Crestwood girls capture William E. Fisher Invitational banner, Garfield boys take third
Having only graduated one letter winner from last year, the Crestwood Red Devil girls’ track team had high hopes to hit the ground running. The Red Devils accomplished that feat by winning the fifth annual William E. Fisher Invitational title by scoring 99 points last Friday evening at Cardinal’s Richard Moss Stadium in Middlefield. “It is a great start for...
Century 21 GoldFire Realty Inc. Hosts Successful Free Movie Night Featuring “The Goonies”
In a wonderful community event, Century 21 GoldFire Realty Inc. sponsored a successful free movie night featuring the beloved classic, “The Goonies.” The event took place on March 30th, drawing families and movie enthusiasts from all around the area to enjoy a night of fun and entertainment. The movie night was held at Garrettsville Cinema, where attendees were treated to...
Streetsboro baseball cruises past Akron Coventry in league opener
One league game should not define the entirety of a high school but according to Streetsboro Rockets’ baseball Coach Chris Scisciani, the margin for error in the Metro Athletic Conference is razor thing. The Rockets dominated MAC foe Akron Coventry in their conference opener winning 11-1 last Thursday at Coventry Memorial Stadium. “It is pretty important just because in years...
Hiram College exceeds fundraising goal in annual Giving Day
Hiram College’s annual Giving Day was a tremendous success, surpassing its $450,000 fundraising goal and demonstrating the unwavering strength and generosity of its community. This year’s campaign raised an impressive $538,578, exceeding last year’s total of $429,178 and reflecting the deep commitment of alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends. As Hiram celebrates its 175th anniversary, this year’s Giving Day...
Bruce L. Corey
Bruce L. Corey, 66, of Burton Twp., OH, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 3, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 23, 1958, in Ravenna, OH, to the late James L. Corey and Margaret (nee Goodsell) Miller. He was raised by his loving mother and stepfather, Howard “Howdy” Miller....
Portage Park District Launches Community Parks Grant Program
The Portage Park District has launched its Community Parks and Trails Grant Program to assist in funding parks and trails in townships and villages in Portage County. The Board of Park Commissioners has earmarked $100,000 from its 2025 levy proceeds toward this pilot program, for awards between $1,000 and $25,000 per project, with no local match required. “We appreciate how...
Hiram Community Trust Grant Applications 2025 – 2026: deadline May 9th
The Hiram Community Trust was established in 1991 through the generosity of Reign Hadsell, a graduate of the Hiram College class of 1926. Reign was not only a Hiram College graduate, but he was also a former principal at the Hiram Public School, and a resident of Hiram Village. Reign’s generosity to the community continues through the Hiram Community...
Manure Happens! Equine Stewardship Workshop
Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District announces the 2025 Equine Environmental Stewardship Workshop: Manure Happens! Manure and Facility Management on Horse Properties. Horse ownership has become an appealing and significant attribute of Geauga County’s rural landscapes, but all too often the essential management of horse manure is undervalued and overlooked. The Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District, along with Geauga...
Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society
The Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will meet on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at the Portage County Historical Society, 6549 N. Chestnut St., in Ravenna, Ohio at 10:00 a.m. The guest speaker will be Mary Jamba, who will explain “Epitaphs & Icons: What you can Discover in the Graveyard.” With over 26 years of genealogy research...
We’re All Invited
Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays LOVE 101 by author Peter McWilliams “To love oneself is the beginning of a life long romance.” Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave, (330)469-2044. NO book...
Windham 6th grade students compete at National History Day Regional Competition
For the first time, the Windham School District had three 6th grade students compete at the 2025 Region 4 National History Day Regional Competition. Macabee Takacs, Diana Martin and Mia Miller were selected to participate. Miller and Martin’s group exhibit project of Laika, the dog that went into the space, was selected as a state qualifier on March 29...
Windham Board of Trustees create new zoning fee amendment
The Windham Township Board of Trustees continued to make changes to its zoning policies at its meeting last Thursday evening at the Windham Town Hall. The Board approved a new amendment that eliminated fees for applications for area and use variances and appeals. “If we are going to have no fee for three reasons, conditional use, variance and appeal,” Vice...
Jason Gasbarre is next in line to take over Streetsboro boys’ soccer
Although longtime Streetsboro Rockets boys’ soccer Coach Paul Krzeminski has left the program after 16 years at the helm, the program will continue to benefit from a familiar face as their new head coach. Former assistant Coach Jason Gasbarre was announced as the new head coach at Streetsboro’s Board of Education meeting on March 13. “I have always wanted to...
Dear Residents,
I always start my articles with weather-related comments. Hopefully, the snow is in the rearview mirror and blue skies are ahead. Our village used four times the amount of salt this year compared to recent years. Many areas struggled to secure salt as usage increased across the board, but fortunately, our village managers had a plan in place to...
Hiram’s Trent Jakacki concludes career by joining 1,000-point club
Attending Hiram College was not something that senior Trent Jakacki saw in his future, let alone continuing to play basketball in college. That being said, the Terriers’ senior wrapped up his collegiate career by becoming the 30th player in school history to record 1,000 points. “Obviously it is a really cool accomplishment being able to do that in college because...
