Celebrate Spring at Hiram Farm
Now that spring is here, it’s time to get outside and enjoy the sunshine. If you’re looking for an opportunity to enjoy the weather and to support some local farmers, make plans to attend the Spring Garden Party at Hiram Farm(11543 Garfield Road). The event takes place on Thursday, May 7th from 4-7pm. That night, you’ll be treated to live...
Daughters of the American Revolution plant Liberty Tree
The Molly Chittenden Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution celebrated Arbor Day and America’s 250th anniversary by planting a Liberty Tree on the campus of the Century Village Museum last Friday morning in Burton. “It commemorates everything that our ancestors did, and it honors them so we are hoping that maybe in 100 years, someone will walk by...
DNAP 50th Anniversary Open House at Eagle Creek State Nature Preserve
Join us Sunday, April 26th from 1p.m.- 4p.m. at Eagle Creek State Nature Preserve in Portage County for a special opportunity to explore one of our most biologically diverse preserves as we continue to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the division. Eagle Creek is renowned for its dazzling array of spring wildflowers and variety of natural habitats including mature forests,...
Red Devils’ baseball rallies late, upsets Panthers in extra-innings
Through six innings, the Crestwood Red Devils’ baseball team had been quiet but came alive in the top of the seventh, scoring four runs and ultimately toppled Akron Manchester 6-4 in 12 innings last Saturday afternoon in Akron. “Saturday was a tale of two games, just wrapped in one; fortunately we were able to pull one out there at the...
Ravenna High School to host Celebration of Life ceremony honoring Joe Leigh
The Ravenna community will assemble to honor the memory of longtime football Coach Joe Leigh in a Celebration of Life Ceremony on May 9 at the Ravenna High School Auditorium on May 9 at 2 p.m. “It is for anyone who was associated with Joe Leigh,” Ravenna Athletic Director Joe Lunardi told The Weekly Villager on April 15. “Whether it...
Badger boys’ volleyball storms back to triumph against Lions
The Berkshire Badgers boys’ volleyball’s three-match losing streak came to an end when they rallied to overcome Geauga County and Northeast Ohio Boys Volleyball League rival Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin in a five-set thriller 20-25, 31-29, 12-25, 25-20 and 17-15 last Friday evening at the McGarry Gymnasium in Chardon. “Kudos to NDCL, they were not going to give us anything,” said...
Stanley “Bruce” Szabaga
Stanley “Bruce” Szabaga, 83, of Garrettsville, OH, passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at the Lincoln House in Ravenna, OH. He was born on August 27, 1942, in Ravenna, OH. Bruce had lived in Ravenna, OH, Freedom Twp., OH, and Garrettsville, OH throughout his life. He was a kind soul who loved everything Elvis! Bruce also loved the dogs...
Aurora track & field sweeps John Kudley Invitational titles
The Aurora Greenmen track & field teams defended their home track as the boys recaptured the John Kudley Invitational title by scoring 157.0 points and the girls repeated as champions for the fourth straight year, scoring 140.0 points last Thursday evening at Veterans Stadium. “The guys were ecstatic that they got the title back that they lost last year to...
Portage Foundation Announces New Leadership Portage County Alumni & Friends Fund
The Portage Foundation is proud to announce the establishment of the Leadership Portage County Alumni & Friends Endowment, a new fund dedicated to providing ongoing operational support to Leadership Portage County. The fund was spearheaded and generously seeded by David and Janet Dix, whose vision and commitment to community leadership continue to make a lasting impact across Portage County. Created...
Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society to Meet
The Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will meet on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the Portage County Historical Society, 6549 N. Chestnut St in Ravenna Ohio at 10:00 a.m. The May meeting will be a “research day.” After the general meeting the members will be able to research the files at the Portage County Historical Society...
G-H Rotary Report
The “Club of Action”--Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary, swung into it on April 20, 2026 with a whole list of projects and activities, to wit : The StoryWalk Project (in conjunction with the Portage County Park District and the Portage County Library District) has a new design and will be seeking individual, organization and/or commercial sponsors for each of the installations. The Lockbox Project...
We’re All Invited
Sip N Shop Vendor Applications Being Accepted Call Today Sip n Shop on Main is taking applications for the event on July 25th from 2-7pm . Contact Jackie at rinearson05@frontier.com for an application Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at...
Newton Falls student participating in America’s Favorite Student competition
Although Eyzlei Andreson is only in the fourth grade in the Newton Falls School District, she has been a busy student, involving herself in several extracurricular activities, including entering the America’s Favorite Student competition hosted by Bill Nye the Science Guy. “I saw it online and brought it to her attention and told her it would be a cool thing...
Grow Beauty That Gives Back
With spring being the perfect time to dig into something new and meaningful in your own backyard, Geauga Park District invites plant enthusiasts, gardeners and curious beginners alike to attend Native Wildflower Gardening on Saturday, May 9. Led by Naturalist Karie Wheaton at Big Creek Park’s Meyer Center from 1 to 2 p.m., this informative program will explore the many...
Zach Peterson Memorial Scholarship Now Accepting Applications for 2026-27 School Year
Applications are open for the Zach Peterson Memorial Scholarship, offering support to local students pursuing careers in the automotive and mechanical trades. This scholarship is available to current high school sophomores attending James A. Garfield, Windham, and Crestwood High Schools who plan to enroll at Maplewood Career Center for the 2026–2027 school year. Eligible students should be entering programs such...
