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The Feb. 9 issue of The Carroll County Messenger will be available on area newsstands this afternoon. This issue features two high school students who wrote their page in school record books, learn what county government offices reported for 2021 and see who has filed for the May primary. Spend time with the Beadnell family on their journey of the last two years, read about the Cole trial and see
Josh Beadnell battled on the football field, hunted prey in the fields, but nothing prepared him for the battle he is waging today By Leigh Ann Rutledge Associate Editor Josh Beadnell is the epitome of the “fighting spirit” and “being a warrior.” From the football field as a Carrollton Little Warrior to tracking deer in the woods to now, fighting a daily battle against cancer, he is truly a Warrior.
Two Minerva men were arrested Jan. 30 after a 911 call for a burglary in progress at 1:49 a.m. William A. Lucas, 23, of 400 S. Market St, Minerva, was charged with trespassing, a felony of the fourth degree (F4) and criminal damages, misdemeanor of the second degree (M2) at a bond hearing Feb. 2. Scott A. Birch, Jr., 27, of 212 Hart Ave., Minerva, was charged with obstructing official
Two members of the Lady Warriors bowled 400 series Feb. 2 as their team topped Alliance by 1,000 pins at Carroll Lanes. The Warriors won the individual games score 1,945 -1,106 and the Baker 584-421 for a total pin fall win of 2,529 -1,527. Senior Kellyn Harsh earned high series and high game honors with a 446 series and a 265 single game score. Her 265 game score was a
Conotton Valley bowler Bobby Brennan rolled his way into the Rockets record books. Brennan, a sophomore, threw the first 300 game in school history Feb. 1 at Atwood Lanes. Brennan was voted the Stark County High School Bowling Conference National Division’s Bowler of the Year last season and qualified individually for the District tournament. Along with his record setting game, he also rolled the high series 504 (300, 204) helping
By Carol McIntire Editor The Sandy Valley Cardinals led for nearly the first 24 minutes of a non-league girls basketball game at Carrollton Jan. 31, at times by as many as 10 points. Carrollton led when it mattered the most: 72-58 the final buzzer. The Warriors chipped away at Sandy Valley’s 34-27 halftime lead in the third period, closing to within three points at 43-40 when Sophia Glass swished a
To the Editor: On behalf of the Malvern Community Development Fund Board of Trustees, we want to thank everyone who contributed to making Dancing on the Bridge 2021 a big success! From financial donors to committee members, vendors, volunteers, entertainers, attendees (adults and children), raffle ticket buyers, Great Trail Fire Department, Malvern American Legion Post 375 and Sons of the American Legion Squadron 375. Donors to our mural project for
By Carol McIntire Editor What do you do when your Facebook friend, who owns goats, creates a snow goat? Well, if you’re Lori Payne of Avalon Rd., a chicken farmer, you can’t allow your friend to one-up-you and you create HENrietta the snow chicken! Payne proudly displayed HENrietta snow chicken Feb. 6, giving credit to four Minerva High School seniors who work for her at Full Circle Farm Life. She
Off-Street Parking Off-street parking available in downtown Carrollton. Paved lot. Close to Courthouse and Public Square. Reasonable rates. Call 330-691-0118 or 330-805-7642. Buying Guns 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. Wanted Standing Timber & Walnut Trees. CALL Carroll County Logging 330-738-2050 or 440-897-0863 Local and 25 Years Experience! Household Sofa
Oscar Lee Kohl, 80, of Bowerston (Leavittsville), died early Wednesday morning, Feb. 2, 2022, at home following a brief illness with the love of his life by his side. Born May 22, 1941, in Minerva, he was the son of the late Ferdinand William and Jennie Marie (Gilbert) Kohl. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers Ferdinand, Charlie and Richard Kohl, and two sisters, Irene
James William Martin, 73, of Carrollton, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2022, at Mercy Medical Center in Canton. Born May 9, 1948, in Batavia, OH, he was a son of the late James W. and Beatrice Harmon Martin. A self-taught crafter and inventor, James was extremely bright and creative, and his hobbies included making props, weapons and armor, inspired by his vast collection of sci-fi and fantasy books as well
