Windham Township Board of Trustees addresses key road issues
The Windham Township Board of Trustees’ meeting last Thursday at Windham Town Hall was dominated by a list of key road issues, including fixing the broken guard rail at the turnpike entrance on Bryant Road. Trustee and Road Contact Brian Miller informed the board that he had spoken with the Portage County Engineer about fixing the guard rail and was...
Crestwood boys’ soccer finds offensive stride in loss against Girard
It has been a rude awakening for the Crestwood Red Devils boys’ soccer team in finding offensive success in the first year after graduating their leading goal scorer. Although the Red Devils enjoyed one of their best offensive matches in several weeks, it was not enough to overcome Girard in a 3-2 loss last Saturday afternoon at Arrowhead Stadium...
Garfield G-Men football rallies past Liberty to stay undefeated in league play
Despite trailing throughout the entire game against Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier foe Liberty on Friday night, the Garfield G-Men football team stormed back and stunned their league foes with a game-winning drive to claim a 35-34 victory at Leopard Stadium in Youngstown. “I think it just says a lot about our kids,” Coach Mike Moser said. “Things did...
Time For A W-A-L-K
Dogs and their humans, join us for one, two or three Hound Hikes this fall with Naturalist Karie – no registration required! Participants of any hike will also get some tips from our friends at Cold Nose Companions Dog Training and take home a keepsake “Adventure Ready” dog scarf to remember it by. This season’s hikes are Sunday, October 19,...
Crestwood football fizzles in second half, loses to Rootstown
The Crestwood Red Devils’ football team’s three-game winning streak was nice while it lasted. The Red Devils’ offense evaporated in the second half, losing 21-12 against Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division and Portage County foe Rootstown last Friday evening at Robert C. Dunn Field. “We had some hard times with penalties and some other stupid mistakes that we made,” Crestwood...
Crestwood School Board News
At their September meeting, Superintendent Aireane Curtis took time to publicly thank members of the Hiram Community Trust for all they do within the local community. Most recently, the Trust provided a grant for $6,000 that allowed Crestwood Primary School to purchase a special book vending machine. Curtis explained that students earn special coins for positive behavior. They can...
Huskies’ volleyball sweeps Skippers, strengthens grip on conference lead
The Cardinal Huskies’ volleyball team is one win away from winning the title in the Northeastern Athletic Conference Stars Division, sweeping league rival Fairport Harding 25-3, 25-16, 25-15 for their 14th consecutive victory in their home finale last Thursday evening in Middlefield. “We had a really good first game especially that set the tone,” noted Coach Michael Chaffee. “It was...
Mystery, Laughter, and Community Spirit Highlight NGCC Fundraiser
The Nelson Garrettsville Community Cupboard’s annual fundraiser had guests laughing, sleuthing, and celebrating Saturday evening as Murder at the Slurp and Burp Oktoberfest left attendees guessing “who dunnit?” Presented by Curtains Up Theatre, the interactive murder mystery was written and directed by Jackie Rinearson and performed by a talented cast of local actors and actresses. Their witty performances and clever...
Mary Ann Brockett
Mary Ann Brockett, 92, of Garrettsville, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. She was born September 18, 1932, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Harold and Leota (nee Parks) Ross. She was raised in Columbus, Ohio and graduated from West High School. Mary Ann then went to university and graduated from Otterbein College with a degree in English...
Introduction To Archery
If you’d like to reacquaint yourself with archery, or try the sport for the first time, Geauga Park District has you covered this fall, providing all the equipment and instruction you’ll need to get started. Sign up for an introductory session by registering at www.geaugaparkdistrict.org under Programs & Events, filtered by program activity Archery, or by calling 440-286-9516 between 10...
Show Your Library Card and Save with Portage County District Library!
October is all about showing your library card and saving big! We're teaming up with Portage County Small Businesses for a community-wide savings event. Show your PCDL card at participating local businesses and enjoy special discounts and deals during the month of October. It's a great way to save while supporting local shows and services! Participating businesses include: •...
Registration Open for Portage Substance Abuse Mental Health Conference Oct 30
The Portage Substance Abuse and Mental Health Conference will be held on October 30 from 8:00am-4pm at the NEW Center Ballroom at the Northeast Ohio Medical University in Rootstown hosted by the Mental Health & Recovery Board of Portage County. Dr. Nicole Labor, nationally recognized expert in addiction medicine will present on “The Addictoholic Deconstructed”, a powerful exploration of the...
We’re All Invited
Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays “THE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE SOLUTION. A scientifically proven program for preventing strokes and heart disease” by Richard Morre, MD PhD. 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,...
Cardinal School District hosts Military Appreciation Breakfast & Assembly on Nov. 11
Pride in the United States Armed Forces has existed in the Middlefield community for several decades and the Cardinal School District will demonstrate its support by hosting a Military Appreciation Breakfast & Assembly on Nov. 11 at Cardinal High School. “From everything I have seen, it has been a very important event and something our students and staff look forward...
Crestwood Scarlet Guard Roars Into 2025 Season!
The Crestwood Scarlet Guard Marching Band has kicked off its 2025 fall marching band season with a roar, earning top honors and national recognition with their competition show Wild Things. At their first competition on September 13, the band qualified for the OMEA State Finals, and was also named 1st place in Class A and Best Percussion. Just one...
