Streetsboro Bus Driver Carl Seiter crowned champion of The Voice of Ravenna
Having competed in last year’s inaugural The Voice of Ravenna Competition, Streetsboro Bus Driver Carl Seiter said that he knew he would return. Seiter delivered...
Freedom Township Historical Society News
Everyone is invited to our upcoming program on "Farm families who were displaced by the Ravenna Arsenal" on Tuesday, August 11 at 7 PM...
Precision Roofing to offer free roof giveaway to Portage County
According to Precision Roofing Contractors of America Owner Preston Stewart, he sees more than a fair share of roofs in need of repair whenever...
33rd Hiram School Reunion Recap
The 33rd Hiram School Reunion was a wonderful gathering of friends, classmates, and community. A heartfelt thank you goes to Maryan Simsa Jenkins and...
Century Village Museum prepares for annual Antique Power Show Weekend
The Geauga County Historical Society’s Century Village Museum will once again celebrate the community’s rich pioneer history as it will host the annual Antique...
Middlefield Senior Trash Pick-up
The Village of Middlefield is joining forces with the Geauga County Department on Aging for the 2026 Village of Middlefield Senior Trash Pick-Up Days,...
Ravenna VA Clinic to celebrate 3rd annual Vet Fest
The Ravenna Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic will once again recognize the services of veterans throughout Portage County. The Ravenna VA will host its third...
Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce introduces Community Cup Challenge
The Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new summer event to the City of Ravenna. The RACC in collaboration with the Ravenna...
Earn Your GED or Enter The Adult Workforce Diploma Program
Didn’t finish high school? Earn your High School Diploma through the State of Ohio and Maplewood Career Center with The Adult Diploma Program. If...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club to host 100th anniversary party
To commemorate its’ 100th anniversary, the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club will host a party recognizing its centennial on July 26 at Bill Phelps Park on...
Community Fund Ohio to Present Special Needs Survival Guide for Families
A Special Needs Survival Guide for Families education session will take place at the Independence Library, 6361 Selig Rd., in Independence, OH on Thursday,...
Maplewood Career Center Scholarships Available for Adults
Maplewood Career Center’s Adult Education Department is offering evening programs for adults to further their education. Most of our classes qualify for the Ohio...
League of Women Voters of Northern Portage County to Host Free Voting Rights Event in Windham on August 8
The League of Women Voters of Northern Portage County, in partnership with local community organizations, will host a free public event on Saturday, August...
Mini Baker Hosts Pop Up Bakery in G-Ville
The Little Apron Bakestand will be open for business this weekend on Garfield Drive in Garrettsville. Fittingly, this mama and mini pop-up bakery has...
Mary L. Knippenberg
Mary L. Knippenberg (née Clelland), age 65, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2026. Beloved wife of Ralph Knippenberg. Loving mother of Josh Clelland. Cherished...
Cardinal graduate Jake Bean selected by Cleveland Guardians in MLB Draft
Cardinal Huskies’ graduate Jake Bean took a significant step forward in his quest to become a professional baseball player, as the Cleveland Guardians selected...
G-H Rotary Report
All about planning… Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary entertained a good crowd on July 20, 2026, with plenty happening and about to happen. Past District Governor, Bob Oborn...
Jim Irwin nearing 50th anniversary as Garrettsville-Hiram Rotarian
As the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club’s 100th anniversary is fast approaching, another significant milestone is on the horizon. G-H Rotarian Jim Irwin will soon reach...
We’re All Invited
Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour...
Portage Park District Opens New Segment of the Headwaters Trail
The Portage Park District is pleased to announce the opening of the 1.4-mile Headwaters Trail Phase VIII on Friday, July 24. The public is...
The Untold Stories of Maple Street’s Baptist Cemetery
Join Megan Starr and the James. A. Garfield Historical Society on Saturday, August 8 from 10:30 – 12:30 pm for this fascinating tour to...
LoveLight-Spirit of Motherhood Portage Announces Two Sister Circles
LoveLight, Inc., in collaboration with the Spirit of Motherhood, is pleased to announce the starting of two new twelve-week Sister Circles in Portage County. The...
8th Count Dance Steps Into 18th Year & New Location
The 8th Count (T8C) Dance Center is poised to begin their 18th year in a new location, and they can’t wait to show it...
Octane Nights Car Show returns for 12th year in Ravenna
Ravenna’s local Mongoose Motorsports, will host its annual Octane Nights Car Show in downtown Ravenna on East Main Street on Aug. 5 beginning at...
I’m Just A Little Guy
Have you heard about the data center controversy? Probably, it’s been one of the hottest topics in recent local history. Weekly Villager, The Portager,...
Justin Thomas seeks to build dynasty as Garfield G-Men’s cross country coach
After two years of holding a supporting coaching role in high school cross country around the Northeast Ohio area, Justin Thomas is taking the...
Cops & Kids Fishing August 15th
On Saturday, August 15th, kids of all ages are welcome to join officers from the Hiram Police Department for a fun day of fishing,...
Berkshire High School hosts penalty kick & 3-on-3 fundraiser
Before the 2026-27 high school athletic season begins, Berkshire High School will host a penalty kick shootout and three-on-three soccer tournament fundraiser to support...
Garfield G-Men football to host golf scramble fundraiser
The Garfield G-Men football team will once again hold a summer fundraising event before the start of the 2026-27 season by hosting a four-person...
Badger girls’ flag football continues to be on the rise
Although the Ohio High School Athletic Association officially sanctioned girls’ flag football on June 24, the Berkshire Badgers had already established a structured girls’...
