Commissioners Sworn In For Portage Park District
Ravenna – On January 2 and 7, respectively, Thomas J. Hrdy of Garrettsville and Scott A. McKinney of Kent were sworn in for a three-year term on the Portage Park District Board of Commissioners. Hrdy and McKinney will serve with fellow commissioners Charles Englehart and Allan Orashan to guide the mission and vision of the Portage Parks. As the...
Portage Treasurer Debuts New Card Payment System
Ravenna – Portage County taxpayers now have a more secure, modern, and lower-cost option for paying their property tax bills with debit and credit cards with the debut of a new system in the office of County Treasurer Brad Cromes. The system, which is supplied by the Treasurer’s payment card vendor Point & Pay, utilizes chip-and-pin technology to ensure transactions...
Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society To Meet
Ravenna - The Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will meet Saturday, February 2, 2020 at the Portage County Historical Society at 10:00 a.m. The society is located at 6549 N. Chestnut St., Ravenna, Ohio. After a brief business meeting, the guest speaker, Sunny Morton will be presenting a program on “Finding the Truths in Old Family Stories”....
2nd Annual Winter Writing Festival set for February 22, 2020
Ravenna - Do you love to write? Interested in working with other writers or learning more about writing in all its forms? Main Street Ravenna is hosting the Second Annual “Winter Writing Festival” on Saturday, February 22, 2020, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in a variety of locations around downtown Ravenna. Kicking off at 10 a.m. this FREE event...
Equi-Steps Uses Horsemanship to Promote Life Skills
Ravenna - It’s a horse of course. Or is it a course with a horse? Every girl dreams of having her own pony to ride, to spend time with and share a friendship. Karen Downie, owner of Equi-Steps an equine assisted learning program, is the epitome of that wide-eyed little girl all grown up using her passion to help others...
Portage Park District Launches Winter Programs
It is officially the Year of the Owl for the Portage Park District which recently launched their new Wild Hikes Challenge with a trek around the gorgeous Towner’s Woods. Winter weather has been unseasonably warm this year which has made for comfortable hiking conditions. On January 6, 2020 about 30 people met up to experience all nature has to...
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...
Ring in the New Year with Free Classes in Portage County
Start your new year out right with the Aspire Program, a non-profit that has served adults in Portage County for over 30 years. Aspire has sites available throughout Portage County in the morning, afternoon, or evening, which provides:• HSE/GED Prep – Earn your high school equivalency at your own pace. Attend class with a certified instructor who will guide...
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...
Tattoos to the Rescue: Bad Body Art Benefits Portage APL
Ravenna - Have you ever awed at Claude Monet’s Water Lilies? Or wondered at the emotional turmoil behind Pablo Picasso’s blue period paintings? Art is meant to invoke the human spirit. In the tattoo industry artists have the unique opportunity to connect one-on-one with their medium the human body. But sometimes mistakes happen, or work goes unfinished....
“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...
Newly-Discovered History Contributes to Crafting Holiday Memories in Ravenna
Ravenna - What was once old has reemerged as new again because Ravenna merchants have joined together to expand Thanksgiving festivities into a new event the Welcome Home Week: Ravenna Holiday Celebration. Formerly, known as Midnight Madness and only being the night of Black Friday, the new plan is to have it be a three-day occasion. This is not the...
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...
Allen Aircraft hosts Ribbon Cutting for New Certification Facility
Ravenna - Concrete, steel, party favors, an ice sculpture, balloons and stylish black, silver and red table settings all came together on Wednesday, September 18th at Allen Aircraft’s ribbon cutting for their new building. If you are from the area, then you should be familiar with Allen Aircraft’s reputation and the quality products they produce. In addition to the...
The Portage County Literacy Coalition Family Feud for Literacy Event
And the survey says…On Saturday, October 19, 2019, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. the Portage County Literacy Coalition held the very first Family Feud for Literacy Event at the Eagles’ Club located at 812 Cleveland Road, Ravenna, Ohio. Guests were served a light dinner of pizza, cookies, and refreshments while three big ticket items were raffled off, which included: ...
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...
Savory & Sweet in the County Seat showcased locally owned restaurants in Ravenna and Portage County
Ravenna - Main Street Ravenna would like to thank all of the locally owned and operated restaurants from Ravenna and around Portage County who participated in the first annual Savory & Sweet in the County Seat Event on October 10th. The event, held at the Immaculate Conception Hall in downtown Ravenna, was a showcase of the special, locally owned...
