Portage County Student Programs Welcomes 12 New Members to the 2024-25 Senior Board
The Portage County Senior Board is proud to announce the selection of 12 outstanding student leaders from across the county to serve as new members for the 2024-25 school year. The new Senior Board members are: Harrison Mullin, Aurora City School District; Steven Lincoln, Crestwood City School District; Abygail Seiler, James A. Garfield Local School District; Theo Bednar, Kent City...
Badger girls soccer overwhelm Flashes to claim district title
Despite controlling the first half of the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division V Northeast 4 district championship to take a 2-0 lead, Berkshire Badgers girls’ soccer Coach Ian Patterson said his team was far from satisfied. The Badgers used an offensive flurry in the second half to decisively defeat Champion 7-0 to win the district banner last Saturday...
Community Celebrates New Mural
A large group gathered recently at Buchert Park in Mantua to celebrate the completion of the latest public art installation in the small Village. The new mural, the fourth and latest outdoor installation by Five Five Media is located on the east wall of Mantaline Corporation. It faces the playground at Buchert Memorial Park on East High Street. The idea...
Red Devils soccer triumphs against Chipps to three-peat as sectional champs
There is a new standard that has been set for the Crestwood Red Devils boys’ soccer program, that winning a sectional championship is practically automatic. The Red Devils secured their third straight sectional title when they fended off Chippewa 3-2 in the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division V Northeast 5 sectional championship last Saturday afternoon at Jack Lambert...
Kelly McCandless fuels Berkshire girls soccer to rout of Newton Falls
When the Berkshire Badgers girls’ soccer team’s previous leading scorer Evania McCandless graduated last year, all eyes turned to her younger sister Kelly to take on more responsibility to fuel her team. The Berkshire junior forward has taken the reigns and continued doing so when she lifted the Badgers to an 8-0 victory against Newton Falls in the Ohio...
Streetsboro football inches closer to MAC title after clobbering Field
In the history of the Streetsboro Rockets’ football program, they have only won four league championships. The Rockets are on the verge on capturing their fifth conference banner outright after dominating Metro Athletic Conference foe Field 49-0 last Friday evening at Kenneth Lohr Stadium in Brimfield Township. “We will celebrate this on Friday night and go back to work on...
Twentieth Century Club Explores Musical Memories from Classic Films
The October 17, 2024 meeting of the Twentieth Century Club of Garrettsville was held at the home of Nasreen Kitko and focussed on music, with the roll call response being “My Favorite Song” and the program presented by Karen Miller illustrating tunes from her childhood memories of the movies. Principal flicks included “Snow White”, “Cinderella”, “Sleeping Beauty”, “Mary Poppins”...
Garfield G-Men volleyball dusts Brookside in sweep
For the second half of the regular season, the Garfield G-Men volleyball team struggled to find their winning ways after a fast start to the campaign. Garfield returned to its roots when it swept Brookside 25-12, 25-11, and 25-19 in the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division V Northeast 3 sectional championship last Thursday evening at Elyria Catholic High...
Senior Forum at UH Portage Medical Arts Building
Portage County Job and Family Services is hosting the 2024 Senior Forum on Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the UH Portage Medical Arts Building, located at 6847 N. Chestnut St., Ravenna, OH. This free event offers a variety of activities, including informative workshops, health screenings, door prizes, and a complimentary lunch.
Newton Falls Electric Department receives recognition for safety practices
The City of Newton Falls was honored for its achievements throughout the past year during the 2024 American Municipal Power (AMP) Annual Conference. The Newton Falls Electric Department received a Safety Award in the Transmission & Distribution category in recognition of no time lost due to reportable accidents. “Safety is truly important in our industry, and we are always happy to...
Tech Help from Teens programs return to local libraries in November
high school students will be on hand to help at the Garrettsville and Randolph Libraries! All tech can be covered - computers, phones, apps, software, and more! Please bring your device if applicable. Randolph Tech Help: Friday, November 1 from 4:00 – 5:00 pm. Call 330-325-7003 for more information. Garrettsville Tech Help: Tuesday, November 12 from 12:30 – 2:00 pm....
Red Devil girls cross country snags Division II district title
According to Crestwood Red Devils’ cross country Coach Jim Schweickert, it is easy to get wrapped up in the fast pace of a postseason high school cross country race. The Red Devil girls avoided burning out too early, ran as a pack, and wrapped up the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division II District title with a 7-9-11-17-19 finish...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary News
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary was cruising right along at their meeting on October 21, 2024. Principal items of business were the finishing arrangements for the Reverse Raffle night on November 9 at Sugar Bush–tablecloths, tickets, flyers, baskets, sponsors (and thank yous), tech issues, as well as consultation with Dee Synnestvedt of the People Tree on signing up to sponsor two families...
Dr. Bohrer Installed as 24th President of Hiram College
Last Thursday, Hiram College held the inauguration of the 24th President of the institution, Robert E. Bohrer II, Ph.D. “We are delighted to have Dr. Bohrer serve as Hiram’s president,” said Robert Turner, chair of the Hiram College Board of Trustees. “He is an experienced educator and strong leader whose vision and judgement will serve Hiram well as we continue...
Holiday Magic is coming to Newton Falls with ‘Christmas in the Falls’ Celebration
The quaint charm of Newton Falls will come alive on Saturday, November 30th, as the town hosts its highly anticipated “Christmas in the Falls” celebration. Set to run from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., the event promises a festive evening packed with holiday cheer. The highlight of the night will be a special acoustic performance by The Miss Americanas, a Taylor...
