Socks From Santa Makes Huge Impact
Garrettsville - We expect certain qualities from a leader: A bold vision, an inspirational plan, and discipline to see the project through to...
Crestwood School Board News
Mantua - At the last Board meeting, Superintendent David Toth shared some information on a new proposal under consideration by State Legislators to consider...
Recent Changes to Distracted Driving Law
House Bill 95, a new Ohio law aimed at cutting down on distracted driving in the State, recently went into effect, and it signifies...
PCDL Book Discussion Club
Garrettsville - The Book Discussion Club of the Garrettsville branch of the Portage County District Library will meet on Tuesday January 15, 2018, in...
Curtains Up Theatre to Bring “Clue” to the Stage
Garrettsville - The board game, “Clue” comes to life, on stage, with the Curtains up Theatre’s production of “Clue on Stage”. It’s a dark and...
A Very Special Shopping Excursion
Last Saturday morning, 27 kids from area families had the chance to do some Christmas shopping for themselves and their families at Target in...
Santa Pub Crawl Sets Record
Garrettsville - The Garrettsville Summerfest Santa Pub Crawl was a smashing success with a record-breaking number of participants. December 8th’s crawl drew 115...
Garrettsville Receives An Early Christmas Present
Garrettsville - What happens when a community comes together? Great things! On December 12th, the Village of Garrettsville received a gazebo that was donated...
K&K Meat Shoppe a Local Treasure in Mantua
Mantua - Stepping inside the K & K Meat Shoppe, you’re engulfed in the aroma of smoked sausages and if you’re lucky, the succulent...
Windham Holds the Fourth Annual Christmas Celebration
Windham - The Fourth Annual Parade of Lights and Polar Express, Christmas Celebration was held in Windham this past weekend. Although the weather was...
Hiram Township News
Hiram Twp - At their last meeting, architect Hal Stamm presented preliminary details and information regarding the septic system at the new building. ...
News from Mantua Village
Mantua - On Saturday, December 15th from 3-4 pm, Portage Park District staff will host attendees on a journey about what happens during winter...
Nature’s Ornaments
From evergreens to icicles, the beauty of the holiday season can be seen in Nature. Try your hand at making your own unique ornaments from...
Candlelight Christmas Service Invitation
This year will be my wife, Pastor Janie and my ninth year celebrating Christmas with the First Congregational Church of Freedom. This will be...
New Adventures donates 150 canned food items to the 4C’s Food Cupboard
Mantua - For the month of November, the New Adventures Early Learning Center students participated in a canned food drive to be donated...
A Successful Warm Hearts, Warm Kids Coat Drive
Portage County - Each year members of the Portage County Insurance Association, a collection of Insurance Agents and vendors throughout Portage County hosts a...
Middlefield Keeps the Grinch from Stealing their Christmas
Middlefield - How do decorated trees, a craft show, the Grinch, fireworks, Cindy Lou Who and present snatching work together? If you said Merry...
Angus McDougall Recognized as Ohio History Teacher of the Year
Mantua - At a recent School Board meeting, 2018 Ohio History Teacher of the Year, Angus McDougall was recognized by State Coordinator Christian Pascarella...
ACT Prep Workshop Jan. 12 at James A. Garfield High School
New workshops this winter will offer one-day sessions packed with review and strategies for time-strapped students to achieve higher ACT scores.Area students will master...
Hiram Police Receive AAA Platinum Award
Hiram - In public comment, resident Daniel Burdecki inquired about the potential for US Mail delivery to his home in the village. He noted...
Thank You from the JAG Historical Society
The James A Garfield Historical Society would like to thank everyone who helped with our Christmas Walk 2018. It takes a village of volunteers...
Mantua Township Historical Cemeteries Restoration Project
The Mantua Township Historical Cemeteries Restoration Project is a recently established group for those interested in the Pioneer and Eastlawn Cemeteries in order to...
Garfield Lego Teams Compete In Regional Competition
Garrettsville - On Sunday, December 2, five Lego teams from James A. Garfield traveled to the regional competition in Aurora. It was a...
Ravenna Community Choir Presents Rhapsody in Bluegrass
Ravenna - Please join us for a fun-filled afternoon when the Ravenna Community Choir presents a new Christmas cantata, Rhapsody in Bluegrass by Joseph...
Creativebug: Holiday DIY Ideas for a Memorable, Crafty Holiday Season
Portage County District Library recently announced the addition of Creativebug to its Digital Library collection and there’s no better time than the holiday season...
Mental Health First Aid Class January 2019
Mental health challenges – such as depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders– are common in the United States. In fact, more than one in...
Portage County Historical Society and Museum Open House
The Portage County Historical Society and Museum will host its annual Open House from 1 to 4 pm. on Saturday, December 15. PCHS Historian Wayne...
Portage County Genealogical Society
The Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will meet Saturday, December 1, 2018 at the Portage County Historical Society at 10:00 a.m....
Hiram to Host Free Photography, Conservation, and Reflection Lecture Series
As part of The New Liberal Arts, Hiram College will host a Photography, Conservation, and Reflection Lecture Series featuring artist- and adventurer-in residence, Daniel...