Free Storm Spotter Training In Portage County On November 12, 2019
Ravenna—Portage County Board of Commissioners and the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management are sponsoring a free Skywarn® training on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019, for residents interested in becoming storm spotters. Residents will register when they come for the class starting at 6 p.m. in Conference Room A at Maplewood Career Center, 7075 State Route 88, Ravenna. Pre-registration is...
Cromes Receives Young Alumni Achievement Award from Ohio State
Portage County Treasurer Brad Cromes was named the recipient of the Young Alumni Achievment Award today by the John Glenn College of Public Affairs at The Ohio State University. The award recognizes early career achievements and commitment to public service. In a statement, Cromes said “I was honored today to receive the Young Alumni Achievement Award from the John Glenn...
Ravenna’s Halloween Walk 2019
Ravenna - Woody from Toy Story, pieces of Candy Corn with legs, Iron Man, Dinosaurs and Elves all roamed the streets of Ravenna looking for treats. They braved all the tricks of wind and rain that Mother Nature blew our direction. Jumping spiders, flying spirits and evil clowns lurked all over, setting off mixed shouts of joy and fear...
Portage APL’s Paws to Taste Event Coming Up November 16th!
Ravenna - Portage APL invites you to attend PAWS TO TASTE 2019 on November 16, 2019. The event will be held at the Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center from 6-9. This annual wine and beer tasting to benefit Portage Animal Protective League promises to be the best yet. The evening will include wine pairings of select wines,...
Substance Abuse & Mental Health Conference Oct 30
The Portage Substance Abuse Community Coalition is hosting the Portage Substance Abuse & Mental Health Conference on Wednesday, October 30 from 9am-4pm at the NEW Center Ballroom at the Northeast Ohio Medical University in Rootstown. A state update will be presented by Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services Director Lori Criss and Portage County Health Commissioner Joseph Diorio...
The Haven of Portage County Hosts Annual Gala Fundraiser to Open Portage County, Ohio Homeless Shelter
Ravenna - On November 2, 2019. The Haven of Portage County will host its annual black-tie gala fundraiser at The NEW Center at Northeast Ohio Medical University in Rootstown. This year’s theme is the Roaring Twenties and Terry Montz, Innovate Elegance Catering and Design, will transport guests back in time to the era of jazz, fast cars, speakeasies and...
Ravenna On Display
Ravenna - What a day of community representation is being planned for you to come out and experience all Ravenna on the Rise has to offer! So much festive Fall fun will be on Saturday, October 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Annual Ravenna On Display. The event will be held indoors at the High School...
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...
1st Annual Pastoral Care Conference Set for September 25, 2019
Even pastors need a helping hand from time to time. It is no mystery that pastors are called on at all hours of the day. “So many times throughout my childhood, I would see my dad rush to be by someone’s side or be there as a confidant at all hours of the day,” says Paula Baughman, Director of...
Community Resource Connect Event
Ravenna - On Thursday, September 12, 2019 Portage County Housing Services Council is proud to present its first annual Community Resource Connect event. The event planning is a collaboration of staff from numerous agencies such as Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority, United Way, The Haven of Portage County, City of Kent, Coleman Professional Services, Department of Veterans Affairs, Family and...
Moore Earns Medals At AAU Gymnastics Nationals
Top Floor Gymnastics and Dance Center, located in Ravenna, took part in the Orlando AAU Gymnastics Nationals this summer. The event had over 2,500 gymnasts from across the United States who competed at the ESPN Wide World of Sports. Bringing home Silver Medals were Taylor Brown - Vault, Ella Hayn - Vault & Floor, and Avonlea Jefferson - Balance Beam. Bronze Medal...
Ingenuity Bears Fruit As One Family’s Venture Allows Them To Reap What They Have Sown
Ravenna - “Red Red wine, you make me feel so fine. You keep me rockin’ all of the time!” And, oh man, is the Wade family of West Main Street Winery rockin’ and hoppin’ because their juicy business has burst onto the scene! Jim, DeAnne and A.J. Wade have brought a significant sense of history and community pride to Ravenna...
Garrettsville Local Named Finalist in Nationwide Coca-Cola® Contest
This summer, Coca-Cola Freestyle invited Americans to concoct their own signature beverage recipes – and potentially win $10,000 – through the first ever “Make Your Mix” contest. In June, fans entered by mixing two or three of Coca-Cola Freestyle’s nearly 200 drink choices and sharing photos or videos of their mixes on Twitter or Instagram with the hashtag #MakeYourMixContest. ...
