The Free Press Standard, December 5, 2019

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Thursday, December 5, 2019

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Annual parade heralds in the holiday season Nearly 50 units took part in Carrollton’s annual Christmas parade Saturday.

“Under the Mistletoe” was the theme of this year’s parade, sponsored by the Carrollton Rotary Club.

St. John’s Villa, whose float entry was titled “Christmas Under the Mistletoe” was selected as the Judges’ Choice.

Winners in the other five parade categories included: Best Walking Group – Snoopy’s Friends 4-H Dog Club; Best Business Float – Sheckler Excavating, Inc. of Malvern; Best Non-Profit Float – the Friendship Center, whose float theme was Holiday Wishes & Reindeer Kisses; Best Antique Tractor – Don Shepherd of 283 Ascot Rd., Carrollton, who drove his 1952 Silver King tractor; Best Fire Truck – Fox Twp. VFD, who had four fire fighting units driven and manned by the Fox Twp. fire fighters.

Serving as parade judges were Peggie Conner and Don Rutledge.

Carl C. Miller, a Word War II veteran who served in nine countries and the Battle of the Bulge, was this year’s Grand Marshal.

The parade was traditionally led by members of Carrollton VFW Fighting McCook Post 3301 and Auxiliary, followed by the Carrollton High School Warrior Marching band, who also ushered in Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus at the end of the parade.

Several youngsters and their parents were on hand following the parade to meet the “Jolly Ole Gent”, who listened to their Christmas wishes and handed out treats in the gazebo.

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St. John’s Villa of Carrollton represented this year’s parade theme with “Under the Mistletoe.” The float was chosen as the Judge’s Choice Award this year.

Boyd wins coin toss for Magnolia mayor

Photo courtesy of Clover Photography

Santa Claus playfully puts the Grinch in a headlock during last year’s Downtown Wonderland in Minerva. This year, Minerva’s Market Street will feature a Dr. Seuss-themed Downtown Wonderland Saturday, Dec. 7, 3-6 p.m.

Dr. Seuss-themed Downtown Wonderland is planned in Minerva this Saturday Minerva’s North Market Street will be transformed into a Dr. Seuss-themed Downtown Wonderland on Saturday, Dec. 7, 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.

Everyone is encouraged to dress as their favorite Seuss character!

The Christmas parade will step off at 3 p.m. from Minerva Elementary School, proceeding up Bonnieview, to Line Street, to North Market Street, and ending in the Minerva Schools bus garage parking lot.

Santa and Mrs. Claus will come to town with the parade and will then hear Christmas wishes and pose for free pictures in the Roxy Theatre. Photo printing and mailing will be donated by Brandy Smith, Real Integrity Real Estate Services and Minerva Bowl & Lunch.

Treat trees sponsored by area busi-

nesses and organizations and loaded with goodies for children to take, will line the street again this year.

The treat trees will be covered until after the parade and are intended for children only. Parents are asked to limit their children to one treat from each tree.

The Minerva Community Band will play near Sandy Springs Brewing Company at 2:30 p.m., the East Canton High School Choir will perform near Minerva Music Center at 3:30 p.m., and Extreme Dance Force will perform at 4 p.m.

Available at downtown locations will be hot chocolate, cookies, and other snacks; cookie decorating sponsored by Kishman’s IGA, bowling sponsored by Minerva Bowl, a take-your-own-photo booth, face painting, make-and-take ornaments, writing letters to Santa, a scavenger hunt, and more. A map of all activities will be available the day of

the event and on Facebook.

An ice carving demonstration will take place on the Sandy Springs Brewing Company patio, beginning at 3:30 p.m., and a live Nativity, provided Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church will be located on High Street.

Rae’s Jewelry will have special sales; Treasured Sensations will hold a basket raffle; and Simply Scarves… and Such will offer s’mores from 1-3 p.m.

Free raffle tickets will be distributed to children during the event, and one lucky child will win a sled full of toys donated by Real Integrity Real Estate Services, as well as the opportunity to light the Christmas tree outside the Roxy with Santa. The winning ticket will be drawn at 6 p.m. and the winner must be present.

For more information, contact the Minerva Area Chamber of Commerce, 330-868-7979 or denise.freeland@ minervachamber.org.

Santa letters due Dec. 9 Area children are again encouraged to write letters to Santa Claus.

Dodds Funeral Home in Carrollton has its Santa Mailbox out in its front courtyard (off of Second Street) and will collect the letters until Monday, Dec. 9.

Once collected, the letters will be shipped off to the North Pole for Santa to read.

Parents are urged to make sure the letters have a return address so Santa can reply to their child’s letter.

