Good morning, Portage County. Mark your calendars for May 14th – Habitat for Humanity's ReStore is hosting what might be considered the community's biggest recycling party. The annual Recycle Extravaganza promises to divert hundreds of tons of items from landfills while offering shoppers a 20% discount, raffles, and food from The Wiener Guy. It's the perfect blend of environmental responsibility and community fun, with free recycling for most items and proceeds supporting ReStore's green initiatives.
Community connection thrives throughout the county this spring, with the local calendar bursting at the seams with activities for everyone. From book reviews at the YMCA to craft gatherings and free community meals, there's no shortage of ways to engage. Don't miss the historical presentation about the 1881 Portage County Courthouse or the upcoming theater auditions for "The Play that Goes Wrong" – proving that in Portage County, there's truly something for residents of every age and interest.
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0%☕️ What's Brewing Locally
📅 Community calendar bursts with free activities for everyone. Garrettsville's Weekly Villager highlights numerous recurring events including book reviews at the YMCA, senior center breakfasts, craft gatherings, and free community meals throughout the area. Special upcoming events feature a Swiss Steak Dinner on April 26, a historical presentation about the 1881 Portage County Courthouse, a rummage sale in Hiram on May 2-3, and theater auditions for "The Play that Goes Wrong" on May 6 and 8. The calendar showcases how local organizations are creating opportunities for residents to connect, learn, and enjoy their community regardless of age or interest.
♻️ Portage County's biggest recycling party is coming to town next month. On May 14, Habitat for Humanity's ReStore will host its annual Recycle Extravaganza in Kent, offering free recycling for paper, clothing, eyeglasses, and more. The event aims to keep hundreds of tons of items out of landfills, with modest fees only for electronics and paint recycling. Visitors can also enjoy shopping with a 20% discount, raffles, and food from The Wiener Guy, with proceeds helping to fund ReStore's green initiatives and Habitat's mission of providing decent housing.
🌍 International students face visa revocations across Ohio universities. Kent State University reports 10 international students or recent graduates have had visas unexpectedly revoked without explanation. This occurs amid Portage County Sheriff's new agreement with ICE allowing deputies to arrest suspected undocumented immigrants without warrants. Kent City Council members expressed concerns about potential impacts on the university community, while Hiram College officials stated their international students remain in good legal standing. Local residents have voiced fears about safety and due process in the increasingly uncertain environment for foreign students.
⚾ Baseball Scoreboard
Highland Hornets kept their perfect season alive with a nail-biting 7-6 victory over Aurora Greenmen in Suburban-American action. The 8-0 Hornets buzzed just enough offense to edge past the Greenmen, setting up an immediate rematch Wednesday where Aurora (4-6) will be hungry for revenge.Woodridge scratched out a 5-4 win against Streetsboro in Tuesday's league showdown, evening their record at 5-5. The Bulldogs managed to tame the Rockets just enough, handing Streetsboro only their third loss of the season as both teams prepare for fresh challenges on Wednesday.Crestwood's pitching staff delivered a masterclass in their 3-0 blanking of Cardinal in Chagrin Valley action. The Red Devils (4-4) completely silenced the struggling Huskies' bats, with the teams set for an immediate rematch Wednesday as Cardinal (1-7) desperately searches for offensive life.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Aurora (4-6) | ||
@ Highland | L 7-6 (10) | |
Ravenna (4-8) | ||
@ Springfield | W 4-2 | |
Streetsboro (6-3) | ||
@ Woodridge | L 5-4 | |
Crestwood (4-4) | ||
vs Cardinal | W 3-0 | |
Tallmadge (5-5) | ||
@ Copley | L 3-0 | |
Rootstown (7-3) | ||
vs Lake Center Christian | L 7-0 | |
Garfield (8-3) | ||
vs Newton Falls | L 6-3 (8) | |
Southeast (6-5) | ||
vs Brookfield | W 9-1 | |
Roosevelt (4-6) | ||
vs Revere | L 5-1 | |
Waterloo (4-4) | ||
@ McDonald | W 3-0 |
🥎 Softball Scoreboard
Aurora's softball squad unleashed a 13-0 shutout against Barberton, improving to an impressive 12-1 record as they continue their dominance in the Suburban-American league. The Greenmen's bats were scorching hot Tuesday, leaving the visiting Magics searching for answers and extending what's becoming a season to remember for Aurora.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Aurora (12-1) | ||
vs Barberton | W 13-0 | |
Ravenna (5-6) | ||
vs Woodridge | W 7-1 | |
Streetsboro (10-4) | ||
@ Springfield | L 11-1 | |
Tallmadge (7-6) | ||
vs Revere | L 6-4 (9) | |
Crestwood (1-10) | ||
vs Kenston | L 14-4 | |
Field (9-4) | ||
@ Norton | W 14-1 | |
Southeast (7-4) | ||
vs Brookfield | W 17-1 | |
Rootstown (7-3) | ||
@ John F. Kennedy Catholic | W 12-0 | |
Garfield (4-6) | ||
vs Newton Falls | W 13-3 | |
Windham (3-9) | ||
@ Struthers | W 19-4 |
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
Renovated Woodland Haven Fresh Updates: Priced at $210,000, this renovated 2-bedroom Streetsboro home offers completely updated features including new kitchen with granite countertops, spacious bedrooms with en-suite bath, and peaceful wooded views from the back deck.
Reconditioned ranch multiple living areas: Priced at $299,900, this reconditioned ranch offers 2,200 square feet with three bedrooms, multiple living areas, and recent updates including a new furnace and roof, all on a spacious, fully fenced city lot.
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🙏 In Remembrance
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