Author: Thomas Clapper

Hornets overpower Rockets, remain unbeaten

By Carol McIntireEditorMalvern was on fire from beyond the 3-point line when the Hornets hosted the Conotton Valley Rockets in an Inter Valley Conference mismatch Jan. 30.The hosts sank nine-shots from beyond the arc on the way to a lopsided 79-26 win, led by senior Mitch Minor with four. The 6’5” wing player was deadly from all areas of the court, capitalizing on back-to-back 3-pointers in the first quarter to

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Carrollton instrumental and vocal students earn Superior ratings

Carrollton High School instrumental and vocal students had a successful showing at the District VIII Solo & Ensemble Adjudicated Event Jan, 27 at McKinley High School in Canton.Students earning top ratings are shown above and include: (front row, from left) Jasmin Marshall (alto), Alexis Spears (soprano), Emma Nicholas (mezzo soprano), Avery Stoffer (mezzo soprano) and Lucy Coppa (alto sax); (second row) Sax Quartet – Dallak Paulette, Cooper Becknell, Miranda Snyder

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Briefing set to discuss newest carbon capture developments

Carroll County business and community leaders and interested residents are invited to attend a special briefing on carbon capture, hydrogen production and related infrastructure development activities.The briefing is sponsored by the Carroll County Farm Bureau and will be held Feb. 28 at 6 p.m. in the Carrollton High School Performing Arts Center.The program will be facilitated by Dale Arnold, Ohio Farm Bureau Federation (OFBF) director for Energy, Utility and Local

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Garner, Carman crowned royalty

Seniors Ashlee Garner and Josh Carman were crowned Carrollton High School Winter Homecoming queen and king last week.The two senior athletes were crowned by 2023 Queen Molly Brace and King Micah Barkan during a ceremony prior to the Carrollton v West Branch basketball game Feb. 2.The pair received sashes presented by senior Claire Hostetler and trophies from senior Hillari Baker. The queen’s bouquet was presented by senior Lincoln Mallarnee and

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Wilma J. Hillyer, 91

Wilma J. Hillyer, 91, of Kensington passed away on Friday February 2, 2024, in Cleveland Clinic with her loving family by her side.She was born on June 2, 1932, to the late Frederick and Laura Newman. She was Methodist by faith. She married the love of her life, Bennie P. Hillyer Sr., Nov. 6, 1947, and they celebrated 67 years of bliss together. He passed away May 6, 2015.Wilma and

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Mexico Pitts, 36

Mexico Pitts, 36, formerly of Hanoverton, passed away after being struck by a semi-truck near Rowena, Oregon while walking. He has lived in Oregon for the past five years. He was born to Ralph Pitts and Clara McDole on March 11, 1987. He enjoyed listening to music , fishing and riding his four wheeler. Survivors include his father Ralph (Kay) Pitts of Hanoverton and his mother Clara McDole of Dalles

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Dorothy Eileen Boyle

Dorothy Eileen Boyle, peacefully passed away on Jan. 31, 2024, in Carrollton at the age of 96.  She was born on March 14, 1927, in Malvern, Ohio to David and Oma (Reigle) Ayers. Dorothy led a life filled with dedication and hard work. She worked as a laborer at Surety Rubber, where she put her skills to good use. In her free time, she found joy in farming and traveling

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Kyle Daniel Tharp, 37

Kyle Daniel Tharp passed away on Monday, Jan. 22, 2024, in Leesville, LA.Kyle was born Nov. 1, 1986, to Ross Tharp and Susan Kellermann in Canton, OH.Kyle was a 2005 graduate of Carrollton High School and attended Ohio State ATI at Wooster after graduation.He was a pizza extraordinaire at Crossroads Pizza in Carrollton and Gilberts Pizza in Fort Johnson, LA. He loved to barbeque and, when he was not cooking,

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Debra Kay Crislip, 65

Debra Kay Crislip, 65, of Malvern, peacefully passed away on January 27, 2024 at Aultman Medical Foundation. She was born on January 16, 1959, in Canton, the beloved daughter of Dean and Susan (Young) Brown. Debra dedicated her life to her family as a loving homemaker. She found joy in caring for her loved ones and creating a warm and welcoming home for her husband and children. In her leisure

