Longtime Badgers’ Coach Dave List concludes coaching career
Berkshire Badgers’ softball Coach Dave List said the most difficult thing at the spring award ceremony is saying goodbye to the seniors. However the only departure from the program this year was List himself, who retired after 24 years of coaching Berkshire athletics. “It is a lot harder than I thought,” List told The Weekly Villager. “Obviously I am very...
Organization Helps Improve Accessibility Countywide
The Portage County Board of Developmental Disabilities (Portage DD) mission is to assist and support individuals in developing their abilities through advocacy, inclusion, and empowerment. According to Tim Torch, Communications and HR Manager at the local non-profit agency, Portage DD has helped implement several inclusion projects around the county. For example, several projects have been implemented at Brady Lake Park...
Council discusses parking, paving and preservation
In attendance at the June 12th Garrettsville Village Council meeting were Councilpersons Deb Wordell, Tom Hardesty, Sheri Johnson, Richard Beatty, and Mark Brady; also present were village solicitor Michele Stuck, Mayor Rick Patrick, and Assistant Fiscal Officer Tara Beatty. Councilman John Chambers was not present. Prior to the regular meeting a public hearing was held by Council President Tom Hardesty...
Read-A-Latte on June 20th
Have you participated in a book club, only to find that the books selected weren’t really your cup of tea? Or did you struggle to make time in your busy schedule to read the chosen book, so you’d have something ‘smart’ to say when your group met next? Wouldn't it be great to have a book club where you...
Get involved at Mantua Historical Society’s Thursday Sessions
The Mantua Historical Society is inviting you to join us “at the table” to help us process donations of artifacts, share memories of Mantua Village & Township, and have some fun! Whether you are a current member or want to become a member, join us on Thursdays, 10am to noon, at the Mantua Historical Society located upstairs (not handicap...
Hiram College begins locker room renovations
When the 2024-25 school year begins for Hiram College, the four locker rooms located outside of the Price Gymnasium will have a whole new look to them. Hiram has begun its $100,000 summer project to completely renovate the locker rooms, including installing new lockers and flooring tiles to redecorating the facilities with new designs. “It will look nice,” Athletic Director...
Discover the Legacy of Hiram Village’s Trees
Hiram Historical Society’s first program of 2024 will be held June 23, 2024 at 2 PM at the Hiram Historical Society Century House 11617 St-Rt 700 (also St Rt 82), Hiram, OH 44234. Presented by Doug Paul & RoxieAnn Rossiter. Former members of the Hiram College groundskeeping crew will delve into the rich history of Hiram Village’s tree canopy. Drawing...
G-H Rotary News
The June 10, 2024 meeting of the Garettsville-Hiram Rotary met to cover the following topics: The winner of the mural design competition was JAG art teacher Libby Frato-Sweeney; execution of the project will be coming up. Preparations for the Golf Outing slated for June 21 are proceeding apace–still a few slots open, door prizes still appreciated, helpers are being assigned,...
Portage County Master Gardener volunteers stay active through help line
According to Karen Balog, gardening is evolving into a growing trend in Portage County. The excitement surrounding gardening is so great that the Portage County Master Gardener Volunteers have operated a gardening help line for several years through the sponsorship of The Ohio State University’s Portage County Extension Agency. “We have been answering questions since our organization existed and for...
Aurora grad AJ Barner ready to begin NFL journey with Seattle Seahawks
Tight end AJ Barner is no stranger to having to work his way up a depth chart, having done so in his high school and collegiate career. The 2020 Aurora Greenmen graduate will once again work to climb the ladder after being drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the fourth round of the NFL Draft on April 27. “It has...
Eric Geddes embraces new challenge at Ohio Dominican University
For Garfield graduate Eric Geddes, his four years with the G-Men’s athletic programs went by in the blink of an eye but he treasured every moment. The right-handed pitching ace will continue his athletic career by playing baseball at Ohio Dominican University in Columbus. “With baseball I feel like I have a better opportunity to do something in baseball maybe...
Ravenna hosts Art on Main festival in conjuction with 225th anniversary celebration
One thing that the non-profit Main Street Ravenna loves to do when ushering in the summer season is host the annual Art on Main Festival. The seventh annual Festival had a special twist as Main Street Ravenna partnered with the City to celebrate Ravenna’s 225th anniversary last Saturday in downtown Ravenna. “We made it a little more intimate around the...
AMERICAN PICKERS to Film in Ohio
The American Pickers are excited to return to Ohio! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in August 2024. As they hit the back roads from coast to coast, the Pickers are on a mission to recycle and rescue forgotten relics. Along the way, they want to meet characters with amazing...
Embrace healthy eating & meal planning at the Garrettsville Farmers’ Market
Everywhere you turn, there are multiple sources for nutritional information, meal planning resources, and meal kits purported to help you save time and money while eating healthier, less wasteful meals. With such an abundance of information from so many various sources, it’s easy to be overwhelmed or confused. According to Jen Wykoff from the Reiki Ranch, one of the most...
Windham Township Board of Trustees discusses next step on substandard lot variances
At the Windham Township Board of Trustees meeting, there was further discussion about what do next concerning the motion that had been approved by the Board on March 17 to increase the property lines from 200 to 250 feet concerning residents appearing on the county auditor’s list of their neighbors’ applications for varations on substandard lots. The Board sought the...