Elsie Irene McConnell, 84, of Carrollton, passed away Friday evening, Jan. 28, 2022, in Carroll Golden Age Retreat. Born Dec. 22, 1937, in Carrollton, she was a daughter of the late Harold F. and Elsie I. George Gallaher. Elsie was a graduate of Carrollton High School and member of Carrollton First Presbyterian Church. She is survived by her husband, Tom McConnell, whom she married Dec. 26, 1956; son, Glenn (Amy)
Anna Mae (Annie) Oyer, 70, of East Twp., Carroll County, passed away Saturday, Feb. 5, 2022, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born April 11, 1951, on the family farm, she was a daughter to the late Charles M. and Lucille Faye (Murray) Oyer. Anna graduated from Carrollton High School in 1969. She was an active member of Bethesda Presbyterian Church where she served as an elder and president of
Cynthia “Cyndi” Sue Bond, 70, of Minerva, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2022. She was born June 6, 1951, in Alliance. Cyndi married her husband, James J. Bond, Feb. 13, 1998. Cyndi was a loving and devoted woman to her family. Survivors include her husband, James of the home; her two children, Walter Amelung and Chynn Mullen of Minerva; three grandchildren, Brandon Amelung, Ricky McDole Jr. and Joey McDole, all
Alice Marie Robinson, 87, a longtime Dellroy, resident died Wednesday night, Feb. 2, 2022, in the Park Village Southside facility at New Philadelphia, following a brief illness. Born Nov. 28, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Charles Leroy and Genevieve Adeline (Thompson) Tinlin. Her husband, the late Rodney Allen Robinson, Sr., whom she wed June 30, 1953, passed away Feb. 14, 1994. In addition to her husband and parents,
Dana Jeanne Beadnell, 78, of Salineville died Jan. 30, 2022, at Salem Regional Medical Center following a lengthy illness. Born Feb. 26, 1943, in Salineville, she was a daughter of the late Harry Forbes and Martha (Temple) Forbes. Having lived all her life in the area, Dana was a graduate of Salineville High School class of 1961, a member of Salineville United Methodist Church and spent her years as a
Jimmy Dale Patrick, Sr., 74, of Bowerston (Leavittsville), Ohio, died early Tuesday morning, Feb. 1, 2022, in Akron General Medical Center following a brief illness. Born Aug. 27, 1947, in Dover, he was the son of the late Dale and Nora Sizemore Patrick. His wife, the late Theda E. Rennicker Patrick, whom he married Feb. 26, 1966, passed away Jan.17, 2011. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded
By Carol McIntire Editor Jurors in the murder trial of Audrey Cole (also known as Audrey Branch) heard the defendant tell law enforcement how she picked up an AR 15 from under her bed, walked to the closet and retrieved a magazine, loaded the gun and began to walk down the hallway of the home she shared with her boyfriend. As she walked past the entrance to the room where
Florence Ann Breckenridge, 73, of Malvern, passed away at her home Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022. Born May 26, 1948, in Canton, she was a daugther to Ralph and Helen (Hodge) Martin. Florence enjoyed collecting things from flea markets, playing cards and helping her husband with the flowers. Florence is survived by her husband of 54 years, James Breckenridge; a daughter, Casandra Breckenridge of Henderson, NV; two sons, James M. and
By Carol McIntire Editor A jury of four men and eight women will decide if Audrey Cole (also as Audrey Branch) acted in self-defense or murdered Michael Mott when she shot him May 3, 2021, at a home they shared near Mechanicstown. During opening statements late Monday morning, Carroll County Prosecuting Attorney Steven D. Barnett told the jury Cole pulled an AR 15 out from under a bed, went to
By Carol McIntire Editor Carrollton council talked money – a storage of it in 2021 and the need for more of it in the 2022 budget – with Police Chief Tim Timberlake and Sergeant Geno Cook for nearly an hour during the Jan. 24 council meeting. Council approved appropriations for 2022 at the Dec. 10 meeting which included just over $1 million ($1,001,500) for the police department. That figure does
The showdown between unbeaten Carrollton and Minerva bowling teams was postponed until this Friday, Feb. 4 at Carroll Lanes. Both teams are undefeated in Eastern Buckeye Conference (EBC) and Stark County Bowling Conference action. The two teams will face off at 4 p.m. at Carroll Lanes with the EBC and Stark County league championships at stake.