Garfield G-Men baseball erupts late to down Bristol in season opener
Although the Garfield G-Men baseball team cruised through the first four frames, their lead was cut to one run after a two-run fifth inning by Bristol. The G-Men responded by scoring six runs in the final two innings, defeating Bristol 9-2 in the season opener last Saturday afternoon at Garrettsville. “We responded well pretty much the whole time,” said Coach...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary hit the ground running and made good time at their meeting on March 31, 2025 (out like a lion). Here’s what they were about. Choosing new Rotary shirts–style, color, fabric, etc., also pins/badges. Invitations going out to community for the event at the Mill on May 18 from 5:30 to 6:30…or thereabouts. Consulting with the caterer for the...
Maplewood Career Center Adult Education Classes For Free
Maplewood Career Center’s Adult Education Department has scholarships! In May and June, the following classes are free-of-charge: Dental Assisting, Phlebotomy, or Medical Billing & Coding. This fall our upcoming classes include: Industrial Maintenance: Electrical, Mechanical, or Fluid Power; Industrial Maintenance Automation Controls Technology; Precision Machining; and Welding. Check out our classes at www.mwood.cc and click on Workforce Development. To see if...
Garfield G-Men track team striving to keep building momentum
After a dazzling performance at the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division III district meet last year which included the Garfield G-Men girls’ team capturing the district banner, the G-Men return this year aiming to build on last season’s momentum. “I think we have a great group coming in this year that we will be able to fill some of...
Events Planned For Child Abuse Prevention Month
The month of April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, Portage County Job & Family Services (PCJFS) is aiming to raise awareness. The PCJFS CARES Line investigates an average of 276 reports of alleged child abuse or neglect each month. In 2024, 3,316 reports were received to investigate allegations of physical/sexual abuse or neglect. The social work staff at...
Badgers’ softball wilts against Blue Devils in extra-innings defeat
The Berkshire Badgers’ softball team battled back once to tie things late but could not mount another rally. The Badgers suffered their first loss of the season when they fell 4-1 in eight innings against Chagrin Valley Conference rival Independence 4-1 in a crossover game last Thursday evening in Burton. “We did a good job of hitting the ball and...
Senior Tech Support At Library
James A. Garfield High School’s technology students are making a difference in the community by offering tech support to local senior citizens. As part of an ongoing initiative, these students have dedicated their time and expertise to helping seniors navigate the digital world, assisting with smartphones, tablets, and computers. The final tech support event of the school year will take...
Celebrate Ohio Native Plant Month with Geauga SWCD’s Spring Tree Sale!
April is officially Ohio Native Plant Month and you can add more native trees and shrubs to your yard with Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District’s Spring Tree Sale! Ohio has nearly 1,900 native plants - including trees, shrubs, perennials, vines, and grasses. Native trees and shrubs are abundant in benefits as they absorb stormwater, prevent flooding, improve soil...
We’re All Invited
Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays LOVE 101 by author Peter McWilliams “To love oneself is the beginning of a life long romance.” Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave, (330)469-2044. NO book...
Portage County 4-H Life Skills Members Honored
The Portage County 4-H Life Skills Committee recently recognized outstanding Portage County 4-H youth for their exceptional accomplishments in 4-H Life Skill project areas for the past year. These awards shine a spotlight on the dedication, hard work, and passion that these 4-H members have poured into their 4-H Life Skills projects. The awards not only honor individual achievements...
White House Tavern enjoys ribbon-cutting ceremony
Since 1843, the Jennings House on North Chestnut Street has been the home of several restaurants in Ravenna. The newest eatery, the White House Tavern sports bar, hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony last Thursday afternoon. “I think that it is great because Preston Stewart and Joshua Smith seem young and vibrant, wanting to get things reinvigorated and they have a good...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary launched into Spring on March 24, 2025 with the following items of discussion. Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary-- March 24. 2025 *Possible co-operation and action with the James A. Garfield Historical Society for a John Porter memorial feature at the Tom Collins Walking Trail at the South Street (Bill Phelps) Park *Discussion on ordering Rotary shirts to be worn at activities...also pins/badges *The...
The Wilderness Center’s Native Plant Sale and Native Plant Month
The Sun is Shining, the Seedlings are Sprouting, and Our Greenhouse is Overflowing with Excitement – It's National Native Plant Month at TWC! Spring is nearly here, and we're celebrating National Native Plant Month the entire month of April in a big way at TWC! The sun is shining, our seedlings are sprouting, and our greenhouse is practically bursting with...
Former Ravenna boys’ basketball assistant Mike Fuline becomes Mount Union’s winningest coach
Any time Mount Union University men’s basketball Coach Mike Fuline has started as a new head coach, he has not needed a lengthy adjustment period. The former Ravenna Ravens boys’ assistant coach etched his name in Purple Raiders’ history by becoming the winningest coach in program history this season when his squad defeated Ohio Athletic Conference foe Otterbein University...
Crestwood’s Elijah Jurisch ready to flourish at Geneva College
Before even entering high school, Crestwood senior Elijah Jurisch said he knew that he wanted to play soccer in the college ranks, following in his father’s footsteps. Crestwood’s new school leader in most goals scored in a single season has made his dreams a reality when he will continue playing at Geneva College. “From the beginning with Geneva, they were...