Garfield G-Men football rally to top Crestview
Garfield G-Men Coach Mike Moser said that despite having a young team this season, winning another Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier banner was always a possibility but it all hinged on how fast the G-Men could grow up. Garfield demonstrated its poise when it battled back from a 16-point deficit to upset MVAC Grey Tier foe Crestview 23-22,...
We’re All Invited
Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays LOVE 101 by author Peter McWilliams “To love oneself is the beginning of a life long romance.” Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave, (330)469-2044. NO book or...
Crestwood girls cross country finish second in CVC Chagrin Division, boys place fifth
If there was any doubt that the Crestwood Red Devils girls’ cross country team could not compete in the Chagrin Valley Conference Chagrin Division, they erased those concerns by rallying to take second place in the Conference Meet scoring 46 points with a 3-7-9-13-14 finish last Friday morning at Cardinal High School in Middlefield. “It was great,” said Coach Jim...
Cardinal girls cross country nab second place at CVC Valley Division meet, Berkshire boys capture third
The Cardinal Huskies girls’ cross country team may be leaving the Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division after this season but they are leaving on a high note. The Huskies took second place at their final CVC Valley Division meet, scoring 62 points with a 5-7-8-17-25 finish last Friday morning at Cardinal High School in Middlefield. “It was pretty amazing,” Cardinal...
Streetsboro girls soccer shuts out Cloverleaf to retain MAC tournament title
The entire Metro Athletic Conference will have to wait at least another year to dethrone the Streetsboro Rockets girls’ soccer team as the reigning tournament champions. Streetsboro repeated as MAC tournament champions when they stunned conference foe Cloverleaf 2-0 last Thursday evening at Kent State University’s Dix Stadium. “I think it just shows the resilience of our team because this...
Garfield G-Men football hammers Newton Falls, sets up deciding game for MVAC Grey Tier title
After taking a few steps backwards in week seven despite beating Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier rival Liberty, the Garfield G-Men course-corrected their trajectory. The G-Men remained undefeated in Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier play by dominating conference foe Newton Falls 40-0 last Friday evening at JAG Stadium in Garrettsville. “I think we had a good week again,...
Berkshire volleyball cruises past Beachwood, earns outright CVC Valley Division title
For the first time since the 2017 season, the Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division title will belong outright to Berkshire. The Badgers dominated CVC Valley Division rival Beachwood in a 25-11, 25-12, 25-8 to capture sole possession of the conference banner last Thursday evening at Beachwood High School. “I was glad,” said Coach Joan Prots. “Sometimes you can come in...
Windham football crushes Vanlue in shutout victory, eyes conference title
As the Windham Bombers’ football team enters week nine of the regular season, everything is at stake. Windham continued its season of revenge when it thumped Vanlue 48-0 to remain perfect last Saturday evening at Hinkle Field in Hancock County. “That is something that we mentioned last night to the team after the game, that was one of the first...
Short but Sweet: Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Prepares for Events and Celebrates Successes
The October 14, 2024 meeting of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary was short and sweet. Business covered included continued planning for the rapidly-approaching Reverse Raffle, including forms and assignments for sponsor recruitment, invitation lists and tickets–contacts are all! The next Rotary social at The Mill will be on October 29; invitation will be going out but are not required for attendance–It’s...
20th Century Club Kicks Off New Season
The Twentieth Century Club of Garrettsville met on October 3, 2024 at the home of Jane Hill, who was assisted in hostessing by Linda Fitt and Connie Pesecky. Roll call was answered by noting one’s favorite walking trail; winter residences, the Headwaters Trail, Lake Erie Bluffs, the Hiram Bio Station, in the backyard with the dog all got mentions...
Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
The Suicide Prevention Coalition of Portage County is hosting the International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day event on Saturday, November 23, 2024 from 1-3pm at 3922 Lovers Lane in Ravenna. International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is an event in which survivors of suicide loss come together to find connection, understanding, and hope through their shared experience. Non-Loss Survivors are...
Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society
The Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will meet on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at the Portage County Historical Society, 6549 N. Chestnut St in Ravenna Ohio at 10:00 a.m. Wayne Enders, Portage County historian, will present a computer slide program on the History of Ravenna Before 1900, showing over 100 photographs from various collections. The program is...
Portage County Substance Abuse Conference coming to NEOMED
The Portage Substance Abuse and Mental Health Conference will be held on October 31 from 8:00am-4pm at the NEW Center Ballroom at the Northeast Ohio Medical University in Rootstown. Dr. Laura Markley of Akron Children’s will discuss the impact of marijuana on adolescents. Client engagement in mental health and substance use treatment will be a topic presented by Dr. Russell...
Discover the Thrill of Reading with Surprise Book Boxes
If you're a fan of blind boxes and the thrill of discovering something new, then the Aurora Library has a special treat for you! On Monday, October 21, the library is launching its "Surprise Book Box" program, an exciting monthly event that book lovers won’t want to miss. Each month, visitors can stop by the Aurora Library and pick up...
Don’t Lose Your Head Over Six, The Musical!
Divorced, Beheaded, Died. Divorced, Beheaded, Survived. Curtain 440 presents Six -The Musical. Teen Edition, directed by Angela Miloro-Hansen. The six queens of King Henry the 8th tell their stories in a high-powered musical, concert style. They remix history with girl power and stunning voices This incrcdible cast is comprised of powerhouse singers from five local high schools. Don’t miss it! Six...