Archive

I know we were all around in 1963 when President John Kennedy designated the month of May as Senior Citizens Month. Since that time, the name has been changed to Older Americans Month. Sixty-two years later, the focus is still the same: to bring recognition to older Americans who have contributed so much to make our communities what they are today.

Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County

Kent State will honor the memory of May 4, 1970 with three days of programming reflecting on the legacy of the day the Ohio National Guard opened fire on student protesters, killing four students and injuring nine others.

April having come and gone, it got me thinking: April Fools’ Day just doesn’t cut it. Yeah, it’s a day for jokes, pranks and assorted other mischief, some of which are repeated year after year, others which are new and inventive. Some are clever, others are downright cruel. Some result in belly laughs and guffaws, others in fistfights.

Although tornadoes can occur anytime, tornado season is between March and June, with May typically being the peak. According to the National Weather Service, nearly 70% of all tornadoes occur during this period. Natural and human-caused disasters can strike suddenly, at anytime and anywhere.

This is the time of year when you walk through your yard or through the woods and spot those lovely plants that show their beautiful blooms for just a brief time in the spring. You can’t help but smile when you see these ephemerals popping through the leaves.

Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County

In its 12 years, the loosely organized Kent South End Friends of the Village solidified into Kent South End, headed by neighborhood resident Doria Daniels. Participants and supporters met April 22 at Kent’s American Legion for a dinner, fellowship and celebration of the Thomas-Anderson Memorial Garden, located on Walnut Street.

Portage County voters will be going old school at the polls, exchanging the usual electronic check-in process for a paper protocol.

The Kent Environmental Council was founded more than 50 years ago for the express purpose of improving and protecting the environment through advocacy, education, engagement and networking throughout our city, our county, and beyond. Today we wish to address the current administration’s attack on our national parks and are asking for the support of the public in their defense.

We’re less than a week away from the vote on Issue 2 — coming up on May 6 — which will decide the continued funding for the Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC). This program has played a major role in improving infrastructure here in Portage County.

Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County

Bikers for Boobs, a nonprofit based in Portage County, is looking for venues and people who wish to support Stampin’ Out Cancer, its summer-long fundraiser.

The Atwater Township Clean-Up Days will be from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, May 2 and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 3 in the Town Hall parking lot at 1219 State Route 183.

City of Ravenna This year’s Raven Awards Ceremony will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 4 in the Ravenna High School auditorium at 6589 N. Chestnut St. The ceremony will recognize award recipients from 2024. Nominations are still being accepted, and sponsorships are available. For more information, call 330-296-3886, email ryann@ravennaareachamber.com or visit ravennaareachamber.com. A groundbreaking was held April 15 for the brand-new Veterans Administration building on North Chestnut Street. The new structure will be twice the […]

The Suffield League recently enjoyed another “Laugh at the Lake” evening, with the sold-out crowd entertained by comedians Jeff Blanchard, Tim Folger, Michael Gershe and magician Eric Thompson. This year’s event was co-sponsored by the Harry Miller Construction Company.

I want to express my deep respect and support for the students at Theodore Roosevelt High School who participated in the peaceful walkout during Governor Mike DeWine’s recent visit. In a time when youth voices are often dismissed or minimized, these students demonstrated courage, conviction, and a commitment to civic engagement.

PBS Western Reserve’s progress toward greater service to the region is under threat. A rescission package recently delivered from the White House to Congress proposes to eliminate already-approved federal funding for public media. This would have a devastating impact — not only on PBS Western Reserve, but on local public media organizations nationwide, particularly smaller stations and those serving rural communities.

Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County

Oh Spring. Trying our patience every day as we ride a roller coaster of temperatures. Not only that but we are up to our ankles in mud. Let’s talk about that mud or I mean soil. Did you know that your garden soil is a combination of dirt, organic material, water, and oxygen in air pockets? All of these components are necessary for your plants to grow and thrive. Currently in Portage County our soil is saturated with rain water, […]