Geauga Home and Garden Show returns this spring with its largest footprint yet, bringing together more than 120 vendors across three buildings and two locations in Middlefield. Now in its 19th year, the annual event will take place Friday, March 27, from 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., and...
Summer Youth Aviation Camp 2026
The members of the Experimental Aviation Association Chapter 5 are proud to announce enrollment for their annual week-long day camp for middle school students (going into grades 7 through 11) who are interested in flying. The EAA Chapter 5 Summer Youth Aviation Camp will take place July 6-10 for new campers at the Geauga County Airport in Hangar 3 from...
Geauga SWCD is Hiring a District Technician
The Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District is currently accepting resumes for a Technician until March 31, 2026. Be part of a team that works toward protecting, managing, and improving natural resources by reducing erosion, enhancing water quality, and advising landowners on conservation practices and solutions. The District Technician duties generally will include but are not limited to providing...
Berkshire’s Danny Tiller lands eighth place in D-III state tournament
Berkshire Badgers’ senior Danny Tiller ended the program’s three-year drought of not fielding a state placer at the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division III state tournament, when he compiled a 2-3 record to take eighth place last weekend at The Ohio State University’s Jerome Schottenstein Center. “It means a lot to come down here and see what I can...
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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...
Get Your Hands (a little) Dirty!!
His Daughter Shop, located at 15425 W. High Street, Middlefield OH, will host their annual TERRARIUM WORKSHOP on the evening of Monday, March 23rd at 6:30 p.m. Join instructor, Teresa Runion, to design & create a gallon-sized mini ecosystem in a glass vessel. Instruction, substrate materials and your choice of plants, landscape accents, and décor provided. All participants will also...
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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...
Berkshire’s Danny Tiller wraps up D-III district title
A year after taking third in the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division III district tournament’s 190-pound bracket, it was full steam ahead for Berkshire Badgers’ senior 190-pounder Danny Tiller, who went 4-0 to claim the district championship the 190-pound bracket last weekend at Independence High School. “It was great to see,” noted Coach Dave Malkus. “In the finals, we...
Red Devils’ basketball plagued by slow start in season-ending loss against Tigers
The Crestwood Red Devils boys’ basketball team’s historic surge in the second half was halted when they were defeated by Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division foe Chagrin Falls 70-51 in the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division V Northeast 2 sectional championship last Saturday afternoon at the Ralph L. Quisenberry Gymnasium. “It was a very physical game,” said Coach Andrew...
Doug Velasquez prepared to reignite Cardinal football
Doug Velasquez is no stranger to working with small-town high school football programs and is ready to once again work his magic, having been formally announced as Cardinal’s new head football coach on Feb. 15. “The football program has been struggling and I have a passion for rebuilding things and fixing some things that have been struggling and I have...
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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...
Badgers’ wrestling earns third place at sectional tournament
The Berkshire Badgers’ wrestling team defended their home mats in style, finishing in third place with a team score of 148.0 points, crowning one sectional champion, advancing seven district qualifiers along with two district alternates last Saturday at the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division III Berkshire sectional in Burton. “It was great,” said Coach Dave Malkus. “Matches here and...
There’s No Place Like Home! Geauga & Portage SWCDs Offer Summer Educator Workshop
Attention Educators! Reward yourself with an enriching professional development experience on the shores of Lake Erie by attending the Advanced Wonders of Watersheds workshop. This comprehensive 3-day program offers valuable outdoor investigations, new resources, engaging activities, field explorations, optional graduate credit hours, and time to connect and rejuvenate! Join us Tuesday, June 23rd - Thursday, June 25th for learning...
Berkshire girls’ basketball fueled by strong first half, downs Pymatuning Valley
Although the Berkshire Badgers girls’ basketball team had not played in a competitive basketball game in two weeks, they rode a dominant first half to sink Pymatuning Valley 53-35 in the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division V Northeast 1 sectional championship last Saturday evening in Burton. “The girls came out strong,” noted Coach Dave Albert. “We were a little...
