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Billie Dawn Campbell, 60, of Kent, passed away on Monday, Oct. 2, 2023 at Lakeside Campground in Berlin Center, Ohio after a brief illness. A daughter of Bill (Shirley) Campbell and Marcella (Bill) Myers, she was born on March 3, 1963, in Canton, Ohio. Billie Dawn had a fiery spirit and always put family first. She stood by her values and wasn’t afraid to put someone in their place. She
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Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate General Code, Sec. 11681 Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26 CASE NUMBER 2022CVE30010 The State of Ohio, Carroll County. MYCUMORTGAGE , LLC. Plaintiff vs BRANDON F. MORROW, ET.AL Defendant In pursuance of an Order of Sale in the above-entitled Action, this property will be offered for sale by RealAuction at https://carroll.sheriffsaleauction.ohio.gov, on Tuesday, the 3st October, 2023, at 10:00 o’clock A.M. If the property does not receive a sufficient bid,
Students in Seth Halfihill’s environmental science class at Carrollton High School stepped outside the classroom last week to learn about nature. The students planted nine trees and three shrubs on the school campus as part of a project to plant an arboretum at the school. Outdoor Educator Kay Russell said funds for the project come from donations made by the public to plant trees and the district’s general fund. Russell
By Dan Ries Sports Reporter The Carrollton Warriors volleyball team hosted the Minerva Lions for a senior night game Sept. 28. The Lady Warriors owned the night, winning in four sets 22-25, 25-17, 25-21, 25-16. Carrollton jumped out to an early lead at 6-3, stretching the lead to 17-11 before the Lions mounted a comeback, tying the score at 18. The game would be tied three more times before Minerva
Carrollton fell to West Branch 8-0 in a battle of the Warriors Sept. 26 at Community Field.Goalkeeper Gianna James had 23 saves for Carrollton in the Eastern Buckeye Conference contest.The Lady Warriors traveled to Sandy Valley Sept. 26 for a non-league game and came home with a 4-3 win.The match was tied 1-1 after the first half. Carrollton jumped out to a 4-1 lead with 4:49 left in the match,
The Algonquin Mill Fall Festival will celebrate its 52nd birthday on Oct. 13, 14 and 15 at the festival grounds in Petersburg. The fall foliage of the rolling Carroll County countryside provides a beautiful backdrop to the steam-powered mill and pioneer village. Festival goers will enjoy homemade foods such as apple butter, sauerkraut, cookies and bean soup. Sauerkraut, a longtime mill favorite, will be available each day, according to festival
By Dan Ries Sports Reporter The Carrollton Warriors used a ‘ground and pound offense’ to perfection Sept. 29 to beat the Eastern Buckeye Conference (EBC) favorites, the Alliance Aviators, 31-28 at Mount Union’s Kehres Stadium in Alliance. Carrollton controlled the clock for nearly 33 minutes, keeping the ball from Alliance quarterback and Oklahoma bound Brendan Zurbrugg’s hands. Alliance ran just two plays in the fourth quarter. “We’ve been doing
By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Mayor William Stoneman announced during the Sept. 25 council meeting, an investigation was conducted which determined there is no need for disciplinary action of a public employee. Prior to the Sept. 11 meeting, The Carroll County Messenger received an unsigned letter in the mail, which was addressed to the mayor and council members alleging, illegal actions on the part of a village employee. “We took these
By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Dr. Walter Scott Stine has retired after 37 years of being a physician in Carrollton and over 43 years as a physician after completing his residency in family medicine at the former Andrews Airforce Base. He is ready to enjoy the community that he has served for nearly four decades. “The best thing about life here in Carrollton is it has been a wonderful place
Dianna I. Hardesty, 63, of Carrollton passed away on Sunday Oct. 01, 2023. She was born on May 24, 1960, to the late Donald and Bessie Davisson. She married Jack D. Hardesty on Nov. 6, 1982. Dianna will be remembered for love of her family and her sense of humor. Her passion was watching her Steelers play. Dianna was a member of the Carrollton Wesley Community Church and was active
Judy Rae Wright, 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at her daughter’s home on Sept. 29, 2023. She was born in Kendallville, Indiana, on September 12, 1941, to Richard and Elaine (Bly) Williams. Judy had a zest for life and was always up for an adventure. She enjoyed traveling in her younger years, was an avid reader, and loved her Rock ‘n Roll music along with Willie Nelson. She had a
James W. Baker, 88, of Carrollton, Ohio, passed away Wednesday evening Sept. 27, 2023. He was born June 16, 1935 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and was the son of the late Herbert Brown and Dorothy “Granny” Owens Baker. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Eugene Baker, and a sister, Carolyn Tubbs. James was retired from NAPA Distribution Center in Carrollton. He is survived
