Author: Thomas Clapper

Naylor gets school board nod to fill seat

By Carol McIntireEditorJonathan Naylor was named to fill a vacant seat on the Carrollton Schools board of education during a special meeting Jan. 25.Naylor, a Carrollton resident, was selected from a field of 12 applicants during a 25-minute executive session that kicked off the meeting, held in the CHS extended learning space. He fills the seat vacated by the resignation of Mike Pozderac Jan. 1. Pozderac was indicted by a

January 31, 2023

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January 30, 2023

Kenneth Leggett

Kenneth Leggett, 86, of Carrollton passed away Friday, January 27, 2023, in the Carroll Golden Age Retreat after a short illness. He was born in Perry Township June 17, 1936, the son of the late Charles and Eva (Gotschall) Leggett. Kenny retired from L.C.P. Plastics in Carrollton and was a farmer most of his life. Pony pulling and coon hunting with his brother were his passion. Preceeding him in death

January 30, 2023

Roy William “Bill” Bake

Roy William “Bill” Bake, 59, of Carrollton passed away Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023, after a period of declining health. He was born to the late Roy D. and Dorothy M. Bake and achieved his goal in life by becoming a truck driver and being a farmer. He will be missed by sisters Sue Lashley and Deborah McLean-Huggins and her husband, Mark, all of Carrollton. There are no services planned. Allmon-Dugger-Cotton

January 30, 2023

Frances Louise Shotwell Mahmoud

Frances Louise Shotwell Mahmoud, 81, of Carrollton, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023 at Amberwood Manor in New Philadelphia, Ohio. She was born on Dec. 7, 1941, in Canton, Ohio, to Byron “Shottie” and Mary Isabel Long Shotwell. After graduating from high school, Frances attended Milligan University and graduated from there in 1963. She earned her Master’s Degree in Education from Kent State in 1970. She taught Kindergarten and 1st grade in

January 27, 2023

James D. Cramblett Jr.

James D. Cramblett Jr., 84, of Carrollton, passed away Wednesday evening Jan. 25, 2023, at the Carrollton Golden Age Retreat. A son of the late James D. Sr. and Kathryn Albright Cramblett, he was born July 1, 1938, in Dennison, Ohio. Jim operated Cramblett Trucking since he was 18 years old. He was a life long member of New Harrisburg Presbyterian Church, a member of Carroll Masonic Lodge #124 and

January 27, 2023

Amy Laura See

Amy Laura See, 53, passed away at her residence in Williston, OH, following a short illness Thursday January 19th, 2023. She was born August 6th, 1969, in Marietta, OH and has lived in Williston for the last 10 years. She enjoyed dancing, running track in the special Olympics programs, and above all, her music. She always had a ready smile, and appreciated a good ribbing from her many siblings. She

January 27, 2023

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January 24, 2023

Winter homecoming crowning set Friday

Activities are underway this week at Carrollton High School as students gear up for the 2023 winter homecoming crowning and dance.Spirit week will culminate with a pep rally at school Jan. 27 and crowning of the king and queen between the junior varsity and varsity basketball games that evening. The junior varsity game begins at 5:30 p.m. when the Warriors host Salem.The festivities will culminate with a dance, “Winter Wonderland,”

January 24, 2023

Hornets put sting on TCC

The once-beaten Malvern Hornets jumped out to a 19-0 lead and cruised to a 78-50 win over Tuscarawas Central Catholic (TCC) Jan. 20 in the Malvern gym.The hosts led 23-5 after the opening period, 40-18 at intermission and 60-35 after the third period.Five players scored in double figures for the winners, led by Rodney Smith with 17. Mitchell Minor contributed 15, J’Allen Barrino and Dylan Phillips 12 apiece and Drake

January 24, 2023

Warriors knock off Alliance Aviators,
share league lead with two EBC games to go

Carrollton and Alliance sit tied atop the Eastern Buckeye Conference standings after the Warriors knocked off the league leaders 65-60 in a thriller Jan. 19 in the Alliance gym.The Warriors fell to the Aviators 60-41 when the two teams met Dec. 9 in the CHS gym, which is Carrollton’s only league loss of the season. Coach Mike Aukerman’s team has two remaining conference games on the schedule: Salem this Friday