Hiram volleyball sweeps tr-match, extends winning streak to 10 matches
The Hiram Terriers’ volleyball team has announced its presence in a big way this season, as they pushed their winning streak to 10 matches by sweeping Presidents’ Athletic Conference foe Saint Vincent College 25-11, 25-13, 25-23 and storming back to edge the University of Mount Union 23-25, 20-25, 26-24, 25-16, 15-7 last Saturday at Hiram College’s Price Gymnasium. “In the...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary entertained–and were entertained by–painter and muralist Dean Olson, who will be working on the latest iteration of the Welcome to Garrettsville mural project, which has been much-delayed but still in sight. He is the principal mover of the Wall Werks Studio doing Faux & Mural Painting Since 1995, “Your Walls Are My Canvas” and is willing to...
20th Century Club News
Members of the Twentieth Century Club of Garrettsville met on September 18, 2025 for an informative meeting reviewing the history of the organization–one hundred and twenty-five years-worth–as well as conversation and appreciation of a new venue in town–The Gathering Place, party and event space located at 8052 State St., Garrettsville. The amenities included serving spaces for food arrangements, a...
Garfield G-Men football strikes fast to dominate Southeast
The Garfield G-Men football team has finished the first half of Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier play with an undefeated record. They are in a position to keep rolling through the rest of league play after defeating MVAC Grey Tier and Portage County rival Southeast 48-10 last Friday evening at JAG Stadium in Garrettsville. “Our kids played well,” said...
Books A Go Go Bookstore takes root in Ravenna
After several years of travelling around Portage County, the mobile independent bookstore Books a Go Go has found a permanent home, opening its doors to a brick-and-mortar store on Aug. 30 at 220 Main Street in Ravenna. “It has been everything I wanted it to be, plus some. I have loved the response of everybody, and I am happy to...
Shirley Ann Matzek
Shirley Ann Matzek, of Hiram, passed away on September 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 6, 1935, and on June 6, 1954, she married the love of her life, Jack E. Matzek. Together, they shared many wonderful adventures, traveling the country in their motor home and spending winters in Florida. Shirley was a devoted wife,...
Wayne Edward Hall
On September 21, 2025, Wayne Edward Hall departed this life peacefully and entered the Gates of Heaven, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, and strength. Wayne was born on March 20, 1936, in Revere, PA, the son of the late Earl Hall and Thelma (Riggar) Hall. He grew up in the Uniontown, PA, area, where he developed a strong...
Burton Public Library to host 42nd annual Community Art Show
Once again, the creative talents of Geauga, Lake and Portage County residents will be on full display as the Burton Public Library will host its 42nd annual Community Art show next week beginning on Tuesday and running through Saturday at 14588 West Park Street. “I would say it is a way for the community to be able to showcase their...
Ravens’ football plagued by early miscues in loss against Colts
The Ravenna Ravens’ football team has shown flashes of success periodically this season but are still searching for a complete game. The Ravens were defeated 23-7 by Metro Athletic Conference Rival Cloverleaf last Friday evening at Portage Community Bank Stadium in Ravenna. “There are things we cannot do,” said Coach Brian Coman. “Some of it is discipline. Some of it...
Porter Xavier Lyons
Porter Xavier Lyons, a writer, poet, linguist, and game master, passed away on September 16, 2025, in Silver Spring, Maryland. Born on October 29, 1993, Porter’s life was filled with creativity and passion for literature and the arts. He graduated from the University of Dayton, where he was a resident assistant at Founders Hall (making it into the RA...
Adult Book Club
This adult book club brings the community together for dinner and an off-site, after-hours discussion of hot new titles! Registration preferred. Looking for a chance to chat about the latest titles in popular fiction, romance, and sci-fi/fantasy? Consider joining Sarah (the Reference Librarian) once-a-month at Cal's II (8301 Windham St, Garrettsville, OH 44231) from 6:30 – 8:00 pm for dinner...
Haunted Places Around Ohio
Sit back & prepare to be captivated by stories & more from haunted places around Ohio! Greg will bring ghost hunting equipment to the Aurora Library on Friday, October 10 from 7:00 – 8:30 pm and explain how it works. Limited to 25 participants. Register here: https://events.portagelibrary.org/event/14126089. Join speaker, author, and investigator Greg Feketik of Tri-C Ghost Hunters as he...
JA Garfield Historical Society News
The September 15, 2025 meeting of the James A. Garfield Historical Society covered a broad range of topics, including : The return of the time capsule rock…Crane’s crane to be placed in the Society’s small–but lovely–garden…technical difficulties with the replacement of metalwork in the Maple Ave. cemetery–a learning opportunity…expansion of the project involving the summer intern, some high school students...
We’re All Invited
Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays “THE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE SOLUTION. A scientifically proven program for preventing strokes and heart disease” by Richard Morre, MD PhD. 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,...
Up-Cycle a T into a Camouflage Shirt
Learn to customize black t-shirts into bespoke camouflage prints using foraged leaves and bleach gel! This event will take place at the Windham Library on Saturday, October 11 from 11:00 – 1:00 pm and will be outdoors. Limited to 6 participants. Register here: https://events.portagelibrary.org/event/14189866. Come and forage the AMETEK Food Forest for unusual leaves to use in this solar-fueled art...