Evelyn M. Baker, 98, formerly of East Rochester, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023 in the Carroll Golden Age Retreat. She was born Aug. 14, 1925, in Augusta to Ralph and Jessie (Ward) Sheckler. She was a homemaker and worked in the payroll department at the Timken Co. She is a member of the Minerva First Christian Church and the Loyal Men and Women’s Sunday School Class. She graduated from Augusta High
Art (Bud) McGuire, 84 of Mineral City passed away on Monday, Sept. 25, 2023 with his family by his side. He was born in Jeffersonville Kentucky to the late Parmer and Anna McGuire on January 16, 1939. He married the love of his life Alma L. (Elliott) McGuire on May 13, 1959 and she passed away on July 26, 2015. Bud retired as a self employed truck driver . He
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PUBLIC NOTICE The Towers, LLC proposes to build a 199-foot Monopole Communications Tower at the approx. vicinity of 9094 Citrus Road, Malvern, Carroll County, OH 44644. Public comments regarding potential effects from this site on historic properties may be submitted within 30 days from the date of this publication to: Trileaf Corp, Edward Reynolds, e.reynolds@trileaf.com, 1515 Des Peres Road, Suite 200, St. Louis, MO63131,314-997-6111. Published in The Carroll County Messenger
Officials with Wayne Saving Community Bank celebrated the opening of the new Carrollton branch with a ribbon cutting and grand opening celebration Sept. 22.The Carrollton loan production office, located at 1029 Canton Rd., Carrollton, is the newest branch and brings the number of branches to 13.The Carrollton staff includes Dawn Devine Price, market development manager; Erin Lucas, officer manager; Laura Liber, customer service representative; Shari Druckenmiller, customer service representative; and
The Ison sisters – Katie and Hannah – led the the Minerva Lions girls cross country team to a first place finish in the large school division at the Sandy Valley Invitational Sept. 23.The Lions tallied 34 points, followed by Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy 53, and Meadowbrook 106. Carrollton placed seventh (207) and Edison eighth (232), in the field of 11 teams.Katie Ison clocked a time of 19:15 to place
By Thomas ClapperCCM ReporterThe Carroll County Farm Bureau held its annual meeting and dinner on Sept. 12 at FFA Camp Muskingum where business was conducted and awards were given among a good meal and fellowship.Board of Trustees President Jim Coy welcomed all and introduced board members and special guests prior to leading the business meeting.“I would like to thank Camp Director Todd Davis and FFA Camp Muskingum as well as
Buckeye Career Center has named the September Student of the Month recipients. A local high school student was chosen for the honor for demonstrating September’s core value of Responsibility/Accountability. An Adult Education student was also named for the honor.The high school student of the month is Electrical Systems Technology senior Kail Snair. He attends BCC from Carrollton and works at Hilscher-Clarke. Snair is a nine-year member of 4H and attends
Malvern swept a young Conotton Valley team in three sets in girls volleyball action Sept. 19, but the outcome didn’t match the intensity on the court.Playing in the Malvern gym, the two teams traded points the first two sets with neither team gaining more than a couple point advantage the entire game. The Hornets came out strong in the third set, taking a 4-1 lead and never relinquished the lead
Ashlee Garner shot a 78 to lead the Carrollton Warriors Girls Golf team to the Eastern Buckeye Conference (EBC) championship at Zoar Golf course Sept. 21.The Lady linkers finished the regular season with a 15-0 record, 7-0 in the EBC. Along the way they broke several school records.At the EBC/Tri County Tournament, the Warriors placed second with a 335, but since they were the lowest EBC score, outdistancing their nearest
Meagan Rutledge was crowned 2023 Carrollton High School homecoming queen during a pre-game ceremony Sept. 22 at Community Field.She was crowned by 2022 queen Madilynn Baker.The queen is the daughter of Bert and Julie Rutledge. School activities include volleyball, three years, president of National Honor Society; member of the prom committee, Caring Helping Sharing (CHS) Club, student council and P7 Bible Study.She is also a member of the Spanish Club,
Dennie Jo Williamson, 65 of Carrollton passed away on September 18, 2023. She was born on September 25, 1957, to the late Denver and Louise Dever. DJ graduated from Carrollton High School. She worked at Carrollton Graphics for over 20 years and also had more than 10 years at Turn Cuff in Carrollton. DJ has been married to Jeff L. Williamson for the past 25 years. She will be remembered
Sister Mary Joseph (Dorothy) Eck, a member of the Sisters of Our Lady of Charity of the Good Shepherd, died peacefully on Monday, Sept. 18, 2023, at the Mercy Hospital/Cleveland Clinic in Canton, Ohio. Sr. Joseph was born in Fryburg, PA, on April 24, 1931, one of 13 children of Thomas Edward Eck and Augusta Siegel Eck. She entered the convent on April 29, 1960, professed her temporary vows in
A Carroll County grand jury indicted two area men for using fake money to purchase items in Dellroy and Malvern during a full-day session Sept. 6.According to Carroll County Prosecuting Attorney Steven D. Barnett, the grand jury heard testimony from 15 witnesses involving 14 cases. Indictments were returned in all 14 cases.TIMOTHY S. CZUCHAJ, 47, of 117 S. Reed, Malvern, and CHARLES L. STOUT, 56, of 604 N. Lisbon St.