January 24, 2023

Expansion project planned at Utica Shale Academy

The Utica Shale Academy is looking to expand and has applied for $2.4 million to construct a new building in Salineville.Superintendent Bill Watson said an application was made to the Governor’s Office on Appalachia and would match current funds to help erect a $4.8 million, two-story facility on grounds that USA owns along East Main St. The site, which is located adjacent to the Hutson Building, would feature 5,090 square

January 24, 2023

Build a snowman with non-snow materials

Carroll County Convention and Visitors Bureau officials are inviting community individuals, businesses clubs and organizations to get their creative juices flowing for a one-of-a kind contest: Snowmen on the Square.The unique contest offers the opportunity to build a snowman from non-snow materials and display their artwork on Public Square Feb. 19-March 5.Rules are as follows:Set up March 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Judging will be conducted at 3

January 24, 2023

Fires ruled arson

By Carol McIntireEditorOfficials with the State Fire Marshal’s Office ruled two fires of suspicious origin in the early morning hours of Jan. 14 arson and are offering a reward for information leading to the identification of the person or persons responsible for setting the fires.Andy Ellinger, public information officer with the fire marshal’s office, said a fire on Myers Rd. in West Twp., Columbiana County, and another on Apollo Rd.

January 24, 2023

Marta Maria Long

Marta Maria Long, 74, of Mechanicstown, passed away at Mercy Medical Center on Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023. Marta was born in Brownsville, Texas on Jan. 16, 1949. She was raised in Harlem Springs along with her three siblings, Ray, Alicia and Rick, by their parents Canuto and Eleanor (McAfoose) Ramirez. Marta is preceded in death by her parents and her two brothers. Marta married her husband Robert M. Long from Mechanicstown

January 23, 2023

Kylee Lynn Grimwood

Kylee Lynn Grimwood, 20, of East Liverpool, passed away on Friday, Jan. 13, 2023. Kylee was born in Canton, Ohio on January 29, 2002 to Terry Grimwood and Jayme (McQueen) Grimwood. Kylee enjoyed swimming and hanging out with friends. Kylee is survived by her father, Terry (Carrie King) Grimwood of West Middlesex, PA; her mother, Jayme (fiance Randy Bryd) Grimwood of Alliance; her son, Waelyn Grimwood; her brothers: Kadyn Grimwood

January 19, 2023

Ethel L. Crimm Wright Paxton

Ethel L. Crimm Wright Paxton, of Scio, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2023, in the Carroll County Golden Age Retreat, five days before her 96th birthday. Born Jan. 22, 1927, at Station Fifteen, she was the daughter of the late Willard Raymond Crimm and Patti Levinia Liggett Crimm. She graduated from Scio High School in 1944 and worked at the Scio Pottery for over 40 years. Ethel attended the Scio

January 19, 2023

Lambert re-elected to lead council

By Thomas ClapperReporterCarrollton Village Council held its first meeting of the new year on Jan. 9. Council voted Wilma Lambert once again president pro-tem of council.Village Administrator Mark Wells reported he attended OPWC District 14 Integrating Committee meeting. He received documentation indicating the village’s 3rd St. storm water improvement project has received funding requested, including a $100,000 grant and a zero percent interest loan of $79,750.The remaining balance of the

January 17, 2023

Experienced Warrior team dominates young Lions in cross-county rivalry

By Carol McIntireEditorCarrollton Coach Mike Aukerman’s boys basketball team won its ninth straight game in dominating fashion last week, downing rival Minerva 68-41 in the CHS gym.With the win, Carrollton improved to 11-2 and 4-1 in the Eastern Buckeye Conference (EBC).“We knew they had some close games recently and were capable of playing with anybody in spite of their inexperience,” Aukerman said following the win. “We knew we had the

January 17, 2023

Area wrestlers crowned Top Gun champs

CCM Staff ReportCarrollton crowned two champions and Minerva one at the 26th annual Top Gun wrestling tournament Jan. 13 and 14 at Alliance.2023 marked the return of the top-rated tournament after a two-year absence due to COVID.The Warriors earned third place in the team standings with 125.5 points, narrowly missing the runner-up spot, claimed by Streetsboro with 128.5 points. Nordonia won the title with 163 points. Minerva placed 12th with

