Windham Township Board of Trustees appoints members to the Portage Foundation Donations Coordination Team
When the Windham Township Board of Trustees convened last Wednesday evening at Windham’s Town Hall, Portage County Emergency Management Director Ryan Shackelford asked the board to name a trustee to the recently founded Portage Foundation Donation Coordination Team to help develop a rubric on how to distribute relief funds to those affected by the F1 tornado. “We have discussed how...
Historical Society to Host Cemetery Tour
The Windham Historical Society invites the community to join a guided walking tour of the town’s historic cemetery on Monday, July 15, at 6:30 PM. Participants will learn about the lives and achievements of notable Windham residents during this tour. The event is limited to 20 participants and will begin outside the library/Renaissance Center, from where attendees can carpool to...
JAG Schools awarded USDA Healthy Meals Incentives Grant
Innovative offerings will find a home in a renovated Commons space James A. Garfield Local Schools is thrilled to announce the receipt of the USDA Healthy Meals Incentives Grant. This highly competitive federal grant has been awarded to JAG in the amount of $115,641 and will be used to purchase new equipment for the kitchen at the Middle/High School, significantly...
Brian Coman flocks home as new Ravenshead football coach
Coach Brian Coman was unsure if he would ever get a chance to be a head high school football coach despite having been an assistant coach for 26 years. His time has finally come, as he was named Ravenna’s new football coach on June 7. “It means a lot and I am glad that the community, the school board and...
Cruisin’ into Garrettsville: Celebrating 36 Years of Classic Cars
When it comes to enjoying the summer, there are very few things that Garrettsville residents enjoy more than taking in the Garrettsville Cruise Night car shows. Although two shows have already been held, there are still three more to look forward to, with the third one taking place on July 20 on Main Street. “There are some that are really...
James A. Garfield Historical Society ready to open time capsule
It was 100 years ago when the Garrettsville Women’s Study Group planted a time capsule at the base of the monument in front of the old Opera House. The time has come to open that time capsule and the James A. Garfield Historical Society will hold a ceremony on Saturday open the capsule to discover what their ancestors left...
Christmas in July Car, Craft, and Vendor Show on July 13
Freedom Township will host the Christmas in July Car, Craft, and Vendor Show on Saturday, July 13, starting at 10:00 AM at the Freedom Town Hall, located at 8966 St. Rt. 700, Ravenna. This event will feature a variety of vendors and crafters, offering a selection of old and new classics. Attendees can also participate in a gift basket...
Crestwood grad J.P. Wrobel ready to grapple with fire
Crestwood Red Devils’ graduate J.P. Wrobel is used to being in high-pressure situations throughout his four years as a varsity wrestler. The winningest wrestler in school history may have retired his singlet, but he will continue putting it all on the line as he prepares to begin his training to become a firefighter in Mantua. “It takes a lot of...
Hiram College graduate Grace Wilson rises to first assistant with Youngstown State volleyball
Hiram College graduate Grace Wilson aspires to become the head coach of a college volleyball program one day and is getting closer to reaching her goal. The 2017 Terriers’ alum is now coaching for a Division I program, having been named as the first assistant coach for Youngstown State University on June 4. “I am definitely really excited,” Wilson told...
Portage County District Library
Portage County District Library For immediate release: A team of Viking reenactors will be showing off their Viking skills and weapons at the Windham Library on Tuesday, July 9 from 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. Participants will hear stories about Vikings and their lives. Open to all ages! Find more information here: https://events.portagelibrary.org/event/10702915. From: Annie Zwisler, Public Relations and Development Manager 330-527-5082...
The Wiener Guy food truck becomes Portage County staple
In the summer of 2020, Ravenna resident Cory Rabatin only had a hot dog cart, two tables and a tent to promote his new food business, The Wiener Guy. Four years later, The Wiener Guy has become one of the most sought-after food trucks in Portage County. “I get told all of the time we make hot dogs fun. I...
Garden Club of Kent to Host Annual Horticultural Show
The Garden Club of Kent is inviting the public to participate in its annual Horticultural and Photography Show on Saturday, August 17, at the Ode to Joy Center, located at 480 Ravenna Road, Kent/Streetsboro, Ohio. The event is free and open to the public. Participants are encouraged to bring their best home-grown flowers, potted plants, herbs, vegetables, and plant-themed photographs...
Sip & Shop along Main Street at the end of July
On July 27, 2024, Main Street in Garrettsville will host a Sip n Shop event from noon until 8 PM. This popular event brings together local wineries, artisans, and live music for a day of community celebration. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample wines from a variety of local wineries, including LaLeure Vineyards Winery, Nauti Winery, It's Your Winery,...
Heritage Festival takes over Kent this Saturday
The annual Kent Heritage Festival will be held on Saturday, July 6th, offering a variety of activities for the entire community. The all-day event will feature a classic car show, live music on two stages, and a children’s play and activity area. Public safety demonstrations will be offered by the Kent Police and Fire departments, with vehicles on display for...
Portage County District Library
Portage County District Library Join the Aurora Cooks! Cooking Club on Monday, July 8 from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Aurora Library to have a luau! Limited to 10 participants. Register here: https://events.portagelibrary.org/event/10598509. This event is for adults. Aurora Cooks! is a group of home chefs and food enthusiasts who meet to chat about recipes, cookbook authors and more. Each...
