Relay For Life Comes to Hiram College
Hiram - Hiram College will be holding its first annual Relay For Life, student-run event located at Charles A. Henry Field on April 1, 2011, starting at 6 p.m. until April 2, 2011, at 12 p.m. Hiram College’s official Relay For Life website has been running since late October and within just five months, teams have formed and have...
Boots ‘n’ Suits…Suits ‘n’ Boots
Windham - The weather was pure northeast Ohio in springtime--damp, cold, windy, gray--but the mood was upbeat as a dozen-plus Ohio Army National Guard personnel and a near-equal number of interested civilians gathered at Camp Ravenna (known to most of the locals as “The Arsenal”) for a ceremonial ground-breaking and dedication of the first phase of the Tactical...
Notes From The Vineyard
The month of March certainly has made statement so far – snow, ice, rain, sun; the weather sure has been difficult to handle. However now that Spring is here, I am hopeful that the worst is behind us. Unfortunately, some of us have already had to deal with some difficult times and from talking to a few guests at...
20th Century Club
Twentieth Century Club has had two meetings in March with the programs switched from one to the other. Confused?, we were not!. On March 3rd we were at Mary Furillo’s home (as nice as always) with Margaret Clapp co-hosting. Does everyone remembers Margaret’s carrot cake from the club cook book? Well she showed us again, how it is done!. Our roll call for...
Youth Bowling News
Now that the High School bowling season is completed, the Teen Texas Shoot-Out League has begun. A number of good scores have been posted already – Howie (Taz) Moore started the first week with a 611 series and followed it up this week with 245-195-225 for a 665 series, giving him a 212 average for the first two weeks. ...
Has Time Run Out For Collective Bargaining?
Emotions run high regarding Ohio Senate Bill 5, by which Ohio Governor John Kasich and fellow Republicans propose to cut costs by restricting public employees’ right to collective bargaining. The proposed limits would affect about 350,000 public workers in Ohio, including teachers, police and firefighters. Senate Bill 5 would ban strikes and severely limit the collective bargaining rights of union...
Mayor’s Spring Update For The Village of Garrettsville
Garrettsville - The Portage County Engineer’s office is responsible for safety and maintenance for the two bridges on Liberty Street. The County Engineers have closed the Liberty Street Bridge between Center St and Park Ave. and the sidewalk/bridge near Water St and Liberty St. after their annual bridge inspection on Friday last week. Drivers on Liberty Street should use caution when...
Hall of Fame Inductees – Round 1
The James A. Garfield High School Hall of Fame returns. Honorees in this year’s class total six, with one a holdover from a previous flight who will finally face the music (Fight Song, anyone?)after being deferred from a previous ceremony. Who are these worthy individuals? Read on. First up : Daniel James Gallagher, Class of 1970. Dan made his mark in...
Nelson To Lead Rainbow Assembly
West Farmington - Caraline Nelson, daughter of John & Diane Nelson, of Burton, Ohio, was installed to lead the W. Farmington Rainbow Assembly #116 of the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls during its spring term as Worthy Advisor. Cara has chosen “Veggie Tales” as her theme for the term; her motto is “God is bigger than the...
Hiram Village News
Hiram - The Planning and Zoning Commission met on March 1st at 7 p.m. A motion to support Village Council’s Amendment of Ordinance # 2011-01 was offered and passed by the Commission. Village Zoning Inspector Dominic Gualtieri was asked to inspect and notify in writing all owners of dumpsters that are in violation of Hiram Zoning ordinances. For any...
Newton Falls Village Council
Newton Falls - On the first day of spring, council members gathered briefly at the community center for the second regular meeting of March. All officials were present with the exception of Councilwoman Johnson and Councilman Luonuonsuu who were excused for the evening. After the Pledge of Allegiance, Mayor Waddell announced the donation for this meeting would be given to...
Platinum Chef Ohio, Battle for the Buckeye State
Hiram - AVI Fresh and Hiram College are excited to announce the inaugural Platinum Chef Ohio, Battle for the Buckeye State. Five colleges and universities; Hiram College, Kenyon College, Malone University, Tiffin University and the University of Mount Union; will battle it out in the kitchen for the title of Platinum Chef Ohio and the cash prize of $2500! ...
Freedom Township News
Freedom Township - Items of interest and importance discussed and acted upon at the March 3, 2011 meeting: Mr. VanSteenberg spoke of flooding that occurred in the township. A culvert on Hewins Road collapsed. They put in a new plastic culvert and the road is now open . He is keeping track of materials, equipment and labor on this project...
Register Now For Absentee Ballot
A Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, May 3, 2011. Those residents of Geauga County who would like to vote an absentee ballot should make arrangements now. In order to request an absentee ballot for the Election, registered voters must fill out an absentee application. Each request must have the applicant’s original signature. Requests may be mailed to: Geauga County...
Nelson Promotes Two Employees
Nelson Township - Nelson Township Trustees met for their regularly scheduled meeting recently with all trustees and the fiscal officer present. The fiscal officer presented bills and wages; he also gave a funds status report along with real estate tax money from the estate of Robert W Norris. The trustees approved the expenditures and the minutes from the last...
