Destination Imagination Competition at Hiram College
Hiram - This past weekend, 60 student-led teams from 12 area schools converged at the Hiram College campus for the District 15 Destination Imagination (DI) Competition. DI is an educational program where student teams solve open-ended challenges, then present their solutions at regional, state, and global tournaments. Competitors range in age from Early Learners (ages 4 through 7) to High...
Quilts and the Underground Railroad
Newton Falls - The fifth grade students of Newton Falls Middle School recently had a guest speaker to discuss the topic of the Underground Railroad. Jean Watkins, was invited by Miss Megan Perrine to speak about this era of history and share her talents for quilting with her social studies classes. Mrs. Jean Watkins has a background of arts and...
Over 5,000 Easter Eggs!
Over 5,000 eggs will be filled with candy and contain special prize tickets from the Ravenna Women of the Moose. Check out the times below for each age group's egg hunt times. Be sure to bring a bag, basket or container for the candy you find in your eggs. This annual event is held rain, snow, or shine. We hope to see you there!
Garrettsville – Hiram Rotary Report
Garrettsville - It was a buoyant mood at the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club on Monday, March 16 as the group heard from incipient new member, Adam Jenkins, of Edward Jones Investments, and Megan Ryser, of Garfield High School, who will be competing in the 4-Way Speech Contest, representing the local club. The group agreed to hold reports to presentation at the...
The Garfield Alumni Association Is Looking For You!
Garrettsville - The Garfield Alumni Association is giving a heads-up to all individuals who attended—that’s graduates, plus—the schools/townships which make up the James A. Garfield Local District; that’s Freedom, Garrettsville, Nelson, the eastern remnants of Hiram, pieces-parts of Charlestown or Windham. If you’re a G-Man, listen up! Mark September 19th, 2015 on your calendar This will be the 10th anniversary...
Caring Bunny expanded to a morning of fun activities for children on spectrum
Started three years ago by Autism Society of Ohio, this annual event is dedicated to making sure that families with children with special needs have the opportunity to enjoy seasonal traditions like the Bunny Photo Experience.
Jack Joins Garrettsville Police Department
Garrettsville - The Garrettsville Police Department is pleased to announce that our new K-9 team has been selected. Ptl. Keith Whan and his new partner Jack started training on March 16, 2015. They will graduate on April 24, 2015 as a certified K-9 team through the State of Ohio. They will be certified in utility and narcotics detection.
2015 Ohio Forestry and Wildlife Conservation Camp Scholarship
The Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is pleased to offer scholarship funding for the 2015 Ohio Forestry and Wildlife Conservation Camp, held June 7-12, 2015 at FFA Camp Muskingum in Carroll County.
One Year Later: Signs of Life Beneath the Ashes?
Garrettsville - Everything changed on March 22, 2014. Like the day the music died, that date altered local history irreversibly. The Great Garrettsville Fire ripped through the Buckeye Block on Main Street, taking with it 14 businesses, a once-familiar skyline, and 160 years of history.
A Great Day for Goodnight’s
Hiram - “This is the next phase of our 36 years in the business,” shares Goodnight’s Kitchen & Bath, Inc. owner Jerry Goodnight, Junior. And it’s a great day in Hiram Village, as the family-run business relocates from their long-time home in Garrettsville. The Goodnights were unable to find space to suit their needs in Garrettsville. Thanks to a...
Portage Park District Foundation Announces Award Winners
Portage County - The 17th Annual Portage Environmental Conservation Awards Dinner will take place Saturday April 11th and will feature a reception with music, hors d’oeuvres featuring local foods, a buffet dinner and more. The 2015 Portage County Environmental Conservation Award Winners to be honored at the event include: Environmental Education: Hiram College Tree House Project Environmental Activism: Downtown Mantua Revitalization...
Garrettsville – Hiram Rotary Report
The ladies and gentlemen of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club were pleased to host Ms Cheryl Warren, incoming District Governor of District 6630 ( Northeast Ohio) at their recent meeting on March 2. As it was their regular business meeting, their guest was able to get the lowdown on the many local projects and activities that Rotary pursues in the community.
Tree City Carvers: A Community Minded Club!
Kent - On February 17, 2015 the Tree City Carvers, of Kent presented a check for $250.00 to Scott and Trish Snyder of Hero’s Rock. After giving a talk at the carving club meeting, the members of the Tree City Carvers were so moved by the dedication of the Snyders to their cause that they voted to make a monetary...
News From Mantua Village
Mantua - According to Clerk-Treasurer Jenny August, Village Council has cancelled a public hearing that was originally scheduled for March 17th to discuss amending the zoning map of the Village, as specified in Ordinance 2015-01. Upon further consideration, Council voted to table the proposed ordinance, which will be reviewed and discussed at greater length in both Service and Finance...
Newton Falls East Side Cemetery Restoration Project
Newton Twp. - The Newton Township Cemetery Association held its first meeting of 2015 on January 15 at the Newton Township Administration Building. Members voted to continue with completing the restoration of the wrought iron fence at the East Side Cemetery on North Canal Street as the project for 2015. When weather permits, the third group of ten repaired...
Hiram Village Report
Hiram - At the last meeting of the Hiram Village Council, Police Chief Ed Samec reported that his Department received three grants in February. The first grant, from Ohio Criminal Justice Services, will outfit Hiram PD patrol cruisers with two in-car digital dash camera systems. The second grant, from the US Department of Justice, will be used to replace...
