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’...
Alpha Mae Lutz
February 10, 1942 – July 5, 2026 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, whose life...
Job and Family Services Announces New Portage 50 Plus Community Newsletter
Portage County Job and Family Services is announcing publication of the Senior Scoop, a 50 Plus Community Committee newsletter. The Senior Scoop is a quarterly...
The Voice of Ravenna returns for season two on July 25
The popular local singing competition The Voice of Ravenna has returned for a second season and will host its final round and live voting...
Longtime Streetsboro Coach Jon Hannan slated to become Holy Name A.D.
For the first time since the 2013-2014 school year, Streetsboro Rockets’ cross country, middle school track and girls’ flag football Coach Jon Hannan will...
G-H Rotary Report
Birthday party prep was the business of the day for the July 13, 2026 meeting of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary. The festivities will be held...
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...
Garrettsville council weighsdata center pause, approves budget measure
Present were council members Tom Hardesty, Frederic Ahrens, Sheri Johnson, John Brachna, Richard Beatty and Jeff Kaiser. Officials present were Mayor Rick Patrick, Fiscal...
Final Clue Leads to Treasure Hunt End
It started this winter with a man at home with his family one evening, scrolling. He came across a tik-tok video about a million-dollar...
Hiram alum Russ Swartz returns as Mogadore boys’ basketball coach
Hiram College alum Russ Swartz’ retirement as a head high school basketball coach was short-lived, as he is returning to his alma matter to...
Freedom Twp. Historical Society News
How many of you remember nickel night at Geauga Lake Park? A couple of us old-timers do! All the rides were a nickel each...
G-H Rotary Report
No fireworks, just ongoing work to be done at the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary meeting on July 6, 2026…including *Settling details for the 100th birthday celebration on...
CCC Summer of Fun Continues
The Crestwood Community Center (CCC) will once again begin meeting the Marty Hura Lodge in Buchert Park on Wednesday, July 1st. That day, CCC...
Garfield assistant football Coach Michael Finney to resurrect Newton Falls’ wrestling program
Garfield G-Men offensive line/special teams coordinator Michael Finney wanted to return to coaching high school wrestling after taking a year off from the sport...
Windham Township Board of Trustees approves use of NOPEC funds for new blinds
At the Windham Township Board of Trustees meeting last Thursday evening at Windham Township Hall, the Board approved the use of a grant from...
Guido’s, longtime Ravenna restaurant, plans for 60th anniversary celebration
The popular Guido’s Pizza & Catering Restaurant will celebrate a significant milestone by hosting a block party to commemorate its 60th anniversary on July...
This Summer, You Can Improve Your Home’s Cooling Efficiency!
Presented by DeBord Plumbing & Heating of Chardon, Ohio While we offer professional energy audits, you can also perform a personal home walk-through in just...
Attention Troy Township Senior Citizens
The Troy Township Trustees are joining forces with the Geauga County Department on Aging for the 2026 Troy Senior Trash Pick-Up Days, July 23...
Portage County Amateur Radio Service Trunkfest
The Portage County Amateur Radio Service will hold its first annual Trunkfest on July 11th from 9:00AM to 1:00PM at their club site located...
Celebrate America 250 with Monday FUN-Day at Frohring Meadows
Looking for a relaxed summer evening the whole family can enjoy? Pack a picnic and head to Frohring Meadows from 6 to 8 p.m....
SAFE to Host Open House Events at Streetsboro and Akron/Fairlawn Offices
Simply Amazing Family Environment, also known as SAFE, is inviting the community to attend upcoming open house events at both its Streetsboro and Akron/Fairlawn...
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 ....
Crestwood School Board News
At a recent School Board meeting, Crestwood Superintendent Mrs. Aireane Curtis recognized the four retirees who provided an astounding total of 130 years of...
Ravenna Parks & Recreation Department launches City’s first disc golf course
The City of Ravenna’s Parks & Recreation Department is introducing a new recreational sport for residents to participate in, holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony to...
