Jason Gasbarre is next in line to take over Streetsboro boys’ soccer
Although longtime Streetsboro Rockets boys’ soccer Coach Paul Krzeminski has left the program after 16 years at the helm, the program will continue to benefit from a familiar face as their new head coach. Former assistant Coach Jason Gasbarre was announced as the new head coach at Streetsboro’s Board of Education meeting on March 13. “I have always wanted to...
Hiram’s Trent Jakacki concludes career by joining 1,000-point club
Attending Hiram College was not something that senior Trent Jakacki saw in his future, let alone continuing to play basketball in college. That being said, the Terriers’ senior wrapped up his collegiate career by becoming the 30th player in school history to record 1,000 points. “Obviously it is a really cool accomplishment being able to do that in college because...
Garfield G-Men baseball erupts late to down Bristol in season opener
Although the Garfield G-Men baseball team cruised through the first four frames, their lead was cut to one run after a two-run fifth inning by Bristol. The G-Men responded by scoring six runs in the final two innings, defeating Bristol 9-2 in the season opener last Saturday afternoon at Garrettsville. “We responded well pretty much the whole time,” said Coach...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary hit the ground running and made good time at their meeting on March 31, 2025 (out like a lion). Here’s what they were about. Choosing new Rotary shirts–style, color, fabric, etc., also pins/badges. Invitations going out to community for the event at the Mill on May 18 from 5:30 to 6:30…or thereabouts. Consulting with the caterer for the...
Maplewood Career Center Adult Education Classes For Free
Maplewood Career Center’s Adult Education Department has scholarships! In May and June, the following classes are free-of-charge: Dental Assisting, Phlebotomy, or Medical Billing & Coding. This fall our upcoming classes include: Industrial Maintenance: Electrical, Mechanical, or Fluid Power; Industrial Maintenance Automation Controls Technology; Precision Machining; and Welding. Check out our classes at www.mwood.cc and click on Workforce Development. To see if...
Garfield G-Men track team striving to keep building momentum
After a dazzling performance at the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division III district meet last year which included the Garfield G-Men girls’ team capturing the district banner, the G-Men return this year aiming to build on last season’s momentum. “I think we have a great group coming in this year that we will be able to fill some of...
Events Planned For Child Abuse Prevention Month
The month of April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, Portage County Job & Family Services (PCJFS) is aiming to raise awareness. The PCJFS CARES Line investigates an average of 276 reports of alleged child abuse or neglect each month. In 2024, 3,316 reports were received to investigate allegations of physical/sexual abuse or neglect. The social work staff at...
Senior Tech Support At Library
James A. Garfield High School’s technology students are making a difference in the community by offering tech support to local senior citizens. As part of an ongoing initiative, these students have dedicated their time and expertise to helping seniors navigate the digital world, assisting with smartphones, tablets, and computers. The final tech support event of the school year will take...
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...
Portage County 4-H Life Skills Members Honored
The Portage County 4-H Life Skills Committee recently recognized outstanding Portage County 4-H youth for their exceptional accomplishments in 4-H Life Skill project areas for the past year. These awards shine a spotlight on the dedication, hard work, and passion that these 4-H members have poured into their 4-H Life Skills projects. The awards not only honor individual achievements...
White House Tavern enjoys ribbon-cutting ceremony
Since 1843, the Jennings House on North Chestnut Street has been the home of several restaurants in Ravenna. The newest eatery, the White House Tavern sports bar, hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony last Thursday afternoon. “I think that it is great because Preston Stewart and Joshua Smith seem young and vibrant, wanting to get things reinvigorated and they have a good...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary launched into Spring on March 24, 2025 with the following items of discussion. Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary-- March 24. 2025 *Possible co-operation and action with the James A. Garfield Historical Society for a John Porter memorial feature at the Tom Collins Walking Trail at the South Street (Bill Phelps) Park *Discussion on ordering Rotary shirts to be worn at activities...also pins/badges *The...
Former Ravenna boys’ basketball assistant Mike Fuline becomes Mount Union’s winningest coach
Any time Mount Union University men’s basketball Coach Mike Fuline has started as a new head coach, he has not needed a lengthy adjustment period. The former Ravenna Ravens boys’ assistant coach etched his name in Purple Raiders’ history by becoming the winningest coach in program history this season when his squad defeated Ohio Athletic Conference foe Otterbein University...
Crestwood’s Elijah Jurisch ready to flourish at Geneva College
Before even entering high school, Crestwood senior Elijah Jurisch said he knew that he wanted to play soccer in the college ranks, following in his father’s footsteps. Crestwood’s new school leader in most goals scored in a single season has made his dreams a reality when he will continue playing at Geneva College. “From the beginning with Geneva, they were...
Terrier men’s volleyball caps homestand by sweeping Lions
While it has been a rollercoaster ride throughout the season for the Hiram Terriers men’s volleyball team, they are rounding into form as they begin the stretch run. The Terriers ended a seven-match homestand by sweeping Penn State Behrend 25-20, 25-19, 25-18 last Thursday evening at Hiram College’s Price Gymnasium. “We are a little banged up right now hoping to...
