Rockets basketball stuns Explorers in overtime victory
The Streetsboro Rockets boys’ basketball team finally got to experience what home court advantage feels like. In only their second home game of the season, the Rockets rallied in the fourth quarter to top Hudson 58-51 in an overtime thriller last Friday evening at Streetsboro High School. “It was huge,” said Coach Nick Marcini. “We had a tough loss at...
Aurora wrestling sweeps tri-meet against Chardon and Mayfield
The Aurora Greenmen wrestling team got a glimmer of what to expect when the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division I postseason arrives next year. The Greenmen’s fast start to the season continued when they swept a tri-meet against Chardon and Mayfield, beating the Hilltoppers 39-30 and the Wildcats 59-18 last Saturday afternoon at Mayfield High School. “I think it...
Ravens basketball squanders fast start in loss against Dukes
The Ravenna Raven boys’ basketball team needed a quick start against the Marlington Dukes and they delivered in the first quarter. But the Ravens could not maintain their intensity and lost 63-50 against the Dukes last Friday afternoon at Mount Union University in Alliance. “Toward the end of the game we missed some assignments on the defensive end and were...
Bomber girls basketball fueled by big third quarter, keep Huskies winless
Although the Windham Bombers girls’ basketball team was not at full strength, they were ignited by a big third quarter and defeated Cardinal 70-41 last Thursday evening at Windham’s Marty Hill Court. “This was big because a freshman and two sophomores had to play big minutes,” said Bombers’ Coach Jim Collins. “They not only played those minutes but stepped up...
Aurora swimming plans for second annual Alumni Meet
Although 2008 Aurora Greenmen graduate Kelley Mehallis is no longer the head coach of her alma matter’s swimming team, she still remains connected to program she swam for during high school. The Greenmen will once again host the Alumni Meet under her direction on Wednesday at Hiram College’s pool at 7 p.m. “I am so excited to still be part...
Maintaining a Clear Drain: Seven Foods to Never Put Down Your Sink During the Holidays
The holidays are here, and many of us are spending time in our kitchens preparing tasty meals and treats for family and friends. It can be tempting to allow food scraps to go down the sink drain, but there are many types of foods that should NEVER go down your drain, even if you have a garbage disposal. Preventing...
Aurora girls basketball cruises past Barberton to cap off perfect week
There are very few things in life that are certain. But one certainty is that the Aurora Greenmen girls’ basketball team will always play their best against Barberton as long as they are members of the Suburban League American Conference, beating the Magics 57-19 last Friday evening at The Greenhouse. “It was a good week,” said Coach Erika Greenberg. “We...
Garfield G-Men girls basketball stifles Campbell Memorial in second half
The Garfield G-Men girls’ basketball team has used 65 different combinations in their first five games of this season. The G-Men finally found the winning combination with a defensive clinic in the second half to beat Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier foe Campbell Memorial 37-18 for their first victory of the season last Thursday evening in Mahoning County. “We...
James Dale Lacan
can, fondly known as Dale, 74, of Garrettsville, went home to his Lord and Savior on Monday, December 11, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born September 3, 1949, in Cleveland, and was raised by his loving grandparents, Joseph and Grace Evitts, and mother, Barbara Byrne. He was a proud veteran of the US Army. Dale served in the...
Cardinal senior forms bond with an unusual friend
Communicating is nothing out of the ordinary for Emma Geesling. The Cardinal senior isn’t afraid to connect with her fellow bandmates while on the football field on a Friday night. She is also willing to help instruct her younger teammates on the volleyball court where Geesling played as defensive specialist for the last four seasons. Her leadership and communication...
Judge Eklund Conducts Swearing-In Ceremony at Hiram College
Over 40 people from six local communities gathered to witness the swearing-in ceremony of elected officials at Koritansky Hall on Hiram College’s campus last Friday evening. Ohio Eleventh District Court of Appeals Judge John Eklund officiated the event; other notable guests included Portage County Commissioners Anthony Badalamenti, Sabrina Christian-Bennett, and Mike Tinlin. At the event, Hiram Village Council President Chris...
Jakacki spurs Terriers basketball past Hawks for first home win
The Hiram College Terriers men’s basketball team had struggled to find momentum at the start of the season but found that spark after junior guard Trent Jakacki ignited the team with a breakout performance by scoring 46 points, helping the Terriers defeat Hilbert College 91-83 for their first home victory of the season last Friday evening at Hiram College’s...
Berkshire girls basketball bogged down by third quarter in loss against Wickliffe
There is always that one game that can serve as a turning point in a season for any team. That game came for the Berkshire Badgers girls’ basketball team when they suffered from another lackluster second half, losing 41-26 against Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division rival Wickliffe last Thursday evening at Wickliffe High School. “Every game has been more of...
Berkshire girls basketball shoots it from deep for Lady Badgers Charity Challenge
According to Char Kuchta, one of the things her late son, Kyle, loved most was playing basketball. After he passed away in 2017, Kuchta stayed connected with the Berkshire Badgers basketball programs and the Badger girls are now hosting a three-point fundraiser this season to donate funds to the Kyle Strong Foundation and the National Alliance on Mental Illness Geauga County,...
Shop with A Cop program brings cheer to local kids for a dozen years
On Saturday, December 9th, the Hiram and Garrettsville Police Departments teamed up to help make the holidays a little brighter for some local families. “We had a total of 29 children participate this year,” Hiram Village Police Chief Brian Gregory noted. “That’s the largest number we’ve ever hosted during Shop With a Cop’s 12 years.” As in past years, school...
