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,...
Annual Ravenna Raven Awards Ceremony To Be Held In September
Ravenna - The Annual Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce Raven Awards’ Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at the Ravenna High School Football Stadium. We are excited to make this NEW change of venue to our annual event while still honoring individuals and businesses representing the “best” of Ravenna in the areas of New Businesses, New Construction,...
Portage County Administration Building Reopens; Treasurer’s Office Remains Closed
Ravenna – Portage County Commissioners reopened the County Administration Building to the public beginning Jan. 25, 2021 from 8 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday. Offices under the direction of the Commissioners were advised to bring back staffing from when the COVID-19 pandemic moved operations remotely. Board of Commissioners President Sabrina Christian-Bennett advised citizens with business at county offices to...
Family Love and Shopping for a Deal go Hand-in-Hand
Ravenna - Are you looking for cost-efficient pricing, a present for a loved one or a treat for yourself? Then Brittany’s Bargains is the place to shop! Inspiration for this awesome new storefront came out of a ‘if not now than when’ idea from Brittany Nutter, the owner of this trendy store. Have you heard the terms Boss...
Adaptability Equals New Opportunities for Kneaded
Over Easter weekend one entrepreneur was thinking “outside the basket” on how to contribute positivity to the community while still selling her baked goods. Kimberly Nader was excited to host her pop-up shop in front of Immaculate Conception church this past Saturday on West Main street in Ravenna. So much so that she had been up since midnight designing...
Ravenna wrestling places second at Brad Bauer Memorial Duals
The Ravenna Ravens’ wrestling team is learning to take things in stride as they continue to rebuild their program. Ravenna took a step in the right direction when it went 4-1 to finish as the runners-up at the Brad Bauer Memorial Duals last Saturday at the James L. Coll Gymnasium. “We are a very young and inexperienced team and are...
Susie K’s Cafe and Tea Room
Ravenna - It was a typical Wednesday, and this reporter had errands to run. Okay, it wasn’t too typical for North Eastern Ohio in March - it was a beautiful day! Rather than driving to multiple locations, the price of gas combined with the weather to encourage me to park downtown and do my errands on foot. I am...
Awareness for Alcohol Use Problems & Treatments
April is Alcohol Awareness Month. This was developed to raise awareness and understanding of the causes and treatment of alcoholism, one of the country’s top public health issues. Alcohol is the most used substance by both youth and adults in the U.S. The consequences of drinking can affect everyone and poses enormous health and safety risks. While some adults may...
Community Reunion Event Planned For September 25
In celebration of National Recovery Month Portage NAMI, Open United Recovery Place, and OhioCAN Portage have come together to host a Community Reunion Event in support of those impacted by mental illness and substance use disorder. The event will be held Saturday September 25th at Ravenna City Park from 11am to 4pm. It will begin with NAMI Walk for Mental...
The Portage County Literacy Coalition and Aspire Receives Grant
The Portage County Literacy Coalition received a grant from the Portage Foundation for the Maplewood Career Center Aspire Program. The amount of the grant is $3,500 dollars. The grant from the Portage Foundation will be used for adult students in the Aspire Program to work towards their GED/HSE while working on a certification in the area of retail/customer service...
Bowling for Those In Need: The Bill White Legacy
Hard work, patriotism, and trust in those he employed are just some of the values Bill White holds dear. As a local entrepreneur and bowling champion, White has worked in and owned many of the bowling alleys of Portage County over the years. Including Twin Star of Kent (now known as Spins Bowl) and SkyLane in Garrettsville. White will...
Employers Help Employees with Mental Health
Mental health is essential to a person’s overall health and well-being. A healthy mind and body can help individuals work to the best of their ability and reach their full potential. The pandemic has given employers an opportunity to be more supportive and understanding of the difficulties employees may be experiencing, however, a stigma still exists concerning mental health conditions....
