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...
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,...
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....
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....
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Garrettsville – Hiram Rotary Report
Reports came in at the February 23, 2015 meeting of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club. To wit : *Carol Donley told about some of the artistic...
