Good morning, Portage County. Fizzy news is bubbling up as Coca-Cola pours a refreshing $35 million into their Twinsburg facility. The expansion will create 40 new jobs and boost production capacity by six million cases annually, bringing their 2025 output to a staggering 31 million cases serving four states. This investment represents just a fraction of Coca-Cola's regional footprint, which currently employs over 2,210 people across 15 Ohio facilities.
While some businesses expand, local emergency services are desperately calling for reinforcements. Garrettsville's Community EMS is seeking additional levy funding on November's ballot to address skyrocketing call volumes and staffing shortages. In brighter news, Gurney Elementary second graders celebrated a reading milestone with a cozy pajama party complete with flashlights—proving that sometimes the best adventures happen between the pages of a favorite book.
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🥤 Coca-Cola pours $35 million into Twinsburg facility expansion. The investment will create 40 new jobs and increase production capacity by six million cases annually. The expanded facility on Highland Road will produce more than 31 million cases of product in 2025, serving customers across Ohio, Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Kentucky. Company VP Maim Meiner described the investment as evidence of their "long-term dedication" to serving communities throughout the region. Coca-Cola Consolidated currently employs over 2,210 people across 15 facilities in Ohio, serving more than 21,000 businesses.
🚑 Garrettsville emergency services desperately need more responders as calls skyrocket. The Community Emergency Medical Services is requesting additional levy funding on the November 4 ballot (Issue #30) to support staffing increases amid a dramatic rise in emergency calls. Josh Wilee presented the case to Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary, emphasizing the need for more full-time personnel across all shifts. The Rotary also discussed plans for their Centennial Project (1926-2026), with an ADA-compliant playground emerging as the top choice. Their upcoming Reverse Raffle on November 5 still has tickets and sponsorship opportunities available.
📚 Pajama-clad second graders celebrate reading milestone with flashlights. Becky Arcaro's students at Gurney Elementary School marked 20 minutes of silent reading stamina with a cozy PJ party featuring flashlights and favorite books. Meanwhile, Gurney students participated in hands-on bus safety training with the transportation team, learning crucial signals and protocols. Chagrin Falls Intermediate School recognized 18 "Tigers of the Month" who demonstrated that "Everything Is Possible," while senior Ethan Johnson earned Rotary Student of the Month honors for his academic, athletic and leadership achievements. Fourth-graders connected with literature by whittling soap like the protagonist in "The Tiger Rising," bringing the story's themes to life through a hands-on activity.
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