The Carrollton Warriors girls golf team remained unbeaten in regular season matches last week, picking up five matches.The Warriors improved to 14-0 overall and 7-0 in Eastern Buckeye Conference (EBC) action as the regular season winds down and tournament play begins.The week began Sept. 11 with a home match at Carroll Meadows against Louisville, which the Lady Warriors won 180-192. Claire Hostetler carded a 36 to lead the winners. Ashlee
By Carol McIntireEditorThe fireworks expected when the unbeaten Malvern Hornets hosted the once-beaten Sandy Valley Cardinals Sept. 15 didn’t materialize.The Hornets had no answer for the high-powered Cardinal offense and the Cardinals had a successful game plan that shut down the Malvern offense. The result: a lopsided 40-7 Sandy Valley win.Cardinal Coach Brian Gamble called his team’s defensive effort, “unbelievable.”“Ben Thomas, our defensive coordinator, put together an amazing game plan,”
By Dan RiesSports ReporterAnyone arriving late to their seat Friday at Community Field likely missed the first touchdown by the Carrollton Warriors on their way to a 41-20 win over the Akron Garfield Golden Rams.After receiving the opening kickoff on their own 31-yard line, Ryan Kiko took the handoff on a second-down play through the left side of the line and to the endzone for a 69-yard touchdown. Only 21
Law enforcement officials are investigating a Sept. 11 barn fire in Lee Township.Carroll County Sheriff Calvin Graham confirmed the fire was arson but would not name a suspect.A report filed by Major Jonathan Kampfer stated a fire was started in two separate buildings on a farm at 7074 Bay Rd. A wheelbarrow filled with rags was on fire in the milking parlor. Fires were burning in two separate spots on
By Carol McIntireEditorAn “Extreme Makeover – Amsterdam style” is taking place in the small village in southern Carroll County.Thanks to donors and volunteers from near and far, the childhood home of Joy Knox and Jeanne Zinda has been transformed over the last few months.Jeanne, confined to a wheelchair since birth due to Spina Bifida, has lived in the home all her life. Her sister, Joy Knox, has been caring for
Edwin Bruce Rector, 71, of Carrollton, passed away on Friday, September 15, 2023 at the Truman House in New Philadelphia, Ohio. Born on September 18, 1951 in Steubenville, Ohio, he was the son of Edwin Odell and Marla Ruth (Stockdale) Rector. Bruce proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He enjoyed going fishing and riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. He had a fondness for animals; however, his greatest joy
Our beloved mother, Patricia Ellen Kelly unexpectedly passed away on Sept. 14, 2023 at Salem Hospital. Pattie was 71 years young. Pat was the most amazing, loving, kind hearted woman who was always there for everyone. Pat was born on Oct. 07, 1951, in Canton, Ohio to Clifford and Mildred McKarns. Pat graduated from the University of Akron with Honors with a B.A. in Social Work in 2000. Pat was
Brenda Louise Harkless, 73, of Louisville passed away on Sept. 11, 2023. She was born in Indiana, PA on March 28, 1950 to the late James and Irene Swailes. Brenda married Carl R. Harkless on June 13, 1998. Her family was her greatest source of joy where she could be found in the background admiring them. Survivors include her husband, Carl of over 25 years. Her children, Debra (Thomas) Dibble
NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Minerva Local School District Board of Education is accepting proposals from firms to replace the roof for at Minerva Middle School for its Middle School Roof Replacement Project. Interested firms may request an RFP from Gary Chaddock, Superintendent, at chaddog@minervasparcc.org or visit the Minerva Local School District webpage, at misd,sparcc.org. Proposals will be accepted until 2 p.m. local time, October 20, 2023. Published in
Haley McDonald and Nicholas J. Sutton are Carrollton High School September Students of the Month.Haley McDonald is the daughter of Jen and Jeremy McDonald of Mechanicstown. She has two sisters, Zoe and Leah, who are both in the eighth-grade.McDonald is a member of Mrs. Mach’s middle school mentors.Her hobbies include drawing, painting and reading. In the future she plans on attending Kent State University and being some sort of biologist.When
By Carol McIntireEditorA banged up, short-handed Conotton Valley Rockets team gutted it out Friday for a 20-14 Inter Valley Conference win over the Strasburg Tigers Friday at Leesville.The Rockets were playing without the services of multi-purpose player Kamden Wright and had use of Zach Putnam only on offense.“It took a lot tonight,” Coach Derek O’Hara said after celebrating the win with his team. “We kept fighting and came out on
