RAVENNA TWP. − Homeowners in the Chinn Allotment stand to save a little more money on a pricey sewer project in Ravenna Township, thanks to another grant toward the project. Daniel Blakely, director of Portage County Water Resources, said the department applied for $500,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funds toward the Chinn Allotment, which […]
RAVENNA − Art, wine and history came together Saturday as Ravenna celebrated its 225th birthday with two events. City residents, and those eager for a party from around Portage County, enjoyed the annual Art on Main festival and a special 225th birthday celebration. Art on Main featured 50 artisans who were set up in booths […]
Several businesses and individuals were recognized Wednesday for their contributions to Ravenna at the annual Raven Awards. Honorees included Patti Hicks, Lifetime Achievement; Rebecca Schneider, Volunteer of the Year; Josh Myers, Citizen of the Year; Clint Marsh, Honorary Award; and Cory Rabatin, Young Entrepreneur. Ryan, Cline stands with 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award winner Patti Hicks […]
A Ravenna woman has entered a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity to two dozen felony charges stemming from a March fire police say she set in the Hazen Avenue apartment building where she was living. A Portage County grand jury indicted the 64-year-old woman on 23 counts of aggravated arson and a […]
The Portage County NAACP and the League of Women Voters of Kent will play hosts of an event to educate people on their rights regarding topics such as marijuana and gun possession. The Portage County NAACP will host a “Know Your Rights” event on Thursday, March 21. Steve Michniak of the Portage County Prosecutor’s Office […]
A team of city officials are coming together to celebrate Ravenna’s 225th anniversary this year. Ravenna is looking for a logo for its 225th anniversary celebration, which will take place this summer. Councilwoman Amy Michael said Chelsea Gregor, clerk of council, is working with the city’s administration to plan the celebration. She encouraged all council […]
The process of updating Ravenna’s design review guidelines has kicked off, and officials hope it will lead to a revival of Ravenna’s historic downtown district. Riddle Block 1, Ravenna. Consultants from Perspectus, the firm hired last year to guide the city through the process of updating its design review guidelines, made a presentation about the […]
Two people were arrested this week after threats were made to kill a Ravenna Township man, the Portage County Sheriff’s Office reported. The sheriff’s office said in a news release that the threats were reported Dec. 19, and a suspect was arrested the the following day. As a result of their investigation, deputies arrested Jason […]