Crestwood Board Meeting Recap: Sports League Decision, Score Table Dedication, and ESC Proposal
At the beginning of the Crestwood School Board’s February meeting, Superintendent Aireane Curtis shared that the potential of Crestwood joining a potential new sports league is on hold for now. She noted that not enough schools committed to participate in a potential new league at this juncture. For now, Crestwood will remain in the Chagrin Valley Conference. She noted...
Council Discusses Utility Reimbursements, NOPEC Grants, and Village Concerns
The Garrettsville Village Council convened on Tuesday, February 12, for its second meeting of the year. Present at the meeting were Councilpersons Tom Hardesty, John Chambers, Sheri Johnson, Richard Beatty, and Jeff Kaiser; Mayor Rick Patrick; Solicitor William Mason; Fiscal Officer Donna Love; and Assistant Fiscal Officer Tara Beatty. Also in attendance were Police Chief Tim Christopher, Sergeants Keith...
JAG Musical Theatre Hosts ‘Supermarket Sweep’ Fundraiser for Mamma Mia! and NYC Choir Trip
The James A. Garfield High School Musical Theatre department is preparing to bring the hit musical Mamma Mia! to the stage this spring, promising audiences an energetic and fun-filled performance featuring ABBA’s greatest hits. Meanwhile, the JAG Choir is looking forward to an exciting trip to New York City in November 2025, where students will have the opportunity to...
Berkshire girls’ basketball propelled by fast start, ousts Salem Northwestern
Regular season records may not mean much in high school playoff basketball, but momentum is still important and the Berkshire Badger girls’ basketball team has that in spades. The Badgers rolled past Salem Northwestern 49-22 last Saturday afternoon in the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division V Northeast 1 sectional championship in Burton. “It was good,” said Coach Dave Albert....
Portage Foundation Hosts Inaugural Pickleball Tournament and Fundraiser on March 1st
The Portage Foundation is thrilled to announce its first-ever Pickleball Tournament and Fundraiser, taking place on March 1, 2025, at the Western Reserve Racquet and Fitness Club in Streetsboro. This exciting event promises friendly competition, community connection, and a shared commitment to supporting this local nonprofit organization. Pickleball enthusiasts, newcomers, and spectators alike are invited to join us for this...
Hometown Urgent Care holds “ribbon-cutting” ceremony
Before 2021, there were no Urgent Care & Occupational Health centers located in Portage County. Now there are two Urgent Care centers in the county and the Hometown Urgent Care Center officially hosted its “ribbon-cutting” ceremony last Thursday afternoon in Ravenna. “As far as Ravenna is concerned and the Chamber’s perspective, it is awesome,” Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce Executive...
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...
Kent State Offers Two Free Semiconductor Manufacturing Classes this Spring
Are you looking to dip your toes in the expanding field of microchip manufacturing? Kent State University is offering two free micro-credential courses this spring to high school juniors and seniors, as well as industry professionals, fresh starters, educators, upskillers, reskillers and those excited about the world of semiconductors. The courses – Introduction to Semiconductor Devices and Sand to...
Now’s the Time to Be “Well” Educated!
Nearly all Geauga County residents rely on groundwater wells for clean drinking water. During National Groundwater Awareness Week (March 9-15, 2025), join local experts for “Well Educated: A Deeper Look at Groundwater and Well Maintenance” on Tuesday, March 11, from 6-8 PM at the Geauga County Public Library Administrative Center (12701 Ravenwood Dr., Chardon, OH). Geauga SWCD is also offering...
Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society
The Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will meet on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at the Portage County Historical Society, 6549 N. Chestnut St in Ravenna Ohio at 10:00 a.m. The guest speaker will be Cheryl Brown Abernathy. Abernathy will speak about the numerous Lineage Societies that are available through the Ohio Genealogical Society and other societies...
Garfield G-Men wrestling secures second place at MVAC tournament
It was not ideal that the Garfield G-Men wrestling team could only fill eight weight classes at the Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference tournament. Despite relinquishing the MVAC banner to Portage County rival Ravenna Southeast, the G-Men crowned two champions to finish second with a team score of 164 points last Saturday at Crestview High School. “I think they would have...
Windham Jr/Sr High School Honor Roll – Second Quarter
5th Grade Landon Burns*, Juliana Collins*, Arabella Greer, Aiden Gurule, Xavier Jones*, Kason Kraut, Saralyn McCune, Jaxson Plaugher, Zoey Poling, Chloe Taylor, Connor Taylor, Maddison Vlasaty, Christopher Wilson 6th Grade Audrinna Baranyai, Jacob Brady, Isabella Cooper*, Connor Dundon, Aiden Edwards, Erion Garrett-Harris, Beverly Grossman*, Matthew Hickman, Diana Martin*, Mia Miller*, Sophia Olson, Paxton Rickey, Brianna Scheall*, Savannah Smith, Makabee Takacs, Jax Taylor 7th...
James A. Garfield Elementary School Honor Roll – Second Quarter
3rd Grade Honor Roll Norah Evans, Alba Macek, Hadley Boxler, Jared Holbrook, Will Kohler, Elena Molnar, Makenzie Geer, Mason Rakes, Lily Porcase, Seleste Rainey, Carson Erwin, Liam Washington, Carson Kaiser, Kevin Space, Annie Hayhurst, Reece Huebner, Addy Cunningham, Ryan Barnosky, Carson Cutlip, Van Ellerhorst, Khari Oliver, Laura Hartman, Ryker Clark, Alice Lilly, Landon Wade, Elijah Johnson, Jax Janke, Paisley Dorris, Adilyn...
