20th Century Club learns about Kecoat, LLC
Maureen See, assisted by Jan Boehm and Carol Torda, entertained the Twentieth Century Club of Garrettsville at their January 19, 2024 meeting. Upending the usual order of things, the program opened the event, as Tracy Macek gave a panoramic and informative presentation on KECOAT, LLC, a family-owned and operated business in the community, and its moving spirit, Darrin Macek (who...
JAG Historical Society News
As of January 15, 2024, the position of secretary for the James A. Garfield Historical Society is open; volunteers should contact president Debbie Smith or attend the next meeting on February 15–that’s Presidents' Day–or both. Denise Ellerhorst, of the Time Capsule Event committee reported that one grant applied for was not received , but members suggested applying for a Hiram...
Garfield G-Men girls basketball show flashes but still lose against LaBrae
Unlike previous seasons, the Garfield G-Men girls’ basketball team is still searching to find that winning edge. The G-Men’s slide continued, losing 63-39 against Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier foe LaBrae last Thursday evening at the JAG Fieldhouse. “We struggled to score and when we are giving up points on defense it just compounds the problem,” said Coach Aaron...
Garfield Drive, Village Drive and Davis Streets to see repairs
Present at the Village Council Meeting were Council President Tom Hardesty, Councilpersons John Chambers, Sheri Johnson, Richard Beatty, Mark Brady, Solicitor Michele Stuck, Fiscal Officer Donna Love, and Mayor Rick Patrick. Sheri Johnson was sworn in for her term on the council. Benjamin Coll was sworn in for his term on the Board of Public Affairs. Deb Wordell was appointed...
We’re All Invited
Community Calendar Aspire Programs Mondays & Wednesdays The Portage County Maplewood Aspire Program will begin offering GED, Adult Diploma and ESOL classes at the Kent Free Library on Wednesday, January 3rd from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Classes will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays during this time. Prospective students are required to first attend an orientation session prior to entering class...
Curtains Up Theatre invites audiences to enter the world of Sherlock Holmes this weekend
From the celebrated stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the Garrettsville Curtains Up Theatre presents “The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes!” Four captivating mysteries come to life on the stage this weekend in the Iva Walker Auditorium at James A. Garfield High School. The performance appeals to a wide range of audiences and is child-friendly. The director, Jackie Loreta-Rinearson, is...
Deb Wordell appointed to Village Council
Present at the Village Council Meeting were Council President Tom Hardesty, Councilpersons John Chambers, Sheri Johnson, Richard Beatty, Mark Brady, Solicitor Michele Stuck, Fiscal Officer Donna Love, and Mayor Rick Patrick. Sheri Johnson was sworn in for her term on the council. Benjamin Coll was sworn in for his term on the Board of Public Affairs. Deb Wordell was appointed...
JAG Historical Society News
Notes of celebration sounded at the recent Christmas dinner, as it was revealed that the JAGHS has been selected to be Grand Marshals at this year’s SummerFest Grand Parade. This year’s theme is TIME WARPED, which will fit right in with the scheduled opening of the 1924 time capsule by the clock tower on July 6, 2024. Administrative changes are...
Now Screening for Class of ‘37
It’s time to register for a Kindergarten Screening appointment if your child will be 5 years of age by August 1, 2024. To complete online documents, visit our website, www.jagschools.org, click on Menu, scroll down to the FinalForms link. Please call Kristine @ the Elementary office, 330-527-2184, for a screening appointment on Wednesday, March 6, Thursday, March 7 or...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary’s Recap and Future Prospects
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary started off the new year by reviewing 2023 and moving on to future plans. The Dictionary Project was successful, with approximately one hundred dictionaries presented to appreciative students in both James A. Garfield Local Schools and Windham Exempted Village Schools third grade classes. The annual Christmas party was, likewise, successful and the occasion for presentation of a Garfield...
Board of Public Affairs discusses maintenance, equipment updates
The December meeting of the Board of Public Affairs convened on Monday, December 11, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. with all members in attendance: Board President Ed Maresh, Board Members Ben Coll and Michael Sherer, Solicitor Michele Stuck, Superintendent Jeff Sheehan, Mayor Rick Patrick, and Fiscal Officer Donna Love. Also present was Amy Turos. The meeting commenced with the approval of...
We’re All Invited
Community Calendar Aspire Programs Mondays & Wednesdays The Portage County Maplewood Aspire Program will begin offering GED, Adult Diploma and ESOL classes at the Kent Free Library on Wednesday, January 3rd from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Classes will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays during this time. Prospective students are required to first attend an orientation session prior to entering class...
Holiday Light Trail Results
Vincent Patrick Realty’s 5th Annual holiday decorating contest was one to remember! This year, we had a total of 53 houses 982 votes, more than double what we had last year. We are so incredibly proud and thankful to have so many wonderful displays on the trail this year. Our first-place winner had a total of 180 votes! This year,...
