Author: Thomas Clapper

Classifieds

Don’t take a chance on having to pay a $10 parking ticket in the village of Carrollton! Lease a space in a private lot, close to  the Courthouse and Public Square for a reasonable monthly rate!   Call 330-691-0118  or 330-805-7642. Top prices paid for clean pre-owned guns, rifles, handguns and Thompson center muzzleloaders, estate purchases also. RUNZO’S Outdoor Sports on the strip St. Rt. 62 in Beloit  330-537-2137.  Check Us Out on FB. Standing Timber

Read More »

Legal Notices

LEGAL NOTICE In the Matter of: Braidyn J. E. Greathouse JOHN DOE, Unknown Father of BRAIDYN J. E. GREATHOUSE whose current residence is unknown, will take notice that in Case No. 20244029 Petition for Custody has been filed by Attorney Kelley Broadwater representing Gary J. Greathouse. JOHN DOE, will take notice that he is required to answer this Petition within twenty-eight (28) days after publication of this notice. This matter

Read More »

Buckeye Career Center breaks ground on new medical addition

Buckeye Career Center (BCC) has officially broken ground on its $6 million medical facility addition. The ceremonial groundbreaking was held  at Buckeye Career Center. BCC was awarded a $2.85 million grant, in 2023, from the State of Ohio Facilities Construction Commission’s Career Technical Construction Program to assist with funding the project. The new 11,015 square feet, state-of-the-art healthcare learning center will be located on the west side of the current building. 

Read More »

Lady Lions claim Division II state cross country championship

By Carol McIntire Editor Minerva won its second consecutive Division II girls championship and its third in four years Saturday at the Ohio High School Athletic Association Cross Country State Championships. The Lady Lions stood atop the podium in 2021, 2023 and again in 2024 in front of a large crowd at Fortress Obetz near Columbus, the site for the championships the last few years. Minerva tallied 100 points to

Read More »

Hornets hold off Lucas, advance to second round

By Carol McIntire Editor Malvern quarterback Jared Witherow threw for 347 yards and six touchdowns as the Hornets held off the Lucas Cubs at home 40-26  in the first round of the Division VII football playoffs Friday.  The Hornets came into the game as the No. 3 seed in Region 25 and the Lucas Cubs as the No. 11 seed. Malvern (10-1) will now host Lowellville (7-4) in a regional quarterfinal

Read More »

Don’s Custom Meats named ‘Ally to ODNR’

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Don’s Custom Meats was awarded a plaque and recognized as an Excellent Processor and ally to the Ohio Division of Wildlife on Oct. 23.  Carroll County Game Warden Scott Cartwright and other officials including former Carroll County Game Warden Dan Shroyer met Don Pontones’ son, Don Jr. and wife, Kathy, at Don’s Custom Meats to present the award.  “Don’s Custom Meats is outstanding to work

Read More »

Speedway crowd serves as backdrop for Saved by the Belt presentations

By Carol McIntire Editor A Carroll County woman was one of two persons who recently received Saved by the Belt license plates and certificates from the New Philadelphia Post of the Ohio StateHighway Patrol in front of racing fans at Midvale Speedway. Oliviaa Hull, 19, of Carroll County was involved in a vehicle crash Aug. 12 on SR 171 with rather unique circumstances, according to Lt. Johnnie H. Maier of

Read More »

Parker fills council seat

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Carrollton Council discussed the potential political signs lawsuit presented at the last meeting and approved a new councilman at its Oct. 28 meeting.  Council received three letters of interest from village residents for consideration to replace former councilman Corey Yeager who stepped down due to health reasons.  After an eight-minute executive session, Travis Parker was voted in fill the vacant seat. Parker, who was not

Read More »

Deborah R Campbell, 73

Deborah R Campbell, 73, Debbie passed away unexpectedly while taking her dream bucket list trip to Graceland. Big Deb, as her grandsons called her, lived life to the fullest even to the end and wasn’t afraid to show her emotion. Debbie is survived by her husband of 55 years of marriage, David Campbell; son Rob and Norma Campbell of Carrollton; daughter Ellen Campbell of Alliance; grandsons Jarrett (Mika Koenig) and

Read More »

James Lee “Jimmy” Brittain, 60

James Lee “Jimmy” Brittain, 60, a resident of St. John’s Villa in Carrollton since July, 2021, died early Sunday morning, Nov. 3, 2024. He was born July 31, 1964 in Cleveland, Ohio, and was the son of Beverly June Franks of Carrollton and the late Harlan Edward Brittain.  In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a sister, Michelle Brittain. He was a 1984 graduate of Perry High

Read More »

