Portage County obituaries for March 25-26, 2026
- Staff Report. Remembering those we've lost in Portage County
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.
Deerfield Ag Services becomes employee-owned company
- 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 Portage County commissioners before renewable energy hearing
- 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.
Been There, Done That: Enjoying the golden doggy years
- 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.
Portage County obituaries for March 23-24, 2026
- Staff Report. Remembering those we've lost in Portage County
Public hearing on wind, solar installations March 26 ahead of potential commissioners vote
- 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.
County roundup: Shalersville to create veterans memorial, plus news from Edinburg and Rootstown
- Roger Gordon. The grant will support the creation of Veteran’s Point, featuring a U.S. flag installation, benches and landscaping enhancements.
Ohio Outdoors: ‘Blue’ skies herald spring
- 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.
Portage County obituaries for March 20-22, 2026
- Staff Report. Remembering those we've lost in Portage County
Angie Reedy’s dedication to Ravenna runs far and wide
- 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.
Around Windham: Get involved with WHS athletic boosters
- 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.
Around Garrettsville: Get ready to sip and shop til you drop
- 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.
Baker: Have a good day!
- 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.
Portage County obituaries for March 18-19, 2026
- Staff Report. Remembering those we've lost in Portage County
Person found dead in cell at Portage County jail two days after booking
- Wendy DiAlesandro. The Portage County Sheriff’s Office announced March 16 that a person who had been incarcerated at the county jail had died the previous day.
Documenters: Field Board of Education meeting for March 9, 2026
- Noell Wolfgram Evans. “We’re in an interesting place in terms of enrollment,” Heflinger said. He said that the district doesn’t have room in Brimfield to grow, adding that “if kindergarten enrollment goes up, we will be scrambling.”
Around Randolph: Spring Into Health event promotes farmers' health and safety
- Sandy Engle. On March 21, five visionary farmers will be presenting at the “Spring Into Health” event at the Randolph Community Center, located at 1657 State Route 44. This event is dedicated to promoting the health and wellness of farmers and gardeners, and the intention is to instill hope and provide workable solutions.
Portage County obituaries for March 16-17, 2026
- Staff Report. Remembering those we've lost in Portage County
Around Ravenna: New boutique event space opens in historic building
- Angie Reedy. Introducing The Yellow House in Ravenna, a boutique event space! The new owners, Regina and Matthew Heon, saw this old beauty and fell in love … soaring ceilings; French doors; long, sunny, wavy glass windows; big molding; marble hearths; and an original wood floor.