January 17, 2023

John Gregg students recognized for excellence

John Gregg Elementary is taking time to recognize students who strive for excellence in classwork, behavior and attendance.Principal Tammy Burchfield said the school has always placed its focus on supporting students’ needs but is now touting those who go the extra mile. This year, pupils who stand out are touted during their lunchtimes and receive “Burchfield Bucks” to save or purchase popcorn and items from the Spirit Corner store operated

January 17, 2023

Malvern man joins Veterans Service Commission board

Sergeant Preston G. Anderson is joining the Veterans Service Commission of Carroll County as an at-large member.Anderson, a Malvern resident, was sworn in by Carroll County Common Pleas Judge Michael Repella, II during a ceremony Jan. 12.As per law, Repella appoints members to the commission.He is a 12-year army veteran, having served in Iraq IOF 1 and is active in the Malvern American Legion and Minerva Veterans of Foreign Wars

January 17, 2023

‘Locomotion’ propels
Bowery to spelling bee title

By Thomas ClapperCCM ReporterCarrollton Middle School has two champions from its Jan. 11 spelling bee at the Carrollton Schools PAC.Aubrie Raines is the winner of the fifth-grade bee with the word “address” and Brayden Bowery is the winner of six through eight-grade bee with the word “locomotion.”Rose Seck served as pronouncer and judges were Acting Superintendent Dave Davis, Director of Special Services Tricia Green and Elementary Principal Matt Nicholas.The fifth-grade

January 17, 2023

John E. Morrow

John E. Morrow, 60, formerly of Carrollton and Alliance, passed away Jan. 12, 2023, at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Hickory, NC. John was born July 25, 1962, in Canton to the late Eugene “Gene” and Sally Morrow. He graduated from Carrollton High School and Buckeye Career Center in 1980. He enjoyed working, he was a provider, that’s the man he was. John was part of the Boy Scouts organization

January 13, 2023

Nancy C. Grimes Hendricks

Nancy C. Grimes Hendricks, 93, of Perrysville passed away Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023 at Carroll County Golden Age Retreat surrounded by her loving family. Born April 18, 1929 in Newcomerstown she was a daughter of the late Thomas Grimes and Veva Milhorn Grimes. Nancy was a hard working farm girl all of her life. When she was barely a teenager she took over most of the farm work when all of

January 13, 2023

Major Corwin A. Moser, Jr.

Major Corwin A. Moser, Jr., born in Minerva, Ohio, passed away on Nov. 21, 2022, at the age of 85 at his home in Poulsbo, Washington. During the Vietnam War, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and served his country for 22 years. He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Jean Moser; his daughter, Lianne Morgan and husband Toby; son, Scott Moser; granddaughter, Sarah Newman and husband

January 13, 2023

Michael James “Hubba” Maney

Michael James “Hubba” Maney, 57, of Dellroy, Ohio, died early Monday morning, Jan. 9, 2023 in the Aultman Hospital at Canton, Ohio following a five-week illness. He was born Sept. 16, 1965, in Laredo, Texas, and was the son of the late James David and Margaret Ann “Peg” (Mackey) Maney. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an aunt, Martha Hutson. He was employed at Crown Cork and Seal

January 10, 2023

Commissioners set
timeline for Great Trail
Fire to migrate to MARCS

By Thomas ClapperCCM ReporterCarroll County Commissioners approved a motion to cease use of the 400 radio system by Dec. 31 and entirely use the Multi-Agency Radio Communications System (MARCS) in Carroll County.The action will affect one fire district in Carroll County, Great Trail Fire District (GTFD) in Malvern,which still uses the 400 radio system.Commissioners previously purchased MARCS pagers and amplification bases for all fire departments in the county. at a

January 10, 2023

Josh Carman records 100th win, girls compete in dual meet, boys win at Licking Valley

By Carol McIntireEditorCarrollton wrestlers opened the Eastern Buckeye Conference (EBC)season with a win, claimed the team title at the Licking Valley Invitational and celebrated Josh Carman’s 100th career victory over the past week.The team also made history as the Carrollton girls wrestling team competed in its first dual meet since being organized in November 2022.Carman, a junior, set the tone for a 43-27 win over Marlington with a 57-second pin