Joyce R. Erwin, 91

Joyce R. Erwin, 91, of Scio passed away suddenly Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024, at Mercy Medical Center, Canton, Ohio.    Born January 25, 1933, in Canton, she was a daughter of the late Vandyke Cooper and Mildred Green Cooper. She graduated from Perrysville High School in 1951 and worked for 20 years as a handle finisher at the former Scio Pottery, retiring in 1986. Then she and her husband Jim moved

Read More »

Carol VanMeter, 74

Carol VanMeter, 74, passed away Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024.  Carol was born on July 3, 1950, in Canton, OH to the late Angel and Patty Menendez. Carol attended school in Louisville, graduating from Louisville High School in 1968.  She lived most of her adult life in Malvern where she was a Secretary for the Louisville Fire Department. Carol was also active in the Girl Scouts as Neighborhood Council Chair of

Read More »

Marian Abel, 88

Marian Abel, 88, of Carrollton, passed away Tuesday morning Oct. 29, 2024, at the Carroll Golden Age Retreat in Carrollton. A daughter of the late Frank and Myrtle White Shepherd, she was born June 8, 1936 in Bergholz, Ohio. Marian was a member of the Carrollton First Presbyterian Church.  She is survived by her son, Mike (Becky) Abel; two grandchildren, Duane (Coral) Abel and Amanda Haun; four great grandchildren, Zack,

Read More »

Justin Casey Lemley

Justin C. Lemley went home to heaven on Oct. 25, 2024, at 11:49 p.m. surrounded by his family. He was here for a short time, but touched his surviving family members in a remarkable way. Survivors include his parents, Angel and Justin Lemley; grandparents Rusty and Melissa Lemley and Karen and Bob Uhl; great-grandma, Diana Thomas; uncle, Jacob Lemley; and many aunts and uncles and great aunts and great uncles.

Read More »

Roofing project pulled for separate bidding, contractor approved

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Commissioners discussed building and grounds maintenance at its Oct. 21 and Oct. 24 meetings. Commissioner Donald Leggett II and Building and Maintenance Supervisor Ed Eick explained to the board they have been checking out roofing estimates for the annex building. “Through the architect Habenstab there were too many discrepancies and I believe this is why there were no bids,” said Eick. “Some companies told me

Read More »

Runners qualify for state’s top cross county race

Minerva will send its defending girls Division II state championship team back to Fortress Obetz for the state’s top cross country race this Saturday.  Joining the Lady Lions will be individual qualifiers from Carrollton, Sandy Valley and the Minerva boys team. All qualified at the regional meet Oct. 26 at Pickerington North High School. The top six teams and the top 24 individuals in each race advanced to the state

Read More »

Grafton man shares rare tractor with Antique Show visitors

By Carol McIntire Editor  Mel Hale of Grafton drove nearly two hours to share his rare Allis-Chalmers IB tractor with visitors at the Carroll County Antique Collectors Club show Oct. 18-20 at the Carroll County Fairgrounds.  Hale said he saw an ad in an antique show magazine for the Carroll County show stating the Allis-Chalmer was to be the featured tractor.  “You rarely see an IB anywhere, so I thought

Read More »

Conotton board approves $2.2 million settlement over Rocket Center construction

By Jacquie Humphrey CCM Correspondent Conotton Valley school board members approved a settlement in a lawsuit involving the construction of the Rocket Center. During the October school board meeting, Superintendent John Zucal said he was notified late in the day Friday preceding the Oct. 17 meeting an agreement of $2.2 million was offered from VendRick and Holabird & Root in the lawsuit, which dates to November 2022. Zucal apologized to

Read More »

Voters expected to turn out in large numbers

CCM Staff Report With the Nov. 5 general election less than a week away, Carroll County Board of Elections officials are gearing up for a large turnout on election day. “We are anticipating a 75-80 percent voter turnout,” noted Director Cheri Whipkey. “As of Oct. 24, we were a little over 100 voters down from what we were in 2020 but, without COVID we are about where we usually are

Read More »

Pauline Phyllis Borland, 87

Pauline Phyllis Borland, 87, of East Rochester passed away peacefully Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 in her home surrounded by her loving family.   She was born Oct. 7, 1937, in Unionport to Hoy and Gayle (Kennedy) Whipkey Sr.  She worked at Minerva Eldercare Center for 12 years and Green Line Trucking.  She graduated from Carrollton High School in 1955. Pauline was a very loving and thoughtful wife, mother and grandmother. She had a

Read More »