Twentieth Century Club Marks Year’s End with Joyful Festivities
The Garrettsville’s Twentieth Century Club concluded its club year with a festive gathering at Nasreen Kitko’s home. The hostess received assistance in preparing the diverse and delightful meal from co-hostesses Karen Ziarko and new member Kathy Watson. The roll call was answered with “my Christmas wish,” resulting in a series of aspirational responses. These varied from hopes for relief from...
B-M Rotary holds annual Christmas party
The Rotary Club of Burton-Middlefield held its yearly Christmas Party at the Veteran’s Legacy Woods Park in Newbury Township on Dec. 13. The event was attended by 42 members, spouses, friends, adult children, and past Rotary members who were invited to catch up on old friendships. Food, snacks, decorations and table settings by the event committee were over the...
Rockets wrestling sweeps tri-match against Falcons and Bulldogs
Fast starts are never a bad thing in any sport. For the Streetsboro Rockets’ wrestling a team, getting off to quick starts in dual matches makes all the difference and it showed when they defeated Metro Athletic Conference rival Woodridge 48-27 and then overpowered Field 57-22 in a tri-match last Thursday evening at Streetsboro High School. “It’s early and we...
Aurora’s Howard Hanna hosts holiday gift raffle
The Howard Hanna Real Estate Company has always been very active in charity fundraising. One of the Company’s favorite charities to raise money for has been the Howard Hanna Children’s Free Care Fund and they held a holiday gift raffle which raised approximately $3,000 last Monday at the Aurora location. “We have had a lot of great success with community...
Pictures with Santa event grows with student volunteers from JAG Schools
On December 2nd, State Farm Agent Shannan Jursa hosted her 10th Annual Pictures with Santa community event. After three years of the event being semi-private, for such a big milestone Shannan wanted to not only re-open the event to the public but grow the event as well. The event hosted many new faces, most of which were the 26 student...
Historic diner back on the map
As of October 2023 Ravenna has welcomed the newest addition to the downtown area, The Horseshoe Diner. Woodie and Sue Goodnight, a salt of the earth couple, took over the vacant space in the Buckeye Mall to turn it into a place where you can “catch up with old friends and make some new ones.” The Horseshoe Diner had its...
Berkshire bowling fueled by a quick start tops Wildcats
According to Berkshire Badgers boys’ bowling coach Kevin Johnson, when everything is clicking, his squad can bowl with the best of them. Berkshire looked the part when it defeated Mayfield 2036-1496 last Thursday afternoon at the Rosewood Bowling Lanes in Oakwood. “We put them away early and really did not even give them a chance to come back,” Berkshire’s third-year...
Updates from the November BPA Meeting
The November Board of Public Affairs meeting, led by Board President Ed Maresh, commenced at 6:30 p.m. on November 7th, saw the attendance of officials including Board Members Ben Coll and Michael Sherer, Solicitor Michele Stuck, Water Superintendent Jeff Sheehan, Mayor Rick Patrick, and Fiscal Officer Donna Love. Residents Marcia Grenig and Amy Turos were also present. Marcia Grenig expressed...
Aurora Chamber of Commerce recognizes Business and Person of the Year
It was that time of year again as the Aurora Chamber of Commerce held its annual holiday luncheon, honoring LayerZero Power Systems and Tony Dockus as the 2023 Business of the Year and the 2023 Person of the Year, respectively, last Friday afternoon at the Bertram Inn Hotel & Conference Center in Aurora. “We were extremely flattered, quite honestly, and...
Red Devils basketball responds swiftly to take down Mogadore Wildcats
It had been a while since the Crestwood Red Devils boys’ basketball team faced off against its former Portage Trail Conference County Division foe Mogadore. The Red Devils greeted their old conference rivals by beating them 66-44 last Saturday afternoon in Mantua. “This is a great rivalry game,” said Coach Josh Jakacki. “We miss this rivalry and I wish there...
Garfield G-Men basketball cools off after hot start, loses against Waterloo
The Garfield G-Men boys’ basketball team is still searching for its first victory of the season. The G-Men stayed winless, losing 40-38 against Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference and Portage County rival Waterloo Vikings in a crossover game last Friday evening at the JAG Fieldhouse. “Both teams came out on fire and it was a high-scoring first quarter,” said Coach Andy...
Leadership Portage County hosts Jingle & Mingle
Leadership Portage County welcomed the Christmas season by hosting its annual Jingle & Mingle event last Thursday evening at the Over Easy at the Depot Restaurant in Kent. Having always hosted events throughout the year for community connection, LPC Executive Director Andra Polasky said in an email to The Weekly Villager that the holiday event was a way to bring...
Lights, Camera, Action!
In Garrettsville, the spirit of the holiday season shines bright, transforming the town into a twinkling spectacle. Throughout the area, decorated trees, inflatables, light-adorned fences, roof outlines, silhouetted trees, Santas, Rudolphs, Nativity scenes, and even gift-delivery helicopters adorn the landscape. Sequenced lights and flashing displays add to the festive ambiance, creating a dazzling sight that rivals the illuminated celebrations...
Rocket girls basketball tames Colts in conference showdown
It’s been only three games, but the Streetsboro Rockets girls’ basketball team is off to another fast start. The Rockets remained undefeated when they overwhelmed Metro Athletic Conference foe Cloverleaf 65-30 last Friday evening at Streetsboro. “Cloverleaf had some good returning players from last year so we knew they had a couple of kids that could score, and they definitely...
Singing Stars: A Journey of Discovery
The Cardinal School District is thrilled to announce that they have not one, but two young students who have been accepted into the “Ohio Music Education Association Children’s Chorus” located in Columbus, Ohio. The Huskies will be represented by Audrey Aguillo and Ailyn Shantery who will make the trip to the Columbus Convention Center on February 1st to participate...