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Roy J. Champer, 74

Roy J. Champer, 74, of Carrollton passed away on Sunday January 28, 2024.  He was born on August 24, 1949, to the late Paul and Anna Champer. After graduating high school, he took drafting courses. Roy worked for O.D.O.T for 30 years and retired from the New Philadelphia Garage. He married the love of his life Margie Davis on Oct. 18, 1973, and celebrated 50 years with her. He was

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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!  Mattress SALE! all sizes – all brands!  Financing available Check Us Out on Facebook, Mon., Tues. Thurs. & Fri,  9 to 5:30, Closed on Wed.,

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Legal Notices

LEGAL NOTICE TO THE DEFENDANT: Levi P. Saylor,Jr. (whose current address is unknown and cannot with reasonable diligence be ascertained), to the DEFENDANT American General Finance, Inc. (whose current address is unknown and cannot with reasonable diligence be ascertained), to the DEFENDANT Donald R. Moore, Jr.(whose current address is unknown and cannot with reasonable diligence be ascertained), to the DEFENDANT Donnedda Moore (whose current address is unknown and cannot with reasonable

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Heavyweight puts exclamation point on senior night victory

By Carol McIntireEditorCarrollton honored nine senior boys and one girl prior to a much-anticipated wrestling match with Salem last week in the high school gym, including one who is no longer with them.During the emotional ceremony, the parents of Aiden McNutt, who was killed in a tragic house fire last November, accepted his recognition items as well as hugs from the coaching staff and friends of their son and a

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Win streak continues for Warriors

By Dan RiesSports ReporterCarrollton trailed Alliance 11-0 at the 4-minute mark of the first quarter but rallied and put together three solid quarters of basketball for a 58-45 win Jan. 23 in the CHS gym.The win was the fourth in a row for the Warriors, who improved to 5-1 on their home court.Senior Lincoln Mallarnee scored 26 points for the winners and moved into ninth place on the CHS all-time

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Fifth generation joins family business

An exciting change has taken place at McBane Insurance & Financial Services, Inc.Alec McBane, the fifth generation of the McBane family, joined the longstanding agency Jan. 8.He is a graduate of The Ohio State University, where he studied business and was able to take insurance specific classes. Currently, he is studying for his property and casualty license and will work as a producer of both personal and commercial lines insurance.James

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Dr. John Wayne “Doc” Walters, 78

Dr. John Wayne “Doc” Walters, 78, of Carrollton, went to be with his Lord and Savior, while being surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, Jan. 22, 2024, at Centreville Village in Carrollton after a long battle with brain cancer. Doc was a faithful member of The Bridge, a satellite of the Carrollton First United Methodist Church, and dedicated his life to serving others. He was a board member, served as

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Charles Harvey Benning

In Loving Memory of Charles Harvey Benning.  It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Charles H. Benning. He departed this world on Jan. 20, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Charles (Chuck) Benning was born on March 7, 1949, in Champion, OH to Carl and Genevieve (Shively) Benning. He graduated from Champion High School and went on to proudly serve in the

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Larry Hawk Jr., 67

Larry Hawk Jr., 67, of Minerva, passed away, Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, in the Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital.  He was born Dec. 13, 1956 in Canton to Larry Hawk Sr. of Minerva and the late Rachel (Barnett) (Hawk) Cody. He is the owner of Hawk Dairy Farm. He graduated from Carrollton High School in 1976. He is a member of the Mt. Zion Methodist Church and the Carrollton Young Farmers for

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William O Workman Jr.

William O Workman Jr. William O Workman Jr., 63, of Minerva, OH, lost his battle to lung cancer Jan. 22, 2024, in his home, surrounded by his family. William, fondly known as Bill, was born in Canton, OH, June 12, 1960, to William O. Sr. and Bertha (Heinzman) Workman. He attended Canton South High School where he lettered in wrestling. Bill currently worked for 3D Partners but had many jobs throughout

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Bradley “Wheels” E. Wheeler

Bradley “Wheels” E. Wheeler, 67, of Port Clinton, Ohio passed away on Friday, January 19, 2024. He was born on January 1, 1957, in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania to Paul Wheeler and Joan (Hippensteel) Enterline. While he probably was called many names over the years, most people knew him exclusively as Wheels. As a child, Wheels once completely disassembled his father’s stereo and immediately rebuilt it to working condition. He continued teaching