CCM Staff Report Michael Minor recorded a double-double and four Hornets scored in double figures as Malvern picked up an 84-71 Inter Valley Conference road win over Tuscarawas Central Catholic Jan. 25. Michael Minor scored a game high 27 points and grabbed 12 of his team’s 30 rebounds. KJ Thomas added 17 points, Dylan Phillips 15 and Mitchell Minor 12. All 12-of Mitchell Minor’s points came from 3-point range. Michael
By Eric Lowe CCM Contributor Edison Local Superintendent Bill Beattie praised the efforts of a bus driver involved in an accident last Wednesday on SR 43 in East Springfield. Beattie said no students were injured, thanks to the skills of driver Vanessa Scott. An exclusive video of the incident taking place shows both tires, hub, and axle on the driver side detaching from her bus and flying into oncoming traffic,
To the Editor: Are we asking the right questions? While observing the state of our political theater the last decade, it has caused a worrisome feeling within my spirit that has prompted me to write my first letter. Whether you are Republican, Democrat or Independent, we must ask ourselves – are we fighting for a team or are we fighting for our country? I have witnessed for years unbelievable verbal
To the Editor: On behalf of the Malvern Community Development Fund Board of Trustees, I want to thank everyone who helped to make Malvern festive with the small and large Christmas trees. Nevin and Barb Crater donated the large community tree, they sponsored in one of the first Christmas tree projects in Malvern. Jamie Shoemaker, Jeff Burgess and Ryan Lawson cut the tree down, moved it and put lights on it. 2021 planters
Off-Street Parking Off-street parking available in downtown Carrollton. Paved lot. Close to Courthouse and Public Square. Reasonable rates. Call 330-691-0118 or 330-805-7642. Buying Guns 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. Wanted Standing Timber & Walnut Trees. CALL Carroll County Logging 330-738-2050 or 440-897-0863 Local and 25 Years Experience! Household Sofa
Charles Paul Kirkland, 83, of Mechanicstown, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022. Born Dec. 13,1938, in Bellaire, OH, he was a son to the late Paul B. and Goldie E. (McFadden) Kirkland. He married Bonny L. (Crall) Kirkland Aug. 16, 1958. Charlie worked at G.M. Lordstown for over 40 years. His hobby was his farming raising beef and later dairy cows. He lived in Mechanicstown since 1976, coming from Portage
Stanley R. Wendell, 78, of Carrollton passed away in his home Jan. 16, 2022, after being ill for several years. Born April 16, 1943, in Canton, he was a son to the late Ralph and Mary Wendell. On May 25, 1963, Stanley married Betty Jean Marteney, who survives. They had three children, Tammee Burgan-McIntyre, Jeffrey (Connie) Wendell and Abbi (John R.) Gallon. He also is survived by eight grandchildren, Amanda (Ronald)
Gregory A. Hole, 68, of Scio, died Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022, in Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital in Canton. Born May 30, 1953, in Canton, he was a son to Mary Jane (Stiffler) Hole and the late Robert Hole. He was the owner of Alpha Heating and Cooling for over 30 years. He was a member of Carrollton Believers Fellowship. He was a member of the Patriot Guard and Carrollton Eagles. In
Gary “Butch” Wartluft Jr., 53, of Mechanicstown, passed away Friday, Jan. 28, 2022, after a short illness. Born April 8, 1968, in Canton, he was a son to Gary and Eva “Cookie” Marie (Albert) Wartluft. Butch attended Buckeye Vocational School and graduated from Carrollton High School in 1986. He married Melanie Anne Ketchum on June 23, 1990. He had worked at Republic Storage for 28 years and later worked at Ambaflex for
