Raven Packs Receives $5,000 Grant
Ravenna – The Raven Packs organization is pleased to announce it has received a $5,000 Giving Well Community Needs Grant through United Way of Portage County. Raven Packs is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization that was organized in June 2018 to address food insecurity for K-5 grade students in the Ravenna School District. It is a community-wide initiative. The...
Woodsmen of Garrettsville Prompt Changes at Hardware Store
Garrettsville - E & H Hardware prides itself in being responsive to its customers. In the case of its Garrettsville location, that means converting a storage room into a power tools department, including a high-performance automatic chainsaw sharpener. Lee Martinek has worked for E & H Hardware for 25 years, previously in Cortland and Warren. She came to help manage...
Meet Hiram’s Newest Police Officer
Hiram - This week the Village of Hiram conducted a swearing in ceremony for its newest, and youngest officer yet. With a birthday of July 20, 2017, he’s younger than most other officers on the force -- even in dog years. And now, Hiram’s first-ever K-9 police officer, Guapo, is ready to hit the ground running with his handler...
Garrettsville Summerfest Announces Open Call Auditions for Idol
Have you ever dreamed of being on The Voice or American Idol, thinking, “I can do that!” Well, we can’t guarantee you’ll be on either show, but we can offer you a chance to use your singing talent to earn some cash. If you are available April 14th, May 19th and June 30th, you need to consider auditioning for this...
Portage County Genealogical Society
Ravenna - The Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will meet Saturday, March 24, 2019 at the Portage County Historical Society at 10:00 a.m. The society is located at 6549 N. Chestnut St., Ravenna, Ohio. Our guest speaker will be Thomas Neel. Mr. Neel is the Library Director of Ohio Genealogical Society. He is a lifelong resident of...
Twentieth Century Club News
Garrettsville - The home of Karen Miller was the site of the March 21, 2019 meeting of the Twentieth Century Club of Garrettsville. Roll call was answered by members speculations on what professions they might have followed had they not chosen the path that they did. Most were quite satisfied with their roads taken but some flights of fancy...
Humble Citizen Celebrated By Town He Loves
Ravenna - If you are taking a stroll in downtown Ravenna keep your eyes peeled for the newest addition to Honorary Way. In recognition for his outstanding community service and citizenship Don Everett was awarded a walkway named after him in front of the Portage County Courthouse at the corner of Main and Parkway. On Thursday, March 21, approximately...
Spring Means Syrup at Monroe’s Orchard
Hiram - If you’ve lived in the area for any amount of time, you’re sure to be familiar with the Monroe’s Orchard on Pioneer Trail in Hiram. Now in its 81st year of operation, they’re still a family run operation, still in the business of farming, and still focused on bringing families together outside for home-grown food and fun...
Creativity Springs Forward at Crestwood
Mantua - The second weekend of March meant more than just the opportunity to spring forward for a group of Crestwood students this year. That’s because 57 students from the Primary, Intermediate and Middle Schools participated in the Destination Imagination Regional Competition at Barberton Middle School that Saturday. Nine teams comprised of students represented the highest participation number since...
WVFD March Meeting Report
Windham - The WVFD Fire Board met for their regularly scheduled meeting with all members in attendance. Chairman of the board, Ron Kilgore, called the meeting to order. The board then approved the minutes, expenditures and the bank reconciliation for the month of February. In the chief’s report, Chief Rich Gano reported that there were 102 calls...
Save the Date for Garfield High School’s Production of Cinderella
Garrettsville - James A. Garfield theatre group, under the direction of Mr. Joel Logan, proudly presents Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella”. The musical will be taking place at JAG high school on April 4th, 5th, and 6th at 7:00 p.m. There is also a matinee performance at 2:00 p.m. on April 6th. Tickets are already...
Crafting with Marian’s “Junk Journal” Crafting Program at Garrettsville Library
You’re invited to attend Crafting with Marian’s “Junk Journal” program at the Garrettsville Library on Monday, April 15 from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Learn how to make a new trendy journal with personalized pages, colorful imagery and spaces for your own memorabilia to make it all yours. Feel free to bring any pictures, ticket stubs, found things or...
Perfect Pooch of Portage Contest
Ravenna - The Portage Park District Foundation (PPDF) and the Madonio Family Animal Welfare Trust (MFAWT) are searching for the perfect pooch and it could very well be your dog. The PERFECT POOCH OF PORTAGE will be chosen through an online photo contest with the dog receiving the most votes crowned as the PERFECT POOCH of 2019. ...
Anyone Can Be a Hero
Ravenna - The premise of the latest super-hero movie that’s coming to theaters in early April is that we all have a hero inside. Based on a DC Comics character, a streetwise foster kid Billy Batson can turn into the adult superhero Shazam, just by shouting out one word. You guessed it -- Shazam! While the movie relies...
Crisis to Recovery Births Hope Village
Rootstown - Addiction has become rampant in our region and has kept our first responders busy saving lives. Addiction comes in many forms, it is not necessarily just the junkie or drunkard we see lying in the ditch or on a city street. It can be a person who is very high functioning, one who can keep a job...
Garrettsville Village Adjusts Village Employee Handbook
Garrettsville – Village officials present at the village council meeting on March 13, were Village Solicitor Michele Stuck, Nancy Baldwin, Mayor Rick Patrick; and council persons Tom Hardesty, John Chambers, Deb Wordell, Chris Knop, and Tom Collins. Councilman Jeff Kaiser was absent from the meeting. After reviewing the minutes of the previous meeting, bills, and financial reports council heard from...
