Hiram Village Council Meeting
Hiram - On the eve of September 11, the Hiram Village Council held their monthly meeting. After the meeting was called to order, Mayor Lou Bertrand read a synopsis of the events of Sept. 11, 2001. A moment of silence was observed in respect for those who lost their lives. The council began regular business after the Pledge of...
Benefit Concert by Stees and Fusco
Chagrin Falls - Bassoonist Barrick Stees and pianist Randall Fusco will present a benefit concert on Sunday, September 23 at 3:00 at the Federated Church, 76 Bell Street in Chagrin Falls, OH. Their program will consist of works by Paul Hindemith, Camille Saint-Saëns, Willson Osborne, and Manuel de Falla. Barrick Stees is Assistant Principal Bassoonist with the Cleveland Orchestra, and...
School Board News: Crestwood Schools Face Sizeable Budget Cuts
Mantua - “Crestwood enrollment has been declining, as larger graduating classes are replaced by smaller elementary classes. In the period of 2003 - 2013, enrollment has declined by 24.9%,” explains Superintendant, Joe Iacano. Staff reductions of nearly 27% have been made during that same time period to balance Crestwood’s budget. In spite of these cuts, Crestwood Schools have managed...
2012 J.A. Garfield Homecoming Court
Pictured above are this years Homecoming Court for James. A. Garfield High School.From left to right are (back row) : Simeon Brown, Austin Dezort, Tim Schwann, Tyler Covey, Stefan Wickli, and Logan Dean. In the front row are (left to right): Whitney Miller, Julie Russmanno, Shilo Van Oss, Hannah Kirk, Carley McCloskey, Britanny Sisson. The Homecoming Parade Starts at 4:30...
LAF SOMe Visits Niagara Falls
The LAF SOMe group (That is Life After 50, Seniors on the Move for those of you not familiar with the moniker) headed out on a full bus last Wednesday for a fun-filled adventure. Our destination was the Seneca Niagara Casino in Niagara Falls, NY. The casino is located a short walk from Niagara Falls State Park where the...
Despite rain, 900 Coalition Event is well attended
Garrettsville - On Sept. 8, 2012, the 900 Coalition held a free-to-the-public event at the former Paul's Lumber Yard. This function was the kick-off event for our organization which consists of members of the Garrettsville Safety Forces. Assembled were work vehicles from Scotchman Electric (Bucket Truck), Village Motors (Tow Truck), the Geauga County Sheriff (Emergency Command Vehicle), the Portage...
Up, up and Away…
Ravenna - The 34th Annual Balloon A-Fair was deemed a success. The event offered two parades, a fireworks display, vendors, live entertainment, food, rides and, of course, two spectacular balloon launches. Saturday’s balloon launch drew near record numbers to Sunbeau Valley Farms to watch the sky become a kaleidoscope of colors as 22 balloons took flight. The crowd started forming around...
What Parents Need to Know about Changes in the Classroom
(StatePoint)- As technology evolves, so do the ways children learn in and out of the classroom. With constantly changing tools and trends, teachers can do more to stay up-to-date to help children thrive. It is important that parents understand what these changes mean so their children can maintain a competitive edge. Here are some new trends in education that every...
How to Get Kids Interested in Current Events
(StatePoint) It’s never too soon to get your child interested in current events -- and doing so can have many positive benefits, from building vocabulary and improving writing, to encouraging active and engaged citizenship. While the news might seem “boring” at first to kids, there are steps you can take to show them just how interesting and exciting current...
Windham Township Hires Part-Time Help
Windham Township Trustees met for their regularly scheduled meeting with all trustees and fiscal officer in attendance. Chairman Dann Timmons called the meeting to order. The minutes were approved as presented. Next, they passed a resolution to pay the bills. Timmons asked for a motion to accept the proposed budget as determined by the Portage County Budget Commission, Brian...
Shave And A Haircut…
Barber poles, with their swirling red, white and blue stripes, in our lifetime, have always meant a place for men to get a haircut. Did you ever wonder what is it about the red, white, and sometimes blue stripes that mean “barber”, or how that symbol came to represent the profession? In modern times, the term "barber" is used...
Summerfest Committee Gearing Up For 2013
Garrettsville - Summerfest Committee Members will be heading to Columbus this fall to participate in the Ohio Festivals and Events Association’s 2012 convention. This event brings together many of the state’s thousands of member festivals for demonstrations, workshops and training. This year the committee will be proud to announce that that after our most successful Summerfest ever (over 20,000...
Geauga County Health District offering flu shots
The Geauga County Health District announces their adult flu clinics. The health district will hold a drive thru flu clinic for adults 19 years and older on Saturday, September 29, 2012 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at 470 Center Street, Bldg 8 in Chardon. Flu shots will be available every Friday during the season starting September 28, 2012 from...
Railroad corridors get new life as recreational trails
When railroad tracks were laid across the country in the 19th century, transportation flourished. Although many railroad tracks are still being used, many have become obsolete and abandoned eyesores criss-crossing miles of land. However, different organizations, most notably the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, have transformed several abandoned railway corridors into recreational trails and bike routes. Coast-to-coast, previously unusable land has been transformed...
Not even the weather could stop Spudtacular Potato Fest
Mantua - This past weekend, Mantua hosted the 39th annual Potato Festival. Although it started off soggy with heavy downpours on opening day, the Festival delivered big smiles to an anxious and excitable crowd. Originally created as a Potato Show back in the day, the current Festival focuses on all aspects of potato consumption, not production – adding to...
