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$36,400 Treasure Hunt Continues To Grow As Final Clue Drop Approaches

The Newton Falls America 250 Treasure Hunt has now grown to $36,400 in cash, gold, silver, coins, collectibles, and donations, making it one of the largest community-based treasure hunts in the region’s history. Even more exciting, the treasure continues to grow as additional sponsors and supporters continue to contribute to the prize pool. The tenth and final clue will be...

Aurora girls’ track nets fifth place in OHSAA D-II state meet

A year after having no state placers at the Ohio High School Athletic Association state meet, the Aurora Greeenmen girls track and field team earned fifth place, scoring 30.5 points at the OHSAA Division II state meet last weekend at The Ohio State University’s Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium. “I think it just proves after everything we went through last year,...

Testing wells to safeguard your water

Presented by DeBord Plumbing & Heating of Chardon, Ohio Testing frequency According to the E.P.A. you should Test your private well annually for total coliform bacteria, nitrates, total dissolved solids, and pH levels. If you suspect the presence of other contaminants, you should test those also. You can also contact your local health department to find out what substances may be...

Medicare 101

The Geauga County Department on Aging and Representatives from OSHIIP (Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program) will provide an easy to understand overview of Medicare, including the different coverage options, how they compare, and what to consider when choosing a plan. This will be held on Monday, June 15, 1:30-2:30pm at the Geauga County Office Buildinglocated at 12611 Ravenwood...

G-H Rotary Report

The June 8, 2026 meeting of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary welcomed guest Lisa Soeder of the Kent Rotary to observe their dealings with the following business: First, a review of the lockbox events held so far–could be more enthusiastic adoptions but the project is ongoing. Consult with local churches? The Storybook Trail Project is proceeding apace, some posts are set; there...

Garrettsville Tractor Parade

The Garrettsville Tractor Parade, which will be held on June 27 at noon features everything from antique tractors to enormous modern combines. Put on your red, white, and blue and bring the whole family as we celebrate America's 250th Anniversary. For more information, please visit the Garrettsville Tractor Parade Facebook page, stop in at 8028 State St, Garrettsville or call...

Ravenna Job and Family Services Announces Public Assistance Phone Line Changes

Portage County Job and Family Services is announcing a schedule adjustment for certain Public Assistance interview phone lines. This change will allow eligibility staff to dedicate time to process cases, documents, verifications, and case actions. Beginning Thursday, June 11, 2026, all Public Assistance interview lines will close at 12:00 PM each Thursday only. This adjustment is intended to give staff...

Windham Township Board of Trustees approve motion to patch Hewins Road

The Windham Township Board of Trustees committed to a significant road project last Thursday evening at the Windham Township Hall, approving a motion to contract Hard Labor Paving, a paving contractor company from Geauga County to patch Hewins Road. The Board received a quote from Hard Labor that they deemed acceptable, and Vice Chairman, Trustee and Cemetery Contact Rich Gano...

Crestwood’s Martini, Ravenna’s Scott each medal at D-III state meet

Crestwood Red Devils’ junior Liv Martini pushed herself to her physical and mental limit this season and finished the year by taking eighth place in 200-meter dash at the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division III state meet last Saturday at The Ohio State University’s Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium. “I am so relieved and so excited,” Martini said. “Last year,...

Rainbow Girls to Host Farmington Community Garage Sale Weekend

The W. Farmington Assembly #116 International Order of the Rainbow for Girls is hosting the 18th annual Farmington Community Garage Sale weekend June 18th – 20th throughout West Farmington Village & Farmington township from 9am – 4pm. Maps will be available at the post office and local businesses in early June. The Assembly itself will be sponsoring a Rummage ...

Call For Vendors AND Shoppers

Always looking for another treasure or unexpected bargain? Mark your calendar for a flea market at The West Woods on Saturday, July 11, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. — the 18th annual event of its kind presented by the Geauga County Chapter of the Ohio’s Horseman’s Council (OHC), a longtime Geauga Park District partner! This community sale transforms The...

Cardinal’s Krebs and Thistlethwaite capture All-Ohio honors at D-V state meet

The Cardinal Huskies’ track and field team’s ascent during the spring season was completed when junior Olivia Krebs placed fourth in the shot put and sophomore Mason Thistlethwaite captured seventh place in the 100-meter dash last week at the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division V state meet at The Ohio State University’s Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium in Columbus. Krebs...

Try Your Hand At Nature Journaling

Looking for a creative way to slow down and connect with Nature? Geauga Park District’s monthly Nature Journaling series combines observation, writing, sketching and optional photography to help participants explore the outdoors with fresh eyes. Registration is currently open for “Life in a Riffle,” offered Sunday and Monday, June 14 and 15, at Sunnybrook Preserve. Upcoming sessions also include “Cicadas”...

Garrettsville Area Chamber of Commerce Awards Scholarships to Two Graduating Seniors

The Garrettsville Area Chamber of Commerce has selected two Garrettsville High School seniors as recipients of its annual 1,000localscholarshipaward.EliseEdwardsandDakotaStanleywerechosenfromacompetitivepoolofapplicantsbasedonacademicperformance,extracurricularinvolvement,communityserviceandawrittenessay.Each1,000 local scholarship award. Elise Edwards and Dakota Stanley were chosen from a competitive pool of applicants based on academic performance, extracurricular involvement, community service and a written essay. Each 1,000localscholarshipaward.EliseEdwardsandDakotaStanleywerechosenfromacompetitivepoolofapplicantsbasedonacademicperformance,extracurricularinvolvement,communityserviceandawrittenessay.Each1,000 award is designated for tuition, coursework or books at an accredited...

