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Sallie R. Curry, 86, of Amsterdam, passed away April 1, 2023, in Mercy Medical Center in Canton.Born Feb. 14, 1937, in Dublin, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Elizabeth Ricketts.Sallie was a member of the Amsterdam United Methodist Church where she was a part of the United Methodist Women’s Group. For many years Sallie ran the Amsterdam Lending Library and their summer program and assisted with the
Clyde G. Campbell, 83, of Carrollton passed away on Wednesday March 29, 2023. He was born on Dec. 05, 1939, in Martins Ferry Ohio to the late William and Mary Campbell. At three years old his family moved to Carrollton. Clyde graduated from Carrollton High School in 1957. He enlisted in the Army where he was a Specialist 5th Class 31 Sgt. Aviation Infantry and served in Germany. Clyde worked
David Snively passed away unexpectedly on March 23, 2023 at the age of 87 in his easy chair surrounded by his many treasured collections. He looked forward to meeting his Creator in heaven where we know he will be surrounded by many loved ones. David was born in rural Carroll County, Ohio, where he graduated from Carrollton High School. After graduation he spent a couple of years in the Army
Gionino’s Pizzeria recently opened in Carrollton with local owners, Carrollton graduate Heather Wiseman, and her husband, Aaron.“Gionino’s Pizzeria corporate actually came to us in 2021 and asked if we would be interested in opening another pizza shop in Carrollton,” said Heather Wiseman, co-owner. Heather and Aaron also own the Plain Township-North Canton location.“They knew we were wanting to open a new shop and they knew I graduated here in Carrollton.”Aaron
Work or live in the village of Carrollton and tired of parking on the street or paying a parking meter? Offstreet parking is available in downtown Carrollton. Paved lot. Close to 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
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Mayor Mara Malterer, Village of Leesville, is requesting Statements of qualifications (see our full advertisement on the Village Facebook page): As required by Ohio Revised Code 153.65-71, responding firms will be evaluated and ranked in order of their qualifications. Following this evaluation, the Village of Leesville will enter into contract negotiations with the most highly qualified firm. Published in The Carroll County Messenger on March 29, 2023,
Makenzie Burgett and Cadyn Smith were named Carrollton High School March Students of the month.Makenzie Burgett is the daughter of Amy and Bryan Burgett of Carrollton. She has two brothers, and two sisters. Kailey and Luke Cosart and Maddie and Hayden Burgett. Maddie is Makenzie’s twin and Hayden is a sophomore in college.She is involved in Youth to Youth, middle school mentoring, National Honor Society, cross country, track and field
Longtime girls volleyball coach Sue Incerpi is leading the formation of a boys volleyball team at Carrollton High School.The board of education approved the establishment of a team last fall after the Ohio High School Athletic Association added boys volleyball and girls wresting as sanctioned sports.“I am super excited to have been given the opportunity to begin a boys volleyball program at CHS,” Incerpi said. “Volleyball has been such a
Carrollton Boy Scout Troop 141 and Cub Scout Pack have a found a new Chartered Organization with the VFW Post 3301 on Chase Rd.VFW Commander, Greg Brady, and Jim Newbold, quartermaster, helped to make a smooth transfer while working with Scoutmaster, Shaun Paul.The VFW Officers and committee members have been very gracious in allowing the troop to use their facilities. Many of the VFW officers and members are past scouts,
By Carol McIntireEditorA lack of potential jurors caused the rape trial of a former Carroll County man to be postponed for a second time.The trial of Corey S. Stamm, 32, who formerly resided on Waynesburg Rd. and now of Canton, was originally scheduled to begin Jan. 9. That trial was postponed and scheduled to begin March 20 in Carroll County Common Pleas Court.However, the trial was again postponed with attorneys
The Carrollton High School (CHS) Alumni Association recently released the names of four CHS graduates selected for induction into the Distiuished Alumni Hall of Fame.Those selected for induction include:Duane Abel, class of 1998; Dr. James Hogsed, class of 1963; Charles “Chuck” Johnston, class of 1969 (inducted postumously) and William “Bill”Newell, class of 1980.The banquet and induction ceremony are scheduled May 12 at 6 p.m. in the commons area at Carrollton High
By Thomas ClapperReporterOwning a business like Deli On The Square has been a goal of owner Laura Byler for years.“I was going to open a food truck eventually,” said Byler. “Then one day Donna Saur of Donna’s Deli said, ‘Why don’t you just buy this place,’ and that is how I have Deli on the Square.”Byler, of Mechanicstown, worked at Donna’s Deli for five years and had an in-home bakery
With a passionate desire to share and tell the miraculous story of Easter, the congregation of Christ Community Church in Dellroy is preparing three very special Holy Week services.Following the last week of Jesus’ life here on earth, it will share the story through acting, singing, dancing, lighting, sound effects and powerful narration.PALM SUNDAY (April 2, at 10 a.m.). With great celebration, Jesus triumphantly rides into Jerusalem on the back
Offstreet parking available in downtown Carrollton. Paved lot. Close to 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 Local and 25 Years Experience!