Dancing with Ohio’s Stars
Garrettsville - Maria Wheeler and Alyenendrov Tsorokean, Ohio Star Ball winners in Cabaret, performed for the High School as part of stress-reduction event organized by the Student Council. Students were treated to three dance performances, introducing them to styles ranging from cabaret to tango, and learned about the physical and mental health benefits of dancing. Attendees were also able to...
Home Instead Visits Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary
Garrettsville - The March 11, 2019 meeting of the Rotary Club of Garrettsville-Hiram began with a presentation by Paula Baughman of Home Instead, offering Senior Care in Portage County and in other locales. The goal, as she outlined it, is to “Change the Face of Ageing One Senior at a Time.” It is, to some extent, a facet of...
Occupational Therapy Encouraging Inclusion in the Community with Local Dance Studio
Mantua - Achieve Dance Studio, located at 4689 E High St in Mantua, is in its sophomore season of operation. Opened fall of 2017 by Teresa Hawkins and her daughters, Emily and Isabel Hawkins, they are striving to offer affordable, fun, and inclusive dance classes for all ages. From the beginning, Teresa knew she wanted to allow children with...
Paws to Celebrate, Spring Fling “It’s Raining Cats and Dogs” Benefits Portage APL
Ravenna – Join Portage APL for its annual fundraiser on April 6, 2018. Paws to Celebrate is an annual event to benefit Portage APL. People gather, eat, drink, and bid on auction items and raffles, and most importantly, raise funds to help the hundreds of abused, abandoned and injured animals that Portage APL helps each year. It will be held...
Betty Hoffstetter Retires from GFN Joint Fire District
The Garrettsville Freedom Nelson Joint Fire District recently held a retirement party for Betty Hoffstetter. Betty has been a firefighter for the past 17 years (November 2001 - October 2018). Congratulations on your retirement Betty, and thank you for your service!
Eight Students Inducted Into National Honor Society
Windham - Congratulations to the 2019 Windham National Honor Society! There were eight students inducted into NHS this year. Students were recognized and inducted on Friday, March 8 at 8:30 AM with the Windham student body and families. Sportswriter, Jonah Rosenblum, was the guest speaker for the event. Rosenblum spoke about the importance of choosing a direction in life,...
Ravenna Garden Club Spring Craft Show
Ravenna - The Ravenna Garden Club is hosting the Spring Craft Show on Saturday, March 23rd from 10-4 at the Garden Center located at 5154 S. Prospect St.,Ravenna, Ohio. More than 23 crafters are exhibiting their work. Some of the crafted items are Easter baskets, spring floral arrangements, painted wood pieces, and canned succulents. Lunch will be available for purchase....
March Workshop Madness at Portage Soil & Water Conservation District!
Portage SWCD is teaming up with Portage County Master Gardeners, Geauga SWCD and the Ohio Nut Growers Association to offer a variety of workshops guaranteed to get you fired up for spring! With conservation of natural resources at the center of our planning, we have sought and found field experts to provide farmers, pond owners and backyard gardeners the...
Addiction Treatment & Recovery Event in Windham
Windham - Community members are invited to learn more about addiction, treatment, and recovery at an Addiction Awareness Event in the Windham Junior/Senior High cafeteria on Wednesday, March 27 from 6:30-8:30pm. Drug and alcohol addiction is one of the most significant health-related problems across the nation and here in Portage County. Attendees will learn about the addiction process, medical marijuana,...
Mantua Township Historic Cemeteries Restoration Project
Mantua - The Mantua Township Historic Cemeteries Restoration Project will host a guest speaker on Tuesday, March 19 at the Mantua Township Town Hall. Mark Morton, of Gravestone Guardians of Ohio, will be evaluating the two Historic Cemeteries in the township for restoration needs and priorities and then present a program to the public at 6pm. Mark will be one...
In Search Of Nominations For Ravenna’s Raven Awards
Ravenna - The Ravenna Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for their Annual Raven Awards. Each year, Raven Awards are given to notable individuals and/or companies in the community. Nominations may be submitted by any individual, group or business residing, working, or doing business in the Ravenna area community. In order to win the awards, the individual must meet the...
Windham Township Trustee News
Windham Township - The Windham township trustees met recently with all trustees and the fiscal officer in attendance. The meeting was called to order by Board President Danny Burns. The board approved the minutes, and expenditures before moving on to guests. Guest Bill Steiner from the solid waste department was in attendance. Steiner presented the new policy that the solid...
Local Artist’s Work Featured in Major Exhibit
Dragons, Unicorns & Mermaids: Mythic Creatures is a collaboration between COSI in Columbus, Ohio and the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. And local artist Joe Leonard, a custom wood carver in Garrettsville, has two pieces -- a Pegasus and a griffin -- prominently featured. Both pieces originally went on tour in 2007 as part of a...
Emily Hammonds Sworn In As Landmark Commission Member
Mantua - At the last meeting, Mayor Linda Clark swore in Ms. Emily Hammonds, a new member of the Landmark Commission, as council members looked on. Hammonds teaches Algebra at Crestwood High School and is a Red Devil graduate from 1995. She joins those appointed at the previous month’s meeting. Those include: Don Buchart, Ashlee Hawkins, Lisa Zamecnik, Scott...
