Portage County obituaries for Feb. 24-25
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Kent will see new leadership after November’s election
When the Nov. 4 general election votes are counted, the city of Kent will welcome a new mayor-elect and a host of new council members. All three of Kent’s at-large council seats are open as the incumbents say they’ve accomplished what they set out to do and that it’s time for new people to bring fresh ideas to the table.
County roundup: Aurora State of the City coming up, plus news from Ravenna and Shalersville
The Aurora Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau’s annual State of the City luncheon will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26 at The Bertram Inn & Conference Center at 600 N. Aurora Rd.
Been There, Done That: Old dog, new couch
Our son recently showed me a picture of a nice looking loveseat. It would match our living room perfectly and had an automatic recliner on both sides that lays totally flat, with a console in the middle. Wow. That’s nice. He asked me if we wanted it.
Hiram College James H. Barrow Biological Field Station announces March educational programming
- Submitted.
The Hiram College James H. Barrow Biological Field Station is pleased to announce its schedule of programming and educational outreach events for the month of March.
Portage County obituaries for Feb. 21-23
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Axess Family Services and Children’s Advantage announce merger
Axess Family Services and Children’s Advantage on Feb. 19 announced that the two nonprofits are merging.
Kent’s Hometown Bank building granted Local Historic Property status
Kent’s Hometown Bank building, located at 136 N. Water St., is now a “Local Historic Property,” thanks to a unanimous City Council vote on Feb. 19.
Documenters: Village of Mogadore Council meeting for Feb. 19, 2025
Miller presented the third and final reading of the ordinance changing zoning in an existing development within the village from R-3 to R-1. In the discussion period, McDowall expressed his intent to vote against the change.
Documenters: James A. Garfield Board of Education meeting for Feb. 13, 2025
Recognized Abigail Ritondaro for mid-year graduation. Ritondaro came back from Bio-Med to finish her graduation requirements at Garfield. The board had a mini graduation ceremony for BioMed during the board meeting.
One for the Books: Great stories, memorable characters
I love a good story. Add a memorable character, and I’m hooked. Here are a few to try.
Portage County obituaries for Feb. 19-20
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Fatal crashes were down in 2024, according to Portage County review
- Tom Hardesty.
Portage County’s roads were significantly safer in 2024.
Here are the township and school levies on the May 2025 ballot
Voters in two Portage County townships and five school districts will decide proposed levies on the May 6 primary ballot. All the tax levies would be effective this year.
Around Randolph: Meet a local watercolor artist, plus events and more
- Sandy Engle.
Despite his humble beginnings and history of severe reading difficulties, Tom Mayer is now a well-known watercolorist who has won numerous art awards. However, if it wasn’t for his older brother’s support, Tom never would have been accepted into college.
Around Edinburg: Baseball signups and supporting neighbors
- Cathy Klein.
Main Street Ravenna’s Winter Writing Festival will be coming up this weekend from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 22 in downtown Ravenna. This year’s featured guest speaker is local author Julie Hatcher, who’s latest title, “Not Quite By the Book,” will be released at the beginning of March.
Portage County obituaries for Feb. 17-18
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Portage County piloting new Child Protection Mediation program
Thanks to a $20,000 Ohio State Bar Association grant, Portage County Juvenile Court and Job & Family Services have another tool to keep kids safe and with their families.
Documenters: Sugar Bush Knolls Council meeting for Feb. 13, 2025
Residents voiced concerns about their trash not being picked up by Rumpke on several occasions. They were assured by Mayor Jeff Coffee that the issue has been investigated and the quality of service has improved after discussions with the company.
County roundup: Spring cleanup and more coming to Paris Township
Paris’ annual Spring Cleanup will be from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 10 at the Shearer Community Center at 9355 Newton Falls Rd. Car and pickup truck tires will be accepted but will cost 50 cents per tire.