Spring Bird Walks in Hiram
This is the time that many birds are moving north to nest in our area or to go further north to breed. Many travel great distances such as purple martins, many of whom have already arrived here from their winter home in the amazon basin of south america. Spring bird walks have been going on here in north east...
Berkshire baseball rallies late, tops Orange in late innings
The Berkshire Badgers’ baseball team had not mustered much offense in the first five innings against Chagrin Valley Conference foe Orange but came on strong in the final two frames, scoring eight runs to topple the Lions 10-5 for their third straight victory last Friday in Pepper Pike. “It is a testament to the guys and our players as a...
Hiram Township and Village Hold Joint Meeting
After several major changes involving the Hiram Fire Department in recent months, residents from Hiram Township and Village have a chance to gather to ask questions about Fire and EMS coverage in their communities. The event takes place on Monday, May 4th at 7 pm at the Hiram Christian Church. On April 13th, Hiram Mayor Anne Haynam announced that Anthony...
Berkshire promotes Franks to head girls’ soccer coach
Since arriving in Burton in 2021, Stephanie Franks has had a hand in developing the youth for the Berkshire Badgers girls’ soccer program. After three years serving as the middle school girls’ soccer coach, Franks has been selected as the new Badger girls’ soccer coach. “I think it is exciting,” Franks told The Weekly Villager on April 24. “I feel...
JA Garfield Historical Society News
The James A. Garfield Historical Society met on April 20, 2026, welcoming a new member and dealing with numerous business items such as the damage to the new sign brought about by recent wind issues, replacement doors for the basement, the NEO intermuseum council meeting to be attended by the Zizkas, recent meeting at the Portage County Historical Society...
Ravens’ baseball jumps on Cowboys early to claim victory
The Ravenna Ravens’ baseball team mounted an early lead and erupted late against Youngstown Chaney, snapping their six-game losing streak to win decisively 9-3 last Friday evening in Youngstown. “That was good for the guys,” said Coach Lee Lovejoy. “There was confidence last night, especially at the plate which is a big part of where we have been struggling and...
League of Women Voters watch party, PBS Great Performances: Suffs
The League of Women Voters chapters serving Northern Portage County, Kent, and Geauga County will host a free public screening of the Tony Award–winning Broadway musical Suffs on May 8, 2026, at Hiram College’s Hayden Auditorium. Doors open at 6 pm, the screening will begin at 7 pm. Presented in partnership with PBS of the Western Reserve and the...
Shalersville Historical Society Meeting
Shalersville Historical Society's monthly meeting will be Thursday May 7 at 7 PM at the museum located at 9154 St Rt 44. Now that the winter snows have ended (I hope), it's time to explore new opportunities. Volunteers and new faces are always welcome! This will be an especially important meeting as we finalize plans for our first annual...
Know The Facts – Community EMS District Additional Levy
Let’s talk about Community EMS District. Community EMS Distict is a tax funded public agency that provides emergency medical services for the Village of Garrettsville, Freedom Township, and Nelson Township. Until October 2009, the Distict contracted with Community Ambulance, Inc. Community Ambulance, Inc. provided the employees that handled the calls for emergency services, paying the day to day bills...
G-H Rotary Report
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary met in Cal’s II, Sky Plaza on April 27, 2026 to advance their community- focused programs going into their 101st year. These included the following activities. The StoryWalk installation at the park in conjunction with the PCDL and the PCPD; new design and timetable were shown–coming in July–updates quarterly. The centennial celebrations (1926-2026)-- who to be invited to dinner....
Terrier women’s lacrosse wraps season with road loss against Golden Tornadoes
The Hiram Terriers women’s lacrosse team’s revival season concluded last Saturday evening against Presidents’ Athletic Conference foe Geneva as the Golden Tornadoes pulled away late in the fourth period to prevail 12-5 at Veterans Memorial Park in Beaver Creek, PA. “We fought hard in the first half, and it was a fairly close game,” said Coach Maddie Wilson. “We never...
Monkey Business & More: Memories of the Nelson Ledges Amusement Park
If history with a beer sounds interesting, then join us at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 19 at Garrett’s Mill & Brewing Co. in Garrettsville for the second of a series of free Tap Talks co-sponsored by James A. Garfield Historical Society and the Mill. Monkeys, a ferris wheel and an arcade—oh my! Ohio was home to dozens of small amusement...
22nd Annual Spring Drive-It-Yourself Tour Returns May 16
The 22nd Annual Spring Drive-It-Yourself Tour returns on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., inviting residents and visitors to discover the charm, creativity, and hidden gems of Geauga County and the surrounding area. This cherished tradition attracts participants from across Northeast Ohio for a memorable day of adventure and exploration. It also aligns with America...
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...
Windham baseball sweeps Lordstown in league doubleheader
The Windham Bombers’ baseball team helped their standing in the Northeastern Athletic Conference Stripes Division by sweeping league rival Lordstown in a doubleheader, winning 15-0 and 17-1 in a pair of five-inning games last Wednesday evening in Warren. “After Wednesday’s games, I feel that the kids have gained more confidence and confidence in the game of baseball or any other...
Rae Bonner: The Heart Behind Bonner Farms Natural Beauty
Rae Bonner isn’t just the founder of Bonner Farms Natural Beauty -- she’s the heart, the hands, and the soul behind every single jar. And like most good stories, hers began right at home... on the family farm. When Covid hit, Rae was bundled up in the cold, selling farm-fresh meat packages with her son Joe and cousin, Gail straight out...
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...
