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An open house is planned Dec. 8 for a new hub in Carrollton to support foster, adoptive and kinship families known as The Willow House. The facility is located at 351 Park Ave. NE, Carrollton. The open house will be held from 2-4 p.m. Willow House includes a clothing closet, space for visits with biological families, support group meeting space, freezer meal prep kitchen and care bag and assembly storage.

Hunters across Ohio checked 26,667 white-tailed deer Dec. 2 during the opening day of the weeklong gun hunting season, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. This is the highest harvest for opening day since 2012 (29,297). Ohio’s seven-day gun season is open until Dec. 8, with an additional gun hunting weekend on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 21-22. This year’s opening day harvest total includes

The McCook House Museum will be open this weekend to showcase the historic home and an array of Christmas trees.  Twenty local groups and families decorated trees for viewing Dec. 6  and 7 from 1 to 8 p.m. both days.  Participants who decorated trees include the Suburban Garden Club, Carrollton Garden Club, Lucky Stars 4-H Club, Stillfork 4-H Club, Cub Scouts Pack 141, Boy Scouts Troop 141, Becknell family, Harter family,

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a Thanksgiving Day crash that killed a 2024 graduate of Malvern High School. According to Lt. Johnnie Maier of the New Philadelphia Post, Ethan Pistory of Kensington died from injuries he sustained in the one-vehicle crash on Lemon Rd. near Lilly Rd. in Brown Twp. at approximately 2:18 p.m. Maier said Pistory was driving a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado three-quarter ton pickup eastbound on

 Jennifer Burns has been named director of Carroll County Job and Family Services (JFS), succeeding longtime director Kate Offenberger. The announcement was made last week by Commissioner Christopher Modranski on behalf of Carroll County Commissioners, who said Burns has “dedicated her career to serving Carroll County.” She will step into her new role Feb. 1, 2025. The Minerva resident began her career with Carroll County in December 1998 at JFS,

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Hundreds of Carrollton area residents braved the cold to get a glimpse of Santa Claus and the annual Carrollton Christmas  Parade Nov. 30.  Santa felt right at home in Carrollton with the 20 some degree temperature to rival the North Pole. “The Spirit of Christmas” was the theme of the parade which carried on beyond just that spectacle. Wonderous beautiful lights adorned Public Square area and

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Malvern Council discussed office business and village improvements such as the lights on the downtown bridge at the Nov. 18 meeting. Fiscal Officer Ashley Neading reported Malvern Administrative Assistant Teri Foster has been working very hard on transitioning software for the water billing.  “The last data pull is done and went smoothly,” said Neading. “Teri now knows how to do everything such as billing and

To the Editor:      On behalf of the Carroll County Animal Protection League’s officers, board of directors and awesome members, we wish to thank all the 117 attendees, the following individuals and businesses for their great silent auction items and their monetary sponsorships for our 14th annual Benefit Dinner and Silent Auction, held Nov. 9 at the Minerva Community Building.  We raised more than $14,000 to be applied to the cost

Pleasant Grove Chapel is inviting the public to attend a special walk-through of the wooded grounds of the church Dec. 15.  Known as O’Holy Night, the walk will begin at 5:30 p.m. and start in the gazebo and conclude at the stable. Luminaries and paper globes will help light the way. The event will feature friendly animals, music, sweet child actors and a newborn portraying baby Jesus. Pleasant Grove Chapel

By Carol McIntire CCM Editor An East Canton man will spend the next four years in prison for aggravated vehicular assault in connection with a July car-motorcycle accident in Carroll County.  Carroll County Common Pleas Court Judge Michael V. Repella, II, sentenced Andrew Cartwright, 28, to the prison term Nov. 14 after Cartwright accepted a plea deal. In exchange for the prosecution agreeing to nolle (agreed not to prosecute) a

By Carol McIntire Editor 2025 dog licenses for Carroll County go on sale Dec. 1 under a new licensing system.  Officials in the Carroll County Auditor’s office, which is responsible for licensing dogs in the county, said all dog licenses must be purchased online, beginning this year.  Auditor Lynn Fairclough is partnering with DocuPet, an online pet profile and lost pet licensing platform to provide the service. The cost of