Minerva National Honor Society inducted 22 juniors and one senior during a March 1 ceremony.The tapping ceremony consisted of the presentation of the National Honor Society pin, card and key during an impressive candlelight ceremony.The newly elected senior is: Aaron Honeycutt, son of Beau and Chrisana Welden.Newly elected juniors are: Maxx Burgess, son of Jeffrey and BarbaraBurgess; Kahlen Burns, daughter of Dennis and Jennifer Burns; Julia Costea, daughter of Brian
By Jan H. KennedyThere were no appearances on Dick Clark’s “American Bandstand.”We didn’t buy pink Cadillacs for our mothers like Elvis did and no company paid us outrageous money to wear their tennis shoes. That was not what fate had in store for the Del-Royals.Who were the Del-Royals?Many of you reading this remember us. We were three lads from Dellroy who briefly chased musical fame in 1959: Sonny Tanner, Eddie
Patricia A. Pothorski, 65, of Carrollton, passed away on March 18, 2023. She was born in Canton, Ohio on April 29, 1957 to the late Pearle and George Pothorski. She graduated from Columbus School for the Deaf. Patti is survived by her sister, Barbara Hartman of Stow; and brother, Ron (Beverly) Pothorski of Bolivar; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Bob
Nancy Marie Hazen, age 82 of Minerva, passed away at Arbors at Minerva on Saturday, March 18, 2023. Nancy was born in Canton, Ohio on July 1, 1940 to Harry M Sr. and Nola N (McCullers) Brock. Nancy enjoyed gardening and loved to farm. She enjoyed watching nature and playing bingo. She especially enjoyed spending time with the grandchildren and great-grandchildren and attending all of their sporting events. Nancy is
Patti L. Slunt, 67, of Harlem Springs, passed away Sunday morning March 19, 2023 in her home. A daughter of the late Walter and Mary Myers Hunt, she was born August 11, 1955 in Canton, Ohio. For 45 years Patti was employed at the NAPA Distribution Center in Carrollton. She was a member of the McCook Bowling League where she was in the Hall of Fame and had served as
Thelma R. Cassidy, 99, of Carrollton, passed away on Friday, March 17, 2023 in her home. Born on January 6, 1924 in Elizabethton, Tennessee, she was a daughter of the late George W. and Hazel N. (Bunton) Greer. Throughout her life, Thelma enjoyed traveling, taking photographs, and playing the piano. Thelma is survived by her daughter, Julie (Daniel) Morsheiser; daughter-in-law, Mary Ann Dugger; seven grandchildren, Taylor Imes, Jordan Morsheiser, Dalton
Linda Kay Anderson, 73, of Amsterdam, died unexpectedly of a heart attack Thursday, March 16, 2023. Linda was born in East Cleveland on Jan. 13, 1950. A graduate of Mount Union College, she made her home in the Ohio Valley after receiving a teaching job at John Gregg Elementary in Bergholz. There she met Thomas Anderson and they were married in 1972. She was an educator in the Edison Local
Kenneth Stinchcomb, 92, of Carrollton, Ohio passed away on March 13, 2023 surrounded by his family and loved ones. Kenneth grew up in East Canton, Ohio. He resided in Carrollton for the past 39 years with his wife, Carol, a town they loved and never left. He was a Sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps and fought in the Korean War. He was Chief of police for Nimishillen Township for
Kenneth Ohler, 70, of Carrollton, passed way unexpectedly in his home Tuesday afternoon March 14, 2023. A son of the late J. Kenneth and Bernice Cocher Ohler, he was born September 30, 1952 in Canton, Ohio. Kenneth was an avid outdoorsman who loved spending his time fishing and hunting. Before retirement he served Carroll County for twenty-five years as Dog Warden. He is survived by his wife, the former Margie
Richard Roudebush, 92, of Harlem Springs, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, March 12, 2023 at the Golden Age Retreat. He was born January 13, 1931 in Washington Township in Carroll County to Arthur and Marie Roudebush at their home. Richard graduated from Carrollton High School in 1949. He married the love of his life of almost 70 years, Vera Noble on July 19,
By Carol McIntireEditorA woman sentenced in Carroll County Municipal Court last year for starving horses now has a statewide warrant issued for her arrest.Diane Silbaugh, 69, who listed a Carrollton-area campground as her residence, was released from the county jail Dec. 4, 2022, after completing four 90-day consecutive jail sentences. Silbaugh was given credit for 36 days served following her arrest Feb. 24, 2022, leaving her with 236 days in
