Windham Library Events
Everyone is invited to stop in Windham Library and make a card for Grandparents Day. Ready-made cards will be available to decorate and add a personal touch September 1-8. Windham Library invites parents to bring their children and teddy bears to “My Teddy & Me” storytime held every Monday, starting September 11, at 10:30 a.m. Storytime is an...
Congressional Advisory: How To Help Disaster Survivors In Texas
The compassion and generosity of the American people is never more evident than during and after a disaster. It is individuals, non-profits, faith- and community-based organizations, private sector partners, and governmental agencies working together that will most effectively and efficiently help survivors cope with the impacts of Tropical Storm Harvey. Please follow a few important guidelines below to ensure your...
Consider Becoming A Foster Parent
Geauga County has been experiencing an increase in the needs of families and children in the past several years. This has caused the demand for certified foster and adoptive parents to increase as well. There are many families in crisis in our own neighborhoods that require the supportive services of our agency. You and your family could be part...
It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane…It’s Clark Kent!
News Flash -- A mild-mannered superhero has joined the staff at the Crestwood School District. In case you missed the news, Clark Kent, a 19-week-old Silver Labrador Retriever, will join his Lois Lane, Nikki Johansen, helping with her work as a counselor at Crestwood Primary School in Mantua. “Kids respond to dogs in amazing ways,” Johansen explained. “I am hoping...
Sign Up For AstroTots!
Kids ages 3 to 5, some out-of-this-world new fun has come to town – Geauga Park District’s quarterly Astrotots programming at Observatory Park! Make sure your child is among the first class to enjoy Astrotots by registering for one of these sessions: Wednesday, August 23, 10 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 2 p.m., or Saturday, August 26, 1 to...
Experience The Extravaganza At Geauga Parks
August is packing Geauga Park District with up-close-and-personal caterpillar, moth and butterfly experiences! For tons of all-ages fun, hit the Caterpillar Extravaganza on Sunday, August 20, noon to 4 p.m. at The West Woods Nature Center. The highlight of this unique event will feature live, native caterpillars on their host plants in an open air display. Many of these stunning...
It’s all about the Birds & the Bees
Our world would be an entirely different place without pollinators. Many of the foods we eat, clothes we wear, medicines we need and the incredible diversity of nature we enjoy would not be found if it were not for these insects and other animals. Pollinators are a fascinating part of the natural world, and are essential for thriving ecosystems as...
News from Crestwood Schools
Although students have enjoyed a break from class schedules and homework, many Crestwood students have been just as busy this summer. On June 12th and 13th, the Crestwood High School Envirothon team traveled to Ohio Christian University in Circleville Ohio to compete in the 29th annual State Envirothon Tournament. The team (pictured above), which consisted of Karli Bigler, Alyssa...
Hiram Farm Family Festival Coming Soon
Quick! Mark your calendar for the Hiram Farm Family Festival, being held at11485 Garfield Rd. (St. Rtes.700 & 82), Hiram Ohio, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., August 26, 2017. This will be a FREE event, with all sorts of activities—2 bounce houses, hayrides, face painting, music, crafts, visits with farm animals—for the whole family. And there will be lunch...
PLC’s Catalog System Changes
The Portage Library Consortium (PLC) is pleased to announce the upcoming arrival of its new online catalog and circulation system on August 31, 2017. The PLC partners, Kent Free Library, Portage County District Library, and Reed Memorial Library, are now in the final stages of preparation before deploying the new system at the end of the month. Checkout and...
JA Garfield HS Fall Sports Schedules
Varsity Football Aug. 18 Mineral Ridge (Scrimmage) 6:00PM Aug. 25 @ Middlefield Cardinal 7:00PM Sep. 01 Cuyahoga Heights High School 7:00PM Sep. 08 @ Berkshire High School 7:00PM Sep. 15 @ Pymatuning Valley HS 7:00PM Sep. 22 Windham High School 7:00PM Sep. 29 Valley Christian (Homecoming) 7:00PM Oct. 06 @ Crestwood High School 7:00PM Oct. 13 Mogadore High School 7:00PM Oct. 20 Rootstown High School 7:00PM Oct. 27 @ Southeast...
It is time for the 39th Annual Potato Mantua Stomp
Grab your shoes and your family and join us on Saturday September 9, 2017 for the Mantua Potato Stomp featuring a variety of Stomp race options. This year the stomp offers a 1 mile fun run ($13, free to Crestwood students), a 4 mile run ($17), and, of course, the 9 miler ($20). There is a price increase for...
Summer Escapes: Reach for the Star
Connections between the sun, the moon, and the Earth drive the seasons, ocean currents, weather, climate, and more. And the sun -- our nearest and most visible star -- will be putting on quite a show for us this month, with the help of the moon. On August 21st, the continental US will be treated to a solar eclipse....
Garfield Community Allows Schools To Update Facilities
Students, parents, community members and visitors will be treated to numerous updates to the campus as school resumes on August 29th. Three major areas of the campus were updated with the help of an extremely supportive community. Stadium Three years ago the Garfield Board of Education partnered with the JAG All Sports Boosters to create Garfield’s Stadium Committee. They quickly met...
If It Ain’t Broke…
Garrettsville – Village officials present at the August 9th village council meeting, were Mayor Rick Patick, Village Solicitor Michele Stuck, Village Clerk Nancy Baldwin, and Council people Steve Hadzinsky; Tom Hardesty; Deb (Glass) Wordell; Sheri Johnson; Jeff Kaiser; and Becky Harrington. The meeting was called to order promptly at 7:30pm by Patrick. While reviewing the minutes of the previous meeting,...
