What’s next for Brimfield Fire after the levy failure?

Nov 13, 2026 — By Wendy DiAlesandro

Brimfield Township voters on Nov. 3 rejected Issue 27, a five-year, 1.95-mill additional tax levy to fund fire and emergency medical services for Brimfield’s fire department. Unofficial canvas results posted by the Portage County Board of Elections on Nov. 3 placed the vote tally at 2,456 for to 2,619 against.

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Letter to the editor: Investing in the future

Nov 13, 2026 — By Letter to the editor

Post-election analyses are falling like the snow we expect too soon. Thanks to Ben and his intrepid ward analyzer KSU geography professor Jen Mapes, we have a look at all Portage precincts.

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Around Garrettsville: Go G-Men, go!

Nov 13, 2026 — By Jackie Loreta-Rinearson

It is post-season football time, come out and help cheer on the team tonight with the kickoff being 7 p.m. Drive out to Perry High School, 1 Success Blvd., Perry, OH. Get your tickets at the gate or online at https://www.ohsaa.org/tickets.

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Rooted Ramblings: Let's talk about fall tools

Nov 13, 2026 — By Master Gardener Volunteers

Fall chores are nearly done — but where are your tools? I found my pruners in the compost pile. Oops! Round up your gear before winter plays hide-and-seek.

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Portage County obituaries for Nov. 11-12, 2026

Nov 13, 2026 — By Staff Report

Remembering those we've lost in Portage County

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Ravenna council weighs next steps for safety building after tax measure fails

Nov 11, 2026 — By Wendy DiAlesandro

Ravenna Council Member Carmen Laudato isn’t surprised that city voters rejected a proposed 0.25% income tax increase.

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Around Windham: Plenty to be grateful for here in Windham

Nov 11, 2026 — By Nicole Sweet

Hello Windham Family! November is National Gratitude Month. Gratitude is an active process of acknowledging goodness and recognizing its source. There is so much to be grateful for in Windham.

Opinion Ohio Outdoors

Ohio Outdoors: Celebrate Ohio naturally

Nov 11, 2026 — By Julie Watson

We Ohioans have a lot to be thankful for. I thought I’d spend this month’s column focusing on nature’s blessings to the Buckeye State.

Opinion The Setlist

The Setlist: Portage County live music for Nov. 11-20, 2026

Nov 11, 2026 — By Mike D

One of my favorite organizations is Guitars 4 Vets. Guitars for Vets (G4V) serves at-risk United States Veterans impacted by PTSD and other service-related trauma.

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Portage County obituaries for Nov. 9-10, 2026

Nov 11, 2026 — By Staff Report

Remembering those we've lost in Portage County

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A closer look at Portage County's election results: November 2026

Nov 9, 2026 — By Jennifer Mapes

Mirroring national trends, on Tuesday night Portage County shifted from Republican to Democratic in many of its statewide and local races, after the majority of the county voted for a Republican president in 2016, 2020, and 2024.

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County roundup: Ravenna students see local government up close, plus news from Aurora and Shalersville

Nov 9, 2026 — By Roger Gordon

The students tour City Hall, the police and fire departments and Ravenna’s historic sites, learn what leadership and civic responsibility really mean and roll up their sleeves volunteering right in town.

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Portage County obituaries for Nov. 6-8, 2026

Nov 9, 2026 — By Staff Report

Remembering those we've lost in Portage County

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Jenny Adams outlines goals as Portage County's newest commissioner

Nov 6, 2026 — By Jeremy Brown

An energetic crowd of supporters at Jenny Adams’ watch party in Ravenna on Tuesday evening saw a sweeping Democratic electoral victory unfold across the state and county, which included Adams’ unseating incumbent Mike Tinlin as Portage County’s commissioner.

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