Maplewood Adult Education Cosmetology Program
Maplewood Career Center’s Adult Education Department is offering an evening, adult cosmetology program that will start Monday, September 8, 2025. The cosmetology program’s schedule is...
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Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays “THE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE SOLUTION. A scientifically proven program for preventing strokes and heart disease” by Richard...
Rootstown grad Sam Kropp becomes first Voice of Ravenna champion
It may have been a decade since Rootstown first grade teacher Sam Kropp performed in front of a big crowd, but she has not...
Engines Roar for a Cause at Anna Maria of Aurora’s 16th Annual Charity Car Show
The Campus of Anna Maria of Aurora will host its 16th Annual Charity Car Show on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to...
Ravenna School District holds sealed bid auction for former West Park Elementary
Just several months after officially closing West Park Elementary, the Ravenna School District will continue moving forward without using the building by holding a...
Hiram elevates Macy Roell to become women’s volleyball coach
In the wake of longtime Hiram Terriers women’s volleyball Coach Brittany Dye’s departure from the program, Hiram has promoted from within to fill her...
Jenna Canale Name 4-H State Achievement Award Winner
Jenna Canale, a 16-year-old from Portage County, has been recognized with the prestigious Ohio 4-H Clothing and Textiles Achievement Award. This award also earns...
Elite Pharmacy continues expansion, to open new location in East Palestine
Elite Pharmacy’s expansion is not slowing down any time soon. According to Co-Owner/Windham Zoning Inspector Jake Sweet, the local independent pharmacy will be of...
Kathryn Naomi Brobst
Kathryn Naomi Brobst, 105, of Windham, OH passed away Monday, July 28, 2025, at her home. She was born August 12, 1919, in Akron, OH,...
Michael J. Schustrich, Sr.
Michael “Mikey” J. Schustrich, Sr., 30, of Garrettsville, OH, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025. He was born December 28, 1994, in Chardon,...
Donald Edward Clark
Donald (Don) Edward Clark, 92 of Windham, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at home surrounded by his family. Don was born...
Patricia A. Yon
Patricia A. “Patty” Yon, 43, of Kent, passed away Tuesday July 29, 2025 at the UH Portage Medical Center in Ravenna, Ohio. She was...
Louis Koleszar
Louis Koleszar, 97 years old, of Nelson Township, passed away peacefully from natural causes at home on Wednesday July 30, 2025, surrounded by his...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary met on August 4, 2025 with a full picnic of programs to discuss; these included: • Approval of the group mission statement • Attendance...
Hiram School Reunion Held
The 32nd Hiram School Reunion was held Sunday, July 20th at the Troy Community Center. Forty-two classmates enjoyed an afternoon of visiting and a potluck...
Hiram alum Molly Middleton picked to be Ravenna’s new cross country coach
Longtime cross county/track Coach Molly Middleton discovered that retirement from coaching was not all that it was cracked up to be. Almost two years...
Crestwood Community Center News
The Crestwood Community Center meets every Wednesday at 4810 East High Street in Mantua Lodge at Buchert Park from 11-3. Check out updates on...
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Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays “THE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE SOLUTION. A scientifically proven program for preventing strokes and heart disease” by Richard...
Local musician Marc Lee Shannon to be guest speaker at TownHall II Picnic
Longtime musician Marc Lee Shannon, former lead guitarist for Michael Stanley & The Resonators, will bring his mental health platform to the TownHall II...
An Honorable Journey From Vietnam To Kent State Geauga
Honor is not only an attitude; it’s an action. As it is given and received, it profoundly improves the lives of all involved. In this...
Ravenna alum DaVante McKinney takes over as girls’ basketball coach
Ravenna graduate DaVante McKinney said he can remember the rich tradition of basketball during his playing days. McKinney will try to bring the Raven...
Craig Barstow seeks to bring stability as new Berkshire Badgers’ baseball coach
The 2025 season was a challenging year for the Berkshire Badgers’ baseball team, with longtime coach Nick Burzanko abruptly resigning in the fall of...
Crestwood School District holds 3rd annual supply drive for pep rally
As the dawn of the 2025-26 school year approaches, the Crestwood School District is attempting to get a head start by once again holding...
JA Garfield Historical Society News
The JAGHS meeting on July 22, 2025 was the occasion for thanks and appreciation for a welcome donation from the Garrettsville Eagles, Aerie 2705....
Garfield graduate Owen Bass recounts travels in India
Although it has been several months since returning home from studying abroad in India, Garfield alum Owen Bass said he will always carry a...
Cardinal School District plans to add $2.2 million into Capital Expense Plan
The Cardinal School District already has plans for the use of the proceeds realized from their recent sale of the Jordak Elementary Building to...
Patti Hicks Commemorated at Honorary Way Recipient
Longtime Ravenna resident Patti Hicks’ memory will still still shine brightly on the corner of the Courthouse Lawn in front of the Portage County...
Annie E. Hannan Quiggle
Annie E. Hannan Quiggle, age 61, passed away on Monday, May 19th at 2 pm. Annie was born on January 29, 1964. Annie is survived...
George C. Berthold
George C. Berthold, 84, a devoted son, sibling, husband, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed on Thursday, July 24, 2025, in the comfort of his home...
Robert Edward Evans
Robert Edward Evans, age 91 of Freedom Township, passed away July 17, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born January 20,...