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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!  Mattress SALE! all sizes – all brands!  Financing available Check Us Out on Facebook, Mon., Tues. Thurs. & Fri,  9 to 5:30, Closed on Wed.,

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Legals

 LEGAL NOTICE TO THE DEFENDANT: Levi P. Saylor,Jr. (whose current address is unknown and cannot with reasonable diligence be ascertained), to the DEFENDANT American General Finance, Inc. (whose current address is unknown and cannot with reasonable diligence be ascertained), to the DEFENDANT Donald R. Moore, Jr.(whose current address is unknown and cannot with reasonable diligence be ascertained), to the DEFENDANT Donnedda Moore (whose current address is unknown and cannot with

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Malvern council fields request for return of Farmers Market

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Malvern Village Council discussed the return of the Malvern Farmers Market at its Jan. 17 meeting.  Jan Oprean of SwiftFields was not able to attend the meeting but wrote a detailed e-mail regarding her plans to once again takeover the market. Fiscal Officer Ashley Neading read the email to council which included an agreement that will be given to council and also what vendors will

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Carrollton Winter Homecoming Court

Members of the Carrollton High School Winter Homecoming Court were named last week. A queen and king will be crowned from the senior attendants during a ceremony between the junior varsity and varsity basketball game Feb. 2 against West Branch. Two attendants from each underclass will join the court as class attendants.Court members shown above include (from left): Josh Carman, Ashlee Garner, Nick Lawrence and Maleyna Havens, all seniors; Brock

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Hostetler, Hossler named CHS students of the month

Claire Hostetler and Matthew Hossler are Carrollton High School’s January Students of the Month.  Hostetler is the daughter of Amy Newsome, of Carrollton. She is an only child. She plays golf year round, is a member of the National Honor Society, Student Council and a member of 4-H.  She plans to go to Malone University and play golf. Career plans include getting into med school and becoming a pediatric anesthesiologist. 

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Lions shut Barrino down, Minor steps in to lead Hornets to victory

By Carol McIntire Editor When an opponent shuts down your team’s number one scorer early in the contest, what do you do? If you’re Malvern Coach Dennis Tucci, you turn to the hot hand, who Tuesday night, was senior Mitch Minor. The 6-5 wing player scored four points in the first half but dumped in 15 in the second half, to score a game-high 19 points as the Hornets posted

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Warriors record five pins in win over Alliance

By Carol McIntireEditorCarrollton picked up what looked like a lopsided 51-23 win over the Alliance Aviators last Thursday in Alliance.Take away the 18 points the visiting Warriors picked up in forfeits and the match was much closer than the final score card showed.Carrollton won five matches by pin and one by decision while Alliance earned two pins, two major decisions and one decision. Add up the scores from those matches

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Three Lady Warriors earn pins against Aviators

The Carrollton girls filled only five weight classes but made the most of the opportunity when they traveled to Alliance Jan. 18 to take on the Aviators. The Warriors won three of the five by pins while the hosts won the other two by pin. Izzy Nuzzolillo won the 100 lb. class with a pin in 2:17 to kick off the match. Kailey Delawder (170) picked up a pin in

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Taylor named Buckeye CC adult student of the month

Aubrey Taylor was named January Adult Education student of the Month at Buckeye Career Center. Taylor is a student in the Dental Assisting program. The Dellroy resident is a 2023 graduate of Carrollton High School and BCC and is employed at Hennis Care Centre and Kafri Premier Endodontics.  Taylor took the Intro to Nursing program while in high school at BCC and decided to broaden her career opportunities through the

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Food pantry volunteers ready new home for Feb. 19 distribution

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter   Loaves & Fishes food pantry, along with St. Vincent DePaul, are on the move from a building on Moody Avenue to a new location at 343 2nd St., Carrollton.  “Progress is going every day and we are right in the middle of actively moving,” said Rev. Gordon Warner, Loaves & Fishes director of 25 years. “We will for sure be out before the Feb.