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For the second time in four decades, the mayor in Magnolia has been decided by the flip of a coin.

Due to a tie between Travis Boyd and Grant Downs, a coin toss was held last week in the Stark County Board of Elections office.

Boyd, who drew the top card to make the coin call, chose “heads” and “heads” it was!, declaring him mayor-elect over Downes, who flipped the coin. The caller is determined by who draws the high card in a deck of cards shuffled by the chairman of the Board of Elections.

Boyd reportedly drew a king of diamonds while Downes pulled the card of a three of spades. Therefore, Boyd was given the privilege of calling “heads” or “tails”. And Downes was given the honor of flipping the coin.

Each polled 127 votes at the Nov. 2 general election from the two counties in Carroll and Stark that comprise the village of Magnolia. In Carroll County, Downes polled 27 votes while Boyd received 25 votes, both in the official canvass and a recount held Monday, Dec. 2.

Boyd succeeds Robert Leach, who has held the position of mayor of Magnolia since 1979 when his victory also was determined by the flip of a coin due to his tie with Edward Gordon.

Boyd, 48, is a 1989 graduate of Sandy Valley High School and a 1993 graduate of Kent State University. He is employed as staff assistant with the Canton Human Resources Department and is a former employee and executive of the Magnolia Bank.

Official Canvass In the official canvass conducted by the Carroll County Board of Elections,

MAYOR-ELECT TRAVIS BOYD there were no changes in the winners published in the Nov. 7 issue of The FPS. However, a few minor vote totals were revealed in the canvass.

The most notable was the Carroll County Park District request for an additional 0.25-mill levy for parks and recreational purposes, which failed by an official total of 3,614 Against as co compared to 2,085 For votes.

Participating in the upcoming 2020 Census is important

By NANCY SCHAAR FPS Correspondent Travis Ressler, Partnership Specialist from the U.S. Census Bureau provided an update for commissioners during a recent meeting about the upcoming 2020 census. Ressler said $6.75 billion is passed out every year from the federal government.

The amount states and local counties receive is determined by the population in those counties. Ressler stressed how important it is to count every person, young and old, in the county census. Ressler hopes to set up a Complete Count Committee in the county.

Children that are not reported lead to funding cuts for Head Start and other children’s programs.

It is very important for renters and

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veterans to be counted. Residents may fill out the census forms online, on the phone, or on paper. If residents do not fill out the paper form of the census

by May 1, 2020, census workers will be going door to door to register those who have been missed.

Approximately 88,000 residents will be hired in Ohio from December 2019 to July 2020 to assist with the recording of the census. Pay being offered will range from $13 to $18 per hour.

The questions are simple and not invasive. They simply ask how many people live in the home, the ages, gender and race.

The information gathered from the census data determines what funding is received.

Information regarding participation in the 2020 census will be available on the county website.

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COMMON PLEAS COURT (Addresses as listed on Court records) New Cases Filed Nationstar Mortgage LLC of Lewisville, TX, has filed a complaint for foreclosure seeking judgment against Vicki J. Brumback of 1160 Front St. SW, Carrollton, et al, for $37,221.73 due on a promissory note for $51,500 executed May 6, 2004.

Richard W. Hughes, anonymous address, has filed a petition for a domestic violence civil protection order against Christina L. Venables Maxhimer of 7259 Arrow Rd. NW, Minerva; temporary protection order issued until Dec. 26 and full hearing on petition set for Dec. 13.

Michael W. Fraelich, anonymous address, has filed a petition for a domestic violence civil protection order against Doreen K. Fraelich of 222 2nd St., Bergholz; temporary protection order issued until Dec. 26 and full hearing on petition set for Dec. 9.

JP Morgan Chase Bank of Westerville has filed a complaint for foreclosure against Todd E. Davis of 9354 Linden Dr. NW, Minerva, et al, seeking judgment for $27,207.32 due on a promissory note for $33,300 executed March 7, 2006.

Wells Fargo Bank of Fort Mill, SC, has filed a complaint for foreclosure against Rebecca D. Harkless of Box 293, Dellroy, et al, seeking judgment for $46,156.37 due on a promissory note for $52,673 executed Aug. 20, 2008.

Kondaur Capital Corp. of Orange, CA, has filed a complaint in foreclosure against Billy Jack Shannon of 3534 Steubenville Rd. SE, Amsterdam, et al, seeking judgment for $20,343.34 due on a land installment contract dated April 11, 2012, to Harbour Portfolio VII LP regarding property at 3534 Steubenville Rd. SE, Amsterdam. In a second claim, the plaintiff is seeking a court order that premises be sold and proceeds of the sale be applied to the judgment of the plaintiff.