Garfield G-Men baseball erupts offensively to survive Maplewood
The Garfield G-Men baseball team’s bats came alive early and often, enjoying their best offensive output of the season to fend off Maplewood 8-7 last Saturday afternoon at the 717 Credit Union Field at Eastwood in Niles. “The whole game was back-and-forth, we scored runs, they scored runs,” said Coach Michael Paes. “We don’t score any runs; they don’t score...
Maplewood Career Center electrical students lay foundation for Windham Township’s street clock
With the weather having warmed up, Windham Township began the process of installing their new street clock. Windham Historical Society contracted electrical students from Maplewood Career Center to run the power line underground. Great job all around. “Some kids who never get the opportunity to make that kind of contribution, but they can see that giving back to the community...
Streetsboro baseball fends off Southeast for shutout victory
The Streetsboro Rockets’ baseball team appears to be trending in the right direction after losing their first four games of the season. The Rockets captured their second victory in three games as senior right-hander Graham Jonas fueled them to a 2-0 victory by hurling a complete game shutout against Portage County rival Southeast last Saturday afternoon at American Legion...
Hiram men’s volleyball swept out PAC semifinal by Thiel
The Hiram Terriers men’s volleyball team made their last stand in the Presidents’ Athletic Conference semifinal round and were swept 25-18, 25-11, 25-8 by top seeded Thiel College last Thursday evening at Beeghly Gymnasium’s Maenpa Court in Greenville, PA. “We knew going in that it was going to be a tough challenge,” said Coach Kyle Martini. “When you face a...
Red Devils’ softball squanders late lead against Tigers
The Crestwood Red Devils’ softball team was only one out away from sealing victory against Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division foe Chagrin Falls but the Tigers rallied to score two runs, and the Red Devils lost 8-7 in their second league game of the year last Thursday in Mantua. “It is a growing pain of being a little younger,” said...
Garfield G-Men softball blanked by Vikings
If the Garfield G-Men softball team’s first three Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier games are any indication of what future league games are like, they will have their work cut out for them after being shut out by MVAC Grey Tier foe LaBrae 18-0 in five innings last Saturday in Garrettsville. “I think we play too tight when we...
Corinne “Corky” Vondle
Corinne “Corky” Vondle of Garrettsville, born April 16, 1948, would like everyone to know that she has officially “relocated” as of April 12, 2026—no forwarding address given, but we’re certain it’s somewhere peaceful, maybe with a good view and plenty of room to keep an eye on all of us. Corky lived her life with personality, humor, and a clear...
Ravenna Planning Commission Hosts Meeting on Data Centers
The announcement was sudden, and at an awkward time. 3:00pm on a Friday, with very little advance notice. Honestly, how many people do you think would attend? When the topic of the meeting will impact the entire community for years to come...it was standing room only. The Planning Committee of the Ravenna City Council had to schedule this meeting hurriedly...
Greenmen girls’ track net Don Faix Invitational title, Rocket boys’ track finish as runners-up
The Aurora Greenmen girls’ track & field team began their season of redemption by winning their first invitational of the season, taking first place at Crestwood’s annual Don Faix Invitational with a score of 127.0 points last Saturday at Jack Lambert Stadium in Mantua. “It was a step in the right direction,” said Coach Greg Cicero. “I think we had...
Knowledge with Dawn
This week at the Middlefield Senior Center, Dawn Damante, MHA, CDP, of University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center, presented an informative session titled “Understanding Stress Later in Life” for local seniors. Dawn explained that stress does not simply disappear with retirement. In fact, later life often brings a unique set of transitions—changes in health, relationships, daily routines, and personal identity—that can...
Vintage Treasures and Heavy Machinery Take Center Stage at 62nd Annual Show in Mantua
Collectors, history enthusiasts, and families alike are invited to step back in time later this month as the International Watch Fob Association, Inc. hosts its 62nd annual Watch Fob, Memorabilia and Toy Show. Set for April 24–25, 2026, the two-day event will be held at Lakeside Sand & Gravel, 3498 Frost Road, Mantua, Ohio 44255 and will once again combine...
We’re All Invited
Sip N Shop Vendor Applications Being Accepted Call Today Sip n Shop on Main is taking applications for the event on July 25th from 2-7pm . Contact Jackie at rinearson05@frontier.com for an application Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at...
Village council reviews water rate recommendation, allocates funds for roadwork at April meeting
Garrettsville Village Council met April 8 at Village Hall to consider legislation involving water system improvements, water rate adjustments and other village business. All council members were present for the 7 p.m. meeting, including John Brachna, Tom Hardesty, Fredric Ahrens, Sheri Johnson, Richard Beatty and Jeff Kaiser. Also attending were Mayor Rick Patrick, Solicitor Bill Mason and Fiscal Officer Donna...
Historic District Boundary Signs Installed In Newton Falls
After three years of dedication, research, and community-driven effort, the City of Newton Falls has officially completed a project that celebrates its past while looking toward the future: the installation of Downtown Historic District boundary signs. Installed this past Monday at key entry points by the City’s Street Department, the signs mark the formal recognition of the downtown area’s placement...
Century Village welcomes Dr. Dan Rager for Maple Leaf Route Lecture
The Century Village Museum’s series of events celebrating America’s 250th anniversary will continue by welcoming local Ohio historian Dr. Dan Rager for an interactive presentation about the history of the Maple Leaf Route, an interurban railroad junction in Geauga Count from 1899-1925, on Thursday evening at 6:30 p.m. in Burton. “It is very exciting,” Volunteer Linn Walker told The Weekly...