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Commissioners hand out over $.5 million in grants to county agencies

By Thomas ClapperCCM ReporterCarroll County Commissioners announced a list of agencies receiving general fund grants during the Jan. 18 meeting.Commissioner President Robert Wirkner noted during the session, bills were “unusnually high” and offered an explanation.Included in the $951,672.50 total for bills was $560,153 in grants to county agencies and organizations from the county general fund.There is also a reimbursement grant from the state, Healthy Aging Grant, that totals $37,420.“I want

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Gloria M Willen 

Gloria M. Willen, 97, passed away Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024 in Centreville Village in Carrollton, Ohio.  She was born Dec. 24, 1926 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Bernard and Pauline (Fischer) Wellbrock. She was employed throughout her life wherever she lived. Her office career included Standard Publishing in Cincinnati, Pinellas County in Clearwater, Florida and the Lake Mohawk office in Malvern, Ohio. Once retired she found her creative outlet in quilt making

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Century Farms offers local indoor/outdoor venue

By Thomas ClapperCCM ReporterMike and Kerri Lambert, owners of Century Farms barn wedding venue, share the singular focus of convenience and the reduction of stress when it comes to the bride and groom’s big day.“I think what makes us unique in our approach as owners is we have been through all of this ourselves and this gives us the ability to be more accommodating to customers, not just on the

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Classifieds

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! Household  TAX TIME DEALS START NOW!   Financing available Check Us Out

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Legal Notices

LEGAL NOTICE TO THE DEFENDANT: Joyce M. Peoples(whose current address is unknown and cannot with reasonable diligence be ascertained), and to the DEFENDANT John Doe, known or unknown heirs of Joyce M. Peoples (whose current address is unknown and cannot with reasonable diligence be ascertained), take notice: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS CARROLL COUNTY, OHIO Carroll County  Treasurer, Plaintiff v Joyce M. Peoples, et al, Defendants Case No. 2023CVE30376

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New councilman sworn in at Malvern, Burgess named president

By Thomas Clapper By Thomas ClapperCCM ReporterNew Councilman Justin Wadsworth was sworn onto Malvern Council at the Jan. 3 meeting and standing rules of council were approved.Mayor Bob DeLong and Councilman Jan Wackerly were also sworn after re-election by Solicitor Chad Murdock. Council welcomed Wadsworth as its newest member at the end of the meeting.Councilwoman Barb Burgess was once again nominated and voted council president.In an unrelated matter, Fiscal Officer

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Minerva, Carrollton bowlers sweep awards at Dover tournament

Minerva and Carrollton dominated the field of eight teams at the Dover Invitational Jan 13 at Boulevard Lanes.  Minerva sat comfortably in first place after three individual games as the top four teams advanced to the championship round. The Lions tallied 3,780, 157 points ahead of second place Carrollton with 3,713. Riverview was in third, 772 points behind the leader at 3,269 and Garaway rounded out the foursome with 3,098.

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Carman, Clear stand atop podium at Top Gun, Alborn wins for girls

By Carol McIntireEditorCarrollton and Malvern each crowned a champion at the Alliance Top Gun wrestling tournament Dec. 12 and 23.Carrollton senior John Carman (138 lbs.) won his second title and Malvern junior Tyson Clear (157) improved on a fourth-place finish last year with the championship title. Both went into the tournament as the No. 1 seed in their weight class.Carman earned a bye in the first round, met West Branch

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Century Farms offers local indoor/outdoor venue

By Thomas ClapperCCM ReporterMike and Kerri Lambert, owners of Century Farms barn wedding venue, share the singular focus of convenience and the reduction of stress when it comes to the bride and groom’s big day.“I think what makes us unique in our approach as owners is we have been through all of this ourselves and this gives us the ability to be more accommodating to customers, not just on the

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Knife incident leads to grand jury indictment for Canton man

A Canton man was indicted on several felony charges relating to an incident that occurred Dec. 30 in Carrollton.  JOSHUA A. YOHO, 31, of Canton was indicted on two counts of Aggravated Burglary, first-degree felonies, Burglary, a second-degree felony; Felonious Assault, a second-degree felony; Tampering with Evidence, a third-degree felony; and Disrupting Public Services, a fourth-degree felony.  Yoho is accused of forcing his way into the Carrollton residence of a

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Boy Scout Ham dinner returns Feb.19, ticket sales underway

