Day: March 29, 2022

Spring Sports Preview!

Pick up a copy of the March 30 issue of The Carroll County Messenger on newsstands Tuesday afternoon featuring spring athletes from Carrollton, Conotton Valley, Malvern and Minerva schools. Read the biographies of four men who will be inducted into the Carrollton High School Academic Hall of Fame, along with other school news, court news and more. Why not get a subscription? Call 330-476-6343 to get The Messenger delivered to

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Classifieds

Help Wanted Transportation Driver, Carroll County Veterans Service Office. Minimum Requirements: Shall be an honorably discharged veteran, and a resident of Carroll County. Must have a good driving record, able to follow directions, keep accurate records, and be able to pass a physical at VAMC. Valid Ohio Driver’s license and proof of insurance required.  Responsibilities; Transports county veterans to VA medical appointments and other duties as assigned. Responsible for the safety

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Bird droppings continue to pose problem at courthouse

By Carol McIntire Editor Carroll County Commissioners discussed building improvement projects with the county’s maintenance supervisor last week, including one involving bird droppings.  Ed Eick approached the ongoing problem of pigeon droppings on the courthouse balcony.  “In 2013 when the new roofing material was put on, material was put on the balcony that was sloped to carry the droppings to the gutters. The slope isn’t sufficient to carry the amount

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Edison finances in ‘wait, see game’ due to possible sale/closure of Stratton business

Edison Local Board of Education officials said it is too soon to tell how big a hit the district will take in its coffers amid rumors surrounding the potential sale or closure of Energy Harbor’s W.H. Sammis Plant in Stratton. School board members discussed the news during the March 17 regular board session at Edison High School but said so far funding matters remain in the clear. Superintendent Bill Beattie

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Gilda L. Wilson, 93

Gilda Louise Willison, 93, of Navarre, passed away Friday, March 25, 2022, at Aultman Compassionate Care Center.   Born March 17, 1929, in Salineville, she was a daughter to William and Florence (Gross) Thompson.    Gilda graduated from Minerva High School in 1947.  She spent most of her career as a nurse’s aide. She was an avid reader, enjoyed cooking, cleaning and playing cards.  She was well known for her quick wit and

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Karen L. Brunk, 73

Karen L. Brunk, 73, of Carrollton, passed away Saturday, March 26, 2022, at Aultman Hospital in Canton.Born Feb. 6, 1949, in Canton, she was a daughter to the late Robert and Pauline Ohler Grim. During her life Karen attended the Carrollton United Methodist Church.  She loved working outside planting and doing yard work, as well as sitting on the front porch swing of her home while enjoying the surroundings. One of her favorite

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Around the county…

Mondays – Lunch 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. by donation at the Warren Twp. Community Center on SR 212 in New Cumberland. Includes many sides, dessert and a drink. Plus, The Loft Resale Shop is open 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.    Tuesdays – Carrollton Rotary Club meets at St. John’s Villa at noon.  March 30 – Free Community Blessings drive thru Dinner at Perry Twp. Hall 5-7 p.m. Sponsored by

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Gnadenhutten man accepts plea deal in dog, cat abuse case

Eddy Lee Starnes, III of Gnadenhutten was sentenced to three years of community control sanctions and ordered to complete a four-to-six-month program at the Eastern Ohio Corrections Center (EOCC) after pleading guilty to nine felony counts involving the care of companion animals (dogs and cats).  Starnes, 27 was found guilty of nine counts of Prohibitions Concerning Companion Animals (all fifth-degree felonies) March 1 after he withdrew not guilty pleas and

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Connie M. Tolson, 86

Connie M. Tolson, 86, died Monday, March 28, 2022, at Blossom Nursing and Rehab. Born Sept. 24, 1935, in Salem, she was the daughter of Howard S. and Hazel (Burt) Gillett. Connie was a 1953 graduate of Salem High School. She was a medical receptionist at Bacon Cibula Clinic and Dr. John Madison. Connie enjoyed reading, traveling, bowling, playing softball, going to casinos and spending time with her family. One

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