Nelson Trustee Hurls Threat at Resident
Nelson Twp. - Nelson Township Trustees met for their regularly scheduled meeting recently with all trustees and fiscal officer in attendance. The fiscal officer presented the minutes from the previous meeting and the trustees approved them as presented. Chairman Jim Turos turned the meeting over to Tom Matota who invited Jim De Lucas from Ohio Township Association Risk Management Authority...
Murder Mystery Dinner “Marriage Can Be Murder”
Geauga Lyric Theater Guild is proud to announce their 3rd annual Murder Mystery Dinner fundraiser "Marriage Can Be Murder" on Saturday, November 10, 2012. Seasoned actors, using a professional script from Mystery Dinner Playhouse, will entertain you with their wit and have you guessing "who dunnit?" in order to win a prize! The event will be held at Berkshire...
The Holden Arboretum Presents its Annual Goblins in the Garden Halloween Event
The Holden Arboretum announces Goblins in the Garden, its annual family-friendly, non-scary Halloween celebration. The fun runs from 10am -4:00pm on Saturday October 6 and Sunday, October 7. Little costumed guests are invited to trick-or-treat in a decorated garden setting during the daylight hours. Other activities include an afternoon of wagon rides, a scare crow row, cornstalk maze, straw...
“Cops and Kids” Go Fishing
Hiram - On September 8, the Hiram Police Department held its “Cops and Kids” Fishing Day event at Camp Asbury. The Cops and Kids Fishing Day event is focused on bringing community children closer to police officers and building lifelong bonds. The weather started out with rain, but the skies cleared, the fish were biting, and fun was had...
One Tank Trips
Madison - The Winegrowers of the Grand River Valley are pleased to announce their premiere tasting event, “Cask 1012”, on September 15th from Noon-5 p.m. Join Debonné Vineyards, Ferrante Winery & Ristorante, Grand River Cellars Winery & Restaurant, Laurello Vineyards, and St. Joseph Vineyards for this drive yourself tour. The wine tasting, which includes the limited release of the...
Music hath charms….
Music lovers, take note. Hiram College Music Department has released its fall schedule of events, open to the public and with events appealing to many tastes and free! September 27--Convocation (12:15-1:15 pm) Faculty Showcase Concert-- Frohring Music Recital Hall October 30--Convocation (12:15-1:15pm) Student Recital--Frohring Music Recital Hall November 7--Jazz Ensemble Concert (7:30 pm)--Hayden Auditorium November 9--Hiram College Choral Concert (7:30 pm)--Hayden Auditorium November 11--Hiram...
2012 Apple Butter Festival Seeks King and Queen of the Core
Burton – The 64th Annual Apple Butter Festival comes to Century Village Museum Oct. 13 and 14. This year, for the first time, fans of this Geauga County tradition will be able to compete for the titles of festival King and Queen. Participants in the king and queen contest will earn points by competing in traditional harvest-festival activities, including archery...
Wild 4 the Night
In 2011, a homeowner near Peninsula reported seeing a sasquatch with “grayish brown long hair, particularly over the face” in a ravine behind his house, according to The Bigfoot Field Researchers Association. It is one of nine Bigfoot sightings reported in Summit County. How much stock do you put into such sightings? You can ask Senior Ohio Bigfoot Investigator Mark Maisel...
Singing Weavers To Minister
Freedom Twp. - The Singing Weavers will be ministering at the First Congregational Church of Freedom on September 16 at 10:30am; a covered-dish dinner will follow. The Singing Weavers is a three-generation family group. They have been traveling and spreading God’s love through music and sharing the gospel for 40 years. Their ministry started in 1971 with Linda and Verlin Weaver...
Garrettsville Area Chamber will Host Masquerade Ball
Garrettsville Area Chamber of Commerce will hold their Third Bi-Annual Masquerade Ball on Saturday, October 13, 2012 at the Sugar Bush Golf Club located just outside of the city limits on State Route 88. The doors will open at 6 pm, with a catered dinner from Special Moments Catering being served at 7 pm. Tickets for the event are...
Hiram College Art Gallery Features Renowned Artist Robert Buganski
Hiram - “Composing in Space: Sculpture and Assemblage by Robert Buganski,” features nearly 300 sculptural, mixed media compositions, and sketches created by Buganski over the past three years. His work has been featured in dozens of galleries across the country, and is currently on display at Hiram College’s Gelbke Fine Art Center Gallery through October 12. In this new...
Friends of Melana Presents Murder Mystery Dinner
Friends of Melana will host their Second Annual Murder Mystery Dinner on Saturday, November 3, 2012. The doors will open at 6 pm with dinner being served at 7pm. The event will take place at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Mantua The tickets are available for purchase at Huntington Bank and Middlefield Bank in Garrettsville, Miller’s Restaurant, Sky Lanes,...
Friendship Mobile Food Pantry Takes a Bite out of Hunger
You’ve probably heard it said, “A friend in need is a friend indeed.” With poverty rates at an all-time high and one in six Ohio families struggling to put food on the table, more and more people need to rely on true friends who are happy to help when times get tough.Friendship Alliance Church in Auburn Township is standing...
JA Garfield Homecoming Parade
The James A Garfield Homecoming Parade is September 28th and will kick off at 4:30 p.m. Anyone interested in putting a float into the Homecoming parade should contact Frances Bell at fbell@jagschools. org Line up will begin behind the Movie Theatre in the plaza..
Rummage Sale for Portage APL
Ravenna - Stop by Portage APL on September 22, 2012 from 10-3 for a rummage sale and help homeless animals. From small appliances and books to dog and cat supplies and household items, there’s something for everyone. People may drop off items from now until the event. No clothes, large appliances or furniture, old TV’s or computers please. Items...