We’re All Invited

Sip N Shop Vendor Applications Being Accepted Call Today Sip n Shop on Main is taking applications for the event on July 25th from 2-7pm . Contact Jackie at rinearson05@frontier.com for an application Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at...

THREE-TIME STATE CHAMPION: Conner Hunt sweeps seated state races

Garfield G-Men senior Conner Hunt has competed in his last Ohio High School Athletic Association state seated races but left his mark by once again sweeping all three races last weekend at The Ohio State University’s Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium. “Having the breaks throughout all of the meets and events helps a lot,” Hunt said. “I am excited and thankful....

Community Center Makes Plans For Summer Fun

Looking for an opportunity to gather with friends this summer? Just about every week, the folks at Crestwood Community Center in Mantua have something special planned, and all are welcome. On Saturday, June 20th at 2 pm, the group will travel to the Porthouse Theater (3143 O’Neil Road in Cuyahoga Falls) to see “Grease.” The group plans to return to...

STATE CHAMPIONS: Streetsboro boys’ 4×200 relay captures title

The Streetsboro Rockets boys’ 4x200 relay team kept posting faster times throughout the last several weeks, until they recorded their best race of the season, winning the championship at the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division III state meet last Saturday evening at The Ohio State University’s Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium. “This whole season has been a grind,” said senior...

Join us on The Block

The Garrettsville Area Chamber of Commerce Board cuts the ribbon on the Chamber of Commerce's new Buckeye Block Amphitheater! Come celebrate the grand opening with live music from members of Thrill of the Ville and help us mark a new chapter for a historic downtown space. June 18, 2026 • 5:00-6:00pm

Rockets’ track and field qualifies eight for D-III state meet

Although the Streetsboro Rockets boys’ and girls’ track and field teams competed in a new division in the Ohio High School Athletic Association track postseason, their sprinting depth still triumphed as the Rockets advanced eight athletes across seven events to the state meet last weekend at the OHSAA Division III regional meet at Austintown-Fitch High School in Youngstown. “It was...

Berkshire baseball falls in district title game to Chagrin Falls

The Berkshire Badgers’ baseball team’s deep playoff run ended in the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division V Northeast 3 district title game, losing 9-3 against Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division rival Chagrin Falls last Friday evening at Mentor High School. “It was a little bit of everything,” noted Coach Craig Barstow. “I think we hit the trifecta in the...

Garfield G-Men girls track and field advances three to OHSAA Division IV state meet

The Garfield G-Men girls’ track and field team qualified three athletes to the Ohio High School Athletic Association state meet. Senior discus thrower Elise Edwards, sophomore hurdler Olivia Kuchenbecker and freshman distance runner Lina Kaufman each earned state bids at the OHSAA Division IV regional meet last weekend at Austintown-Fitch High School. “All three of them just put in...

Exploring Garrettsville: Tour the Town!

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our country, Garrettsville residents can take time to learn more about their town! Explorers will start their adventure at the library to pick up a scavenger hunt sheet. This event is geared toward children but can be completed by anyone. This is an ongoing program that can be completed once per participant at...

Elite Talent Collections Sports Memorabilia offers intrigue in Ravenna

Elite Talent Collections Sports Memorabilia store owner Mark Hartburg will be the first to admit that calling himself a sports fan is an understatement. The Kent native has brought his passion for sports to Ravenna by opening his sports memorabilia shop, which hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony last Thursday afternoon at 137 East Main Street in Ravenna. “This is very exciting...

Newton Falls Treasure Hunt Update…

The first annual Newton Falls Treasure Hunt has become a national event. People from almost every state are participating, as well as hunters from Germany, Italy, Japan and Canada. So, technically, it has become an international event. A special day was planned for Treasure Hunters to come to Newton Falls to meet the members of the Newton Falls Community. Kpro,...

Portage Park District continues watershed conservation, purchases Windham Township parcel

The Portage Park District’s mission to preserve natural land, especially that in the Eagle Creek Watershed, continued in partnership with the Portage Land Bank as it recently purchased three parcels of land that total 10 acres has consisting of the Eagle Creek flood plains in Windham Township for $860. “Our entire mission is rooted in conservation so the mission of the...

Southington Christian Church to Host “In the Garden” Ladies’ Luncheon Honoring Legacy of Faith

The women of Southington Christian Church are invited to pause, reflect, and bloom together at the _In the Garden Ladies' Luncheon_ on *Sunday, July 19*, immediately following the 10:45 a.m. morning service. Hosted by Ashley (Arnold) Morrow in loving memory of her grandmother, *Gwendolyn Irene Arnold*, this complimentary event celebrates the quiet strength and lasting legacy of faithful women. Guests...

Community Invited to Amateur Radio Field Day

While most people depend on a smartphone in an emergency, the Portage County Amateur Radio Service (PCARS) is preparing for the moment those phones don’t work anymore. The Portage County Amateur Radio Service is inviting residents to witness and participate in an emergency communications preparedness exercise at Freedom Township Park 6836 Streeter Rd June 27-June 28 in Freedom Township for...