Author: Thomas Clapper

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Kessler’s Pizza brings more variety to the Carrollton pizza scene and offers custom made pizzas in a variety of ways.  Owners Rachelle and Kurt Kessler decided it was time to open their own pizzeria about a year ago and haven’t looked back since the first day on Sept. 26.  “We are not opening to bring competition to the pizza world in Carrollton,” said Rachelle. “When

By Carol McIntire Editor If you’ve been an auto mechanic most of your life and have a substantial collection of hubcaps, what do you do with them? If you are longtime mechanic Parke Butterfied, his wife, Betty, and son Kevin, you create a hubcap Christmas tree and share it with others! Parke and Betty, who reside at 301 2nd St. SW, Carrollton, got the idea from a car show they

By Carol McIntire Editor Ceremonies in Grandview and Westview cemeteries in Carrollton were two of over 4,100 locations where live pine wreaths were placed on the graves of veterans as part of the Wreaths Across America program Dec. 16.  Emily Ayers and Kim Berry headed ceremonies and wreath placements at the two cemeteries, the first time such a ceremony has taken place in Carrollton. The sisters conducted research to locate

Twenty new members were inducted into the Carrollton High School chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) during a Nov. 20 ceremony in the high school performing arts center. To qualify for induction, junior and senior students must have a minimum 3.4 grade point average (GPA), make application for NHS induction, and be evaluated by the high school faculty in the areas of Leadership, Character and Service.  Those students selected

Grayson Rodgers and Ashlee Garner are Carrollton High School’s December students of the month. Grayson is the son of Craig and Jessica Rodgers and he has two brothers, ages 13 and 9. He is a four year letter winner on the Carrollton Cross Country team. Currently, I am on the Academic Challenge team out of school. I am involved in the More Life and Mount Pleasant Youth group. Special hobbies

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Director of Loaves & Fishes Gordon Warner and members of the Carroll County Ministerial Association visited Carroll County Commissioners Dec. 4 to seek answers regarding Loaves & Fishes and St. Vincent De Paul having to vacate the annex building.  “I want to make it very clear that the commissioners have not wronged Loaves & Fishes or the Carroll County Ministerial Association any way nor do

By Carol McIntireEditorPaul Gomez earned himself a steak dinner as the winner of the Carrollton School District Spelling Bee for grades 6-8 – preferably a “SIRLOIN” steak dinner.Gomez became a two-time spelling bee champion Dec. 5 when he correctly spelled the word SIRLOIN after correctly spelling NIECE, the word which tripped up second place winner Nadia Grimes. Grimes put the letter “e” before the “i” in niece.Both students are veterans

Girl Scout Troop #60106 donated 40 cat boxes Nov. 22 to the Carroll County Animal Protection League for cats to seek shelter this winter.Girl Scouts Cara Cook, Alaina Moore, Addilyn Yingling and Kada Manbeck each made several boxes and are striving for their silver award offering up to 50 hours of community service. Their scout leader is Corinna Cook.Each cat box has insulated boards inside with small dishes and treats

The newly opened Radiant Ridgeline Salon in Kilgore has a goal of providing customers with a positive experience in a fast-paced world of negative messages.Owner Cammy Grapp offers hair care for the entire family, manicures, massage chair, pedicures, and nails including luminary, gel and acrylic nails.“In a fast-paced world of negative messages I want to provide a service and location that will relay the message of each person being important

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Marianne and Jim Fisher, co-owners of the Carrollton Downtown Alley bring history and interesting antiquities to downtown Carrollton.  “Jim and I have collected for our 42 years of married life,” said Marianne Fisher. “It was my idea and dream to always open an antique and collectibles shop.” Marianne retired from the Amsterdam post office in 2020 after 23 years of service.  “I like to do

Carroll County dog licenses are on sale now through Jan. 31 for the 2024 year. After Jan. 31, late fees will apply.The cost is $16 for a one-year tag, $48 for a three-year tag, $80 for a kennel license and $160 for a permanent tag. All kennel licenses must be purchased in the auditor’s office and must have a valid vendors license at the time of purchase.Licenses can be obtained

By Carol McIntireEditorTis the season for twinkling lights and piling the family in the car and touring the county to look at holiday lights displays,New this year is a drive-through display at A1 Twin Valley Campgrounds near Harlem Springs.Owner Roger Bruecknet said the family-friendly display is a joint effort between himself and two year-round campers, Fred and Lori Ayers,“I couldn’t do it without them,” Bruecknet said. “They put their hearts

Minerva’s historic North Market Street will be transformed into a Downtown Wonderland on Saturday, Dec. 2, 3-6 p.m., with a wide variety of free Christmas treats, crafts, activities, music and more, as well as the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus.The theme is Polar Express, and everyone of all ages is invited to wear pajamas. The Christmas parade will step off at 3 p.m. from Minerva Elementary School, proceeding up

Christ Community Church in Dellroy plans to host its 3rd annual live Nativity Dec. 9 with three show times.Visitors will experience the arrival of Mary and Joseph in Bethlehem, sing along with traditional Christmas Carols while the cry of the newborn Christ Child fills the air and watch Angels herald His birth as shepherds come to worship at the manger.Firepits, beautiful sets and period costumes enhance the sacred evening. Homemade

By Carol McIntireEditorThe 2023 holiday season arrived in Carrollton amid colorful holiday lights, the smiling faces of children and that oh, so familiar Ho, Ho, Ho Merry Christmas! from Santa Claus.Santa and Mrs. Claus arrived in the village during the Nov. 25 annual Christmas parade, which traditionally kicks off the season. The parade was moved to a 6 p.m. start last season. Participants took full advantage of the evening start

The Arbors at Minerva is hosting an Opening Minds Through Art (OMA) show and auction Dec. 4 from 6-9 p.m. at the 400 Carolyn Court facility.  Opening Minds Through Art is an intergenerational art-making program for people with dementia. It was created by experts at the Scripps Gerontology Center at Ohio Miami University over 10 years ago. It has won several awards and been featured in many scholarly articles. You

A ribbon cutting ceremony marked the opening of the new Aultman Orrville Carrollton Schools Health Center at the Carrollton High School/ Middle School complex on Scio Rd. Nov. 17. The facility is the first brick and mortar clinic of its kind, bringing together a school district and a health facility that provides primary care services to both students and the general public.  Funds for the project were secured through a

Suburban Garden Club and Carroll County Arts Center are collaborating for a new event known as Fine Art – Pine Art.  Beginning Dec. 1, garden club members will create arrangements, swags, centerpieces, wreaths and, basically anything made with pine and other greenery. The items will be on display for purchase at the Arts Center, located on Main St. in Carrollton.  Club officials noted items will be moderately priced and proceeds

The communities of Carrollton and Minerva will kick off the holiday season over the next two weeks with parades and a variety of events. The Carrollton parade is scheduled Saturday, Nov. 25, at 6 p.m. The theme is Christmas Movie Magic.  Lineup is from 4:30-5:30 p.m. on 3rd St. off Park Ave.  Pre-registration is not required. Categories include White Christmas Award, Rudolph Award, Polar Express Award, Elf Award, Christmas Vacation Award