The Carrollton Suburban Garden Club is once again teaming up with the Carroll County Arts Center for a unique fundraiser. Club members are creating unique fresh pine arrangements which will be offered for sale during an event known as “Pine Art” at the Carrollton arts center.  The profit from the creations will support the garden club’s community-based projects.  Arrangements will be available at the 204 W. Main St. center from

Carrollton The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce is heading up a Shop Small Week promotion to kick off the holiday season Nov. 25-30.“We are thrilled to bring back our annual shop small week,” said Chelsa Slutz, director of the Chamber of Commerce. “Shop small encourages the community to shop small and local. This initiative highlights the importance of local businesses & promotes our local economy. Small businesses are the backbone

An open house is planned this Friday (Nov. 22) to celebrate the opening of a new senior housing complex in Carrollton. Hosted by WODA Cooper Companies, which oversees leasing and property management for the facility, will serve as hosts for the event, scheduled from noon until 5 p.m. at the 1059 Mace Rd. NE, Carrollton, location. WODA officials said the afternoon event will provide an opportunity for prospective residents and

By Carol McIntire Editor The 2024 holiday season kicks off in Carrollton the weekend of Nov. 30 with the lighting of Public Square holiday lights, Christmas Downtown Window Reveal, Shop  Small Saturday and the annual Christmas parade. Santa and Mrs. Claus are expected to make their first official visit to Carrollton amid a bright illumination of festive lights in the annual Christmas Parade Nov. 30. The theme is “Spirit of Christmas.”

Buckeye Career Center Superintendent Bob Alsept released the following statement concerning a lockdown at the facility this morning: “Buckeye Career Center was placed on a soft lockdown this morning due to an electronic threat that was received by a student from a family member. In an abundance of caution, we secured all students, staff and visitors from Tusky Valley, TCC, and Carrollton. Working with the New Phila Police Department, the

A Wintersville woman was indicted on several charges stemming from an Oct. 21 assault in Carrollton and for assaulting law enforcement officers in the county jail Oct. 29.  AMBER LEE LAMANNA, 47, was indicted on Aggravated Burglary, Harassment by Inmate, a fifth-degree felony, Assault, a fifth-degree felony, Assault, a fourth-degree felony and one count of Assault, a first-degree misdemeanor.  Carroll County Prosecuting Attorney Steven D. Barnett said Lamanna is accused

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost filed a lawsuit in Carroll County Common Pleas Court last week against a Carroll County contractor for violations of the Consumer Sale Practices Act (CSPA). The complaint was filed against Augustine A. Musisca of 6048 Mackel Rd. NE, Carrollton, Musisca Construction Company and Musisca & Sons Construction, LLC. According to the company’s Better Business Profile, Musisca Construction company was established in September 2022 as a

According to Carroll County Board of Elections results sheets, 74.9 percent of the 18,326 registered voters cast ballots in the Nov. 5 general election. Following are the unofficial election results, which were reported by 10 p.m. President: Richard Duncan (NPA): 44 Kamala Harris (DEM):3,038 Chase Oliver (Lib): 49 Peter Sonski (Oth): 20 Donald Trump (GOP: 10,444 U.S. Senate Sherrod Brown (Dem): 3,504 Don Kissick (Lib): 561 Bernie Moreno (GOP): 9,392

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Don’s Custom Meats was awarded a plaque and recognized as an Excellent Processor and ally to the Ohio Division of Wildlife on Oct. 23.  Carroll County Game Warden Scott Cartwright and other officials including former Carroll County Game Warden Dan Shroyer met Don Pontones’ son, Don Jr. and wife, Kathy, at Don’s Custom Meats to present the award.  “Don’s Custom Meats is outstanding to work