What Is Going On With Testing?
Garrettsville - Unless your address is “Under a Rock” Boulevard, you have most likely heard some degree of controversy surrounding testing in schools. The new tests have become a hot topic on social media and the buzz around the tests is becoming a distraction to education for students, staff, administration and parents. While we have met with many parents...
G-MEN Wrestlers Battle at Sectionals
Garrettsville - The Garfield G-Men High School Wrestling Team competed at sectionals held at Beachwood High School this past weekend. This proved to be a rewarding day for several G-Men wrestlers, finishing 5th out of 11 teams, with only 7 wrestlers competing. Leading off the G-men at 106# is Guy Peart. Guy was prelim favorite to battle for the 4th...
Portage County District Library Board of Trustees Announces New Board Officers
The Portage County District Library Board of Trustees announced its new board officers at a recent board meeting. The new board officers (pictured L to R) are Eileen Kutinsky, President; Deborrah Defer, Vice President; and Betty Clapp, Secretary. The Board meets at 5:30 pm on the third Thursday of each month. Meetings are open to the public. Meetings are...
Lady G-Men Win Section Title
Garrettsville - For the first time since 1997 the Garfield G-Men girl’s basketball team is making their second consecutive trip to the district semi-finals. Following Garfield’s convincing 48-23 victory last Wednesday against Champion; the Lady G-Men soared by the Hawks from Hawken 62-49 to earn their back-to-back sectional title. The wire-to-wire victories put Garfield at 16-7 on the season and puts...
Hiram students participate in AICUO Independent College Day in Columbus
Hiram - Three Hiram College students traveled to Columbus on Wednesday (February 25) to meet with key legislators and staffers in the Statehouse. Hiram Senior Su Latt and Juniors Laura Baskin and Jacob Vaughan spoke about the importance of the Ohio College Opportunity Grant, a need-based grant provided by the state government to help students attend college. They also...
Active Older Adult Wellness Center Opening March 2
So…. Here’s the skinny—could be literally—on what’s happening as “The Y” comes to Garrettsville. The facility is located at 8233 Park Ave. (the old Garfield Intermediate School, the old Garfield Middle School/Junior High, the old Garfield High School--once upon a time before the consolidation and the construction of the current Garfield High School in 1956); phone number is 330-527-2044. The Active...
This Is How We Roll: Weekly Bowling Stats
In the 9:00 Trio on February 7 Ryleigh Gough had the high game of 152 and high series of 407. Ryleigh has raised her average to 105 and it keeps going up. Kelly Stamnock had a very nice 148 game, 56 pins over her 92 average. Brooke Collins had one of her best days ever with games of 107,...
Students Collect Change to Make A Change
Mantua - American author Margaret Mead said, “Never believe that a few caring people can’t change the world. For, indeed, that’s all who ever have.” Crestwood Intermediate students Emmy Grebb, Aspen Baynes and Lilly Kuchenbecker were inspired to make a positive change in their community. They decided to become Change Bandits -- collecting pocket change from fellow students and...
Nelson Township Trustee News
Nelson Twp. – Residents gathered at the Nelson Community House on Wednesday, February 18th for the second trustee meeting of the month. Present were Fiscal Officer John David Finney; Trustees Joe Leonard, Mike Elias, and Tom Matota; Anne Mae VanDerHoeven and Chuck Vanek were also present. Jarrod Senk of Boy Scout Troop 65 gave a short presentation on his proposed...
The Orchid Ensemble
Hiram - The 2015 Watson Memorial Concert will feature the Orchid Ensemble, a Vancouver-based Chinese music trio which blends ancient musical instruments and traditions from China and beyond. They create a beautiful new sound, both creative and distinct. Acclaimed by Georgia Straight as “One of the brightest blossoms on the world music scene,” the Orchid Ensemblehas been tirelessly...
To Add Hydraulics or Not – Part II
I made the decision to have hydraulic brakes put on my 1930 Model “A”. The task is beyond my capabilities due to my age, arthritis, and a lack of machining capabilities. It is not as if there are antique auto restoration places on every corner and most modern auto shops would not go near this job. Where to...
News From Mantua Township
Mantua - Alex Forristal, Crestwood High School freshman from Scout Troop 575, led the Pledge of Allegiance to open a recent trustee meeting in Mantua Township. Next, Frank Horak reported on behalf of the Veterans Memorial Committee, that the time capsule of memorabilia relating to its installation has been buried. In addition, Mr. Horak also presented trustees with a...
Garrettsville Area Chamber News
The Garrettsville Area Chamber held their first meeting of 2015 in February at Facet Salon and Day Spa. After a review of the board minutes and finances the following information was shared. GarrettsvilleStrong Status Report As of February 6th, the Chamber's #GarrettsvilleStrong fund has raised just over $87,114 for rebuilding efforts! The GarrettsvilleStrong fund was established to raise funds which will...
Libraries partner with Geauga Hunger Task Force through March
Geauga County - All Geauga County Public Library locations are collecting food for Geauga families in need throughout the month of March 2015. People who would like to donate nonperishable food items may do so at the collection bins at the following locations: Bainbridge Library, Chardon Library, Geauga West Library in Chesterland, Middlefield Library, Newbury Library Station and Thompson...
