Portage County Job & Family Services Announces Upcoming Outage of Ohio Benefits System
Ravenna - The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services has scheduled an outage of the Ohio Benefits system on Friday, December 3, 2021. The Ohio Benefits Worker Portal will be inaccessible on this date. As a result of the outage, Portage County and other counties throughout the state will be unable to process applications or reported changes on TANF,...
The Path To Passion Returns to Toys
Ravenna - For about a year and a half, Ronn Gehring has been following his passion in Ravenna. But it hasn’t always been that way. His interest in collectible toys began with Star Wars and GI Joe figures in the 80’s. And while collectible toys have always been a hobby, he didn’t consider pursuing it as a career until...
For the Love of Lasagna and Goulash: Unique Couple Cooks Variety for the Palate to Satisfy Demand
Ravenna - It all started in Florida when Monika Mailach and Mike DelCiello were set up by a mutual acquaintance who thought they would make a great pair. Monika was born in Wiesbaden, Germany in the province of Hesse, so it goes without saying this lovely lady has German cooking in her blood. It comes as no surprise that...
Portage County ends 2023 with 19 fatal crashes and 19 related deaths
Portage County Fatal Crash Review Board held a quarterly meeting on January 12th. There were no fatal crashes that occurred during the months of October through December, 2023. In 2022, one fatal crash occurred during the same three-month period. In 2023, there were 19 fatal crashes and 19 related deaths in Portage County. The fatal crashes occurred between January...
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. ...
Finding Forever Homes: Ravenna Sanctuary uses Facebook to Help Rescue, Rehabilitate, and Re-home Farm Animals
Ravenna – When considering adopting a new pet from a local shelter, many limit their search to dogs, cats, and other traditionally domestic animals. However, with National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day on April 30th, Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary points out that these are not the only animals in need of our help and affection. In 2020 alone, Happy...
Children’s Advocacy Center or Portage County Multi-Disciplinary Team Wants You to Bowl Against Abuse!
Ravenna - The 22nd Bowl Against Abuse event is happy to be returning! The annual child abuse awareness fundraiser benefitting The Children’s Advocacy Center of Portage County (CAC) is on Saturday, October 2nd at Kent Lanes. Since 1998 the CAC has provided FREE holistic services to children, youth and families navigating the trauma of child abuse, including: crisis intervention, education,...
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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...
Home Instead In Search of Caregivers
Ravenna - At Home Instead, we believe that being a caregiver is the most special gift you can give to another. Aging seniors want to remain as independent as possible, yet their loved ones worry about their safety, emotional well - being and health. As a Home Instead CAREGiver - You will be able to not only help care...
Odd is the new “normal” at Ravenna’s The Odd Collective
What really is normal? For Ravenna resident Steve Cummons, his normal has been collecting a variety of unusual items throughout his life and he is giving the City of Ravenna a taste of what he has acquired by opening The Odd Collective, an antiques and memorabilia shop at 245 West Main Street. “I pretty much have collected, sold and traded...
Straw Bale Gardening in Ravenna
Ravenna - Please mark your calendar and join us LIVE and in person at SWCD, 6970 State Route 88 Ravenna, Ohio, on Saturday morning, June 19th from 9:30 to 11:00. What is Straw Bale Gardening? Straw bales can be used like raised beds in the yard so that no additional soil is needed. That’s good news for older...
Ravenna Chamber Seeking Honorary Way Nominations
The Ravenna Area Chamber of commerce is seeking nominations for the Honoray Way. Honorary Way is a means to publicly and temporarily honor distinguished citizens and good Samaritans for their achievements by ceremonially naming the street after them. The Honorary Way bench and street sign can be found at the corner of S. Park Way and W. Main St. –...
Portage Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society to Meet
The Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will on Saturday, October7, 2023 at the Portage County Historical Society, 6549 N. Chestnut St in Ravenna Ohio at 10:00 a.m. The chapter will have a business meeting followed by a program discussing the importance of using newspapers for family research and where to look for newspapers on the internet....
Ravenna School superintendent Laura Hebert inducted into National Lacrosse Hall of Fame
Ravenna School District Superintendent Laura Hebert’s only regret over the course of her 30-year career as an official, member and chairwoman of USA Lacrosse was that she never played the game when she was in high school. She did just about everything else and her work was recognized when she was inducted into the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame...
Businesses Step-up to the Plate for Girls Softball Leagues
Ravenna - On Tuesday, November 5th the Ravenna Softball Organization hosted an ice cream sundae buffet social. While many were out voting, contemplating the levies and the issues in their districts, some very lucky girls and parents were learning about the upcoming softball season and how they can be involved as players or supporters. The event was hosted by a...