Donald Eugene Brewer, 90

Donald Eugene Brewer, 90, of Minerva, passed away at Aultman Compassionate Care Center on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024.   Donald was born in Wheeling, West Virginia on Dec. 13, 1933, to James A and Harriet (Bishop) Brewer. Donald dedicated much of his life to hard work and service. He was a respected machine operator at Minerva Wax Paper, where he committed many years of diligent work, earning the respect and admiration

Read More »

Penny Sue Shank, 66

Penny Sue Shank, 66, of Malvern, passed away unexpectantly at Aultman Health Foundation on Thursday, October 24, 2024.  Penny was born in Grayling, Michigan on June 9, 1958, to Alvin and Helen (Denno) Brown. Throughout her career, Penny held a position in Quality Control at DLH Industries, where she was known for her commitment to excellence and attention to detail. Later, she ventured into entrepreneurship as the owner of P&R

Read More »

Legal Notice

The Board of Commissioners of Carroll County, Ohio Is requesting Statements of Qualifications for Engineering Services for planning, design, and construction phase services for the Carroll County Environmental Services Wastewater Lift Stations Replacement & Upgrades. Statement of Qualifications must be received no later than  3:00 p.m., local time, on November 15, 2024 at the office of the Board of Commissioners of Carroll County, Ohio. A copy of the RFQ document can

Read More »

Donna Mae (German) Westfall, 91

Donna Mae (German) Westfall, 91, of Carrollton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024.  Born May 3, 1933 on the family farm near Dellroy, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Okey and Mary Ann (Shotwell) German. Along with being a mother and homemaker, Donna Mae was employed by TRW/PCC Airfoils for more than 30 years until her retirement in 1994. She enjoyed flowers and working in her

Read More »

Mary Anna (Bower) Cotter, 90

Mary Anna (Bower) Cotter, 90, of Bowerston, Ohio, passed away peacefully early Wednesday morning, Oct. 23, 2024 in the Ohio’s Hospice Truman House at New Philadelphia.  She was born March 23, 1934, in Conotton, Ohio, and was the daughter of  the late Herbert and Nina (Kirkendall) Bower.  Mary Anna was a proud graduate of Conotton Valley High School, Class of 1952, where she excelled as an honor student and was

Read More »

Randy D. Pittis, 72

Randy D. Pittis, born April 29, 1952 in Canton, Ohio, 72 years old from Minerva, Ohio, passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024 at Aultman Hospital with his loving family by his side: his wife, Helene Pittis, and his daughters: Marjory Pittis, Stacey (Ronnie) Jones, and Sarah (Joe) Ramnytz.  Also by his side were his devoted grandchildren Sydney, Katelynn, Maria, Morgan and Travis. A special thank you to Brett and Cheryl

Read More »

Thomas Riggs, 82

Thomas Riggs, 82, of Kensington, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital in Canton. A son of the late Wilfred and Helen Eileen Johnson Riggs, he was born December 18, 1942 in Kentucky. Thomas was a veteran of the United States Navy serving during the Vietnam War. During his life he was an avid horseman and farrier, he also enjoyed spending time hunting and participating

Read More »

Pamela Lynn “Sam” Polen, 69

Pamela Lynn “Sam” Polen, 69, of Malvern, passed away on October 20, 2024, at Aultman Hospital, after a respiratory illness.   Born on August 17, 1955 in Canton, Ohio, she was the daughter of Nancy Jane (Ledbetter) Polen and the late William Edward “Bill” Polen, of Carrollton.  In addition to her mother, she is survived by her son, Jacob Richard Bender, her grandchildren Braxton, Arianna, and Harper Bender, her sister Marjorie

Read More »

Leslie G. Willison, 73

Leslie G. Willison, 73, of Minerva passed away Monday, Oct. 21, 2024 in Aultman Hospital.   He was born Aug. 9, 1951 in Canton to the late Leo and June (Creager) Willison. He worked for many years for PCC Airfoils in Minerva and had also drove a cement truck for Petros’ Brothers Cement in Minerva.  He graduated from Minerva High School in 1969.  Les loved to help kids when he could. He is

Read More »

Classifieds

Don’t want to pay  a $10 parking ticket in the village of Carrollton? Lease a space in a private lot close to  the Courthouse and Public Square.  Reasonable rates.  Call 330-691-0118  or 330-805-7642. Top prices paid for clean pre-owned guns, rifles, handguns and Thompson center muzzleloaders, estate purchases also. RUNZO’S Outdoor Sports on the strip St. Rt. 62 in Beloit  330-537-2137.  Check Us Out on FB. Standing Timber & Walnut Trees. CALL Carroll County Logging 330-738-2050  or 440-897-0863

Read More »

Legal Notices

LEGAL NOTICE In the Matter of: Annabelle Clutter and Taleah Carpenter JOHN DOE, Unknown Father of Taleah Carpenter, ARIEL CARPENTER, mother of Taleah Carpenter and Annabelle Clutter and JASON CLUTTER, father of ANNABELLE CLUTTER whose current residences are unknown, will take notice that in Case Nos. 20213020 and 20213021, a Motion to Transfer Custody of Minor Children from Sharon Whitman to Brianna Hickman, has been filed by Attorney Herbert J.