Sarah Geraldine “Gerri” Lemley, 90, of Carrollton, went home to be with the Lord Friday, Jan. 28, 2022. Born Nov. 8, 1931, in Greene County, PA, she was a daughter of the late Eli and Nellie (Smith) Null. Gerri, as she was affectionately known by family and friends, married Donald E. “Red” Lemley on Dec. 25, 1948. He preceded her in death Nov. 11, 1995. She was also preceded in death by
Penny Lynn Frame, 59, of Scio, passed away Monday, Jan. 24, 2022, at Aultman Alliance Community Hospital. Born April 19, 1962, in Alliance, she was a daughter to Virginia M. Bates and the late Ralph Millard. Penny was a dedicated supporter of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and enjoyed volunteering for the Perry Twp. Fire Department fundraisers. She loved her family above everything, and especially time with her grandchildren. Along with
Lynn A. McConnell, 74, of Mechanicstown, passed away in his home early Tuesday morning Jan. 25, 2022. Born May 30, 1947, in Canton, he was a son of the late Kenneth and Virginia Harrison McConnell. Lynn owned and operated The Antenna Supply Co. for 42 years and was president of the Carroll Amateur Radio Society. He was an avid bowler and cat lover. He enjoyed being a vender at local craft shows where
Noelia Ann Buxton, 62, of Bexley, OH, passed away Jan. 18, 2022, at her home in Bexley. She is preceded in death by father, Juan Joseph Sharpe; adoptive father, Walter Leroy Morgan; mother, Joann Messina; and sister, Michele Straight. Noelia is survived by her husband, James T. Buxton of Bexley; brothers, Steve Morgan of New Philadelphia and Mike Morgan of Wisconsin; half-sisters, Marilyn, Marcie and Dinora of Las Vegas, NV,
Dallas Henry Logan, 67, of Perry Township, Carroll County, passed away Jan. 22, 2022, after a period of declining health, on the family farm where he was raised. Born Feb. 17, 1954, he was a son to the late H. Roy and Opal (Walters) Logan. Dallas attended Perrysville Local grade school through the eighth grade and graduated from Carrollton High School in 1972. He was a lifelong farmer along with
Off-Street Parking Off-street parking available in downtown Carrollton. Paved lot. Close to Courthouse and Public Square. Reasonable rates. Call 330-691-0118 or 330-805-7642. Buying Guns 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. Wanted Standing Timber & Walnut Trees. CALL Carroll County Logging 330-738-2050 or 440-897-0863 Local and 25 Years Experience! Household Sofa
A pair of seventh graders swept the top two places in the Carrollton Middle School Spelling Bee. Hayden Hixenbaugh claimed the championship crown by correctly spelling l-o-c-o-m-o-t-i-o-n. Rhemee Beadnell was the runner-up. Organizer Tim Albrecht said the middle school spelling bee included 19 participants from the sixth, seventh and eighth grades. Teachers in each grade conducted spelling competitions in the classroom with a designated number from each grade advancing to
Conotton Valley bowling swept the Ohio Valley Athletic Conference (OVAC) championships, winning not only the top team awards in the small school division, but also top boys and girls awards as well Jan. 22 at St. Clair Lanes in St. Clairsville. All teams bowled three individual games, where five bowlers bowl three games each, and four bakers, where the five bowlers work together to bowl a game. Girls title The
Three individuals are in county jail after a deputy found them committing burglary in East Twp. According to Sheriff Dale R. Williams, Captain Jonathon Kampfer was on his way home at 2:14 a.m. near the intersection of Apollo and Aurora roads. Kampfer noticed a vehicle at the Toalston property and foot tracks in the snow. A previous burglary had taken place at the property. The foot tracks were in and
By Leigh Ann Rutledge Associate Editor The village of Carrollton has a busy year of projects planned; some evident and some not, according to Village Administrator Mark Wells. Projects ranging from sidewalk installation, street paving and water/sewer/gas line repairs to flooding issues and a community park, improvements will be continuous within the village. Sidewalk Project The SR 332 Sidewalk Project is one of the biggest projects the village has in