Dissolution Granted

Jeffery S. Warwick of 1140 Hartwood Rd., Magnolia, vs.

Sommer R. Warwick of 1240 Hartwood Rd., Magnolia.

Judgments Granted Select Portfolio Servicing, Inc. of Salt Lake City, UT, has been granted judgment for $39,02.76 in a foreclosure action filed Sept. 17, 2019, against Cecelia Griffith, also known as Cecelia R. Wells of 5699 Steubenville Rd. SE, Amsterdam, et al.

Credit Acceptance Corp. of Southfield, MI, has been granted a default judgment for $16,724.65 in an other civil action filed Sept. 6, 2019, against Bennetto Dipietrantonio of 161 Co. Rd. 54, Richmond.

Domestic Violence Petition Dismissed The domestic violence/ stalking petition filed Oct. 2

by Victoria L. Fewkes of 3530 Roswell Rd. SW, Carrollton, against Joseph D. Fewkes of 830 Garberdale Square NE, Bolivar, has been dismissed on a motion of the petitioner.

Bench Warrants Issued Bench warrants have been issued for the arrests of Anthony Lachette of Dover and Richard Russell of 205 S. Market St., Minerva, for failure to appear at separate hearings scheduled for Nov. 27 upon contempt proceedings initiated by the Carroll County Child Support Enforcement Agency.

Criminal Cases Andrew S. Dunlap, 32, of 16608 Emerick Rd., Kensington, has withdrawn a former not guilty plea to a Sept. 4 indictment charging him with driving under the influence (4th degree felony), trafficking in drugs (3rd degree felony), possession of drugs (3rd degree felony) and possessing drug abuse instruments (2nd degree misdemeanor) and entered guilty pleas to the original charges. Dunlap was sentenced to a five-year community control program on Counts 1 and 2 on 18 conditions, which included 180-days confinement to the Eastern Ohio Correctional Center near Wintersville. Count 3 (possession of drugs) was merged with Count

Judge Michael Repella II

2 (trafficking in drugs).

A defendant’s motion to vacate the 30-month prison sentence imposed May 6 against Douglas P. Pinkerton Jr., 34, formerly of 108 ½ Grant Ave., Minerva, who was convicted on two counts of assault, has been denied for two reasons.

Rita M. McElwain-Kelley, 58, of 301 Stratton Lane, Flushing, has entered a not guilty plea to Nov. 6 indictment charging her with 22 counts, including 11 counts of illegal processing of drug documents and 11 counts of deception to obtain a dangerous drug, all 5th degree felonies; $25,000 recognizance bond set Nov. 15 continued and matter continued to Dec. 12 for pre-trial.

Two criminal cases against Jennifer H. Leveck, 33, of 3331 Grantwood Dr., Parma, have been set for sentencing for Dec. 12. They include a June 5 indictment charging her with aggravated possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia offenses and a July 10 indictment charging Leveck with failure to appear; $50,000 recognizance bond set Aug. 30 continued.

The case of Ciera E. Parks, 21, of 7637 Market Ave. N, Canton, who was indicted Oct. 2 for aggravated possession of drugs, has been continued to Dec. 12 for a change of plea and sentencing; $20,000 cash or surety bond set Nov. 5 continued.

Zachary A. Keister, 27, of 3609 Co. Rd. 75, Bergholz, has entered a not guilty plea to an Oct. 2 indictment charging him with carrying concealed weapons, receiving stolen property, possession of drugs and possessing drug abuse instruments; bond set at $25,000 cash or surety and case continued to Dec. 5 for pre-trial.

Substantial evidence has been found that Vincent V. Bonar, 21, of 7117 Twp. Rd. 263, Bergholz, has again violated a three-year probation imposed May 5, 2017, upon conviction of assault. However, the Court elected not to revoke Bonar’s probation at this time and instead ordered the defendant to serve 90 days in the Carroll County jail with credit for 57

COUNTY MUNICIPAL COURT Carrollton Police Department cases – Lawrence Froelich of Massillon, overtaking and passing violation, $130 bond.

Laura Slusser of 1600 Canton Rd., Carrollton, failure to control, $130 bond.

Dog Warden’s cases – Dawn Hanlin of 6203 Riverview Dr. NW, Malvern, dog running at large, $130 bond. Dean Masters of 1071 Kensington Rd. NE, Carrollton, dog running at large, $120 fine, $70 costs.

Ohio State Highway Patrol’s cases – Dustyn Wood of 503 McDowell Ave., Minerva, no seat belt, $68 bond. Tyler Mutton of Alliance, no seat belt, $68 bond. Amy McGrew of 4030 Whitacre Ave. SE, Minerva, no seat belt, $68 bond.