After a three-year hiatus, the popular Boy Scout Troop 141’s Ham Dinner is returning! Troop officials announced last week the dinner will be held Feb. 19 (Presidents’ Day) from 4:30 to 7 p.m. in the Carrollton Elementary cafeteria, located on Third St. NE in Carrollton.  The popular ham dinner will be served in the cafeteria or ticket holders can opt for a carry-out container. The meal consists of ham, scalloped

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Carrollton Water Dept. official says iron, manganese levels back to normal

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Carrollton Village Council re-organized at its Jan. 8 meeting, retaining Wilma Lambert as council president.  Lambert won the vote after Councilman Chris Barto made a failed attempt at nominating Councilman Corey Yeager as president.  “I think Wilma has done an excellent job, but I remember we used to switch the position around and I think Yeager would be a strong candidate,” said Barto before the

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Linda JoAnne Ginier (Majewski)

Linda JoAnne Ginier (Majewski) passed away Jan. 6, 2024, unexpectedly in her home. She was born April 5, 1957, in Weirton, WV. She was loved by so many and touched so many people’s lives. She is proceeded in death by her father, Joseph Majewski, mother, Yvonne Majewski and brothers David and Joe Majewski. She is survived by her daughter Yvonne (Corley) Brean, sons Arthur Ginier III, Todd Ginier and William

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Bruce Alan Burgett, 75

Bruce Alan Burgett, 75, of Carrollton, Ohio, and Wilmington, North Carolina, died Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024, in Canton, Ohio, after a brief illness. Bruce was born to Kenneth and Martha Burgett, of Hammondsville, Ohio, and grew up on the family dairy farm in Jefferson County, Ohio, with his three brothers, Gary, Keith, and Wesley. Keith and Wes survive. He graduated from Stanton Local High School in 1966, where he played

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Legal Notices

LEGAL NOTICETO THE DEFENDANT: Joyce M. Peoples(whose current address is unknown and cannot with reasonable diligence be ascertained), and to the DEFENDANT John Doe, known or unknown heirs of Joyce M. Peoples (whose current address is unknown and cannot with reasonable diligence be ascertained), take notice:IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEASCARROLL COUNTY, OHIOCarroll CountyTreasurer,PlaintiffvJoyce M. Peoples, et al,DefendantsCase No. 2023CVE30376NOTICE BYPUBLICATIONJeff Yeager, Carroll County Treasurer, has brought an action naming

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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! TAX TIME DEALS START NOW!  Financing available Check Us Out on Facebook, Mon., Tues. Thurs. & Fri,  9 to 5:30, Closed on Wed., Sat. 9 to 2.  330-868-1099.  Tax Time

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Cheryl Jean Elson Davidson, 69

Cheryl Jean Elson Davidson, 69, of Jewett, Ohio passed away Monday, January 8, 2024, at the Carriage Inn of Steubenville, Ohio after a short fight with cancer.   Born Dec. 28, 1954, in Steubenville, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Mary Alice Elson Merrin and the stepdaughter of the late George Merrin. She graduated from Springfield High School in 1973 and was a cookware dresser at Scio Pottery for

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Commissioners re-organize fornew year

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Carroll County Commissioners re-organized and appointed Commissioner Robert Wirkner as president at the Jan. 4 meeting.  “I would like to thank Commissioner Chris Modranski for his service as president,” said Wirkner who will now lead each meeting.  Commissioner Donald Leggett II was chosen as vice president. Other appointments include: Christopher R. Modranski to the OMEGA Executive Board with Robert E. Wirkner as alternate for a

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Grunder named Ohio Legion Educator of the Year

Stuart Grunder, history and social studies teacher at Minerva High School, has been selected as the 2023-2024 Department of Ohio American Legion Educator of The Year.  Grunder was nominated by American Legion Post 357 of Minerva. The award presentation will be made during the Department Mid-Winter Conference of the Year Awards Banquet Jan. 20 in Columbus. Grunder has been teaching for 34 years. He graduated from Bowling Green State University

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Wellsville wins cat-mouse game at Malvern

By Carol McIntire Editor Malvern played a cat and mouse game with Wellsville through two and one-half quarters of a Dec. 30 game. The Hornets, hosts for the non-league contest, scored first and the Tigers cut the lead to within a couple points.  The scenario continued over and over throughout the early going. With just over three minutes left in the third quarter, the Tigers got their second wind, took

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