Garfield G-Men basketball cools off after hot start, loses against Waterloo
The Garfield G-Men boys’ basketball team is still searching for its first victory of the season. The G-Men stayed winless, losing 40-38 against Mahoning...
Leadership Portage County hosts Jingle & Mingle
Leadership Portage County welcomed the Christmas season by hosting its annual Jingle & Mingle event last Thursday evening at the Over Easy at the...
Lights, Camera, Action!
In Garrettsville, the spirit of the holiday season shines bright, transforming the town into a twinkling spectacle. Throughout the area, decorated trees, inflatables, light-adorned...
Rocket girls basketball tames Colts in conference showdown
It’s been only three games, but the Streetsboro Rockets girls’ basketball team is off to another fast start. The Rockets remained undefeated when they...
Singing Stars: A Journey of Discovery
The Cardinal School District is thrilled to announce that they have not one, but two young students who have been accepted into the “Ohio...
Garfield Bands present “Sounds of the Season” concert
Students from James A. Garfield High School showcased their musical talents at the “Sounds of the Season” concert held on Sunday, December 10th, in...
Aurora basketball turns up the defensive pressure to beat Chagrin Falls
After the disappointing season the Aurora Greenmen boys’ basketball team had last year, they were ready to turn the page. The Greenmen started a...
Cardinal girls basketball drops close battle against Lions
The Cardinal Huskies girls’ basketball team knew there would be tough times ahead. Cardinal remained winless when it lost 41-37 against Chagrin Valley Conference...
Making a Difference: O’Reilly Equipment’s Role in Special Needs Fishing Acknowledged
Paul and Jeff O’Reilly, co-owners of O’Reilly Equipment received recognition from County Commissioner Jim Dvorak on behalf of Burton Middlefield Rotary (BMR) this past...
GHS National Honor Society’s recent endeavors
James A. Garfield High School’s chapter of the National Honor Society is actively pursuing its objectives this quarter. The student-led group initiated fundraising efforts...
Windham girls basketball prevails in the clutch, fends off Saint John
Sometimes the best way for a young team to learn is baptism by fire. The Windham Bombers girls’ basketball team survived a rally by...
JAG Band collecting donations for Tuscarawas Valley band families affected by November 14 accident
Shortly before 9 a.m. local time, on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, six people, three teenage students, two-parent chaperones, and a teacher from the Tuscarawas...
Huskies basketball doomed by slow start, lose to Wolverines
The Cardinal Huskies boys’ basketball team’s season opener did not go exactly as planned, losing 61-24 against Chagrin Valley Conference and Geauga County rival...
Indulge in holiday cheer at MaRSI’s ‘Christmas Dinner’
The Mantua Restoration Society (MaRSI) is holding their 2nd Friday Dinner, from 4 – 7pm, on Friday, December 8, 2023. The theme for this...
Rotary Christmas tree auction makes Mantua shops merrier
If you missed the arrival last weekend of Santa and Mrs. C in Mantua, don’t fret. The holidays have just begun in this festive...
Berkshire High School offers sports officiating class
The Ohio High School Athletic Association has suffered from a shortage of game officials for many years. Berkshire High School decided one way to...
Raven girls basketball hits offensive lull in loss against Colts
Although the Ravenna Ravens girls’ basketball team is in the second year of a new regime, they are still trying to figure out their...
Aurora Chamber holds ribbon cutting ceremony for Vital Flooring
According to Vital Flooring & Renovations co-owner Keith Orndoff, there is never a good time for a small business to expand. Nonetheless, he and...
Combating Hunger: Knights of Columbus’ Contribute to Nelson Garrettsville Community Cupboard
The Knights of Columbus were founded on the principles of charity, unity and fraternity at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in New Haven Connecticut in...
Be a Santa to a Senior this holiday season
It’s the most magical time of the year! As Christmas seems to fill the hearts of others, decorations are placed and the joys of...
Portage Genealogical Society to Meet
The Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at the Portage County Historical Society, 6549 N. Chestnut...
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing & DeBord’s One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning
In today’s busy world, it’s hard to find a plumbing and HVAC contractor you can trust and understands that your time is valuable! Benjamin...
Local Parishes Prepare for Advent with Reconciliation Services
As the Advent season approaches, Northern Portage Catholic Parishes have announced their adoration and reconciliation schedules for parishioners seeking spiritual preparation for Christmas. Regular reconciliation...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club delves into a feast of topics at post-Thanksgiving meeting
The latest assembly of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club, held on November 27, 2023, proved to be an eclectic gathering, featuring a wide array of...
Midnite Madness ushers in Christmas season for Ravenna
Lately the Christmas holiday seems to arrive right after a family finishes its turkey during the Thanksgiving feast. Christmas once again came early for...
Crestwood girls basketball outlasts Garfield G-Men in overtime
he Crestwood Red Devils girls’ basketball team finally snapped a cycle of losing against their Portage County rivals. Crestwood overcame the Garfield G-Men in...
Wanda Hoffman reaches 500 coaching victories with Crestwood volleyball
It seemed that when Crestwood Red Devils’ volleyball Coach Wanda Hoffman’s coaching days were behind her when she resigned from her post as the...
Garfield teacher honored with brick at National Museum of Marine Corps
Garfield High School industrial arts teacher Chris Forgacs has never been one to seek accolades for his work. His impact on students has not...
Badger girls basketball stunned by Wolverines in season opening defeat
Forcing an opponent into committing 41 turnovers seems like a recipe for success. But the Berkshire Badgers girls’ basketball team squandered that advantage, losing...
JAG Elementary Academic Honors for MP 1
4th Grade Merit Roll Grace Peterson, Baylee Alexander, Addy Bard, Eliot Mattingly, James Tushar, Nicholas Clancy, Zachary Nichols, Anthony Adorni, Baylee Krupansky, Oakley Davies, Jackson...