Celebrating Creativity at Mantua’s Summer Festival
On Saturday July 13th, the much-anticipated summer art festival returns to the heart of Mantua. The day-long street festival encompasses both sides of East Prospect Street, and features local and regional artisans selling ceramics, paintings, pottery, jewelry, photography, metal art, woodwork and hand-blown glass. Local wineries will offer tastings, and local restaurants and food trucks will be available to...
Reed Memorial Library Holds Summer Walking Tour Series
Reed Memorial Library is hosting a series of walking tours from June through August to celebrate the 225th anniversary of Ravenna's founding. The tours are held at 5:00pm and are weather dependent. Participants are advised to dress accordingly and wear comfortable walking shoes. Each tour will commence in front of the library. The schedule for the remaining tours is as follows: July...
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Book Review at YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays OUTLIVE The Science & Art of Longevity by Peter Attia, MD Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: A manifesto on living better, longer, challenging conventional medical thinking, revealing an approach to prevent chronic...
A night of celebration for the Burton-Middlefield Rotarians
On June 26, 18 Burton Middlefield Rotarians, 9 spouses, and approx. 20 invited guests enjoyed a fantastic evening at the “Glass Asylum” party center in Chagrin Falls. They were entertained by music from the Rockability music group who did their usual great job. Tasty Mexican food was supplied by Coyote’s Restaurant in Bainbridge along with good bar service for the...
Portage County District Library
For immediate release: Join the Garrettsville Library on Wednesday, July 10 from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. for this month’s Spicy Romance Book Club! This month we will be reading “Fangirl Down”. by Tessa Bailey. Limited to 30 participants. Register here: https://events.portagelibrary.org/event/10606363. A limited number of copies are available at the Garrettsville Circulation Desk, or look for the eBook through Libby...
Berkshire alum Lucas Stoddard captures gold medal at U23 Pan-American Championships
Since wrestling at the collegiate level, Berkshire Badgers’ graduate Lucas Stoddard has learned a few things. One of the most important things he has learned is to trust his instincts. It has been a lesson well-learned, highlighted by the 125-kilogram Army freshman going 4-0 to capture first place as member of Team USA at the U23 Pan-American Championships on...
Hiram College welcomes transfer class consisting of former Notre Dame College students
When Notre Dame College announced on March 4 it was closing its doors after the spring semester, Hiram College was one of several universities that offered spots for the student transfers. As Hiram prepares for the 2024-25 school year, its incoming transfer class will be dominated by former Notre Dame students. “It is clear that Notre Dame has a really...
Portage Foundation opens 2024 grant cycle
The Portage Foundation is accepting applications for its 2024 grant cycle from June 1 to August 31. Nonprofit organizations providing services in Portage County may apply for grants in the following categories: children, health, human services, arts and culture, the environment, animal welfare, education, and economic development. Applications must be submitted through the Foundation’s website: https://portagefoundation.org/grants. Typical grants range...
Cardinal approved to join Northeastern Athletic Conference next year
The Cardinal Huskies will be giving it everything they have to win as many Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division championships as they can this year. As of June 13, Cardinal was unanimously approved to join the Northeastern Athletic Conference by the principals and athletic directors for the 2025-26 season, making this the final year it will compete in the...
Yoder Brothers Foundation will host fifth annual reverse raffle
Although it has been around for over 20 years, the Yoder Brothers Foundation is still creating new events to bring to Geauga County. The Foundation will host its fifth annual reverse raffle fundraiser at the E.O.U.V. event venue in Newbury on July 12 beginning at 6 p.m. “The Foundation has been in place for 27 years and we previously did...
Summerfest kicks off timewarp weekend this Friday
When Garrettsville’s Summerfest first took place in 2005, organizer Aaron King acknowledged it was hard to generate interest. Now, whenever the event rolls around each summer, availability quickly fills up and it appears this will be another packed house when the annual summer festival begins this weekend. “We have two stages of entertainment, a lot of live music, contests and...
2024 Have A Heart Spay/Neuter Program
It’s Kitten and Puppy Season, and soon shelters will be flooded with adult mothers and their offspring surrendered for adoption. 3.2 million cats and a 3.1 million dogs find themselves in a shelter every year – either born in a shelter, surrendered, or abandoned (ASPCA, The Humane Society and dogster.com data). For 48 years Valley Save-a-Pet has been helping pet...
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Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary--June 24, 2024 The June 24. 2024 meeting of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary club was largely spent in reviewing the recent golf outing held at SugarBush Golf Club as a fund-raiser for the recently-begun Tom Collins Memorial Rotary Walking Trail at Garrettsville’s South Street (Bill Phelps) park. The verdict was decidedly favorable, despite the crushing heat and participants were happy...
Portage County Amateur Radio Service club holds annual Field Day
Even in a new age of technology, amateur radio service continues evolving to stay current. The age of amateur radio remains popular when the Portage County Amateur Radio Service club, an organization of amateur radio hobbyists, hosted its annual Field Day last Saturday afternoon at Freedom Township Community Park. “We have a lot of fun with the amateur radio,” Media...
Windham honors longtime basketball CoachMarty Hill by naming street in his honor
The date of June 17 now carries a special meaning in the hearts of Windham residents. Mayor Lawrence “Mac” Cunningham honored longtime Bombers boys’ basketball Coach Marty Hill by naming a part of Bauer Avenue Marty Hill Drive in a private ceremony last Monday at Windham High School. “It was special,” Mayor Cunningham told The Weekly Villager on June 21....
