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...
Garrettsville Village Council Discusses Grass Ordinance, Tornado Sirens, and Audit Report
The Garrettsville Village Council held its regular meeting on October 9, 2024, with all council members present: Deb Wordell, Tom Hardesty, John Chambers, Sheri Johnson, Richard Beatty, and Jeff Kaiser. Also in attendance were Assistant Fiscal Officer Tara Beatty, Fiscal Officer Donna Love, Solicitor William Mason, and Mayor Rick Patrick. Representing the Garrettsville Police Department were Police Chief Tim...
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...
Fall into the holiday season with the JAG Historical Society
The 2024 Christmas Walk is on its way! Sponsored by the James A. Garfield Historical Society, this year’s walk is sure to bring out the nature lover in you! The biennial Christmas Walk is set to kick off on Thursday, November 7th with the Candlelight Night. This is a very special event. Starting at 5:00 pm til 8:00...
Garfield G-Men football pulls out close victory against Liberty
As stressful as it has been seeing his team play in some closely contested games this year, Garfield G-Men football Coach Mike Moser acknowledged that his squad is becoming adept at finishing those types of games. The G-Men remained undefeated in Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier play when they triumphed 20-13 against Liberty last Friday evening at JAG...
Hiram women’s soccer upstaged by Oberlin on senior day with shutout loss
The Hiram Terriers women’s soccer team has been searching for a breakthrough all season. That wait will have to continue after the Terriers’ lost their North Coast Athletic Conference opener against Oberlin 5-0 last Saturday afternoon at Malsimur Stadium’s Charles A. Herny Field. “They are a really good group of student-athletes and work incredibly hard so going into the game...
Rocket girls soccer books return to MAC championship by shutting out Falcons
Since the inception of the Metro Athletic Conference tournament, the Streetsboro Rockets girls’ soccer team has always played in some high-pressure matches. Streetsboro secured its third appearance in the MAC title match when it shut out Field 1-0 last Thursday night at Rocket Stadium’s Quinn Field. “The girls earned it with how hard they played on Thursday night, and you...
Garfield G-Men volleyball swept by Crestview, yield MVAC Grey Tier title
After a lackluster season in the Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier last season when they finished fourth in the conference, the Garfield G-Men girls’ volleyball team proved that it is still a force to be reckoned with. But the G-Men will once again have to settle for a runner-up finish at best after being swept 25-11, 25-5, 25-16...
Mantua Community Roast
The Rotary Club of Mantua is set to host its first-ever Mantua Community Roast on Friday, November 8, 2024, at the Mantua Corners Catering and Event Center. This lively event will shine a humorous spotlight on six of the community’s most notable figures, offering a unique evening of laughter, camaraderie, and good-natured ribbing. The “roastees” for the inaugural event include...
The G-H Rotary Reverse Raffle is Coming
At the October 7, 2024, meeting of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club, members were in high spirits as they celebrated the successful dedication of the Tom Collins Rotary Memorial Walking Trail. With the trail officially opened, the club will soon be organizing a clean-up to ensure the area remains pristine for visitors. Next on the Rotary's agenda is the annual Reverse...
Garfield Middle School announces G-Men of the Month winners
We are thrilled to announce our first group of recipients of “G-Men of the Month” recognition at Garfield Middle School! Ellie Delvaux (8th grade): Staff members had mentioned that Ellie’s positivity and kindness, joined with her willingness to learn, makes her a great candidate for this honor. Sage Rainey (7th grade): Staff members had mentioned that Sage has maintained...
Hearts for Music Heads to Rome
Like most orchestras, Mantua-based non-profit, Hearts For Music (HFM) is comprised of individuals who want to pursue their love of creating and performing music. Unlike most orchestras, however, Hearts For Music is comprised of children and adults with a variety of special needs. The group was created in 2016 by Kitrael Chin, a music therapist and long-time Worship Leader...
Crestwood football wears down Cardinal for first conference victory
It was long overdue for the Crestwood Red Devils’ football team to record its first Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division victory of the season. The Red Devils celebrated homecoming weekend by beating conference foe Cardinal 58-26 last Friday evening at Jack Lambert Stadium in Mantua. “It means a lot,” said Red Devils’ Coach Jack D’Amato. “These kids fought hard after...
Christian group launches weekly discussion series at Garrettsville Cinema
In a world that often feels increasingly divided and chaotic, engaging in meaningful conversations about the issues that matter can feel more important than ever. Starting October 14, a weekly discussion series titled “Looking Up: Why Your Worldview Matters,” will offer a space for people to explore challenging topics such as politics, religion, and current events through a Christian...