January 10, 2023

Heartland On Heritage owners add open air building to bring outdoors indoors

Heartland on Heritage in Magnolia is taking on the new year with several construction projects and improvements including a 5,000 square foot, under roof, open-air facility.“We are definitely excited for the changes, and this is an exciting new step for us moving forward,” said co-owner Jenny Petersen.The open-air facility will bring the outdoors to the indoors all year round. It is enclosable during inclement weather with 24-foot double sliding barn

January 10, 2023

Pozderac resigns, school board seeks to fill seat

CCM Staff ReportCarrollton Schools officials are looking to fill a vacant seat on the board of education.The action comes following the resignation of board member Michael Pozderac, effective Jan. 1, 2023. Pozderac is one of three school officials indicted by a Carroll County grand jury for illegally selling air purifiers to the district and attempting to hide the transaction.Letters of interest will be accepted until 3 p.m. Jan. 20. A

January 10, 2023

June Arlene (Johnson) Williams, 78

June Arlene (Johnson) Williams, 78, of Canton, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Jan. 5, 2023. Born on Jan. 18, 1944, in Bergholz to Charles and Dorothy Johnson of Carrollton. She graduated from Carrollton High School and was a member of the Canton Baptist Temple. While working as first a waitress then a manager, she went to college and earned a degree in accounting. She worked

January 9, 2023

Robert “Bob” J. Gundrum

Robert “Bob” J. Gundrum, 87, of Carrollton, passed away on Monday, January 2, 2023 at Mercy Medical Center in Canton. A son of the late Benedict and Grace MacCarrol Gundrum, he was born on April 11, 1935 in Steubenville, Ohio. Bob proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1951 until his retirement from the 911AF base in Pittsburgh, as a Master Sergeant from the U.S. Air

January 6, 2023

Lady Rockets knock off reigning state champions

The Conotton Valley girls bowling team knocked off the reigning state champions last week on the Rocket Center Lanes. Coach Brian Baxter’s Lady Rockets defeated Triway by 33 pins, 2,515-2482 and spoiled the Titans’ undefeated season. Conotton Valley held a 101-pin lead after the individual games, 1,794-1,693. Triway clawed its way back into the contest during the Baker competition with scores of 137, 244, 184 and 224 for a 789.

January 4, 2023

Hoy E. “Gene” Moyer, 86

Hoy E. “Gene” Moyer, 86, of Bowerston, Ohio, died Tuesday morning, Dec. 27, 2022 in the Carroll Golden Age Retreat at Carrollton. He was born May 1, 1936 in Dellroy, Ohio and was the son of the late Hoy and Irene (McCartney) Moyer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Pat Moyer. He retired after 27 years of services as a billing clerk for

January 3, 2023

Ohler says good-byes during
final commissioners session

CCM Staff Report Carroll County Commissioner Jeff Ohler attended his last meeting as commissioner at the Dec. 29 end of year meeting. Ohler is retiring from office after serving 12 years as a county commissioner.“It has certainly been a pleasure,” said Ohler. “I have learned a lot and we are very fortunate to have a great set of officers who take care of their offices and a great set of

January 3, 2023

Lady Warriors offense puts up 71 points in win over Meadowbrook

By Carol McIntireEditorOnce Carrollton girls basketball Coach Nik Schweikert’s team dissected the pressure defense the Meadowbrook Colts threw at them during a holiday matchup Dec. 28, they were nearly unstoppable on offense.The Warriors put up 71 points and held the visitors to under 50 points, one of Schweikert’s goals, to post a 71-47 non-conference victory.“We’ve scored an average of 70 points over the last four games,” the coach said following

January 3, 2023

Freeland retires from Stark Parks Board

Two members of the Stark Parks Board of Park Commissioners recently retired after several years of volunteer service. Denise Freeland of Minerva and Patricia Quick of Canton saw a lot of progress and firsts for Stark Parks during their board tenure. Freeland served nine years (2014-2022) as a board member and several as chairperson while Quick served six years on the board (2017-2022). Major accomplishments during their time included the opening of