New trail provides accessibility for all in Garrettsville
The Village Park on South Street in Garrettsville is about to get a major upgrade that will provide better access for residents of all abilities. The vision for this project came from the late Tom Collins, a beloved resident, councilperson and community supporter. “Tom would share his concern for those he knew that were sitting around in their (wheel)chairs for...
The Garrettsville Water Department will be flushing hydrants June 24 through June 28, 2024.
Hydrants will be flushed randomly throughout the Village. You may notice a drop in your water pressure. The water will be safe to drink although there may be discoloration. Please be sure to check your water for discoloration prior to doing any laundry. Any questions should be directed to the Village Hall office at 330-527-4424. By Order of the Garrettsville...
Act Fast: Get your tickets to the Summer Soiree Fundraiser for The Haven of Portage County
The Haven of Portage County is announcing its Summer Soiree Fundraiser, scheduled for Saturday, June 29, 2024, at the Byers Dipaola Castle. The event aims to unite community members, supporters, and philanthropists in support of individuals experiencing homelessness. The Summer Soiree Fundraiser will include live entertainment, a variety of auction items, and a summer evening setting. Attendees will enjoy performances...
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G-H Rotary News
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary greeted the “unofficial opening” of Summer with official business concerning the selection of a design for the new mural, plans for a ceremony for the opening of work on the Tom Collins Memorial Rotary Walking Trail at the South Street (Bill Phelps) Park–ground-breaking, final preparations for the Rotary Golf Outing at SugarBush on June 21–personnel to work...
Windham’s Briah Daniel Places Sixth In Shot Put
No matter where the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division III state shot put competition was held, Windham Bombers’ senior Briah Daniel was going to be ready. The Bombers’ senior finished in sixth place with a personal and school record of 39 feet, 8½ inches last Thursday at The University of Dayton’s Welcome Stadium. “It’s an incredible feeling,” Daniel said....
GPA Holds Tournament
The Garrettsville Pickleball Association (GPA) held its first Round Robin tournament on Saturday, May 11th. There were 22 participants, combining our Novice group that plays on Monday/Wednesday/Fridays, and our Intermediate group that plays on Tuesday/Thursday/Saturdays, for a morning of fun and fellowship. Congratulations to winners Katie Kelley and David Vincent in the final playoff. A special thank you to...
Historical Society presentation on President Teddy Roosevelt and his daughter Alice
Freedom, Mantua, & Shalersville Historical Societies are pleased to host the Susan Cannavino, Presentations with Pizzazz, powerpoint presentation of The Story of Teddy Roosevelt. Please join us for the delightful story of President Teddy Roosevelt and his hilarious daughter Alice. As Alice would say, “If you don’t have anything good to say about a person, come sit next to...
TWO-TIME STATE CHAMPION: Streetsboro’s Milena Sobie collects two more state titles in seated events
Streetsboro Rockets’ senior Milena Sobie’s athletic career may have gotten off to a slow start but she has finished things off on a high note. Sobie defended her title in the 800-meter seated dash and 100-meter dash and also placed in two more seated events at the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division II state track meet last week...
THREE-TIME STATE CHAMPION: Connor Hunt adds three more state titles
If Garfield G-Men Connor Hunt did not have a target on his back already, he does now. The G-Men’s sophomore once again reigned supreme by winning three more state titles in the seated events of the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division II state meet last weekend at the University of Dayton’s Welcome Stadium. “For me to go three-for-three means...
Streetsboro boys’ 4×200 relay earns fifth place at state meet
The Streetsboro Rockets boys’ 4x200 relay has usually competed hard at the Ohio High School Division II state meet but has fallen short of the podium several time over the last few years. The team of seniors Preston Hopperton, Garrett Tiller, Kylan Rue and junior Devon White persevered to capture fifth place with a time of 1:29.74 last Saturday...
Top Tier Pastry Shop Celebrates Grand Opening
If you like supporting local businesses, and especially if you’ve got a sweet tooth, then you’ll be happy to know that Tracey Garrett’s Top Tier Pastry Shop (4668 East Prospect Street) celebrated their Grand Opening in Mantua. “As a customer, I’m glad to have Tracey’s store back in Mantua,” Randy Ellis, President of the Mantua-Shalersville Chamber of Commerce noted. “I’ve...
Barbara Louise Sweet
Barbara Louise Sweet, affectionately known as Bobbie, passed away peacefully due to natural causes on May 27, 2024, in Garrettsville, Ohio. She was born on March 16, 1945, in Akron, Ohio, to the late Albert and Hattie Fronek. Bobbie’s journey through life was marked by a profound commitment to her family. On January 20, 1966, she married the love of...
STATE RUNNER-UP: Streetsboro’s Garrett Tiller wins silver medal in 200-meter dash
Streetsboro Rockets’ senior Garrett Tiller’s senior season will be a season to remember. Tiller ended his high school career by finishing as the runner-up at the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division II state 200-meter dash with a time of 22.20 seconds last Saturday at the University of Dayton’s Welcome Stadium. “It feels great,” Tiller said. “I worked for this....
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Book Review at YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays OUTLIVE The Science & Art of Longevity by Peter Attia, MD Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: A manifesto on living better, longer, challenging conventional medical thinking, revealing an approach to prevent chronic...