Garfield wrestlers secure wins over winter break
Last weekend, Garfield senior Keegan Sell claimed victory in the 190lb weight class at the Brecksville Tournament. Sell’s remarkable performance highlighted the Winter Break achievements of the G-Men wrestlers. On December 23rd, the G-Men wrestling squad demonstrated their prowess, securing the D3 Tournament Title at Waterloo, emerging triumphant among 20 competing teams.
Garrettsville Water Superintendent will take two-month retirement
Garrettsville Water Superintendent Jeff Sheehan has always enjoyed the daily routine associated with his job. It will an adjustment for him when he temporarily steps down from being the Water Superintendent for two months at the beginning of the New Year. “I have been asked about what I will do in retirement a lot and I really don’t have a...
Cardinal basketball fends off Garfield G-Men’s rally for first victory
The Cardinal Huskies boys’ basketball team’s first victory of the season did not come easily. The Huskies survived a furious rally by the Garfield G-Men in the fourth quarter to prevail 62-55 last Friday evening in Middlefield. “We were up by 17 points at the start of the fourth quarter,” said Huskies’ Coach Kyle Deckerd. “We are learning how to...
Garfield G-Men girls basketball stifles Campbell Memorial in second half
The Garfield G-Men girls’ basketball team has used 65 different combinations in their first five games of this season. The G-Men finally found the winning combination with a defensive clinic in the second half to beat Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier foe Campbell Memorial 37-18 for their first victory of the season last Thursday evening in Mahoning County. “We...
Shop with A Cop program brings cheer to local kids for a dozen years
On Saturday, December 9th, the Hiram and Garrettsville Police Departments teamed up to help make the holidays a little brighter for some local families. “We had a total of 29 children participate this year,” Hiram Village Police Chief Brian Gregory noted. “That’s the largest number we’ve ever hosted during Shop With a Cop’s 12 years.” As in past years, school...
Twentieth Century Club Marks Year’s End with Joyful Festivities
The Garrettsville’s Twentieth Century Club concluded its club year with a festive gathering at Nasreen Kitko’s home. The hostess received assistance in preparing the diverse and delightful meal from co-hostesses Karen Ziarko and new member Kathy Watson. The roll call was answered with “my Christmas wish,” resulting in a series of aspirational responses. These varied from hopes for relief from...
Pictures with Santa event grows with student volunteers from JAG Schools
On December 2nd, State Farm Agent Shannan Jursa hosted her 10th Annual Pictures with Santa community event. After three years of the event being semi-private, for such a big milestone Shannan wanted to not only re-open the event to the public but grow the event as well. The event hosted many new faces, most of which were the 26 student...
Updates from the November BPA Meeting
The November Board of Public Affairs meeting, led by Board President Ed Maresh, commenced at 6:30 p.m. on November 7th, saw the attendance of officials including Board Members Ben Coll and Michael Sherer, Solicitor Michele Stuck, Water Superintendent Jeff Sheehan, Mayor Rick Patrick, and Fiscal Officer Donna Love. Residents Marcia Grenig and Amy Turos were also present. Marcia Grenig expressed...
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 Valley Athletic Conference and Portage County rival Waterloo Vikings in a crossover game last Friday evening at the JAG Fieldhouse. “Both teams came out on fire and it was a high-scoring first quarter,” said Coach Andy...
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 fences, roof outlines, silhouetted trees, Santas, Rudolphs, Nativity scenes, and even gift-delivery helicopters adorn the landscape. Sequenced lights and flashing displays add to the festive ambiance, creating a dazzling sight that rivals the illuminated celebrations...
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 the Iva Walker Auditorium. The event featured performances from various bands, each delivering a repertoire of holiday classics to an enthusiastic audience. The High School musicians took the stage at 2:00 pm, treating attendees to renditions...
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 in July with an all-donation car wash at the Sarchione Chevrolet parking lot, a recurring annual event for the society. Subsequently, the group organized a profitable school bake sale, yielding additional proceeds without incurring expenses....
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 Valley School District, were killed in a multi-vehicle crash on an Ohio highway I-70. According to OSP, five vehicles -- including a charter bus carrying 54 Ohio high school students and chaperones, two commercial vehicles,...
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 1812. The Order quickly spread to other Catholic Parishes across the United States. The St. Ambrose Council 11801 in Garrettsville Ohio is an active member of this organization. As part of the “Food for Families” initiative,...
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 discussions and announcements that captured the essence of community involvement and upcoming festivities. One of the primary highlights of the meeting was the comprehensive overview of various imminent events and projects. Among these was the imminent...
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 overtime, winning 47-44 in its season opener last Wednesday evening in Garrettsville. “I know for the girls that it is huge,” said Red Devils’ Coach T.J. Henderson. “This rivalry means a lot. It goes back to...
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 gone unnoticed either and when 2003 graduate Amanda Owens stopped by her alma matter as a guest speaker for the Veteran’s Day Assembly on Nov. 3, she had a surprise for Forgacs, partnering with other...