New Tattoo Parlor Brings Color and Economy to Ravenna
Ravenna - Veteran. Proud Patriot. Family man. Businessman. These are all the titles that newest Ravenna merchant, Clint Marsh, falls under. On Saturday, March 30th War Horse Ink had the ribbon cutting at its second location with about 40 citizens in attendance. Straight out of high school Marsh joined the army where he served his country for four years. He...
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...
Ravenna’s Easter Drive Thru is Egg-cellent!
Ravenna - “Fluffy Bunny ears!” said 4-year-old McKenna McQuiston, with joy, as she got to meet the Easter Bunny and get a bag full of eggs and treats on Saturday morning at Ravenna City Park. Around 300 children were pre-registered for the event and it seemed they were all excited to celebrate the Spring holiday on such a beautiful...
Community Resource Connect Event
Ravenna - On Friday, July 30, 2021, Portage County Housing Services Council is proud to present its second Community Resource Connect event. The event planning is a collaboration of staff from numerous agencies such as Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority, United Way of Portage County, Coleman Professional Services, The Haven of Portage County, Portage County Job & Family Services, PARTA,...
We’re All Invited
JAG Kindergarten Registration Register today! It’s time to register for a 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 Thursday, April 11, 2024. DMRC 2024...
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...
Pinnacle Treatment Centers to Open Detox Wing at University Hospitals Portage Medical Center
Ravenna – Pinnacle Treatment Centers, a leader in providing accessible treatment for adult men and women struggling with substance use disorders, has entered into a lease agreement with University Hospitals (UH) Portage Medical Center in Ravenna, Ohio. The lease greenlights Pinnacle’s development of Recovery Works Portage, a third-floor detox wing at the hospital dedicated to comprehensive care for patients struggling...
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. ...
Copper Kettle Antiques Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Ravenna - Do you remember how old you were when you found your passion? That moment when you fell in love with whatever it was that just made your heart light up with joy. Nancy Shaffer, the owner of Copper Kettle Antiques and Collectibles, can pin-point childhood memories when she fell in love with antiques and the stories they...
Marching to the Beat of Community Need
Ravenna - On my drive home from running errands, I was thinking about what I would have for dinner. Leftovers. Would I throw something in the microwave? Would I cook a gourmet meal fit for a Queen? (If my feet weren’t too tired.) This is what people do on a regular basis plan what they’re going to have for...
We’re All Invited
JAG Kindergarten Registration Register today! It’s time to register for a 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 Thursday, April 11, 2024. Book Review...
Sidewalk Chalkers Inspire Hope with Messages
Since March we have all struggled, and unfortunately, some have felt the effects of the pandemic more significantly than others. “We are All in this Together” is a phrase that resonates and is meant to encourage comradery. But this is a Catch-22, because how can we support one another if have to social distance for safety? Brandi Smallwood and...
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...
Autumn is in Season as Ravenna plans October Events
Ravenna - When all is said and done it is time to have some fun! There will be many different events happening during October that residents of Ravenna have cause to get excited over. As the foliage changes during this pleasant time of year it will be interesting to see how Ravenna’s seasonal events adapt for citizens to have...
Ravenna High School Students Awarded Scholarships by Area Chamber of Commerce
Ravenna - On the evening of Wednesday, May 22, 2019 about 120 family members, teachers and friends gathered to see some of Ravenna’s brightest rising stars be awarded scholarships from many local area organizations. This included three awards given by the Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce which was a surprise because they usually only give two; due to extra...
Earn your GED through the ASPIRE Program
Maplewood Career Center’s Aspire Program and the Adult Education Department have options for you to complete your high school diploma. The Aspire Program offers GED prep classes in the morning, afternoon, evening, or online to fit your schedule. We currently have classes at the Kent Library, Ohio Means Jobs, Opportunity Resource Center, or Maplewood Career Center all located in Ravenna....
Portage County HSEMA Earns “StormReady” Designation From National Weather Service
Ravenna - The National Weather Service of the National Oceanic and Administration has designated Portage County as “StormReady,” a program aimed at preparing cities, counties and towns across the nation with communication and safety tools necessary to save lives and property.The county earned the recognition based on work by the Portage County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management...
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. –...
