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
- Submitted.
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.
Portage County obituaries for April 1-2
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
County roundup: Hiram launches Village Pass to connect town and gown, plus news from Freedom, Garrettsville, Nelson, Mantua and Windham
The Village of Hiram recently launched the Village Pass, a collaboration between the village and Hiram College.
Around Brimfield: On the Joe’s controversy (and the best pizza in the world)
- Shirley Mars.
It is no secret that Joe’s Barbecue has great food. I am one of his customers and am excited to see a “brick and mortar” restaurant on that corner someday.
Annual South End garden blessing to be held April 7 in Kent
The Thomas-Anderson Memorial Garden, one of four endeavors of Kent’s Historic South End Association, will be the site of the annual garden blessing from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. April 7 at 1110 Walnut St., Kent.
Portage County obituaries for March 29-April 1
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Rep. Pavliga highlights housing resources after winter summit
In the wake of an affordable housing summit State Rep. Gail Pavliga held in January, she is working with local agencies to ensure staff and applicants know about various programs and grants.