Read More »

Crowds flock to Algonquin Mill Festival; art show winners named

The curtain closed on the 53rd annual Algonquin Mill Fall Festival Oct. 13 after three days of picture-perfect weather. Jennifer Cramer, president of the Carroll County Historical Society, sponsors of the event, noted opening day (Friday) started out with 33-degree temperatures “in the valley.”  “We had a thunderstorm roll through Sunday morning,” she said. However, the picture-perfect weather drew a large crowd Saturday. “We had 20,000-plus visitors come out to

Read More »

Mylie Galigher named student of the month

Buckeye Career Center has named the October Student of the Month recipients. Conotton Valley senior Mylie Galigher was chosen for the honor for demonstrating October’s core value of Communication.  Galigher is going for Exercise Science and Sports Medicine. She is active in volleyball, softball, cheerleading, bowling, the CV Wish Squad,and the National Honor Society. She also volunteers for the Conotton Valley biddy sports programs and works at the Atwood Dari

Read More »

Hornets top TCC, look to clinch outright IVC North title Friday

CCM Staff Report Malvern clinched at least a share of the Inter Valley Conference North title Saturday when the Hornets knocked off  Tuscarawas Central Catholic 41-0 in New Philadelphia. The Hornets will be looking for their fifth straight conference title this Friday when they travel to East Canton to face the Hornets.  Saturday’s game afforded Malvern Coach Matt Chiurco and his staff the opportunity to provide playing time to many different

Read More »

Mistakes costly in 33-6 loss to West Branch

By Dan Ries Sports Reporter A disastrous first quarter by the Carrollton Warriors was all the West Branch Warriors needed to defeat Carrollton 33-6 at Community Field Nov. 18.  West Branch has won 25 straight Eastern Buckeye Conference (EBC) matchups. The team’s last loss in the EBC was a 30-20 loss to Minerva in 2019. Fumbles and big plays gave West Branch a 20-0 first quarter lead.  The game didn’t

Read More »

Newbolds say communication is key to a long marriage

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter October is a big month for Edith and Jay Newbold, who share a remarkable 77 years of marriage as well as 96 and soon to be 97 years of life.  Edith was born on Sept. 23, 1928 and Jay was born Oct. 25, 1927. They were married on Oct. 18, 1947 in Maysville, Kentucky. They have five children including four boys, Jim, Lee, Tom and

Read More »

Local Trick or Treat events

Trick-or-Treat events *Carrollton: Oct. 31, 5-7 p.m. *Malvern: Oct. 31, 5-6:30 p.m. *Sherrodsville: Oct. 31, 6-7:30 p.m. *Dellroy: Oct. 31, 5:30-7 p.m. *Minerva: Oct. 31, 4:30-6:30 p.m. *Leesville:  Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.  *Amsterdam: Nov. 2, 3-6 p.m. for the village. Amsterdam Community Church of God Trunk or Treat is set for 4-6 p.m.Participating residents  should turn their porch light on. COMMUNITY EVENTS *Perrysville: Community Halloween Party Oct. 26, 6:30-8 p.m. at Perry Township

Read More »

Group claims village’s political sign ordinance violates First Amendment

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Carrollton officials are reviewing a village ordinance after receiving an email letter from Associate Council Nathan Moelker of the American Center for Law & Justice informing the village its political signs ordinance is a violation of First Amendment rights and stating, “there could be legal action.”  The document states the American Center for Law & Justice represents Denise and Kerry Green, residents of Carrollton, regarding

Read More »

Edith Louise Stoneman, 90

Edith Louise Stoneman, 90, of Carrollton, passed away Friday, Oct. 18, 2024 at Belle’s House in Carrollton, surrounded by her three beloved sons.  Born on March 7, 1934, in Short Creek Township in Harrison County, Ohio to the late William and Mollie (Bradley) Watkins, Edith graduated from Carrollton High School in 1952 and married the late Jay Stoneman in 1953. Edith retired after 25 years of service from Carrollton Exempted

Read More »

Jack Earnest Polen, 86

Jack Earnest Polen, 86, of Malvern passed away at Woodlawn Compassionate Care in Canton Ohio on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024.   Jack was born in Salineville, Ohio on April 3, 1938, to Clyde and Hazel (Frazier) Polen. A dedicated professional, Jack spent his career contributing to the industry at TRW and PCC Airfoils, where he was a respected colleague and friend. After his retirement, Jack became a marketing specialist for Polen Meats.

