Windham grad Jake Sweet becomes co-owner of Garrettsville Family Pharmacy
“We plan on keeping independent pharmacies alive by acquiring these small pharmacies and making sure they stay independent,” he said. “I think people want that. They want to move away from that big box store stuff and want to come back home and deal with hometown people.”
Calling All Veterans
With Veterans Day quickly approaching, Chris Forgacs would like to extend an invitation to all local Veterans to be added to our JAG Wall of Honor. If you, or someone in your family graduated from JAG or any of the local township schools and served in any branch of the military, you are eligible to have your photo added...
Red Devils Soccer Finishes Off Bristol, Defends Sectional Banner
The Crestwood Red Devils boys’ soccer team appeared at the end of their rope, not having much left in the tank in the second half against Bristol in the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division III Northeast 1 sectional championship. But the Red Devils still prevailed 1-0 against the Panthers to repeat as the sectional champions last Thursday evening...
Garrettsville Area Chamber of Commerce hosts second annual Fall Festival
Last fall the Garrettsville Area Chamber of Commerce wanted to try something new to promote local businesses and hosted a Fall Festival downtown. The results were encouraging enough that the GACC Fall Festival returned on Oct. 21 at James A. Garfield Elementary School. “One goal is to just to get the town used to having more events,” GACC President Laura...
Garfield G-Men football blows past Brookfield, caps undefeated season
“It was a credit to Keegan Sell, and he will have multiple records by the time he leaves here, but he will be the first one to tell you we are not into the individual stuff as much,” Moser added. “Those things happen when the teams are playing well, but it is certainly something he can be very proud of.”
Rocket girls cross-country earns Division II regional berth
The Streetsboro Rockets girls’ cross-county team’s 19-year drought without earning a team regional berth has finally ended. The Rocket girls secured a team regional berth to the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division II regional meet when they snagged sixth place, scoring 216 points by recording a 30-34-49-51-52 finish at the Division II district meet last Saturday at Lorain...
Rockets Football Overpowers Spartans for Fifth Straight Victory
It is always nice to go undefeated in the regular season but the Streetsboro Rockets have learned a lot about themselves since their loss against Metro Athletic Conference foe the Norton Panthers on Sept. 8. Their resurgence continued when they hammered MAC rival Springfield 76-6 last Friday evening at Rockets’ Stadium’s Quinn Field for their fifth consecutive victory to...
Resident Requests Mayoral Debate Ahead of November Election in Hiram Village
In public comment at the start of October’s meeting, resident Sean Fabich asked that a debate be held prior to election day on November 7th since there are two candidates running for Mayor in the Village. Hiram’s current mayor, Lou Bertrand, is currently serving in his fourth term in this position; he was first elected in 2007. Write-in candidate...
Reed Memorial Library Strives to Reach All
In any community, across the country you can find a house of knowledge, better known as the public library. Here in Ravenna you’ll discovery, the beautiful Reed Memorial Library on Main Street is ever growing and extending enrichment to all who enter her doors seeking enlightenment.The demand for what a community needs changes over time, depending on what is...
Portage Substance Abuse and Mental Health Conference: Navigating Critical Topics and Promoting Positive Change
The Portage Substance Abuse and Mental Health Conference will be held on October 25 from 8:30am-4pm at the NEW Center Ballroom at the Northeast Ohio Medical University in Rootstown. Dr. Deana Kimes, the State Medical Director of Brightview will discuss current drug trends including Fentanyl and Xylazine and treatments. Dr. Kamesha Spates from the University of Pittsburgh will discuss racial...
Streetsboro Girls Soccer Stuns Cloverleaf in Overtime, Clinches MAC Title
According to Streetsboro Rockets girls’ soccer Coach Ryan Willard, he knew his team was due to score. Trailing 1-0 after 77 minutes of regulation, Willard’s gut instinct proved correct when Streetsboro tied Metro Athletic Conference rival the Cloverleaf Colts 1-1, and the Rockets knocked off their conference foes 2-1 in overtime to win their first MAC tournament championship and...
Red Devils Volleyball Uses Precision to Sweep G-Men
There is no better way to end the regular season than by defeating a neighborhood rival. The Crestwood Red Devils volleyball team did just that when they swept Portage County foe the Garfield G-Men 25-16, 25-19, 25-10 in their regular season finale last Saturday afternoon in Mantua.“It was very exciting,” said Red Devils’ Coach Wanda Hoffman. “It was nice....
Rotary Sets Date for Holiday Party, Planning for Reverse Raffle in Motion
The Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club met on October 16, 2023 to discuss the following topics : Exchange student Sarra enjoyed the recent tour of Cleveland and is looking forward to the Cedar Point event, also sponsored by the district. The semi-annual Trash Pick-up, part one, on Saturday, was a success, acquiring lotsa styrofoam and having good, new bags to accomplish their...
Streetsboro girls take fourth, boys place fifth in MAC meet
When a high school cross country team runs alongside the best in their own conference, that can only help make them get better. The Streetsboro Rockets cross country team hope that is the case after the girls’ team captured fourth place at the Metro Athletic Conference meet, scoring 107 points with a 15-16-19-27-30 finish and the boys placed fifth...
Serving Fun and Community Impact: Grand Opening of Pickleball Courts and Several Upcoming Fundraising Events Around the Area
This was a “Really Big Dill”…the Grand Opening of the Park Avenue Pickleball Courts at the Craig Moser Park on Park Avenue across from the Y. This was to officially launch the use of the newly-created facility. This event was organized and attended by members of the Garrettsville Pickleball Association, as well as numerous individuals interested in learning more...
