Election preview: A look at the races, issues on the ballot in May 2026 - Wendy DiAlesandro. May primaries are just around the corner, and Portage County voters will see a number of familiar names in dozens of uncontested races, as well as a few contested ones. On the ballot are candidates for state representative of Ohio’s 72nd district, Portage County commissioner, Portage County Common Pleas Court judges and Portage County auditor.
- Amanda Smith. Deerfield Ag Services has transitioned to employee ownership, a move company leaders said will preserve its independence and keep the business rooted in the local community.
- Letter to the editor. Either we are going to ban commercial scale renewable projects in much of Portage County, or not. I would urge the county commissioners to take a more measured approach. Do not ban these projects out of hand, take the time and effort to investigate the possibilities and develop a plan.
- Laura Nethken. At 13 1/2, our Beagle Boy Cletus is starting to show some signs of slowing down. He's still got a voracious appetite and a high demand for a constant supply of chewsticks and fancy treats. But we're better off to just hand the treats to him.
- Staff Report. Remembering those we've lost in Portage County
- Wendy DiAlesandro. The Portage County Commissioners will host a public hearing regarding certain wind and solar installations at 6:30 p.m. March 26 at the county Emergency Management Agency headquarters.
- Roger Gordon. The grant will support the creation of Veteran’s Point, featuring a U.S. flag installation, benches and landscaping enhancements.
- Julie Watson. There are many indications that spring is almost here in Portage County. Not only have we had wonderfully warm weather lately, but crocuses, harbinger of spring, and skunk cabbage are blooming. Animals are shedding their heavy winter coats. Winged travelers are returning from southern climes and building or repairing nests. Spring is definitely close.
- Staff Report. Remembering those we've lost in Portage County
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- Jeremy Brown. After her retirement over 35 years ago, Angie Reedy decided to dedicate her life to volunteer service in the Ravenna area, and the community is stronger for it.
- Nicole Sweet. The New Hope Baptist Church will be providing free hot lunches for Windham students during spring break. Kids and teens 18 and under are invited to stop in and have lunch.
- Jackie Loreta-Rinearson. The Sip n Shop on Main Street committee was very busy this past month. The artisans are about half full, so get your application in soon.
- Kathy Baker. Our country — as well as the rest of the world — is in great disarray these days. It can be difficult for us to breathe, to stay focused, to find peace in our hearts. So, I am determined to give you a brief vacation from all that. When I say brief: this mini-vacation may last only as long as it takes you to read this. Or maybe you can make it last a bit longer.
- Staff Report. Remembering those we've lost in Portage County
