River Run Tree Farm Opens for the 2017 Christmas Season
Mantua – River Run Tree Farm is excited to announce the grand opening for the Christmas season on November 24th, 2017 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. This is the inaugural season for trees at the property, located at 5620 Streeter Road, Mantua, Ohio. Owners Karl and Mary Rinas have a large variety of farm-fresh trees available. Come to the...
State of the GarrettsvilleStrong Fund
The Garrettsville Area Chamber of Commerce's GarrettsvilleStrong fund was established three years ago to raise funds which will be utilized to facilitate the rebuilding of the block in downtown Garrettsville affected by the fire March 22, 2014. Since 2014 over ninety-five thousand dollars has been raised to help the property owners rebuild the Buckeye Block properties. There are no...
Holiday Brunch Planned for GCRTA
The Geauga County Retired Teachers Association has scheduled a Holiday Brunch at The Tanglewood Club, 8745 Tanglewood Trail, in Chagrin Falls on Tuesday December 5th. (See the GCRTA website for a map. The guests should gather at 9:30, a business meeting will be conducted at 10:00, and the brunch will follow at 10:30. The menu consists of a traditional...
Doubling Down For Veterans
Garrettsville - As a veteran-owned company on Industrial Drive, Diskin Enterprises will double every donation to Semper Fi before it gets doubled again on its way to support U.S. veterans this Christmas. Diskin Enterprises (parent company to Modern Store Fixtures, Durajoint Concrete Accessories and Four Seasons Industries), is taking part in a special “Double Down for Veterans” fundraiser to help...
Savoring the Sweet Life
Garrettsville - It’s been a sweet way to make a living for Roger Angel and his wife, Connie. But after nearly 42 years of serving up Dilly Bars, swirl cones, Blizzards, Peanut Buster Parfaits, ice cream cakes, burgers, chili dogs and fries, it’s time for the Angels leave Garrettsville’s Dairy Queen in new hands. As of November 1, 2017,...
Garfield School District Recieves State’s Momentum Award
Garrettsville - On November 3, 2017, the James A. Garfield Local School District was recognized by the State Board of Education for an excellent academic accomplishment. The Momentum Award is presented by the State Board of Education and recognizes schools for exceeding expectations in student growth for the year. To earn this distinct honor, schools must earn straight A’s on all...
Circus Costumes on Display in Middlefield
The Barnum & Bailey Circus may be history, but circus excitement is still alive and well in Middlefield! For three weekends only, the public is invited to view a display of authentic circus costumes from Barnum & Bailey and other circus troupes. To set the stage, the hosts have conjured up a circus-theme setting, and there’s a rumor that a...
Grants Fund Tech Tools at CIS
Mantua - Schools across the nation are looking to provide more STEAM opportunities (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathmatics) to their children. “America is turning to innovation to ensure a prosperous future, and it’s important for us to expose our students to these types of opportunities”, acknowledged CIS Principal Michelle Gerbrick. Spurred on by a desire to give Crestwood...
State Audit Shows Garfield Running “Bare Bones”
Garrettsville - Over the summer the State of Ohio Auditor’s Office conducted a Performance Audit on our district. While we will get into the details in this article, there were two main points we gleaned from the audit. First, our district is running at an extremely lean level. There were no findings of frivolous spending or areas where we...
Reverse Raffle A Success
Going once…going twice…going—to five people?! That was the story of the big finish for the Rotary Reverse Raffle on November 1 at SugarBush Golf Club. The two thousand dollar jackpot finale went to five different ticket holders, each taking home four hundred dollars. Not bad for an evening out! It was an evening of good times, good...
International Suicide Loss Day Event on Nov 18
The Suicide Prevention Coalition of Portage County is holding an event for survivors of suicide loss on Saturday, November 18 from 1-3pm. The event will include a screening of the new documentary, “The Journey: A Story of Healing and Hope.” The film traces the grief and healing journey that follows a suicide loss through the eyes of a diverse...
Windham Township Trustee News
Windham Twp. - The Windham Township Trustees met for their regularly scheduled meeting on November 2, 2017 with all members in attendance. The meeting was called to order and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited before getting down to business. The minutes and expenditures were approved as presented. In roads, Brian Miller said he had researched the cost for...
Grand Opening of Mantua Pop-Up Art Gallery Planned
Mantua Pop-up Art Gallery will open in Mantua Village on Main Street on Friday November 10 at 3:00 PM. The GRAND OPENING RECEPTION will be a “meet and greet the artists” from 5:00-9:00 on the 10th.The non-profit venture resulted from a collaboration among several business owners from Manta Village, Downtown Mantua Revitalization and local artists. Featuring a...
Aspire Program Earn your GED & More
The Aspire Program (formerly Adult Basic & Literacy Education) provides classes all year-round, which include: • Work Ready - Prepare for the local workforce. Earn three credentials proving you are work ready, which can be included on your resume. The class also includes streamlining your resume, creating a cover letter, soft skills, mock interviewing and more. Organize yourself to walk...
Warm Hearts – Warm Kids Coat Drive
The Portage County Insurance Association is pleased to announce the kick-off of our 2017 Warm Hearts – Warm Kids coat drive. Started in 2013, this annual event aims to collect new and gently worn winter outerwear for local school children. Now in its fifth year, WHWK has already donated over 800 winter coats and thousands of accessories – including...