Read More »

Beverly Ann Tucci, 79

Beverly Ann Tucci passed away in her home on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024 after a two year fight against adrenal cancer.   Bev was born on March 21, 1945 to Kenneth and Dorothy (Williams) Currie who preceded her in death. She married Bill Tucci on July 27, 1962 and raised her family in Malvern, a place she truly loved. She retired as a manager at Consumer’s National Bank in Waynesburg and

Read More »

Linda Lee (Tope) Trent, 62

Linda Lee (Tope) Trent, 62, of New Philadelphia, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024, at the Truman Hospice House.  She was born March 20, 1962, in Columbus, Ohio to the late Raymond S. and Virginia E. (Rowe) Tope.  Linda is survived by her sisters, Pat (Cliff) Calvert and Nancy (Rich) Rilke; brother, Bob Tope; seven nieces and nephews; and eleven great nieces and nephews. Along with her parents she was

Read More »

Trudy Lucas, 90

Trudy Lucas, 90, of Carrollton, passed away Friday morning October 18, 2024 at the Carroll Golden Age Retreat in Carrollton. A daughter of the late James W. And Melliscent E. Shugar Bartlett, she was born July 6, 1934 in Canton, Ohio. Trudy worked for over 25 years at Carrollton Schools as an office secretary. She was a member of the Carrollton Church of Christ Christian Disciples and was a life

Read More »

Legal Notice

NOTICE TO BIDDERS SEALED PROPOSALS WILL BE RECEIVED BY: Board of Commissioners of Carroll County, Ohio 119 S. Lisbon Street, Suite 201 Carrollton, OH 44615 FOR THE FOLLOWING PROJECT: WPCLF/HSTS Project 2024-07 Sealed bids for the WPCLF/HSTS Project 2024-07 will be received by the Board of Commissioners of Carroll County, Ohio, at their office in the Courthouse, 119 S. Lisbon Street, Suite 201, Carrollton, Ohio 44615, until 9:00 a.m. Local

Read More »

Pleasant Grove Chapel to host Journey production

The 17th annual Journey production is set to take place Oct. 20 at 3 p.m. at Pleasant Grove Chapel. The eye-witness account will be held on the wooded grounds of the chapel and features several full-size structures called lampposts. Some include: the stable in Bethlehem, abandoned fishing boats, the upper room, the garden of Gethsemane, the empty tomb and more. Based on the passage from Psalm 119:105, “Your word is a lamp

Read More »

County Republicans push early voting at fall dinner

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter The Carroll County Republican Party held its 2024 Fall Dinner at the Diamond Lake Event Barn in Scio Oct. 10.  The message for the evening was clear, encouraging early voting and a No vote on Issue 1.  The evening featured guest keynote speaker National Military and Mother of the Year Brook Harless and a special surprise visit from Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose.  Carroll

Read More »

Mustache statue fittingly pays tribute to former Minerva mayor

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter A large mustache sculpture honoring longtime Minerva Mayor Jim Waller was dedicated with his family in Waller’s memory on Oct. 11.  The sculpture was funded by Minerva Arts Council, the village of Minerva, Village Councilman Nathan Meadows, Greg and Cathy Horn and Phil and Emily Turske. It was conceptualized by Nathan Meadows and created by artist David McDowell. Meadows kicked off the dedication and unveiling

Read More »

Kay L. Simmons, 66

Kay L. Simmons, 66, died Thursday, October 10, 2024, at her home near Amsterdam.     Born July 7, 1958, in Alliance, she was a daughter of the late Vernon Henderson and Marian Henderson Roof, and her beloved stepfather Charles Roof.  Kay cleaned homes in the Carrollton area and at Ohio CAT in Cadiz for many years. She enjoyed hunting rabbits and deer, and was proud to have shot an eleven-point

Read More »

Classifieds

Top prices paid for clean pre-owned guns, rifles, handguns and Thompson center muzzleloaders, estate purchases also. RUNZO’S Outdoor Sports on the strip St. Rt. 62 in Beloit  330-537-2137.  Check Us Out on FB. Standing Timber & Walnut Trees. CALL Carroll County Logging 330-738-2050  or 440-897-0863 Local and 25 Years Experience! FALL Clearance – Save on all mattress sets – all sizes! Bedroom – chest and MORE!  Gordon’s Furniture – Financing available Check Us Out

Read More »
Skip to content