LEGAL NOTICE Defendant Russell Williams, whose last known address was 5255 Fresno Rd. NW, Dellroy, Ohio 44620, will take notice that on October 25, 2022 Plaintiff Johnny R. Zimmerman filed a complaint in the Court of Common Pleas of Carroll County, Ohio, 119 S. Lisbon Street, Suite 400, P.O. Box 367, Carrollton, OH 44615, Case No. 2022CVE30130, alleging that Plaintiff is entitled to foreclose upon its rights on a land
By Carol McIntireEditorMinerva senior Alaina Jackson capped off her high school wrestling career with a fourth state championship at the inaugural Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) girls wrestling state championship March 10-12 in the Jerome Schottenstein Center.Jackson won three Ohio High School Wresting Coaches Association (OHSWCA) championships and garnered her fourth (and first in OHSAA-sanctioned competition) in front of a packed house in Columbus Sunday night.OHSAA sanctioned the sport
By Carol McIntireEditorThe closing of D&D TV and Appliance at the end of 2022 left a void in the local community when it came to the purchase and repair of appliances.The void was filled this week with the opening of Grove Appliance TV Furniture & Mattress in the Drug Mart Plaza at the north edge of Carrollton.The opening of the new store didn’t come by accident.Grove has been a staple
By Thomas ClapperReporterMalvern Council declared Great Trail Fire District (GTFD) in violation of the lease agreement for the North Station at the March 6 meeting.As a result, the village can take the building back, it was determined at the meeting.“The lease was for 25 years and was signed in 2011 to begin in Jan. 2012,” said Village Administrator Derik Kaltenbaugh. “But the GTFD was to pay a dollar a year
By Thomas ClapperReporterCarroll County Commissioners held an Emergency Services Appreciation Day ceremony at its March 6 meeting. Honored was Emergency Medical Dispatcher, Brittney Gifford.Commissioner Robert Wirkner thanked all county emergency services personnel. He advised that the emergency services personnel are charged with saving lives and protecting property every day of the year, and they can never be adequately compensated or sufficiently recognized for the sacrifices made for our communities.Wirkner said
Brandi Danae (Wilson) Phillips of Carrollton, Ohio went home to be with Jesus peacefully on Sunday, March 5, 2023, surrounded by her loving family after a short yet courageous battle with cancer. Born to Bridget Cross and loved dearly by Lee Cross on Jan. 22, 1976, Brandi is now reunited with not only Lee but also her grandparents, Homer and Mary Flanigan of Mechanicstown, Ohio and Esther and Wesly Wilson
LEGAL NOTICEDefendant Russell Williams, whose last known address was 5255 Fresno Rd. NW, Dellroy, Ohio 44620, will take notice that on October 25, 2022 Plaintiff Johnny R. Zimmerman filed a complaint in the Court of Common Pleas of Carroll County, Ohio, 119 S. Lisbon Street, Suite 400, P.O. Box 367, Carrollton, OH 44615, Case No. 2022CVE30130, alleging that Plaintiff is entitled to foreclose upon its rights on a land installment
By Carol McIntireEditorCarrollton garnered its best finish in school history at the girls state bowling tournament March 3 with a third place finish in Division II competition.The Warriors qualified for the championship round in second place, 40 pins ahead of the Conotton Valley Rockets (3,235- 3,195), the team that swept the district and sectional championships on the way to a state berth, and 92 pins behind Triway (3,327- 3,235).In the
By Carol McIntireEditorConotton Valley made school history last weekend when the boys bowling team made its first appearance at the Division II state tournament.The team made the most of the opportunity, qualifying for the championship round and placing third.In a field of seasoned teams, that included defending state runner-up Coldwater, the Rockets qualified fourth in the group of eight teams that advanced to the championship round. The Rockets turned in
By Leigh Ann RutledgeCCM ContributorTwelve area wrestlers earned a “Schott” at a state championship during district competition last weekend.Five Carrollton Warriors, four Minerva Lions and three Malvern Hornets are headed to the Schottenstein Center in Columbus for the 86th annual Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) Tournament March 10-12.The top four in each weight class in district competition advance to the state tournament.Carrollton qualified Landon Jenkins, Kail Snair, Levi Pidgeon,
By Carol McIntireEditorIn four short years, the Conotton Valley girls bowling program went from a new sport to a state champion.The Lady Rockets made school history March 3 when the team became the first team in any sport to win a state championship.“It hasn’t sunk in yet,” Coach Brian Baxter said just minutes after his team was presented the Division II state bowling championship trophy at Wayne Webb’s Columbus Bowl.