Summerfest Committee Announces Idol Auditions
Garrettsville - Do you think you can sing? Do you like to be on stage performing before others? Are you available April 17th, May 15th and June 26th 2011? If your answer is yes to all of the above, then I have a gig for you. Garrettsville Summerfest announces the audition dates for Garrettsville Idol, the grand finale event...
Commissioners Holding Public Forum
Portage County - On Monday, April 4, Portage County residents are invited to attend a public meeting at Maplewood Career Center to discuss whether the county should build the new County Court House in the city of Kent or explore the ability to place this court house in another location. The meeting, which is being hosted by the Portage County...
“Hi-Crier” Hits Newstands Thursday
Garrettsville - The James A. Garfield Mass Media Class under the direction of Mrs. Tina Downing in conjunction with The Weekly Villager, is pleased to announce their first edition of the “Hi-Crier”. Look for this quarterly publication produced by talented Garfield students who will share school district news, events and items of interest. The paper will...
2011 4-H Window Painting Contest
Portage County - In celebration of Ohio 4-H Week, the thirteenth annual window decorating contest was held. The 2011 contest theme was “4-H, A Pathway To The Future.” Fourteen different clubs entered the contest. Six clubs throughout the county competed against each other and eight clubs in the city of Ravenna entered. Pictured above (left) The Outlaws window which ...
Second Annual St. Patrick’s Day A Success!
Garrettsville put on its best green last week as folks were determined to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with style during the Second Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration sponsored by the Garrettsville Area Chamber of Commerce. The event brought everyone out of winter’s hibernation to celebrate the holiday that has everyone claiming be Irish, even if it is only for...
Real Heroes Honored for Lifesaving Responses
Portage County - You may not realize it, but you are surrounded by real heroes every day... ordinary people who react quickly, courageously and selflessly during emergencies. The American Red Cross of Summit and Portage Counties takes time each year to honor the Real Heroes of Portage County, shining the spotlight on heroic individuals who would never be recognized...
Amish Business Spotlight: Yoder’s Coleman
Huntsburg – Right on the outskirts of Middlefield, right off of Burton-Windsor Road and Clay Street is a most unique shopping experience. Yoder’s Coleman is located at 15890 Durkee Road in Huntsburg. Their phone number is 440-636-6224. Their normal business hours are Monday through Saturday from 8 am until 5 pm. You will find much more than just Coleman items...
A “High Flying” Thank You
Middlefield - On February 26 the Middlefield Police Department and CWE Championship Wrestling Experience teamed up for fun filled night of “High Flying”, “Hard Knocks” and “Total Excitement”. The wrestling event was a fund raiser for the Middlefield Police Department’s “Shop with a Cop” program. CWE promoter Kyle Terreri and Chief Ed Samec discussed the event as a fund...
Fire District Receives New Truck
Garrettsville - The Garrettsville-Freedom-Nelson Joint Fire District is proud to place in service a new 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1-ton truck, which will be used as a brush truck (replacing a 1963 model). This truck was purchased due to the department being awarded a FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant in 2010 in the amount of $42,188. Pictured here are (Left...
Fowl Topic Open To Public Discussion
Garrettsville – Village Council met on Wednesday March 10 for their monthly meeting. The minutes of February’s meeting were approved without correction. The Mayor reported that the equipment for the new canine police vehicle has arrived, but the vehicle will not be here until the end of April to early May. He also mentioned that spending had exceeded revenue...
Windham Fire Board Purchases Ambulance
Windham - The Windham Volunteer Fire Department (W.V.F.D) Joint Fire District board met for their regularly-scheduled meeting with four of the five board members. The board’s first action was to approve the fiscal report and expenditures. After a month of research and review, the board has approved the purchase of a new ambulance. The board goal is to try...
Windham Historical Society News
Windham - The Windham Historical Society continues their busy 2011 schedule on Monday, March 21, at 7 PM in the Brick Chapel on North Main Street in Windham. The program for this meeting will be presentations by two Windham High School seniors, Jeremy Isler and Jarrod Davis, as the final step in their pursuit of Windham Historical Society scholarships. These scholarships...
Newton Falls Planning For July 4th
Newton Falls - Newton Falls 4th of July Festivities Committee is in the final planning stage. We are so excited this year because it is our 25th Annual Car Show. That’s right. Can you believe 25 years? We are going to start this year’s car show with a Street Dance on Friday, June 24, at 7:00 to 11:00 in...
Garfield Boys Roll Their Way To Third Place At State
Columbus - On Saturday, March 5th the Garfield and Crestwood boy’s bowling teams competed in the State Championships at Wayne Webb’sColumbus Bowl. It was the first trip to State for both teams. The G-Men got off to a great start in game one, led by Kyle Bolton’s 258 and Cody Berg’s 251. They got some clutch bowling the rest of...
Portage County’s Real Heroes
Portage County - On March 12, the Portage County Chapter of the American Red Cross honored some real heroes for life saving acts of courage. More than 200 people gathered at the Bertram Inn in Aurora for this event. Both civilian and professional emergency responders from throughout the county were recognized for turning heartbreak into hope during 2010. Lisa...