By Carol McIntire Editor A Carroll County woman was one of two persons who recently received Saved by the Belt license plates and certificates from the New Philadelphia Post of the Ohio StateHighway Patrol in front of racing fans at Midvale Speedway. Oliviaa Hull, 19, of Carroll County was involved in a vehicle crash Aug. 12 on SR 171 with rather unique circumstances, according to Lt. Johnnie H. Maier of

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Carrollton Council discussed the potential political signs lawsuit presented at the last meeting and approved a new councilman at its Oct. 28 meeting.  Council received three letters of interest from village residents for consideration to replace former councilman Corey Yeager who stepped down due to health reasons.  After an eight-minute executive session, Travis Parker was voted in fill the vacant seat. Parker, who was not

Firefighters from six departments used ATVs and four-wheel drive apparatus to battle a forest fire in East Twp.

It’s time to “fall back” and gain an hour of sleep Nov. 3 at 2 a.m.

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Commissioners discussed building and grounds maintenance at its Oct. 21 and Oct. 24 meetings. Commissioner Donald Leggett II and Building and Maintenance Supervisor Ed Eick explained to the board they have been checking out roofing estimates for the annex building. “Through the architect Habenstab there were too many discrepancies and I believe this is why there were no bids,” said Eick. “Some companies told me

By Carol McIntire Editor  Mel Hale of Grafton drove nearly two hours to share his rare Allis-Chalmers IB tractor with visitors at the Carroll County Antique Collectors Club show Oct. 18-20 at the Carroll County Fairgrounds.  Hale said he saw an ad in an antique show magazine for the Carroll County show stating the Allis-Chalmer was to be the featured tractor.  “You rarely see an IB anywhere, so I thought

By Jacquie Humphrey CCM Correspondent Conotton Valley school board members approved a settlement in a lawsuit involving the construction of the Rocket Center. During the October school board meeting, Superintendent John Zucal said he was notified late in the day Friday preceding the Oct. 17 meeting an agreement of $2.2 million was offered from VendRick and Holabird & Root in the lawsuit, which dates to November 2022. Zucal apologized to

CCM Staff Report With the Nov. 5 general election less than a week away, Carroll County Board of Elections officials are gearing up for a large turnout on election day. “We are anticipating a 75-80 percent voter turnout,” noted Director Cheri Whipkey. “As of Oct. 24, we were a little over 100 voters down from what we were in 2020 but, without COVID we are about where we usually are

The curtain closed on the 53rd annual Algonquin Mill Fall Festival Oct. 13 after three days of picture-perfect weather. Jennifer Cramer, president of the Carroll County Historical Society, sponsors of the event, noted opening day (Friday) started out with 33-degree temperatures “in the valley.”  “We had a thunderstorm roll through Sunday morning,” she said. However, the picture-perfect weather drew a large crowd Saturday. “We had 20,000-plus visitors come out to

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter October is a big month for Edith and Jay Newbold, who share a remarkable 77 years of marriage as well as 96 and soon to be 97 years of life.  Edith was born on Sept. 23, 1928 and Jay was born Oct. 25, 1927. They were married on Oct. 18, 1947 in Maysville, Kentucky. They have five children including four boys, Jim, Lee, Tom and

Trick-or-Treat events *Carrollton: Oct. 31, 5-7 p.m. *Malvern: Oct. 31, 5-6:30 p.m. *Sherrodsville: Oct. 31, 6-7:30 p.m. *Dellroy: Oct. 31, 5:30-7 p.m. *Minerva: Oct. 31, 4:30-6:30 p.m. *Leesville:  Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.  *Amsterdam: Nov. 2, 3-6 p.m. for the village. Amsterdam Community Church of God Trunk or Treat is set for 4-6 p.m.Participating residents  should turn their porch light on. COMMUNITY EVENTS *Perrysville: Community Halloween Party Oct. 26, 6:30-8 p.m. at Perry Township

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Carrollton officials are reviewing a village ordinance after receiving an email letter from Associate Council Nathan Moelker of the American Center for Law & Justice informing the village its political signs ordinance is a violation of First Amendment rights and stating, “there could be legal action.”  The document states the American Center for Law & Justice represents Denise and Kerry Green, residents of Carrollton, regarding