Firefighters responded to two structure fires in a two-day period last weekend.Great Trail Fire District responded to a reported structure fire at 2303 Waynesburg Rd. in New Harrisburg March 4 at 4:45 a.m. The fire was called in by a passer-by.According to Great Trail Fire Chief Ralph Castellucci, the first unit on scene reported a fully involved single family residence. The owner and his dog were not home at the
By Thomas ClapperReporterLocal author Cathy Baker has written in her spare time since third grade and recently has her first book “Wrenville” published, with a book signing set for Saturday, March 11, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Carroll County District Library in Carrollton.The Carrollton native graduated from Carrollton High School in 2014. She is the daughter of Travis and Heather Weyand. She graduated from Malone University in 2018 with a
By Thomas ClapperReporterCEO/Founder of Humanity is Responsible for Humanity (HRH) Foundation Laiton Carter set out to help children in a crisis after noticing a need in Carroll County.“I noticed a resource gap in our county for emergency resources to go to children in a crisis,” said Carter, who is a licensed social worker for the state of Ohio. “We have services they can get to help such as basic needs
By Carol McIntireEditorDave Davis was promoted from his role as acting superintendent of the Carrollton Exempted Village School District (CEVSD) to superintendent last week.The announcement was made by School Board President Dan Ries during a press conference in the school’s performing arts center.Davis becomes the 24th superintendent in the history of the district, a fact he is proud of, and used the letters CEVSD as part of his resume.“Since I’d
John Gregg Elementary will promote literacy through artwork during its upcoming student art show on March 9. “Reading Rainbow: Art from Literature” is the theme of this year’s event, which will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. and highlights popular books. “Student artwork will be on display and we will have a food truck from the Rusty Bull Taco Co.,” said art teacher Kelly Dopp. “The fifth-and sixth-grade enrichment groups
Dale N. Grimm, 85, died March 2, 2023, in his home surrounded by his family. He was born Oct. 16, 1937, to the late John and Edna Nixon Grimm. He was a retired truck driver, and never one to stay idle for long, took pleasure in driving his Amish friends around. Dale enjoyed visiting friends and family and never refused a free ballcap or a free beer. He was an
Jenny L. Knight, 97, of Leesville, Ohio, died Monday afternoon, Feb. 27, 2023 in the Bowerston Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center. Born Aug. 18, 1925, in Perrysville, Carroll County, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Alvin Vernon and Mary Frances (Gatschell) Stewart. Her first husband, Francis O. Nign died July 7, 1979, and her second husband John Harvey Knight, died Feb. 10, 1995. In addition to her parents and
Paul Sandefur, Sr., 75, of Dellroy, OH went home to be with the Lord on Feb. 25, 2023. He was a devoted volunteer of the Carroll Commodities for over 40 years. Survived by his wife, Brenda; two sons, Paul Jr. (Alyssa), and David (Lindsay); daughter, Wendy; six grandchildren; brother, C.M.; sisters, Lilly Arbogast, and Connie (Ron) Worsham; brother-in-law, Roy Snider; sisters-in-law, Susan & Cindy; and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death
By Carol McIntireEditorWhat are the chances two teams from a small, rural county would sweep the top two spots in both divisions of the East District Division II district bowling tournament and qualify for the state tournament?Some might have said no way, but Carrollton and Conotton Valley coaches, players and fans thought the odds were pretty good when the teams competed Feb. 23 at Legacy Lanes in CoshoctonThey were spot
By Carol McIntireEditorMalvern breezed through the opening game of the Division III East District boys basketball tournament with a lopsided win over Edison.The once-beaten Hornets followed that up with a sectional title three days later 77-53 over Ridgewood. It was the team’s 17th straight sectional championship.Coach Dennis Tucci’s squad controlled the game from the opening tip, leading 22-12 after the first quarter and 53-26 at halftime. They outscored the General
By Carol McIntireEditorCarrollton came roaring back from a 26-21 halftime deficit to win the Division II East District sectional title Saturday 56-40 over Claymont in front a packed house in the CHS gym.Fueled by a strong defensive effort in the third quarter which gave up only six points to the visiting Mustangs, the Warriors took the lead with 1:54 left in the third and steadily stretched the lead.“We thrive on
John Birong and Catherine Shepherd were named Carrollton High School February Students of the Month.He is the son of Dr. Tom and JC Birong of Carrollton. He has two brothers and two sisters. One brother is a 16 year old sophomore, the other is 20 years old and a sophomore in college. One sister is a 24 year old sophomore in dental school and the other is a 22 year
By Carol McIntireEditorAttorneys for the four persons accused of selling air purifiers to the Carrollton Exempted Village School District and attempting to hide the transactions continue to comb through the massive amount of discovery turned over by the prosecution.During a pre-trial hearing Feb. 23, attorneys for Dr. David Quattrochi, Michael and Jackie Pozderac and Gus Nickolas told Carroll County Common Pleas Judge Michael V. Repella, II they continue to review