Heart of a Helper: Salon NeXt hosts 5th Charity Open House
If we all give a little, we can all gain a lot. Whether it's to help feed the less fortunate or to put a warm jacket on child it gives a sense of accomplishment to our community to know our business owners find ways to help support local non-profits. Tina Reynolds, owner of Salon NeXt, recently hosted her 5th...
“The Purple Ladies From Home Instead Wear Red?”
What is happening in Portage County? The Home Instead Senior Care ladies are wearing Red? Here’s why… The snow is falling with chilly nights spent by the fire and thoughts of Christmas Shopping fall fast on your mind – the local Home Instead Senior Care office has been in full Christmas Spirit since the middle of October with the Be...
Portage County Historical Society and Museum Open House
The Portage County Historical Society and Museum will host its annual Open House from 1 to 4 pm. on Saturday, December 15. PCHS Historian Wayne Enders will do a presentation of “Christmases Past”Guests begin their tour at the Lowrie-Beatty Museum, where everyone will see artifacts from the Portage County area. New this year will be the Trexler Rubber Company display. From...
Ravens bowling takes fourth at MAC preseason tournament
The Ravenna Ravens’ bowling team has their work cut out for them if they hope to continue dominating the Metro Athletic Conference. Ravenna opened its season by coming in fourth place, knocking down 3725 pins at the MAC preseason tournament last Saturday at the Spin Bowling Lanes in Kent. “It is not where wanted to finish but we had some...
Ravenna Art on Main Festival Accepting Artist Applications
Ravenna – Main Street Ravenna is excited to announce the fifth year of ART on Main! The event is scheduled for Saturday, June 20, 2020, and will be from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Main Street in downtown Ravenna. The artist selection committee is now accepting applications for the following original artwork: oil/acrylic, watercolor, photography, sculpture, graphics/drawing, textiles, clay,...
Events At The Portage Senior Center
The Portage Senior Center is offering various arts & craft classes throughout the month and all seniors aged 60 and up are welcome to attend. There is no cost, but sign-up will be required. For more information on upcoming classes, dates and times, they can be reached at 330-297-3456. They are located at 705 Oakwood St. (Floor G) in...
Susie K’s Café Celebrates 30th Anniversary
On the week of January 21st Susie Kohl welcomed the community to mark her 30th anniversary of being open at her namesake business, Susie K’s Café and Tea Room. Menu specials and original recipes from her 30 plus years of experience in the industry were a highlighted part of her Café’s celebration. Kohl said with a little side smile, that...
Creativity is a Saving Grace that leads to a Reimagined Life
Very rarely will you meet the kind of person that leaves you totally in awe of what they have accomplished, what they offer others and how they handle the massive lemons life throws their way. We all struggle with the challenges we get dealt. It takes grace, perseverance and courage to overcome and excel in a way that leads...
Maplewood Career Center Offers Classes for Adults
Now is the time to sign up for evening adult classes at Maplewood Career Center. Adult Education Programs include: Medical Assisting, Precision Machining, Industrial Maintenance, Module Industrial Maintenance Electrical, Fluid Power, or Mechanical, Welding Technologies, or Module Welding. Coming soon – STNA Classes, Cosmetology, and Dental Assisting. Take time to learn a new skill! If you need your...
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Book Review at YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays OUTLIVE The Science & Art of Longevity by Peter Attia, MD Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: A manifesto on living better, longer, challenging conventional medical thinking, revealing an approach to prevent chronic...
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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...
Popular Library Puzzle Exchange is Back
Ravenna - Reed Memorial Library has brought back its monthly Puzzle Exchange, modified to fit within current pandemic restrictions. “The monthly exchange is a longstanding library event and very popular with our community,” related Alison Shelley, Children’s’ Outreach Coordinator. “Everyone has really missed the puzzle exchange since COVID-19 hit. We’ve worked hard to bring this event back safely under...
Portage Park District Expands its Programs for the benefit of Patrons
Portage County - What do a Monarch chrysalis, New England Purple Aster wildflowers, and Woolly Bear caterpillars all have in common? Stop scratching your head tryin’ to figure it out! You know I’m going to tell you! They are found in the great outdoors where you can go for a stroll and reaffirm your soul in the peaceful parks...
Ravenna awaits emergency operating levy vote in March
For 19 years the Ravenna school district has not needed to pass an operating levy. Times have changed and the school district is now seeking an emergency operating levy of $6.9 million on the March 19 ballot to maintain funding for school operations. “We need this levy to pass to keep operating and keep these programs for our children because...
Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society
The Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will meet on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at the Portage County Historical Society at 10:00 a.m. The Society is located at 6549 North Chestnut Street, Ravenna Ohio. The chapter will have a business meeting followed by a power point presentation by Barb Petroski. The topic will be What Mistakes to...