20th Century Club News
The Twentieth Century Club of Garrettsville met on February 6, 2025 in the meeting space at the Covenant Bible Fellowship Church on High St. to settle back-ordered discussions on revisions to the constitution and by-laws, select nominating committee members and seek recommendations for a venue for the Spring Party…all in good time. Roll call was answered by airing personal stressors...
Berkshire boys’ basketball roars past Cardinal for series sweep
In a season filled with its fair share of challenges, the Berkshire Badgers boys’ basketball team can hang its hat on reigning supreme in the Battle of Kinsman Road. The Badgers trumped Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division foe Cardinal 72-44 to sweep the season series last Friday evening in Middlefield. “It means a lot to the kids, the whole school...
University Hospitals Heart Healthy Expo
This American Heart Month, University Hospitals will bring the expertise of the UH Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute to the community during a morning of free health screenings and interactive educational programs designed to help maximize heart health. Registration is open for the University Hospitals Heart Healthy Expo on Saturday, February 15, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the...
Rocket girls’ basketball outlasts Cardinals in regular season finale
As dominating of a season as it has been for the Streetsboro Rockets girls’ basketball team, they still had yet to capture a signature victory against a non-conference opponent. The Rockets finally delivered one when they prevailed 38-30 against Canfield in their regular season finale last Saturday afternoon at Streetsboro High School. “We have had some good wins this year...
Greenmen girls’ swimming places fifth, boys finish in seventh at sectional meet
Instead of having the boys and girls compete on different days, the Aurora Greenmen swimming team competed side-by-side in the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division I sectional meet. The Greenmen girls took fifth place by scoring 140 points and advanced four swimmers in five events to the district meet while the boys finished in seventh place with a...
Maplewood Evening Programs for Adults
Now is the time to sign up for evening adult classes at Maplewood Career Center. Maplewood Career Center’s Adult Education Department has scholarships for adults for most programs starting at $500 per program. We have no-interest payment plans and placement services to help adult students gain employment after program completion. Upcoming spring programs include: Cosmetology, Dental Assisting, Medical Billing...
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...
Garfield Girls Bowling Advances to District
Congratulations to the Lady G-Men bowlers on finishing 2nd at Monday’s Sectional Championships! The girls will compete at next weekend’s District Championships at Rosewood Lanes!
Windham Board of Trustees continue to address new zoning issues
The Windham Township board of trustees’ meeting was once again dominated by various zoning issues last Thursday evening at Windham Town Hall. Among those issues was the reissuing of a search warrant for the property on 10664 State Route 82. “Jake Sweet said that we issued the original warrant to check the property on State Route 82 and the address...
NF Backpack program thanks recent volunteers and donors
The Newton Falls community continues to support its weekend supplemental food program for students in kindergarten through fifth grade, with recent contributions from local organizations, businesses, and individuals. Special thanks go to Newton Falls First Church of God, Newton Falls Kiwanis Club, Elsie Whetzel Fowler, Newton Falls Classroom Teachers Association, and several others for their donations of food, school...
Ravenna gets Hollywood experience during week of filming
The City of Ravenna has started the 2025 year on a high note after getting a taste of the Hollywood experience. The City spent all of last week experiencing what it was like to film a movie having been selected as the backdrop for the movie “Divorcing the Mob.” “It is awesome,” Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Ryann...
PARK DISTRICT SEEKING NOMINATIONS FOR AWARDS
The Portage Park District Foundation is seeking nominations for its 27th annual Environmental Conservation Awards. Nominations are due by February 28, 2025. Nominees for the awards will be considered based on their contributions to Portage County’s environment through education, green business, green building/development, stewardship or environmental activism. Nominate your environmental hero! Simply visit the Portage Park District’s website at portageparkdistrict.org...
Gedeon Breaks Garfield’s All-Time Scoring Record
Senior Preston Gedeon has etched his name in Garfield basketball history, becoming the program’s all-time leading scorer. Entering the game needing 21 points to surpass the previous record of 1,325, Gedeon wasted no time, achieving the milestone by halftime. He finished the night with a career-high 40 points, setting the new record at 1,326—and counting. With his impressive performance, Gedeon...
News Release
Portage County District Library Join the Garrettsville Library on Tuesday, February 11 from 5:30 – 6:30 pm for a Virtual Investigation at Ford’s Theatre in Washington, D.C. This is a virtual interactive ZOOM program with FORD’s Theatre in Washington, D.C. You can take part in this program at the library, or right from your own home! Join Detective James McDevitt as...
Crestwood Community Center Update
February 8: Free food bank at Friendship Alliance Church 9-11:00; Galentine in the Village with Granary open to vendors, Horse drawn wagon rides, 4-7:00 Pickleball update: Crestwood is requiring a group insurance policy for us to use the gymnasium. Until we can get more grant money to cover this, we will postpone the activity. For those of you who are...
Youth Wrestling: A Personal Story
It all started when I asked my seasoned wrestler husband if we should offer our son the opportunity to wrestle on his school's youth wrestling program. Little did I know that I would be lectured of what it means to be a wrestler. You see, I am no stranger to hard work in sports. Being a veteran swimmer myself...
Streetsboro boys’ basketball flattens Ravenna in league showdown
Any chance for a Metro Athletic Conference victory is always a nice incentive for the Streetsboro Rockets boys’ basketball team, but whenever Portage County rival Ravenna is involved, the conference implications take a backseat to the Battle of Lake Rockwell. The Rockets played stout defense to prevail 64-28 against Ravenna last Friday evening at the James L. Coll Gymnasium. “Any...