Malvern remained among the ranks of unbeaten with a 27-21 win over the previously unbeaten Tusky Valley Trojans Sept. 9 at Zoar.Hornet quarterback Jared Witherow accounted for all four of his team’s touchdowns.The 6-foot, 4-inch junior found senior Dylan Phillips for an eight-yard touchdown to open the scoring in the first quarter. He connected with junior Rodney Smith for two second-quarter scores on passes of 23 and seven yards. He
By Carol McIntireEditor“This has been a long time coming!” Carrollton Village Administrator Mark Wells told the crowd gathered at the 5th St. Park Sept. 9.The crowd was assembled for a ribbon cutting ceremony at the new splash pad, a community project made possible by community engagement and donations.“This project was the idea of former councilman and now county commissioner Chris Modranski,” Wells added. “Chris said it would be a great
By Carol McIntireEditorBob Newell conducted his first auction in May 1943. In 2023, his family is celebrating the 80th anniversary of the business he built.“Through all those years, it’s been a family operation,” said his son, Bill, sitting in the Canton Rd. office of Newell Realty & Auctions, LLC with his sister, Bonnie Chiurco; wife, Barb; daughter Casey Brunoni; and daughter-in-law, Alyssa Newell. All are part of the business today.“Dad’s
Thelma M. Mosier of Carrollton, Ohio was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She passed away peacefully on Aug. 31, 2023, at the age of 94. She was surrounded by her loving family. Thelma was born in Carrollton, Ohio, in 1929. She was the daughter of the late Raymond and Mary Blazer and she grew up in a tight-knit community. On September 15th, 1951 Thelma married the love of her
Ernest “Ernie” P. Riley Jr., 83, of Amsterdam, passed away at home on Saturday, September 9, 2023 surrounded by his family. A son of the late Ernest P. and Edith H. Riley, he was born on June 3, 1940 in Steubenville, Ohio. Throughout his life, Ernie was an avid fisherman. He enjoyed collecting artifacts, was a diehard Cleveland Browns fan, and a member of the Amsterdam Church of God. Preceding him
Wandalee Brannon, 88, of Carrollton (Leavittsville), Ohio, passed away Saturday morning, Sept. 9, 2023, in the Community Hospice Truman House at New Philadelphia, Ohio following a brief illness. She was born Feb. 4, 1935, in Mineral City, Ohio, and was the daughter of the late Charles and Virginia (Ewing) Aston. Her husband, Raymond E. Brannon, whom she married October 11, 1953, passed away on March 3, 2017. In addition to her parents
Sabra Jo Lucas, 69, of Minerva, passed away at Alliance Community Hospital on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023. Sabra Jo was born in Canton, Ohio on March 6, 1954, to the late James S Lucas and Avona Doak Benner. Sabra Jo was a member of the First Christian Church of Minerva. She was very active in women’s events, including Secret Sisters and Women of Faith. She was also active in the home department and
In memory of Rick Grady. Rick was known by many for his witty comments. He would always catch you off guard and pull a prank when needed. In his younger years he dealt in farm equipment and always referred to himself as a big time operator! “What do you mean?”, was one of Rick’s many quotes known by many in Carroll County. His latest comment he always repeated was, “Ain’t
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS CARROLL COUNTY, OHIO PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION OF” RYDER MICHAEL CECIL MANSFIELD CASE #20235005 JUDGE SEAN R.H. SMITH NOTICE BY PUBLICATION TO TIMOTHY JAMES DICKSON You may be entitled by law to notification that a Petition for the Adoption of Ryder Michael Cecil Mansfield, d.o.b. 09-13-2016, has been filed by JESSE RAY MANBECK AND KAYLA MARIE MANBECK, seeking to adopt
The Malvern Hornets picked up the team’s first win of the season Aug. 28 at Leetonia.The Hornets won in three, 25-1, 25-18, 25-20.Olivia Brothers scored 15 points and four aces to take top scoring honors while Audrey Sikorsky (10) Haley Wilkinson (9) led the team in kills. Assist leaders: Abby Moody (18), and Brothers (14) combined for 32 assists while Zion Watson earned top defensive honors with 10 receptions and
Minerva swept the team awards at the East Canton – Lee Sternberg XC Invitational that closed out the month of August.The Lady Lions captured second through six places in the large school division, led by junior Katie Ison in second with a time of 20:36. Junior Annabelle Crissman followed in third (20:37), freshman Makenzie Beavers, fourth (20:41), junior Hannah Ison, fifth (20:42) and sophomore Gabby Lupshu, sixth (20:51). Junior Kayla
