At any given Special Olympics Ohio Portage County cheer practice, coach Ashleigh Lawrence and the athletes can be seen goofing around and dancing, but most of all, working hard.
In December, U.S. Rep. Emilia Sykes voted yes and U.S. Rep. Dave Joyce (R-Bainbridge Township) voted no on two bills that regarded military actions involving Venezuela.
All around Portage County, small businesses are hosting events and sales for the holiday season. Check out the list below for information on what’s going on locally that you may have missed.
The Ohio Redistricting Commission unanimously passed a congressional map on Oct. 31. It gave Republicans the advantage in Ohio, 12-3.
U.S. Rep. Emilia Sykes and U.S. Rep. Dave Joyce, who represent Portage County residents, voted against each other on H.R. 5371, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026, on Sept. 19. The bill was created to fund the government short-term to prevent a government shutdown.
As we get further into the fall season, make some time for autumnal events this year. Use this guide to pick out your can’t-miss events around Portage County.
The Aurora VFW Post 2629 and the Knights of Columbus Council 14186 have been purchasing food for the Aurora Food Pantry for several years, donating over $36,000 of perishable food yearly as one of their community projects. But the need for assistance is growing.
A three-generation family of female entrepreneurs in Kent recently celebrated the opening of a new brick-and-mortar shop.
Rain poured down on a Wednesday in June around the corner of a Garrettsville bank, but that didn’t stop anyone from getting what they were there for.
In recent years, dozens of people passionate about the village are bringing it back to life, seeing its potential and working together to give it energy once again. Committees and individuals have worked tirelessly to restore and revitalize Mantua.
Excelty, a boutique-style, plus-size thrift store located in Kent, has created many fulfilling memories for its owner and customers since its opening.
The Portage County Historical Society will host a re-dedication event for its Salmon Carter House Aug. 17.
Talk On, an outpatient speech-language pathology company in Kent, recently began offering feeding therapy as another resource for the families they serve.
Townhall II, a Portage County mental health and recovery organization, has expanded into Ravenna.
For years, Kira Crawford has dreamed of owning her own “teeny, tiny bake shop.”
Summer events are sprouting up all over Portage County. From May to September, the area has a lot in store. If you live in Kent, check out a full family events list here. This roundup includes the highlights and details of what’s promised to be a fun couple of months.
If you and your family live in or near Kent, you’ll be happy to know that the city has a lot planned for this summer. From May into September, there are plenty of experiences waiting for you and your family to find them.