Stampin’ Out Cancer fundraiser seeking vendors, participants
Bikers for Boobs, a nonprofit based in Portage County, is looking for venues and people who wish to support Stampin’ Out Cancer, its summer-long fundraiser.
County roundup: Atwater plans cleanup and plant exchange, plus news from Brimfield, Mogadore, Randolph and Suffield
- Roger Gordon.
The Atwater Township Clean-Up Days will be from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, May 2 and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 3 in the Town Hall parking lot at 1219 State Route 183.
County roundup: Plans set for Raven Awards Ceremony, plus news from Shalersville, Streetsboro and Aurora
- Roger Gordon.
City of Ravenna This year’s Raven Awards Ceremony will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 4 in the Ravenna High School auditorium at 6589 N. Chestnut St. The ceremony will recognize award recipients from 2024. Nominations are still being accepted, and sponsorships are available. For more information, call 330-296-3886, email ryann@ravennaareachamber.com or visit ravennaareachamber.com. A groundbreaking was held April 15 for the brand-new Veterans Administration building on North Chestnut Street. The new structure will be twice the […]
Around Suffield: Egg hunts, great laughs and more events coming up
The Suffield League recently enjoyed another “Laugh at the Lake” evening, with the sold-out crowd entertained by comedians Jeff Blanchard, Tim Folger, Michael Gershe and magician Eric Thompson. This year’s event was co-sponsored by the Harry Miller Construction Company.
Letter to the editor: In support of student protesters
I want to express my deep respect and support for the students at Theodore Roosevelt High School who participated in the peaceful walkout during Governor Mike DeWine’s recent visit. In a time when youth voices are often dismissed or minimized, these students demonstrated courage, conviction, and a commitment to civic engagement.
Letter to the editor: It’s time to act on behalf of your local public media
PBS Western Reserve’s progress toward greater service to the region is under threat. A rescission package recently delivered from the White House to Congress proposes to eliminate already-approved federal funding for public media. This would have a devastating impact — not only on PBS Western Reserve, but on local public media organizations nationwide, particularly smaller stations and those serving rural communities.
Portage County obituaries for April 25-27
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Rooted Ramblings: Spring, soil and seeds
- Submitted.
Oh Spring. Trying our patience every day as we ride a roller coaster of temperatures. Not only that but we are up to our ankles in mud. Let’s talk about that mud or I mean soil. Did you know that your garden soil is a combination of dirt, organic material, water, and oxygen in air pockets? All of these components are necessary for your plants to grow and thrive. Currently in Portage County our soil is saturated with rain water, […]
Democratic candidates for Kent’s City Council to be decided in May 6 election
Early voting for the May 6 primary election is ongoing, with Kent residents seeing the names of five Democratic candidates for City Council at-large seats.
Kent high schoolers protest DeWine during career center visit
- Theo Bednar.
Governor Mike DeWine visited Theodore Roosevelt High School in Kent on Thursday, April 24 to cut the ribbon on the addition of a major new career center at the school. Several students took the opportunity to protest.
Kent lawyer to be sentenced for importuning a minor
A Kent man remains free on bond while he awaits sentencing for soliciting a minor to engage in sexual activity. Legally termed importuning, it is a third-degree felony. The alleged victim is a 12-year-old boy who attended a Kent parochial school.
Documenters: Palmyra Township Trustees meeting for April 22, 2025
Palmyra Township has been invited to meetings regarding the creation of a new joint fire district, which would cover an area of five townships. This new system would be more expensive, but supporters say it would result in faster response times to EMS and fire calls.
Kathy Baker: Who is my neighbor?
- Kathy Baker.
Life is a journey, as we’re often reminded. My own life has taken me to mountaintops of joy, valleys of despair, and everything in between. Recently, my internal journey, conversations with my authentic, interior self, has been a wild ride. One filled with twists and turns, unfamiliar passageways winding through darkness and shadows–and finally, the arrival of a moment of clarity.
Letter to the editor: Support for Ravenna schools is support for the community
An enduring and necessary virtue of cities, towns and villages across Ohio and America is the willingness of their voters to tax themselves to support their schools. Without such support, financial and otherwise, a community’s schools cannot reach their full potential to benefit each year’s students.
Portage County obituaries for April 23-24
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Portage County’s higher ed communities grapple with concerns in wake of visa revocations
The federal government’s efforts to remove immigrants seems to be gaining steam at Kent State University, which now tallies the number of international students whose visas have been revoked at 10.
Documenters: Freedom Township Trustees meeting for April 17, 2025
- Violet Puin.
Road Supervisor Tony VanSteenberg reported that a fallen tree had also knocked down a telephone pole. The road crew patched holes in the park driveway over the past month.
Sabrina Christian Bennett: Support Issue 2 for Ohio’s infrastructure
On May 6, Ohio voters have the opportunity to renew a program that has been vital to the success and stability of our communities for nearly four decades. The State Capital Improvement Program (SCIP) provides crucial funding to repair and maintain local roads, bridges and water infrastructure — without raising taxes. This program has supported projects in all 88 Ohio counties, helping to improve safety, attract businesses and ensure residents have access to clean water and reliable infrastructure.
Around Garrettsville: Calling all local artisans
The Sip n Shop on Main is taking a few more artisans. We are happy to announce this year’s wineries: Laleure Vineyards, Feisty Broad, It’s your Winery, Salvage Winery, West Main Street Winery, and Winery at Versailles.
One for the Books: Novels that whisk you away to another place
Don’t you love a book that has the power to pull you out of your seat and drop you in a whole other setting? These three novels do that! (And they’re really good!)