January 3, 2023

Frank D. Mapes

Frank D. Mapes, 84, of Carrollton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022 at his home. He was born in Port Author, Texas, on May 13, 1938, to the late Orval and Alpha (Todd) Mapes. Throughout his life, Frank was an avid woodworker, making many things including toys and angel sculptures, one of which was donated to and is on display at the Akron Children’s Hospital. Frank is survived

January 3, 2023

Robert E Magee

Robert E Magee, 96, of Malvern died Friday Dec. 16, 2022 at home with his family present. He was born Jan 20, 1926, in Canton to Eli and Mary Magee. Robert was a proud World War II veteran and retired from the Timken company. He is preceded in death by his wife Linda Magee, son Robert Magee, sister Geraldine, brothers Ancil, Charles, Jackie, Eli, Luke and James. He is survived

December 29, 2022

Cynthia D. Kuhns

Cynthia D. Kuhns, 68, of Carrollton, passed away Tuesday evening Dec. 13, 2022, at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Medical Center in Canton. A daughter of the late Malcolm and Nancy Coleman Elliott, she was born March 4, 1954, in Aberdeen, Maryland. She is survived by a daughter, Tisha (Todd) Rainsberg; four grandchildren, Rebekah (Corey) Schaffner, Elizabeth (Paul Faulkner) Rainsberg, Abigail Rainsberg, Tzak Rainsberg; three great grandchildren, Harlynn Faulkner, Kashton Faulkner, Ryder

December 27, 2022

Barbara Lou Taylor

Barbara Lou Taylor, 96, of Malvern, passed away at Minerva Health Care & Rehabilitation on Sunday, December 25, 2022. Barbara was born in Columbus, Ohio, on Dec. 30, 1925, to Karl and Margaret (Fichleman) Perdue. Barbara was a 1944 graduate of Lincoln High School which was the 2nd graduating class for that high school. She loved to quilt and had many award winning quilts. Barbara is survived by a son, Dave Taylor of

December 27, 2022

Sister Carmencita (Dolores) Cunningham

Sister Carmencita (Dolores) Cunningham, Sister of Our Lady of Charity of the Good Shepherd died on December 26, 2022. Sister was born July 19, 1932, in Pittsburgh, PA. She is survived by sisters of Our Lady of Charity of the Good Shepherd, nephew Daryl Golinski, and niece Cynthia Golinski Brown of Carnegie, PA. Her parents, Patrick Joseph and Helen (Welsh) Cunningham, twin sister Margaret Ann, sister Patricia Helen Cunningham Golinski

December 27, 2022

Stackhouse named BCC Student of the Month

Adult Education student Allison Stackhouse of Carrollton was named Buckeye Career Center December Student of the month.Stackhouse is a Carrollton High School graduate and enrolled in the BCC Dental Assisting program in order to get her start in the dental field. She attends school and works part-time. Stackhouse was nominated by her instructor Mrs. Crystal Polen.“Stackhouse goes above and beyond what is expected of her. She is always working ahead and

December 27, 2022

Carrollton girls capture bowling tournament win

Coach Wendy Russell’s Carrollton girls bowling team notched another tournament win Dec. 17 at the New Philadelphia Quaker Challenge.Carrollton had a pinfall of 2,743 in the individual three-game series and a score of 1,232 in six Baker games for a grand total of 2,975, good enough for first place.Zoey Elliott bested teammate Aubrey Taylor by one pin and posted scores of 178, 235 and 179 for a 592 series. Taylor

December 27, 2022

Donald Leggett II sworn in as commissioner

Donald “Pete” Leggett II was sworn in by Judge Gary Willen as the new Carroll County commissioner on Dec. 20. Joined in the commissioner’s chambers by his wife, Becky, Leggett was elected commissioner in the Nov. 8 election. He thanked everyone for the opportunity and wished all a Merry Christmas.

December 27, 2022

Firefighters and American Legion 375 bring Santa to kids

The American Legion #375 of Malvern has been working with the Great Trail Fire District and Santa Claus to make this year’s Santa visit special at the North Station.Hundreds of toys will be given to children after they visit Santa on Dec. 21.“Each child will receive one toy after visiting Santa Claus and will get a ticket for the drawing of a bike or a scooter,” said Legion member and

December 27, 2022

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