The 17th annual Journey production is set to take place Oct. 20 at 3 p.m. at Pleasant Grove Chapel. The eye-witness account will be held on the wooded grounds of the chapel and features several full-size structures called lampposts. Some include: the stable in Bethlehem, abandoned fishing boats, the upper room, the garden of Gethsemane, the empty tomb and more. Based on the passage from Psalm 119:105, “Your word is a lamp

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter The Carroll County Republican Party held its 2024 Fall Dinner at the Diamond Lake Event Barn in Scio Oct. 10.  The message for the evening was clear, encouraging early voting and a No vote on Issue 1.  The evening featured guest keynote speaker National Military and Mother of the Year Brook Harless and a special surprise visit from Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose.  Carroll

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter A large mustache sculpture honoring longtime Minerva Mayor Jim Waller was dedicated with his family in Waller’s memory on Oct. 11.  The sculpture was funded by Minerva Arts Council, the village of Minerva, Village Councilman Nathan Meadows, Greg and Cathy Horn and Phil and Emily Turske. It was conceptualized by Nathan Meadows and created by artist David McDowell. Meadows kicked off the dedication and unveiling

Brown Local Schools and Aultman Health will celebrate a partnership to bring a new school-based health center to the district with a groundbreaking ceremony Oct. 22 at 9 a.m. The ceremony will be held at the school, located at 3242 Coral Rd. NW, Malvern. The Malvern Community Learning and Wellness Center is funded by a $3,514,100 grant, which is part of Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s ongoing investment in Ohio’s Appalachia

By Carol McIntire Editor Amsterdam Mayor Jim Phillips and members of village council publicly expressed appreciation to Jefferson County commissioners and the Charles M. Pugliese and Thelma M. Pugliese Foundation during a ceremony Oct. 9 at Doc Rogers Park.  The ceremony included the dedication of a plaque for the funds provided by commissioners through the county’s recreational grant program and the Pugliese Foundation. “Since I took over as mayor about six

A Magnolia man was indicted on multiple felony charges involving the pandering of sexually oriented material involving juveniles by a Carroll County grand jury.  David D. DeFord, 55, of 151 South Cline Ave., Magnolia, was indicted on 24 counts of Pandering Sexually Oriented Material Involving a Minor, all second-degree felonies, and 12 counts of Pandering Sexually Oriented Matter Involving a Minor, each a fourth-degree felony. Carroll County Prosecuting Attorney Steven

By Thomas Clapper CCM Reporter Autumn Whitacre of Autumn Acres Mini Pigs in Minerva has always loved pigs and turned her love into a business network including mini pig breeding, training and the no. 2 pig podcast worldwide. Always loving pigs, Autumn saw a little pig at a pet store in Louisville in 2004 and purchased little Oscar. Oscar sadly only lived until he was two and a half years

By Carol McIntire Editor Senior Kaelyn Stewart was crowned the 2024 Carrollton High School fall homecoming queen during a ceremony prior to the Carrollton v Alliance football game Friday night at Community Field..  Stewart was crowned by eight-year-old Ella Zehentbauer and was presented a trophy and flowers by classmates.  Zehentbauer is the daughter of Carrollton teacher Lindsay Zehentbauer, who is a junior class advisor. Stewart is the daughter of Tim

by Carol McIntire Editor Postal workers who are members of the American Postal Workers Union (APWU) rallied outside the Minerva Post Office Oct. 1 as part of a nationwide Day of Action. According to Carmine Russo, president of the Canton, OH, area local that covers 80 post offices, the rally was to bring awareness about the United States Postal Service’s substandard performance on mail delivery to the communities it serves. 

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose reminded Ohioans today that only a few hours remain to register to vote in the 2024 general election. “If you’re not registered to vote by the end of today, you won’t be able to cast a ballot in what could be one of the most consequential elections of our lifetime,” said Secretary LaRose. “Any eligible Ohioan who’s a citizen of the United States can