Gordon Safran remembered for sense of community
It seemed safe to assume Gordon Safran would want to take it easy after he sold his optical business in 1996. The former owner of Burton’s Red Maple Inn and founder of Middlefield’s DDC Clinic never wavered in his desire to play a pivotal role in the community even in his final years before he passed away on March...
Miracle Farm Rescue 2024 Fundraiser
Miracle Farm Rescue Foundation Inc. (MFRF), a 501c3 organization, presents a Night at the Races fundraiser on May 4, 2024, from 5:30 to 11:00 PM at Adam Hall Community Center, 11455 E. Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH 44023. MFRF is a non-profit organization devoted to the rescue, rehabilitation, and preservation of slaughterhouse and sport horses. We aim to enhance the...
Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society Meeting
May 4 The Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will convene on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the Portage County Historical Society in Ravenna, Ohio, featuring guest speaker Kelli Bergheimer discussing “Finding & Continuing Your Genealogy Education.” Bergheimer, a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists and the Genealogical Speaker’s Guild, will delve into various avenues of genealogy...
Fallon Schwab-Davis finds inspiration in Ravenna’s Honorary Way
Thinking about what kind of lasting legacy you will leave behind is not something Fallon Schwab-Davis ever thought she would ponder so soon. Those thoughts crept into her mind during her battle with leukemia this past year but her fears were erased when the Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce named her as the Honorary Way recipient last Thanksgiving, renaming...
Superintendent Resigns from Crestwood District
At the March meeting, the Crestwood Board of Education accepted the resignation of Dr. David Toth, Superintendent, effective July 31, 2024. After the motion was accepted, Board President Dan Tillett took a moment to thank Dr. Toth for his years of service to the Crestwood District. In the Treasurer’s Report, Treasurer/CFO, Kathryn Hoffmeister noted that February ended with a general...
Explore Ohio Like Never Before with Brandy Gleason’s New Book
Brandy Gleason, the esteemed author and creator of the Facebook sensation Ohio Road Trips (with 1.1 million active followers), is thrilled to announce the release of her latest book, “100 Things to Do in Ohio Before You Die.” This essential guidebook invites readers on an unprecedented journey through Ohio, revealing hidden gems, untold adventures, and celebrated landmarks. Gleason’s exploration...
Rockets baseball thumps Spartans with electric offense
Although they have only played three games so far, the Streetsboro Rockets’ baseball team cannot complain about the start they have had to the season. Streetsboro remained undefeated when it dominated Metro Athletic Conference rival Akron Springfield 14-4 last Wednesday at American Legion Field. “We are excited about our start,” said Coach Chris Scisciani. “We wish we could have gotten...
Hiram men’s volleyball sweeps St. Vincent to clinch AMCC banner
NCAA Division III tournament when they swept Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference rival Saint Vincent 25-20, 25-20, 25-13 to win the AMCC tournament last Saturday afternoon at the Robert S. Carey Center in Latrobe, PA. “We reached the goals we had set early in the season and that obviously means a lot when you are going through a long season and...
Cardinal softball walks off Fairport Harding
Although the Cardinal Huskies’ softball team’s four-run lead evaporated in the top of the seventh inning against Faiport Hirding, they were still in the game deadlocked in a 19-19 tie. Freshman catcher Adelyn Grant ended it when she blasted a walk-off two-run home run to left field, clinching a 21-19 victory for the Huskies last Saturday afternoon in Middlefield. “That...
We’re All Invited
JAG Kindergarten Registration Register today! It’s time to register for a Screening appointment if your child will be 5 years of age by August 1, 2024. To complete online documents, visit our website, www.jagschools.org, click on Menu, scroll down to the FinalForms link. Please call Kristine @ the Elementary office, 330-527-2184, for a screening appointment on Thursday, April 11, 2024. Book Review...
Free Community Baby Shower
Expecting parents and parents of newborns are cordially invited to a free Community Baby Shower at Reed Memorial Library on Saturday, April 29th. Drop in any time from 11:00 am to 12:30pm to enjoy refreshments, free resources, games, and door prizes. Collect giveaways and speak directly with community partners who support growing families. Reed Memorial Library has partnered with...
School alumni to hold 116th reunion
School alumni to hold 116th reunion The Auburn School Alumni 116th reunion will be held at 2 pm May 19, 2024 at Adam Hall on Washington Street. The event is open to anyone who attended Auburn School as a teacher, student, staff member or other capacity from 1933 to 1990’s. Reservations only, please contact Patti Phillips at 440-343-0054 or Jake...
Soar to New Heights: EAA’s Learn to Fly Week Takes Off
The Experimental Aircraft Association’s Learn to Fly Week runs next month from May 13-18. Established to inspire future pilots, the second annual initiative includes expanded webinars with new topics to present to participants of all ages. The week concludes on Sunday, May 19 with the EAA Flying Start Event held by the EAA Chapter 5 at the Geauga County Airport...
Windham Township Board of Trustees meeting receives report from the Portage County Auditor
Portage County Auditor Matt Kelly attended the Windham Township Board of Trustees meeting last Thursday evening at Windham Town Hall. He provided updates on the County’s real property assessments and taxes. According to Kelly, all property appraisers were out in the community assessing real property values to determine the assessed value of real property and corresponding property taxes. In the...
Streetsboro grad Stephen Koroly finds success as sports broadcaster
When one door closes, another one opens. Although Streetsboro graduate Stephen Koroly’s dream of becoming a professional athlete were not in the cards, he has still remained close to sports by rising through the ranks as a play-by-play sports broadcaster including calling a pair of women’s soccer matches at Ohio University through ESPN+ this past fall. “It is great exposure...