Avenue of 444 Flags and the War on Terror Veterans Memorial Honors Veterans in Mercer County, PA
Mercer County, PA – Veterans Day, November 11, provides a special day to reflect upon the sacrifices of military veterans. The Avenue of 444 Flags and War on Terror Veterans Memorial is proud to welcome visitors to their location this Veterans Day and year round. This outstanding tribute includes an amazing display of 444 flags flying in the wind...
Take A Moment and Thank A Veteran For Serving
Veterans Day is Saturday, November 11. Its inception began when fighting ceased on the eleventh hour of November 11, 1918, of World War I, known as the “Great War” and regaled as the war to end all wars. Armistice Day was declared by President Woodrow Wilson on 11/11/19. He stated, “...the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled...
Veterans Day Thoughts
More and more lately, as I approach Veterans’ Day, I think of my Uncle Roy. Strictly speaking, he was Great Uncle Roy, my paternal grandmother’s brother, but we did not stand on ceremony about such niceties. He was the last of his generation on that branch of the family tree and he was a lovely man. His wife,...
Portage APL’s Paws to Taste Event on November 18th!
Ravenna - Portage APL invites you to attend PAWS TO TASTE 2017 on November 18, 2017! We are excited to announce a new location and date. The event will be held at the Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center from 6-9. This annual wine and beer tasting to benefit Portage Animal Protective League promises to be the...
MSFD Board News
Mantua - At the last meeting, Chief Matt Roosa reported to Fire Board members that his department is in the process of researching health insurance providers. He noted that “the Affordable Care Act is not too affordable.” He noted that several providers almost doubled their plan costs for the same services; they hope to have a decision on viable...
Family First Night
On Wednesday, November 8, 2017 we will celebrate something very dear to us…our families. Our second “Family First Night” will be held in our community. Throughout the school year our lives become extremely hectic, which often causes us to sacrifice our family time in order to accomplish everything in our busy schedules. We all know strong families make the Garfield...
Windham Board of Education News
Windham - Windham Board of Education (BOE) met for their regularly scheduled meeting in the Hangar at the high school on Thursday, October 26, 2017 at 6:30 pm. Board members Melissa Roubic, Elaine Grant, Maurina Wagner, Mandy Berardinalli, Treasurer Samantha Pochedly and Superintendent Gregg Isler were in attendance. The meeting opened with the pledge of Alegiance, followed by student-of-the-month...
AARP Chapter 4527 News
The Bainbridge/Chagrin AARP Chapter #4527 will meet on Tuesday, November 14th, 2017 at 1pm, (1 week later because of the Elections.) We meet at the Bainbridge Town Hall, 17826 Chillicothe Road (Rt. 306) Bainbridge Twp., Ohio. (located behind the Fire Station.) Our program will be on Euclid Beach. How many of us have fond memories...
Garfield Alumni News
The recent gathering of the James A. Garfield Alumni attracted some 126 alumni and guests for an evening of memories, reconnections and entertainment, with delicious catering by Guido’s of Ravenna and a presentation of social and economic points to ponder by Superintendent Ted Lysiak and board vice president David Vincent (Class of ’70). Jeanette Wilson Hall took the honors for...
Gelbke Exhibition To Showcase Photographs Redeveloped In Volcanic Environments
Hiram - From film to digital, photography as an art form has been evolving for more than a century. Some artists prefer digital and the ability to edit and manipulate images with technology. Others enjoy working with film and the hands-on approach of developing photographs in a classic dark room. Artist Jon Verney sees photography from an unconventional perspective. In...
Celebration of Service In Mantua
Mantua - Mantua Township resident Bud Foster, a U.S. Army and Korean War veteran, is a two-time Purple Heart and Bronze Star recipient. And although his home was in desperate need of repair, he’s also is one of the last people to ask for help. Luckily, his friends and neighbors didn’t wait for him to ask. Noticing the yard...
Nelson Township News
Nelson Twp. – Township officials present at the second Nelson Township trustee meeting of October, held Wednesday, October 18th were Fiscal Officer John David Finney; Trustees Joe Leonard, Mike Elias, and Kevin Cihan; Anne Mae VanDerHoeven, Chuck Vanek, and Sandy Huzl. After the meeting was called to order Finney presented the trustees with the minutes of the prior meeting. Upon...
“Invest In Your EMS”
On November 7th, 2017, the Community EMS District (Garrettsville Village, Freedom Township, and Nelson Township) is asking for the continued support of the residents of the District. The District is proposing a levy of 3.5 mills to IMMEDIATELY REPLACE the current 2.7 mill levy that has been maintained since 1999. Upon the passing of this new levy, the 2.7...
Harmonia At Hiram College
The renowned folk ensemble Harmonia will present a free concert at Hiram College on Sunday, October 22 at 3:00 p.m. Location is Frohring Recital Hall, 11746 Dean Street, Hiram. Harmonia plays the traditional music of Eastern Europe, ranging from the Danube to the Carpathians. Its repertoire reflects the cultures of the region: Hungarian, Slovak, Ukrainian,...
Alex Dellas Named Terrier Women’s Basketball Coach
Hiram – The last time she stepped on William H. Hollinger court, it was as a member of the Hiram College women’s basketball team. Now, Alex Dellas ‘10 returns to lead the program as the Terrier’s new head coach. “I am very honored to return to the place that I love,” remarked Dellas of the opportunity. “I knew for my...
