Portage County obituaries for April 12-14
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Kent League of Women Voters confused, concerned about Facebook ban
Three weeks ago, Facebook disabled the Kent League of Women Voters page, leaving its members mystified.
Clerk of Courts candidate sues county commissioners for alleged Sunshine Law breach
Longtime political activist — and current Republican candidate for Portage County Clerk of Courts — Brian Ames is suing the county commissioners for an alleged breach of Ohio’s open meetings laws.
Op-ed: A painful accident with a dozen silver linings
After several chilly days, I thought I’d take advantage of some spring-like weather on the eve of our eagerly anticipated eclipse. My plan was to get in a 30-mile bike ride before setting up for an evening concert I’d helped organize. A few weeks ago, I bought a new pair of tires that promised high performance, combined with flat resistance. Everything seemed perfect.
Around Ravenna: All things spring
- Angie Reedy.
Big news – Karen’s Hair Design is relocating! Karen is moving her beauty salon to the Medical Arts Building at 6693 N. Chestnut St., across from Maple Grove Cemetery in Ravenna. She plans to move when remodeling is completed around May-ish.
Submitted: Streetsboro High School Honor Roll lists
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To be on the Excellence Roll, students must have earned a grade point average of 4.0 or above for the third nine weeks.
Portage County obituaries for April 10-11
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Around Garrettsville: Get your spring cleaning done before garage sale days
Garage Sale Weekend is just around the corner, May 17-19 is the big weekend to join all the other garage sellers. You can now register online at 44231.org/shop. There is also a form in The Villager.
Portage County obituaries for April 8-9
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Hundreds gathered on KSU campus to watch the celestial dance
- Jeremy Brown.
A large crowd of spectators from around the world cheered as darkness overtook Kent State’s Risman Plaza on Monday when the solar eclipse of April 8, 2024, reached totality at 3:14 p.m.
Video and photos: Portage County perspectives on the 2024 total solar eclipse
- Ben Wolford.
Below are the testimonies and photos of Portage County residents who viewed the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024.
County roundup: Edinburg needs funds and location for new fire station, plus Rootstown updates
Edinburg Township is still looking into building a new fire station. The township’s ideal location for it would be near where the current fire station is but closer to the intersection of state routes 14 and 18.
Garrettsville Cinema won’t shut its doors, after all
Garrettsville Cinema will remain open thanks to an unexpected gesture from its new landlord. The locally owned theater had been at risk of closure after the building changed ownership.
Portage County obituaries for April 5-7
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Prosecuting school bus violations filled with challenges
A school bus stops. Its lights flash and the familiar stop sign flicks out from the driver’s side as children exit or enter the bus. Suddenly a vehicle goes around the bus, either not noticing or simply ignoring the many commands to stop.
Kent State plans ‘Power of Our Voices’ program for 54th annual May 4 Commemoration
- Tom Hardesty.
Each year, Kent State University community members and visitors gather on the Kent State Commons for the annual May 4 Commemoration to pay tribute to those who were killed and wounded on May 4, 1970.
Crestwood schools to rededicate fieldhouse for Vietnam vets
Crestwood Local Schools is set to rededicate its fieldhouse April 6 as a memorial to students who sacrificed their lives in the Vietnam War.
Portage County obituaries for April 3-4
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
KSS Robotics advances to the world championships in Houston
- Jeremy Brown.
Portage County’s own KSS Robotics 4th-8th grade team, Charged Up 37348, will go on to the FIRST world championships after claiming victory at the state championship in Troy, Ohio, on March 8.
SPONSORED: Understanding the Gallbladder: Functions, Symptoms, and Treatment
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The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ located beneath the liver on the right side of the body. While often overlooked until problems arise, the gallbladder plays a crucial role in the digestive process. Understanding its functions, recognizing symptoms of gallbladder disease, knowing when to seek medical attention, and exploring treatment options are essential for maintaining optimal health.