Calm column: Come to the table and leave the rest behind
- Kathy Baker.
‘Tis the season to be thankful…and I am. I have so many blessings to count — so why do I sometimes feel overwhelmed by it all?
One for the Books: Master storytellers at their best
Two master storytellers have created recent works with strong characters, vivid settings, and engrossing mysteries. Each involves a uniquely American community of interesting, flawed people. These books aren’t just good; they’re great. I think both men and women will like them. And (hint, hint) they’d make great gift ideas for just about any reader.
Portage County obituaries for Nov. 17-20
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Introducing the Portager Forever plan for a limited time
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The Portager is offering a Forever plan that confers all Portager print and digital features forever. The plan is transferable and non-refundable.
After 60 years, there’s a new Horseshoe Diner in downtown Ravenna
- Jeremy Brown.
A new diner with an old name has opened in Buckeye Mall in Ravenna.
Streetsboro City Council approves road repair contracts, gives preview of future plans
Streetsboro City Council is revving up its road game, freeing up money it already has and hoping the state comes through with more.
Round Two: There’s always a chance history could repeat itself
- Tom Hardesty.
I was all set to write about how things are different for the Cleveland Browns this season.
Around Windham: Holiday events coming up in Windham, plus giving thanks for some wonderful neighbors
- Ann Taft.
The third annual Windham/James A. Garfield Marathon Veterans Day half marathon was held on Nov. 12. The races started and ended at the Windham High School, which is next to Camp James A. Garfield (formerly Ravenna Arsenal).
Portage County obituaries for Nov. 15-16
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Maps of precinct-level election results reveal Portage County voting patterns
The Portage County Board of Elections released unofficial results of the Nov. 7 elections on Sunday. Results on state-wide issues 1 (abortion) and 2 (cannabis) and county-wide levies 29 (developmental disabilities), 30 (mental health), and 31 (parks) show both familiar and unexpected geographic patterns.
Around Charlestown: Charlestown thanks Assistant Fire Chief Don Hanna for 45 years of service
Assistant Chief Don Hanna was recently honored at a ceremony held at the Charlestown Volunteer Fire Department. The ceremony marked his retirement after 45 years of service to the fire department. Approximately 40 people were in attendance to thank Hanna for his dedication to protecting the residents of Charlestown.
Around Edinburg: A special thank you to those who serve, plus news of upcoming Edinburg events
- Cathy Klein.
I’d like to start this month by thanking two important groups. Veterans Day is acknowledged every November, and veterans have one of the most important jobs in our country. Thank you for all your dedication and service.
Solved: The mystery of the missing rhinoceros
- Staff Report.
Many readers have been wondering about the disappearance of the “endangered animal” from his normal grazing ground in front of Scott Molders on state Route 43 in Kent.
Portage County Job & Family Services collecting toys for children in foster care
Portage County Job & Family Services will hold a Presents For Kids holiday toy drive-through event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2, at the Portage County Administration Building, 449 S. Meridian St. in Ravenna. New, unwrapped gift donations will be accepted.
Kent Area Chamber of Commerce will honor local businesses and individuals Nov. 16
The Kent Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual dinner and awards ceremony from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Nov. 16 at the Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center, 215 S. Depeyster St.
Portage County obituaries for Nov. 13-14
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
An update on our progress toward regular weekly print delivery
- Ben Wolford.
We’ve made significant progress toward the launch of weekly print home delivery. Below you’ll find information about our progress, next steps and what to do if you already paid for a print subscription and wondering where your papers are.
A closer look at the shake-ups and surprises from last week’s election
Among those votes were several surprises, ranging from the removal of several longtime elected officials, failed school levies, and the election of a township trustee who had been found guilty of embezzlement.
Around Garrettsville: Plenty of opportunities to get in the spirit of giving
The People Tree Holiday Program for 2023 provides assistance to families in need during the holiday season.
We’re updating The Portager’s plan names (November 2023)
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Starting Nov. 13, 2023, you’ll see new plan names in your account and when you go to sign up for The Portager. Nothing else will change about your plan.