Hiram College James H. Barrow Biological Field Station announces April educational programming
The Hiram College James H. Barrow Biological Field Station is pleased to announce its schedule of programming and educational outreach events for the month of April. These events are meant to engage the public in an understanding of the outdoors and environmental practices. All events are free and open to the public. Some events may require registration, please check...
Garfield G-Men baseball prepared to leave no doubt
The last time the Garfield G-Men’s baseball team faced serious doubts before the beginning of the season was two years ago and they finished with a 21-7 record. With some big holes to fill in the wake of graduating some key contributors, the G-Men will once again fight to defy expectations. “We were lucky to have had some good seniors...
Geauga & Portage SWCDs Offer Summer Educator Workshop!
For 16 years, the Geauga and Portage Soil and Water Conservation Districts have offered the Advanced Wonders of Watersheds (WOW) workshops as valuable, affordable, and rewarding teacher trainings. This summer’s educator workshop will take an in-depth look at freshwater studies with a special focus on empowering students with knowledge & hope in our changing climate. Through outdoor investigations, field...
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...
JA Garfield Historical Society News
The March 17, 2025 meeting of the James A. Garfield Historical Society covered a broad range of topics, including : * How to manage the position of secretary – AI may come into play; various responsibilities are being sorted out. * Owen Bass will receive internship payments for the portion of last summer in which he served. * The need to organize...
Bombers’ baseball blends youth and experience for bounce back season
For a small program like the Windham Bombers’ baseball team, injuries suffered in other sports during the fall and winter season can have a huge impact on the spring season. After an injury-plagued season, the Bombers return with a small but talented senior class but are also bolstered by the arrival of a dynamic freshmen group. “We like our squad,”...
20th Century Club News
The March 20, 2025 meeting of the Twentieth Century Club of Garrettsville was held at the Garrettsville United Methodist Church and harked back to the group’s founding principles involving bringing culture to the community, namely, in this instance, music. Members responded to roll call by declaring their favorite musical instruments; the range was broad–banjo, accordion, ukulele, saxophone, guitar, trumpet, violin,...
Celebrate Portage Seeking Nominations for Annual Awards
The Celebrate Portage committee is looking for nominations for their annual Celebrate Portage awards. These awards recognize the good and great people and projects that make Portage County a great place to be. The 2025 awards are for events or projects that occurred in 2024. Residents are encouraged to nominate an event, person, or project that they are proud...
Terrier men’s lacrosse strikes late to survive Student Princes’ rally
After controlling most of the match, the Hiram Terriers men’s lacrosse team’s two-goal lead in the final minutes of the fourth period evaporated as Heidelberg pulled even to an 8-8 tie. Hiram recovered with a well-executed set play that resulted in it scoring the go-ahead goal in the final 30 seconds to prevail 9-8 for its first home victory...
Nick Marcini soars to 200 career coaching victories with Streetsboro boys’ basketball
When it comes to understanding what kind of pride is associated with being a Streetsboro Rocket, no one knows that feeling better than Rockets boys’ basketball Coach Nick Marcini. A former student-athlete for the program, he has added more good memories as the head coach, having recently notched over 200 career coaching victories after the Rockets hammered Metro Athletic...
Windham softball ready to enter next phase with young roster
It has taken some time but as the Windham Bombers’ softball team enters its third season in the Tom VanKirk era, the team has slowly but surely rediscovered its pride. Despite returning only five starters amid a younger roster, the talent level is at its highest as Windham pursues its first winning season with VanKirk at the helm. “One of...
Nancy Jean Gill
Nancy Jean Gill, 87, of Burnsville, Minnesota, formerly of Garrettsville, Ohio was welcomed into Heaven by her beloved Stan and her Lord and Savior on Saturday, March 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 1st, 1937, in Cleveland, Ohio to the late David and Geraldine (nee Kearns) Baranyai, Sr. She was a proud graduate of...
Michael “Murph” Joseph Lyle
Michael “Murph” Joseph Lyle, 57, of Shalersville, OH, passed away Sunday, March 10, 2025, in the home he built, surrounded by family and friends, after a very good fight with brain cancer. He was born June 18, 1967, in Anderson, SC, to the late Robert Lyle and Mary Jane (nee Nixon) Shoemaker. He graduated from Crestwood High School in 1985...
Ann E. O’Connell
Miss Ann E. O’Connell , 72, of Hiram Village died on Sunday February 16, 2025 after heroic efforts by both Hiram EMS Service and the staff at University Hospital. On Wednesday February 13th Ann suffered a massive stroke and was transported to University Hospital, Cleveland. Upon admission, CT scans were completed that evidenced Ann suffered a massive brain bleed that...
Geraldine “Gerry” A. Miller
Geraldine “Gerry” A. Miller, 81, of Garrettsville, OH, passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2025, with her loving family by her side. She was born July 21, 1943, in Cleveland, OH, to the late Theodore and Neoma (nee Hinski) Gwara. She was raised in Braceville, OH, before moving to Garrettsville, where she spent most of her life. Gerry married her late...
