Author: Thomas Clapper

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

A Massillon man is being held in the Carroll County jail on a $.5 million bond after being indicted by a Carroll County grand jury Nov. 1. Michael J. Geckler, 20, was indicted on two counts of Attempted Murder, and Felonious Assault in connection with a Sept. 30 attack on a Carrollton teen at a King Rd. residence. Carroll County Prosecuting Attorney Steven D. Barnett said Geckler purposedly shot the

A ribbon cutting ceremony is planned Nov. 17 at 10 a.m. to mark the opening of the new Aultman Orrville Carrollton Schools Health Center at the Carrollton High School/ Middle School complex on Scio Rd. A free community open house will be held in the center  following the ceremony until 12:30 p.m.  Through a partnership between Aultman and Carrollton Schools, the Aultman Orrville Carrollton Schools Health Center will provide wellness exams,

One hundred and ninety-five Carrollton Middle School 7th and 8th grade students ventured to Washington D.C. for a memorable experience October 17th-19th.  Students had the opportunity to tour our nation’s capital and visit many historic sites during their three-day adventure.  A few of the students’ favorite stops on the itinerary included the Udvar Hazy Smithsonian where they were able to get an upclose look at the space shuttle Discovery, the Lincoln Memorial, George and

The dedication of a sculpture honoring William Powell will take place Thursday, Nov. 16, 4 p.m., on the grounds of Minerva Public Library. The sculpture was commissioned by Minerva Arts Council with the cooperation of the Powell family and created by Canton artist Patrick Buckohr.  Powell, a Minerva High School graduate, was a businessman, entrepreneur, veteran and pioneering golf course owner who designed Clearview Golf Club, the first integrated golf

Minerva will host “An Afternoon on the Battlefield: Honoring All Who Served,” a Veterans Day event on Saturday, Nov. 11, 1:30 p.m., at the Roxy Theatre. All veterans and community members are encouraged to attend. Doors will open at 1 p.m. and the event will feature music from the WWII era, recognition of all veterans, light refreshments, and a screening of “Memoirs of WWII: Bill Pilati,” a short film by

By Carol McIntire Editor The public will get its first peek at the progress inside the Carroll County Animal Protection League’s (CCAPL) no-kill animal shelter during a Nov. 12 open house.  The event will be held at the 4901 Canton Rd., Carrollton, facility from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and feature tours, showcasing the facility and updating the community on what is yet to be done before the shelter can

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Carrollton Village Council voted to contact the Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) to investigate a million-dollar certificate of deposit (CD) and irregularities in the golf cart amendments.  “I don’t like to have to do this, but I am making the motion for (village solicitor) Clark Battista to immediately call BCI,” said Councilman Dan Locke who made the original motion after a discussion. “We have some

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter S&S Farm Equipment is raffling off a limited-edition Pink BH216 Cutter by Bush Hog with proceeds going to the American Cancer Society.  “I am a firm believer that to put out good will into the world, it will come back,” said owner Bud Smith. “As soon as I saw the email about this, I put an order in immediately to help.”  The pink Bush Hog

By Carol McIntireEditorTwo Carrollton sisters are leading an effort to place live holiday wreaths on the graves of veterans in Grandview and Westview cemeteries this holiday season.Emilee Boring Ayers and Kimberly Boring Berry are spearheading the campaign through an organization known as Wreaths Across America (WAA).The group’s mission is simple: Remember the fallen. Remember those who serve. Teach the next generation the value of freedom. Founded in 2007 and headquartered