Portage County Gets Ready to Vote on Issue 29 Nov. 7
This November, Portage County residents will vote on Issue 29 to aid people with developmental disabilities in nurturing their skills and capabilities through advocacy, inclusion and empowerment. While not a new tax, the renewal of Issue 29 will continue funding in key areas for The Portage County Board of Developmental Disabilities (Portage DD). “The need for services and supports touches...
Reed Memorial Library Hosts Free Family Halloween Party
Bring the whole family to Reed Memorial Library’s Family Halloween Party on Saturday, October 21 from 1 to 3 pm. It’s our annual party for all ages, with something fun for everyone. Dress the family in your favorite book-inspired costumes because our photographer will be on hand to take photos and preserve memories. Children can make crafts, play games...
Village Council Clarifies Minimum Dwelling Sizes
Garrettsville’s Village Council met in regular session on October 11, 2023. In attendance were Councilpersons Chris Knop, Tom Hardesty, John Chambers, Sheri Johnson, Richard Beatty, and Mark Brady, along with village officials Mayor Rick Patrick, solicitor Michele Stuck, and fiscal officer Donna Love. The session commenced with a public hearing discussing Ordinance 2023-22, aimed at amending section 1165.08(a) of the...
Leadership Portage County Hosts 2nd Annual Craft Beer Festival
Come rain or shine the second annual Portage County Craft Beer Festival would take place. Despite some less than ideal weather conditions, Leadership Portage County hosted the second annual Craft Beer Festival fundraiser last Saturday at Streetsboro City Park.Leadership Portage County, a local non-profit organization focused on identifying individuals with leadership potential who could positively contribute to the economic,...
Garfield G-Men Football Wins MVAC Grey Title
It was a long wait for the Garfield G-Men football team to get back to the top. But Garfield were crowned the Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Tier champions, beating conference rival Crestview 56-7 last Friday evening at JAG Field in Garrettsville.Since joining the MVAC Grey Tier in 2021, The G-Men (9-0, 6-0) have now won the league title...
Fall Fun in Mantua: Scavenger Hunt, Reverse Raffle, and Trick-or-Treating
This fall, there is plenty to do in the Village, as people get out to enjoy the glorious autumn leaves and bright blue skies. On Wednesday, October 25th, Crestwood Schools will be hosting a Career Day. The event takes place from 12:30 pm until 2:30 pm at 1088 John Edwards Drive. This event is hosted by Ohio Job &...
Reading in the Rust Belt: A Community Conversation Through Books and Community Reading Program to Explore Rust Belt Themes of Opportunity and Resilience
Portage County District Library is partnering with Hiram College throughout the month of October for the 2023 Community Reading Program: Reading in the Rust Belt. This community reading program will focus on author Bonnie Jo Campbell’s novel American Salvage, which explores themes of the Rust Belt current opportunities in our region. The following events will take place at different PCDL...
Berkshire Football Capitalizes on Crestwood’s Miscues
There is not really a formula on how to recover after being defeated by a Northeast Ohio powerhouse like Kirtland. But the Berkshire Badgers’ football team bounced back, defeating Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division foe Crestwood 35-24 last Friday evening at Jack Lambert Stadium in Mantua. “To be honest we were very happy with how we played Kirtland,” said Coach...
Charles Chevy Transitions to Sarchione
In September before the leaves began to turn, a Garrettsville institution with a long history changed hands, moving from one family to another. The Charles Auto Family, the Chevrolet dealership in Garrettsville, Ohio became a part of the Akron-Canton based Sarchione Auto Group. Charles Auto Family has been in business since 1957, serving Garrettsville and the greater Cleveland market. Their...
Garrettsville BPA News
The Garrettsville Board of Public Affairs met on September 11, at 6:30 p.m., with Board President Ed Maresh leading the proceedings. In attendance were Board Members Ben Coll and Michael Sherer, Solicitor Michele Stuck, Water and Wasterwater Superintendent Jeff Sheehan, and Fiscal Officer Donna Love. The meeting commenced with a unanimous approval of the minutes from the August 14, 2023,...
Windham Twp. Trustees Approve Motion to Request Search Warrant for Purdy House
It is out with the old and in with the new. At a Windham Township Trustees meeting on Oct. 5, the Board approved a motion to request a county prosecutor to issue a search warrant seize possession of the Purdy House, located on 9092 State Route 303. “The property has been a nuisance,” said Windham trustee Rich Gano. “The folks...
The Portage County Board of DD Hosts Trunk or Treat Event Oct. 27
The Halloween season may be particularly difficult for families of those with developmental disabilities because of social cues, disruptions in routine, loud sounds and costumes. On Oct. 27 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Portage County Board of Developmental Disabilities’ (DD) Happy Day Services Building, families in Portage County can trick-or-treat in an accessible and safe setting. “We...
UH Portage Medical Center Annual Craft
The Auxiliary of UH Portage Medical Center will hold their annual Craft Fair on Friday, October 20 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The event is held inside the hospital, located at 6847 North Chestnut Street in Ravenna. Over 30 crafters will be featured on the first floor of the hospital’s Medical Arts Building and Community Room, offering a variety...
Monroe’s Orchard enters 25th year of Harvest Festivals
For Monroe’s Orchard, a Portage County local apple farm, it has always been important to adapt to the changing times but also maintain the essence of what has made it so beloved in Hiram. This is the model for Monroe’s Orchard’s hosting of its 25th annual season of Apple Harvest Festivals being held on the farm on three Saturdays in...
Garfield G-Men Football Shakes Off Slow Start To Rout Newton Falls
The Garfield G-Men football team was put to the test after a sloppy first quarter against Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference – Grey Division foe Newton Falls left them trailing 14-7 last Friday night. But Garfield went to work, shutting out Newton Falls in the next three quarters in route to a 49-14 victory at Newton Falls Stadium. “It took us...