Local students provide tech help to the community at Garrettsville & Randolph Libraries this fall
On October 8th, Mr. Randy Cutlip’s students from James A. Garfield High School were lending a helping hand at the Garrettsville Library. From 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM, these students assisted community members with technology-related tasks as part of the “Tech Help from Teens” program, offering a valuable service to residents. This initiative, hosted by the Portage County District Library,...
Windham Board of Trustees approves motion to convert streetlights to LEDs
The Windham Township Board of Trustees convened last Thursday evening at Windham Town Hall to discuss converting the streetlights in the township to LEDs. They were assisted by First Energy Regional External Affairs Manager Troy Rhoades in reaching the decision to approve a motion to make the conversion. “There is an opportunity for communities to convert their existing streetlights to...
Tom Collins Memorial Trail unveiled with community walk
The Tom Collins Rotary Memorial Walking Trail got its official opening on Sunday, October 6, 2024 with quite the event taking place at the South Street (Bill Phelps) Park…beautiful sunny day with fall-approaching southwest breezes…which began to pile up tall purple clouds and resound with thunder as the afternoon went on (severe thunderstorm warnings coming from the Youngstown stations);...
We’re All Invited
Craft Show Vendors Wanted Call Today Craft Show Vendors are wanted for a show on Nov 8 from 4:30-9 and Nov 9th 9 - 3:00 at the Ravenna Elks Club 776 North Freedom Street Ravenna. Contact 330.697.8863 for an application. Cost is $55 and covers both days. Farmington Senior Center Breakfasts Mondays The Senior Center is open for breakfast Mondays from 7a-Noon. A full...
Rocket girls soccer snatches victory in final minute against Greenmen
It seems any time the Streetsboro Rockets girls’ and the Aurora Greenmen girls’ soccer teams face off, it is nothing short of exciting. That was the case when the Rockets struck gold in the final minute of play to triumph against their Portage County rival 3-2 last Saturday evening at Veterans Stadium. “I think that this is big just from...
Berkshire football three-peats as Kinsman Cup champions against Cardinal
The rivalry of Kinsman Road is beginning to lean heavily in the Berkshire Badgers football team’s favor. The Badgers secured the Kinsman Cup for the third straight season when they dominated Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division foe and Geauga County rival Cardinal 49-6 last Friday evening at Richard A. Moss Stadium in Middlefield. “It’s nice to have the Kinsman Cup...
Garfield G-Men football rolls to victory against Southeast
Chalk another Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference victory off of the list for the Garfield G-Men football team. Garfield dominated MVAC Grey Tier and Portage County rival Southeast 42-7 to stay undefeated in league play last Friday evening at Freedom Field in Palmyra Township. “It was a good game,” said Coach Mike Moser. “I keep saying the same thing but we...
Former Hiram swimmer Jamal Hill takes fifth in 50-meter freestyle at Paralympic Games
For the first time in a while, former Hiram student-athlete Jamal Hill will head back to the drawing board. In Hill’s second time competing on Paralympic Team USA, he finished in fifth place in the 50-meter freestyle with a time of 25.62 seconds on Sep. 2 in the Paralympic Games in Paris. “I felt like I had less to prove...
Free horse-drawn wagon rides
Free horse-drawn wagon rides through the woods of Swine Creek Reservation promise much enjoyment of the sights, sounds and scents of autumn during three Sundays this coming month: October 6, 13 and 20, all from 1 to 5 p.m. Guests are advised to head toward the sugar house for first come, first served boarding. Please note that seating is limited...
GHS Announces Homecoming Court
Congratulations to this year’s GHS Homecoming Court: Preston Gedeon, Mauricio Miller, Nicholas Edic, Ollie May, Harper Troyer, Abygail Seiler, Kolby Fresch, Hallie Cebulla, Serena Blohm, Hannah Kernig. Color bearers are: Elise Edwards and Brandon Bogucki. The homecoming parade will step off from Garfield Plaza at 4:30pm on Friday. The 2024 royalty will be crowned at JAG Stadium before the football...
Windham honors history class to attend Ohio School Boards Association Capital Conference
Although being the smallest village in Portage County, Windham still has a deep history rooted in its community. Windham will have a chance to educate other school districts from the State of Ohio when it sends its honors history class to the Ohio School Board Avocation Capital Conference and participate in the Student Achievement Fair on Nov. 11 in...
