Crestwood Students Become Archaeologists
Mantua - A fortunate group of Crestwood students got the rare opportunity to participate in the excavation of a Civil War Military Prison. Johnson’s Island, a 300-acre island on the coast of Lake Erie, is located three miles from the city of Sandusky, Ohio. It served as a POW depot for Confederate Officers from 1862 through 1865. Throughout that...
Portage Parks Seeks Input On Master Plan
Portage County - The Portage Park District has launched a Comprehensive Parks Master Plan project to guide the District and its use of levy funds over the next ten years. Led by planning consultant Brandstetter Carroll, Inc., the Master Plan project will seek public input through a variety of ways to determine the needs and opportunities for parks, trails...
Local Food Cupboard Returns to Downtown Garrettsville
Garrettsville - “Elvis has left the building — and he took the food with him!” This was Nelson Garrettsville Community Cupboard’s lighthearted Facebook post on July 1, 2015. It went on to say, ”All of us at NGCC want to extend heartfelt thanks to Middlefield Bank for the use of the old Tom C Toys and to Greg and...
Police Levy Will Be On The November Ballot Despite Council’s Objections
Village resident Terri Eierman addressed council informing them the police levy, discussed and shot down by council at last month’s council meeting, will be on the November ballot, using the ballot initiative process. A ballot initiative is the means by which a petition signed by a certain minimum number of registered voters can bring about a public vote. Eierman was able to obtain 122 resident signatures (only 65 were needed) on a petition.
Robinson Health System Enters ‘Brave New World’ with UH
Ravenna - Now that the former Robinson Memorial Hospital has become fully integrated with University Hospitals, the residents of Portage County are about to experience a revolution in health care delivery. This was the message given during a standing-room-only gathering at the Ravenna hospital on June 9, marking the official welcoming of Robinson employees to UH. On June 1, Robinson...
Garrettsville – Hiram Rotary Report – Week of July 17
The Garrettsville-Hiram Rotarians discovered that they had a “Rivergod” in their midst, as member Mike Keas gave an outline of his varied and interesting career(s) at the July 13, 2015 meeting. A Jack-of-all-trades and , clearly, master of quite a lot ,he traced his progress through meatcutting, the rafting business, corporate training, commercial management, insurance, field service management, optician training,...
Pink Heals National Tour Make Local Stops
Aurora - On July 8th, four brightly painted vehicles, including a vibrant pink fire truck, arrived at Wildwater Kingdom in Aurora. They parked outside the front entrance with the goal of bringing attention to the Pink Heals organization, a group that was started in 2007 to help people, especially women, in their fight against cancer. Over time, the organization...
Thomas Collins Named President of Garrettsville – Hiram Rotary Report
The final June meeting of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club was a busy one. It saw the installation of the new 2015-2016 club president, Thomas Collins (Installing officer, Jim Irwin, Tom’s family in attendance), and other club officers : Amy Crawford—treasurer, Mike Keas—sergeant–at-arms, Delores McCumbers—immediate past president (Secretary Ted Lysiak will be installed at a later date). The ceremony focused on...
Mantua Village Garden Club Plans Guided Tour
The Mantua Village Garden Club will be taking their members to Perennial Post Gardens, in Middlefield, on Monday July 13th. Clara Miller, owner, will be giving the group a guided tour of her gardens, and speaking about the many varieties of hosta, and their shady companions. Time will allow for members to explore, and purchase new additions for their...
The Big Read Grant to Have Big Impact on Hiram College Community Reading Program
Hiram – The Lindsay-Crane Center for Writing and Literature at Hiram College wants you to curl up with a good book. A book titled “Into the Beautiful North” by Luis Alberto Urrea, to be specific. The Center, along with its partners—which include three library systems, four high schools and many Hiram College academic departments—will a host a campus and community-wide...
Hammer Data Systems Celebrates 20 Years on Main Street & Around the World
Garrettsville - Erika Frankel is celebrating 20 years in business. That’s a noteworthy accomplishment in itself, but considering she founded a tech company before the dawn of the Internet, in a small town like Garrettsville, it’s somewhat mind-boggling. Frankel started Hammer Data Systems, LLC at 8138 Main Street in historic downtown Garrettsville in 1995, as “your source for practical real-world...
“Avenue Q” Opens July 2nd in Aurora
Aurora - Smart, risqué and downright entertaining, “Avenue Q” opens at 8 pm Thursday, July 2 and continues through July 18 at Aurora Community Theatre, 115 E. Pioneer Trail. Winner of the TONY “Triple Crown” for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, “Avenue Q” is full of heart and hummable tunes, people, puppets and politically incorrect lyrics in what...
Village Tavern Hosts Spudfest Fundraiser
Mantua - As you may know, due to overwhelming community support, the Mantua Potato Festival is back on, and will take place on September 11th, 12th and 13th. If you’d like to do your part to help insure the success of this year’s Potato Festival, you’ve got plenty of opportunities in the coming weeks. Here’s what you can do: This...
Crestwood School Board Approves Surround Care Program
Mantua - At their last regular meeting, the School Board voted unanimously to initiate a program called Surround Care, a before and after school program for district students. The program will run from 6:30 am until 6 pm during the school year, which begins on August 18th. Registration is open to all children enrolled in the Crestwood District from...
Garrettsville – Hiram Rotary Report – June 22, 2015
Time marches on and so does the Rotary Club of Garrettsville-Hiram. The meeting on June 22, 2015—first full day of SUMMER—featured reports from two young ladies who had participated in Rotary youth programs. Megan Ryser was the local recipient of the Rotary Youth Leadership Award, which took her to Baldwin-Wallace University for what she termed “a life-changing” experience. It was...
