Category: Local

CCM Staff Report Visiting Judge Lindon D. Lewis will decide if the voluntary manslaughter case of a Carroll County sheriff deputy moves forward or is dismissed. Attorney Kimberly Kendall Corral, attorney for sheriff deputy Jacob Baker, filed a motion to dismiss the case Dec. 11, stating a charge of voluntary manslaughter cannot be constitutionally applied to law enforcement and creates a legal impossibility. Jason P. Reese, Canton city prosecutor, who

Regardless of the weather, Public Square will be filled with “Snowmen on the Square” from Feb. 15-27. Sponsored by the Carroll County Convention and Visitors Bureau (CCCVB) and Carrollton First United Methodist Church, the event is open to families and individuals, schools, community groups, civic organizations, clubs and company teams. Snowmen can be constructed offsite and may be dropped off  Feb. 14 at noon. Construction onsite will take place 11

By Carol McIntire Editor Carroll County is beginning rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine to senior citizens this week. In her weekly report, Kelly Engelhart, director of nursing at the county general health district, said vaccinations for those 80 and over will begin with a drive-thru clinic Jan. 20 at the county transit building, 2205 Commerce Dr., just off SR 9 across from the Golden Age Retreat. Clinics will be held

January is National Mentoring Month and Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of East Central Ohio is celebrating those who already volunteer as mentors, “Bigs”, and is recruiting volunteers. Every January, the news is full of the same stories: people are trying to eat more healthy, hit the gym more often. This year, Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Central Ohio is changing that story and asking, “What if this year,

Carroll County General Health District officials were notified of two additional COVID-19 deaths last week. Kelly Engelhart, director of nursing, said they included a 56-year-old female and a 65-year-old female. As of Jan. 7, the department had administered 280 of the 300 doses received. “We have been receiving a shipment once a week,” Engelhart stated, adding she is working with Emergency Management Agency Director Tom Cottis to plan for Phase

Union Township is hosting a personal protection equipment (PPE) giveaway to township residents Jan. 16 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Union Twp. Hall.  Each resident of the township may receive a PPE kit, and each household may get an infrared thermometer, while supplies last.  Kits consist of three face masks, three PR nitrile gloves-size large, one pair safety glasses, a package of disinfecting wipes-40 ct., 2 oz. bottle of hand sanitizer, facial tissues, five thermometer

By Carol McIntire Editor Nine Carroll County fire departments received grants to upgrade communication between fire departments and other emergency agencies in the county. The grants, which total $408,452.52, are part of the first round of 2021 Multi-Agency Radio Communications Systems (MARCS) program. A total of 242 fire departments in 46 counties received funds. “Having first responders on this state-of-the-art radio system goes a long way in improving emergency services

Christopher Modranski took the oath of office as Carroll County Commissioner Dec. 23 before Judge Michael V. Repella II and his family, friends and co-workers. Modranski’s mother, Glenda, held the Bible during the ceremony. “Thank you all for being here. I am honored by your presence and so grateful for the incredible privilege of serving as your next Carroll County Commissioner,” Modranski stated. “I want to thank all the elected

Kristen Long of Carrollton was elected as a trustee of the Ohio Association of County Boards of Developmental Disabilities at a Dec. 2 election.  She was one of two candidates competing for an at-large seat to become one of the eight board trustees.  The president of the board selects members for committees and defines each committee’s responsibilities for that year.  Committees typically meet on a monthly basis and work directly

By Carol McIntire Editor COVID-19 testing continues at the county general health district as cases continue to increase in the county. Health Commissioner Kelly Engelhart told commissioners Dec. 17, the county as a cumulative total of 937 cases as of Dec. 17. Of that number 279 were active and 644 were presumed recovered. The death count remains at 14. Testing is conducted at the health district office on Moody Ave.

By Eric Lowe CCM Contributor A Jefferson County man remains in jail following a domestic incident Dec. 12 in Amsterdam. David Hinerman, 45, of 118 Arch St. is charged with fourth degree domestic assault and second degree felonious assault. Jefferson County Sheriff Deputy Josh Stewart was dispatched to the Arch St. residence and two neighboring homes shortly after 6 p.m. in reference to a domestic dispute between David Hinerman and

The Minerva Area Chamber of Commerce’s Roxy Theatre will show “The Nutcracker,” rated G,  Saturday, Dec. 19, at 7 p.m. The 1993 movie of the George Balanchine ballet features Macaulay Culkin and the New York City Ballet. In order to abide by the state’s guidelines, guests will be asked to sanitize their hands upon entry, every other row will be closed, and each group of patrons must sit six feet

Kevin Crago recalls the moment his pickup sank into darkness as the Bergholz bridge collapsed under him By Eric Lowe CCM Contributor Bergholz resident Kevin Crago recalls his drive home from work early last Tuesday morning as something like a bad movie or TV show. Crago was driving his truck on SR 164 heading into the village from Amsterdam shortly before 5 a.m. when he began to cross a bridge,

Two hundred boxes of free food were distributed to Carorollton residents at the Carrollton First United Methodist Church under a partnership program with the Steubenville Urban Mission during the first of four distribtion dates. Future dates for the drive-thru distribution are Dec. 1, 8 and 15  beginning at 12:30 p.m. Boxes contain fresh produce, meat and dairy products. There are no income guidelines. Boxes available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Perry Township Trustees plan to distribute personal protective equipment to township residents Dec. 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in a drive-thru event at the township hall. All township residents are invited. One package of supplies will be distributed to each household. The township hall is located at 154 Amsterdam Rd. SE.