James A Garfield Local Schools Bus Routes 2017/18
These times are estimated times. Please adjust your schedule after the 1st week of school to reflect the actual time. *Liberty street will be closed starting 8/29/17, the route will be adjusted. Times and places may be adjusted. **We are hoping that Center Street will have 1 lane open for the start of school. Delays may occur. We will do our...
7th Annual Charming Quilt Shop Tour Begins August 17th
Autumn beauty is bringing 12 quilt shops together along with hundreds of sewing enthusiasts for a celebration of quilting across northeast Ohio. The event, The 7th Annual Charming Quilt Shop Tour, runs from Aug 17 to Aug 26. Participants will be traveling across northeast Ohio to quilt shops from Cortland to Youngstown and Akron to Cleveland. The stitchers are going to...
Garrettsville – Hiram Rotary Report
The Rotary Club of Garrettsville-Hiram met in Cal’s II, Sky Plaza, Garrettsville on August 7, 2017, for their regular business meeting, which consisted of …. Contribution sign-up for potluck participation at the annual steak fry, to be held on aAugust 14 at 8289 Park Ave., Garrettsville, Party Center par excellence. Also a count of members and guests to be attending. Brief...
Safe Internet Exchange Zone
Newton Falls - Newton Falls Police, Chief Gene H. Fixler announces the creation of a "Safe Internet Exchange Zone", located both at the rear of the Police Department building at 19 North Canal Street, and also available during City Hall business hours, 8am to 4pm inside the front door of City Hall. This gives anyone the opportunity to conduct a...
Portage County Preparing For Drive Sober of Get Pulled Over Enforcement Campaign
Ravenna – Portage County Safe Communities is increasing public awareness of the upcoming national aggressive enforcement “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Campaign. The high visibility enforcement runs from August 16 through September 4, 2017. During this period, law enforcement will have zero tolerance for drunk driving. Increased state and national messages about the dangers of drunk driving, increased...
9/11 survivor and bestselling author Michael Hingson visits GCPL to share how he escaped the World Trade Center with his seeing-eye dog
Geauga County – Michael Hingson visits GCPL at the Newbury Auditorium (14775 Auburn Road / Newbury) on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2 p.m. to share his inspirational story of how he escaped from the World Trade Center on 9/11 with his seeing-eye dog Roselle. Their story inspired Hingson’s book Thunder Dog. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet Hingson’s new...
The 2017 Geauga SWCD Rain Barrel Auction Begins!
The Geauga Soil Conservation District (SWCD) is proud to roll out the barrels of their 2017 Rain Barrel Yard Art Campaign! Through this creative community initiative, local artists transform 55-gallon recycled plastic barrels into beautiful, repurposed rain barrels! By collecting rooftop runoff for watering landscapes, lawns, and flower gardens, these decorated barrels help save water, alleviate flooding, and reduce...
Mantua Village News
Mantua - At their last meeting, Mantua Mayor Linda Clark and Council accepted the resignation of Councilman Paul Jansen, effective immediately, as Mr. Jansen is no longer a resident of the village. Robert Gaglione was nominated and approved to take Jansen’s spot, he was sworn in by Village Solicitor Michele Stuck. As an aside, it was noted that four...
Garrettsville Eagles Club Awards Scholarships
The Garrettsville Eagles are proud to announce the winners of the 2017 scholarship awards. They are: Francesca “Frankie” Bowman, daughter of Patti Bowman. Frankie is a 2017 graduate of James A. Garfield High School in Garrettsville and will be attending the University of Mount Union in Alliance, OH. She will be majoring in Middle Childhood Education / Psychology and...
Hiram High School Class of 1962 Meets for 55th Reunion
Sixteen members of the Hiram High School Class of 1962 – Ray Anielski – Sue; Sue (Beck) Reithman; Gene Bocskey; Dan Dyer; Lyn (Collier) Leiendecker – Larry; Ron Etling – Lucy; Carla (Geiger) Altiere; Ellen (houghs) – Don Dingus; Ralph (Green) Margaret Hammond – Green; Connie (Hoskins) Filler – Lenny, Nancy (Kaminski) Duquette, Patricia (McClain) Koltas – Carl; Tim...
Champion to Champion
These young ladies are no strangers to team spirit and the taste of victory at their young age. True Champions in more than the sense of sport but also defined as advocates or crusaders of hometown pride. The SPC HOTSOX 04 and 05 Fast Pitch Travel Softball teams, based out of Highland Heights, have had a successful season with a...
Kurowski And Herrington To Wed
Dave Herrington, son of Tom and Faith Herrington of Hiram, Ohio is engaged to Kristy Kurowski, daughter of Debi and Bob Kurowski of Hudson, Ohio. Dave Herrington graduated from Kent State University in Kent, Ohio in 2013 with a Bachelor of Exercise Science degree, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree (BSN) from Kent State in 2015. Kristy...
54th Ox Roast Fair Wrap Up
Mantua - Mother Nature gave the 54th Ox Roast Fair a break with only a few showers and everyone had a wonderful time. Of course, this great event could not be put on with out the tireless efforts of hundreds of volunteers. Many go above and beyond, offering their time, talent, and treasure. Folks from the surrounding area and...
Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Celebrates More Than $83,000 in Lifesaving Equipment Grants
Windham Volunteer Fire Department Joint Fire District received a variety of rescue equipment valued at $21,240, including high-pressure rescue airbags, stabilization kits and cribbing. The awarded equipment will help stabilize motor vehicles involved in accidents, allowing firefighters to safely reach victims and provide medical assistance quickly and efficiently.
F & S Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Gold-Star Services
Mantua - Although he hates to be in the limelight, Dean Stebbins Sr. of Mantua, will be celebrating a pretty momentous event this week. That’s because the company he helped found, F&S Automotive, is celebrating a phenomenal 50 years in business. Although he is more comfortable celebrating the success of his family of employees, he shared how his company...