Brooks House Assisted Living Community Partners with Local Elementary School
Hiram - The quiet peaceful morning after breakfast at Brooks House Assisted Living was broken on Monday June 1st with the arrival of 20 third graders. These third graders from Burton Elementary School have been active pen pals with the residents at Brooks House since the beginning of the school year. Monday’s visit came with much anticipation, as they...
No Police Levy On The November Ballot for Garrettsville Residents
Garrettsville - The village’s request to the police department to cut $100,000 from their 2015 budget remained THE topic of the June village council meeting. Representing the police department were Safety Communications Supervisor Joleen Clelland and Police Chief Tony Milicia. In attendance for the village was Mayor Patrick, Council President Hardesty, Council Members Hadzinsky, Anderson, Johnson and Kaiser, Clerk/Treasurer...
Warren Amateur Radio Annual Field Day
Warren Amateur Radio field day will be held at Mosquito Lake State park at the boat ramp off route 305. It will begin around 2 pm on Saturday the 27th and end on Sunday the 28th at 2pm. You do not have to be a ham operator to participate. As long as there is a valid ham operator at the...
Freedom Township June 4th Meeting News
After the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairman Roy Martin called the regular meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Thursday June 4, 2015. Present were Trustees Roy Martin, John Zizka, James Hammar, Fiscal Officer Karen Martin, Charles VanSteenberg, Road Supervisor, and Tony VanSteenberg, Assistant Supervisor. Also present were residents Mr. Charles Duffield, Mr. Eldon West, Mr. Wm. Sponaugle, Mr. Matt...
Special Teen Program Aims to Save Lives
Automobile crashes are the number one killer of America’s teens. According to a 2010 AAA analysis of crash data by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), statistics show that the danger is greatest in summer, with seven of the top 10 deadliest driving days occurring between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Now that school is out, many teens will...
United Way of Portage County Launches Born Learning Trail
Ravenna – United Way of Portage County kicked off an unprecedented public engagement campaign called Born Learning, designed to help parents, caregivers and communities provide young children with early learning opportunities. On June 5, United Way Day of Caring volunteers from Eaton Corp and Smithers-Oasis dug holes, poured cement, posted signs and painted children’s games to erect the first Born...
Tanning Salon Under New Management in Mantua
Mantua - If you’re dreaming of a tropical get-away, but you’re unable to actually leave town, check out Sunscape Tanning and Boutique on East Prospect Street in Mantua. Now, you won’t need to rely on Mother Nature to get or maintain a gorgeous tan. The shop, which is under new management, features seven tanning beds that provide three levels...
Summer Dance Clinic in Ravenna
Ravenna - Summer is our favorite time of the year, and this summer we’re offering a completely new take on our popular dance classes. A newly designed Summer Dance Clinic is now open to dancers of all abilities and styles of interest and will improve and expand your skills. Students will learn fast in this enjoyable combination class of Ballet,...
GCPL Summer Readers Eligible for Free Gladiators Tickets
Geauga County - Summer reading just got even better! You know you’re already eligible for prizes simply for reading and logging the books you’re enjoying. But now, we’ve upped the ante. Once youth readers have completed their reading logs, they are eligible for free Cleveland Gladiators tickets. Here’s how it works. When kids submit their finished reading logs to the...
Sen. Brown Meets With APTA Member Edie Benner
Washington D.C. – U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) met Dr. Edie Benner, Mantua resident and member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Dr. Benner attended Brown’s weekly coffee with constituents. “It was an honor to meet with Ohio members of the American Physical Therapy Association today,” Brown said. “Physical therapists help Ohioans improve their quality of life.” The Ohio members...
Ox Roast Fair Plans Well Underway in Mantua
Mantua - The 2015 St. Joseph Church Ox Roast Fair in Mantua kicks off with the availability of Ox Roast Raffle Tickets. Now in its 52nd year, the Ox Roast Fair will be held July 17th, 18th, and 19th, and promises to be more exciting than ever. Grand prizes this year include $20,599.00+ Harley Street Glide FLHX Motorcycle (provided...
Kids’ Pedal Tractor Pulls Return to Garrettsville Summerfest
Garrettsville - Hey kids do you think you have the strongest legs in town? Well, here is your chance to prove it. Buckeye Pedal Tractor Pulls are coming to Garrettsville Summerfest this summer and it is expected to be a hit. The pulls are for all ages and will be held on the bridge, on Sunday June 28 at...
Three Days of Outstanding Headlining Acts at Garrettsville Summerfest
Garrettsville Summerfest boasts three stages of music playing throughout the entire weekend. Friday night, will kick off the event with Blue Siren, Boys are Back and Pop Culture. Each band plays a different genre of music. Blue Siren features local artist Avonlea Wensel, along with Rick Seidle, Randy Stan, Jen Carey and Jimmy Stafford. They play a variety of music...
Garrettsville Summerfest Celebrates 11 Years of Family Fun
Garrettsville - Opening Ceremonies will begin at 6:15pm on Friday, June 26th. Come out and listen to a great variety of music, take a stroll down Main Street, ride a few rides and, of course, eat some great festival food. Get your family and friends together and stop by the Information Tent to grab your list for the 2015...
Barney the Barn Rooster announces the Annual Barn Sale
Middlefield - Barney the Barn Rooster has been waiting all winter long for our Annual Barn Sale at The Barn Treasures in Middlefield on Saturday, June 20th. From 9am until 4 pm you can stop by and see the huge selection of items both inside and outside. Barney invites all treasure hunters to come and have a fun day...