Mondays – Lunch 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. by donation at the Warren Twp. Community Center on SR 212 in New Cumberland. Includes many sides, dessert and a drink. Plus, The Loft Resale Shop is open 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Tuesdays – Carrollton Rotary Club meets at St. John’s Villa at noon. Wednesdays – Story Time for ages 0-5 and their caregivers at Minerva Library 10:30-11 a.m. Songs, stories,
The jury trial of Audrey Cole, also known as Audrey Branch, is scheduled to begin Jan. 31 in Carroll County Common Pleas Court. The trial has been rescheduled twice, originally set for Oct. 4, 2021, and then rescheduled for Dec. 6, 2021, and now Jan. 31. Cole, 34, is charged with murder and felonious assault in the May 3, 2021, shooting death of Matthew Michael Mott, with whom she resided,
The Jan. 26 issue of The Carroll County Messenger is on newsstands this afternoon. Thinking of running for election? Find out the requirements for the May primary; catch up on area government news and how law enforcement is keeping the county safe. With piles of snow apparent, find out how winter storm Izzy compared to other storms over the years. Plus read about the OVAC champion bowlers from Conotton Valley,
Merle R. Walters, 89, formerly of Scio (Perrysville), died peacefully Saturday morning, Jan. 22, 2022, in Carroll Golden Age Retreat at Carrollton following an extended illness. Born Sept. 29, 1932, in Carrollton, he was the son of the late Roy Leonard and Gilcy Kirby Walters. His wife, Elizabeth P. “Libby” McGary Walters, whom he married June 15, 1958, passed away Oct. 12, 2015. In addition to his wife and parents,
David H. Walter, 80, of Carrollton, passed away Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, at Woodlawn Compassionate Care Center in Canton. Born March 10, 1941, in Canton, he was a son of the late Robert S. and Delores Kisner Walter. David was a 1959 graduate of Carrollton High School and went on to serve four years in the United States Air Force. He worked for 22 years at Timken in Canton and was
Raymond Brian Hellyer Sr., 56, of Litchfield, OH, passed away Friday morning, Jan. 21, 2022, at the Louis Stokes VA Medical Center in Cleveland. Born April 3, 1965, in Alliance, he was a son of Raymond A. Hellyer and Ruth Ann Miller. Brian served his country enlisting in the United States Army after graduating from Springfield High School. Brian was larger than life, the loudest person in the room and
By Eric Lowe CCM Reporter The colder the weather is for an extended period of time; the more water main breaks occured. This happened in Jefferson County, affecting many villages on the northern end of the county, when a 12-inch main line incased in another line ruptured in East Springfield Sunday evening, Jan. 23. Water use caused the main supply tower in East Springfield to run dry Monday morning, causing
Dawn M. Seabolt, 63, of Malvern, passed away Sunday evening Jan. 16, 2022, in Canton. Born Feb. 10, 1958, in Green, she was a daughter of the late Donald and Veranetta Simcoe Compher. Dawn is survived by sons, David (Tammy) Wright and Adam Wright; daughters, Tiffany (Micheal) Trimm, Dawna (Justin) Brady and Amanda (Sonny) Wood; 24 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; and five siblings, Dale Compher, Vicki Campbell, David Compher, Vonna
James Steven Selogy ll, 61, of Carrollton, passed away Jan. 16, 2022. Born Jan. 10, 1961, in Canton, he was a son to the late James S. Selogy and Donna M. Selogy. Jim was a carpenter by trade where he built custom furniture. He was an avid outdoorsman, hunting and fishing. He took pride in mowing his yard. Jim worked at Kopp Clay and the Minerva Dairy. He is survived
