JAG Schools Earn Purple Star Recognition
We are proud to announce that EVERY BUILDING in the James A. Garfield Local School District has been awarded the prestigious Purple Star designation from the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce! This honor recognizes our district’s deep commitment to serving the unique needs of students and families connected to military service. The Purple Star Award is given only to...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary–April 21, 2025–regular business going forward dealing with reading Rotary Scholarship applications, the upcoming community input event in May, progress on the Reverse Raffle in November, the benches for the Renaissance Center, new badges for members (District conference coming up) (preferred names), adjustment on the Tom Collins Trail–consult with village maintenance–thank you’s, local involvement with the RYLA (Rotary...
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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...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
The April 14, 2025 meeting of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary covered a miscellany of action items, including : Invitations to the upcoming community input session at the Mill, Reverse Raffle catering info, benches ordered for the Renaissance Center in Windham, consultation with the Village concerning the Tom Collins Memorial Rotary Walking Trail (cheers to Maintenance), RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards)coming to...
Garfield G-Men baseball prevails against Rootstown
The Garfield G-Men have experienced some turbulence in the final innings of several games this season, with each of their last two losses occurring in the final inning. Despite another rocky seventh inning, the G-Men defeated Portage County rival Rootstown 6-3 last Saturday afternoon at Garrettsville. “I thought that Rootstown has been a very good team for a very long...
JAGHS Presentation on the Interurban Railway
The James A Garfield Historical Society invites you to join author Dr. Dan Rager as he discusses his recent publication on the Cleveland & Chagrin Falls (Vol. 6) interurban railway that ran from 1897 thru 1925. His ‘Kaleidoscope’ edition, Vol. 6 is an in-depth and historic look through northeast Ohio’s Cleveland & Chagrin Falls (C. & C. F.) and...
“It’s the year 2025. Not 1825.” Council Reviews Feedback on Proposed Changes to Tattoo Parlor Ordinance
The Village of Garrettsville Council met on April 9, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., with Mayor Rick Patrick presiding. Councilpersons Deb Wordell, Tom Hardesty, John Chambers, Sheri Johnson, Richard Beatty, and Jeff Kaiser were present, along with Village Solicitor William Mason, Assistant Fiscal Officer Tara Beatty, and Police Chief Tim Christopher. Police Sergeant Keith Whan, School Resource Officer Emily Ahrens,...
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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...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
Sprung along with Spring, the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary met on April 7, 2025 to get ahead of the game , namely, the latest project, featuring the acquisition of lockboxes to assist first responders in gaining access to homes when emergency responses are needed. Guests in attendance represented Garrettsville Village Police Department, Windham Village & Township, Garrettsville, Freedom, Nelson Volunteer Fire...
Crestwood girls capture William E. Fisher Invitational banner, Garfield boys take third
Having only graduated one letter winner from last year, the Crestwood Red Devil girls’ track team had high hopes to hit the ground running. The Red Devils accomplished that feat by winning the fifth annual William E. Fisher Invitational title by scoring 99 points last Friday evening at Cardinal’s Richard Moss Stadium in Middlefield. “It is a great start for...
Century 21 GoldFire Realty Inc. Hosts Successful Free Movie Night Featuring “The Goonies”
In a wonderful community event, Century 21 GoldFire Realty Inc. sponsored a successful free movie night featuring the beloved classic, “The Goonies.” The event took place on March 30th, drawing families and movie enthusiasts from all around the area to enjoy a night of fun and entertainment. The movie night was held at Garrettsville Cinema, where attendees were treated to...
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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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...
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...
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...
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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...
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,...
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...
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...
Garfield G-Men softball primed to break out amid youth movement
The youth movement continues to spur the Garfield G-Men softball team. Garfield will attempt to be a force to reckoned with a roster that is primarily dominated by underclassmen, with only four returning upperclassmen. “This is one of the largest number of girls to come try out that we have had in a long time and they have talent and...
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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...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
The Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary club met on March 10, 2025 in Cal’s II, Sky Plaza, Garrettsville to consider the following business: Grants info has been acquired; discussions as to the club’s Centennial Project are ongoing–community suggestions will be welcomed…a gathering at The Mill to solicit ideas will be held on May 15 . Rotary scholarships will be awarded again this year;...
Garfield G-Men duo compete at OHSAA DIII state tournament
After a four-year stretch of memorable performances at the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division III state tournament, it was a quiet weekend for the Garfield G-Men wrestling team. Junior 113-pound Camron Lewicki went 0-2 while sophomore 138-pound Landon Andel posted a 1-2 record last weekend at The Ohio State University’s Schottenstein Center last weekend in Columbus. The G-Men had...
Gail Elizabeth Hovey
Gail Elizabeth Hovey (Troyer) passed away after a long illness November 24th, 2024 at the age of 74. She was born May, 1st, 1950 in Baltimore, MD. to Robert W. and Doris V. Troyer (Swann). Gail moved to Portage County, Ohio as a young child and spent much of her youth on her grandparents Walter & Alta Troyer’s family farm...
Charles Edward Grubbs Jr.
Charles Edward Grubbs, Jr., 90, passed from this life March 5, 2025, at his home in Garrettsville, OH. Born in Cambridge, OH, September 23, 1934, to Charles E. Grubbs and Evelyn J. Grubbs, Charles was the oldest of three children. He graduated from Cambridge High School in 1952 and Harding University in 1956. He later received his master’s degree from...