Main Street Ravenna President Gregor wins logo design contest
Main Street Ravenna President Chelsea Gregor’s logo design will be seen for the City will be seen throughout Ravenna in the coming months. After collaborating with Service Director Tim Contant to promote a two-week logo design contest, the City announced in a press release on March 27 that Gregor submitted the winning logo. “I don’t know how to explain it,”...
Perennial Gardeners Gear Up for Annual Plant Sale
Save the date! The Perennial Gardeners of Chesterland are having their annual plant sale the day before Mother’s Day, Saturday, May 11, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The sale is held rain or shine at the Chester Township Town Hall parking lot, 12701 Chillicothe Road. Set your alarm and arrive early! In prior years, visitors can be seen...
PCDL Provides Free Resources to Grow Veggies & Flowers
As household expenses increase, families struggle to save money and cut costs. And as the gardening season approaches, many turn to gardening as a viable option to stretch their dollars and decrease grocery costs. In fact, according to the National Gardening Survey, sixty-nine percent of respondents noted that inflation is an important factor when planning gardening activities in 2023....
Greenmen girls track snags Don Faix Invitational title, boys are runners-up
Although it was only their first invitational of the season, the Aurora Greenmen track team raced like they had something to prove by competing against several Portage County rivals. The Aurora girls won the Don Faix Invitational by scoring 147 points and the boys took second place with 89 points last Saturday at Jack Lambert Stadium in Mantua. “It was...
Badger boys volleyball rallies and stuns Vikings in five sets
Twice the Berkshire Badgers boys’ volleyball team had forced a decisive fifth set this season and twice had they had fallen short. Losing a pair of five-set matches was two times too many for Berkshire and it finally prevailed in a five-set match by beating Villa Angela-St. Joseph 23-25, 25-22, 13-25, 25-15, 15-3 last Thursday evening in Cleveland. “It seems...
We’re All Invited
JAG Kindergarten Registration Register today! It’s time to register for a Screening appointment if your child will be 5 years of age by August 1, 2024. To complete online documents, visit our website, www.jagschools.org, click on Menu, scroll down to the FinalForms link. Please call Kristine @ the Elementary office, 330-527-2184, for a screening appointment on Thursday, April 11, 2024. Book Review...
Crestwood rededicates fieldhouse to graduates killed in Vietnam War
When the Crestwood school district originally constructed its fieldhouse in 1970, it planned to build a monument to honor a group of graduates who fought in the Vietnam War. The Red Devils finally saw those plans come to fruition when they honored the four Crestwood alumnj who died in Vietnam in a rededication ceremony last Saturday morning at Jack...
Embark on Outdoor Adventures with Scout Days: A Fun-filled Learning Experience
Scouting is not just about learning knots and tying badges; it’s about exploring the great outdoors, understanding nature, and honing valuable life skills. To encourage this spirit of adventure and learning, we are excited to announce a series of Scout Days, tailored to different age groups and interests. These events promise an engaging blend of education, exploration, and, of...
Hiram College to adopt Notre Dame College’s Thrive Program
Hiram College is pleased to announce the adoption of Notre Dame College’s Thrive Learning Center, as agreed upon through a memorandum of understanding, with plans to serve as the new location for the program following the closure of NDC at the end of the spring semester. Thrive is a comprehensive fee-based support program set to empower students to succeed academically...
Odd is the new “normal” at Ravenna’s The Odd Collective
What really is normal? For Ravenna resident Steve Cummons, his normal has been collecting a variety of unusual items throughout his life and he is giving the City of Ravenna a taste of what he has acquired by opening The Odd Collective, an antiques and memorabilia shop at 245 West Main Street. “I pretty much have collected, sold and traded...
Roll Up Your Sleeves: Work Party to Sort Freedom Township Treasures
Freedom Township Historical Society's first program of 2024 will be a work program held at the Drakesburg School, 7276 St Rt 303 on Tuesday April 9 at 7 PM. The "work" will consist of sorting and organizing old newspaper wedding photos, newspaper articles about our churches and Freedom Center, alumni pictures and articles, Room Mothers, sports articles and pictures...
Ravenna School District Announces Resignation of Treasurer Candi Lukat
Ravenna School District regrets to announce the resignation of Treasurer Candi Lukat, effective March 31, 2024. After two and a half years of dedicated service to our district, she has decided to pursue other opportunities. In response to Ms. Lukat’s departure, Ravenna School District has taken proactive steps to continue our financial operations. We are pleased to announce that we...
Dr. Amanda Burke wins Award Of Excellence From Problem Gambling Network Of Ohio
Townhall II Problem Gambling Prevention Specialist Dr. Amanda Burke was honored posthumously at the Problem Gambling Network of Ohio’s (PGNO) annual conference with the Award of Excellence. The PGNO Award of Excellence is awarded to those who make significant contributions to the problem gambling service system, encourage collaboration within the field and display continuous advocacy for the field. “In Amanda's...
Garfield G-Men baseball keeps cruising by blanking Campbell Memorial
When trying to repeat success after a dominant season, there is no better way to start than by dominating a conference rival. The Garfield G-Men baseball team’s fast start continued with a 10-0 shutout victory against Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier foe Campbell Memorial in their home opener last Thursday evening at Garrettsville. “The kids are just coming out...
Crestwood softball doomed by defensive miscues in loss to Minerva
Right now, the Crestwood Red Devils’ softball team has spent more time on the diamond during a game than in actual practice time. The Red Devils’ lack of outdoor playing time continued to show when they were defeated by Minerva 14-4 last Thursday at Minerva High School. “Our biggest issue overall is the lack of outside time,” said Coach Matt...
