Freedom Twp. Historical Society News
Freedom Township Historical Society is pleased to announce its first program for 2026 which is being sponsored by Freedom, Mantua, & Shalersville Historical Societies....
We’re All Invited
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 ....
New Fund To Support Community Projects
The Mantua-Shalersville Area Chamber of Commerce and the Portage Foundation are looking for volunteers. They need community help in setting up a new grant...
Record Arsenal spins its doors open in Ravenna
The Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the grand opening of the vintage vinyl record store, Record Arsenal, last...
62nd Mantua Ox Roast Fair Plans Well Underway
St. Joseph Church in Mantua is hitting the ground running with the Ox Roast Fair, which is being held on July 17th, 18th and...
Annette Louise Wenger
Annette Louise Wenger, 90, of Garrettsville, OH, went home to her Lord and Savior Monday, April 27, 2026. She was born January 23, 1936,...
Francis Raymond Modliszewski
Francis Raymond Modliszewski passed from this life on the evening of April 17, 2026. He was born in Chewton, Pennsylvania, on January 28, 1940,...
Jim Wiedie returns to roots as new Hiram women’s basketball coach
After spending four years out of state coaching women’s college basketball, Jim Wiedie yearned for a homecoming and found his way back by becoming...
Crestwood baseball rallies but finishes short of Mentor
The Crestwood Red Devils baseball team’s offense was stifled for six innings against Mentor but finally mounted a rally in the seventh frame but...
Celebrate Portage Nominations Open
Nominations are open for the Celebrate Portage County annual awards. The awards recognize any events, people, or projects that contributed to making Portage County...
Jennifer Fitzwater hosts speaking event at West Main Street Winery on May 11
Local residential cleaning business owner Jennifer Fitzwater has scheduled a series of speaking events across Portage County to discuss the benefits of environmental hygiene,...
Monkey Business & More: Memories of the Nelson Ledges Amusement Park
If history with a beer sounds interesting, then join us at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 19 at Garrett’s Mill & Brewing Co. in Garrettsville...
G-H Rotary Report
The May 4, 2026 meeting of Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary boasted the presence of a visitor–Kim Ewell of Hiram--who offered some information on the new Downtown...
The Fever Returns
Every year in a small village located in northern Portage County of Ohio a fever breaks out that sweeps through the village and affects...
Badgers’ softball erupts to take down Rockets, stumbles late against Tigers
The Berkshire Badgers’ softball team experienced a roller coaster of highs and lows, first beating Streetsboro 10-4 to extend their winning streak to eight...
We’re All Invited
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 ....
CCC Fills May with Fun
Every Wednesday, the Crestwood Community Center (CCC) is open at the Lodge at Buchert Park in Mantua with a full schedule of activities. On May...
Shalersville Historical Society to host first annual Classic Car Show
The Shalersville Historical Society is joining in the annual mid-year festivities around Portage County by hosting its first annual Classic Car Show at 9154...
Hiram College renovates Price Gymnasium’s Hollinger Court
The Hiram Terriers’ indoor sports teams home court will look different in the 2026-2027 season, as the Athletic Department contracted Ohio Flooring to completely...
Messages of Hope Shared Across Portage County for Mental Health Month
In recognition of Mental Health Month, messages of hope and support are being distributed throughout Portage County. A total of 3,000 coffee sleeves and...
Best Pet Cremation To Close
After careful consideration over the past nine years and extensive discussions with family and friends, we have made the decision to permanently close Best...
Spring Bird Walks in Hiram
This is the time that many birds are moving north to nest in our area or to go further north to breed. Many travel...
Berkshire baseball rallies late, tops Orange in late innings
The Berkshire Badgers’ baseball team had not mustered much offense in the first five innings against Chagrin Valley Conference foe Orange but came on...
Hiram Township and Village Hold Joint Meeting
After several major changes involving the Hiram Fire Department in recent months, residents from Hiram Township and Village have a chance to gather to...
Berkshire promotes Franks to head girls’ soccer coach
Since arriving in Burton in 2021, Stephanie Franks has had a hand in developing the youth for the Berkshire Badgers girls’ soccer program. After...
JA Garfield Historical Society News
The James A. Garfield Historical Society met on April 20, 2026, welcoming a new member and dealing with numerous business items such as the...
Ravens’ baseball jumps on Cowboys early to claim victory
The Ravenna Ravens’ baseball team mounted an early lead and erupted late against Youngstown Chaney, snapping their six-game losing streak to win decisively 9-3...
League of Women Voters watch party, PBS Great Performances: Suffs
The League of Women Voters chapters serving Northern Portage County, Kent, and Geauga County will host a free public screening of the Tony Award–winning...
Shalersville Historical Society Meeting
Shalersville Historical Society's monthly meeting will be Thursday May 7 at 7 PM at the museum located at 9154 St Rt 44. Now that...
Know The Facts – Community EMS District Additional Levy
Let’s talk about Community EMS District. Community EMS Distict is a tax funded public agency that provides emergency medical services for the Village of...
