Civil Cases New contract note actions filed during the past week included: Midland Credit Management, Inc. of San Diego, CA, vs. Patricia Carl of 407 W. Plain St., Minerva, $1,183.80.

Citibank of Sioux Falls, SD, vs. Mitchell J. Custer of 54 Iroquois Trail, Malvern, $2,496.42.

Midland Credit Management, Inc. of San Diego, CA, vs. Michelle Lightfritz of 2186 Folsam Rd. NW, Carrollton, $4,452.40.

Distresssed Asset Portfolio III of Blue Ash, OH, vs. Megan Metzger of 924 S. Sandyvale Dr., Lot 44, Minerva, $515.55.

Midland Credit Management, Inc. of San Diego, CA, vs.

Doug Johnston of 174 Walnut St. NW, Carrollton, $836.10.

Contract Note Judgments Granted Crown Asset Management LLC of Columbus from Stacey Arnold of 781 Hartwood Rd. NW, Dellroy, $998.61.

Bank of America at Newark, DE, from Heidi L. Withers of 8036 Arrow Rd. NW, Minerva, $12,162.

LVNV Funding LLC of Greenville, SC, from Terri Pasquale of 719 Lincoln Ave.,

days previously served.

Ashley N. Lanham, 26, of 125 Twp. Rd. 275, Bergholz, has withdrawn a former not guilty plea to an Oct. 2 indictment charging her with assault, aggravated possession of drugs and resisting arrest and entered guilty pleas to the original charges, which included two felonies and a misdemeanor. Lanham was sentenced to a there-year community control program on conviction of Counts 1 and 2 (both felonies) on 18 conditions, and 90 days in jail on conviction of the resisting arrest conviction with credit for 28 days served.

Divorces Granted Brianna N. Toler of 402 Union Ave., Minerva, has been granted a divorce from Thomas G. Toler of 207 Pennsylvania Ave., Minerva; plaintiff restored to her former name of Brianna Nicole Patton.

A divorce has been granted to each party due to incompatibility in the divorce action filed April 5, 2019, by Shannon Atkinson of 6085 Waynesburg Rd., Dellroy, vs. Robert Atkinson of 6164 Trench Rd. SE, Amsterdam.

Foreclosures Dismissed The foreclosure action filed Oct. 21 by Vanderbilt Mortgage & Finance, Inc. of Maryville, TN, vs. Steven R. and Denise R. Nedrow, also known as Denise R. Dale, of 3195 Lodge Rd. SW, Sherrodsville, has been dismissed on a motion of the plaintiff.

The foreclosure action filed Oct. 15, 2019, by Citimortgage, Inc. of Trenton, NJ, vs.

Carolyn Jones of 3129 Lodge Rd. SW, Sherrodsville, et al, has been voluntarily dismissed by the plaintiff.

Certificate Transfer Ordered The Clerk of Courts has been ordered to issue a motor vehicle certificate to Lisa Shaw for a 1972 Dodge Challenger at the request of the petitioner.

Civil Action Dismissed The other civil action filed Sept. 13, 2019, by Huntington National Bank of Columbus vs. Charles J. Witt of 267 3rd St. SW, Carrollton, has been voluntarily dismissed by the plaintiff.

Judge Gary L. Willen

NW, Carrollton, $763.57.

LVNV Funding LLC of Greenville, SC, from Holly Madison of 4128 Legend Rd. NW, Minerva, $1,153.32.

LVNV Funding LLC of Greenville, SC, from Lisa Lee Hudson of 163 Oneida Trail, Malvern, $3,992.50.

Sterling Jewelers, Inc., doing business as Kay Jewelers of Akron from Jordan Miller of 539 2nd St. NW, Carrollton, $2,400.97.

Portfolio Recovery Associates of Norfolk, VA, from Tonya R. Yingling of 4028 Jade Rd. NW,

Carrollton, $904.80.

Synchrony Bank of Independence, OH, from Jaqueline Posey of 4031 Thompson St. NW, Carrollton, $2,196.92.

Portfolio Recovery Associates of Norfolk, VA, from Terry Cheuvront of 11265 Orlon Rd. NE, Salineville, $972.10.

Eviction Action Dismissed Eviction action filed Sept. 30

by Corina Babiczuk of Baltimore, MD, vs. Loree Ann Lautzenheiser and Breanna Nicole Green, also known as Lautzenheiser of 201 W. Line St., Minerva.

Real Estate Transfers Samantha E. Colosimo, et al, to Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., 2.097A, Union Twp., $80,000.

Michael R. Trushel, dec’d., to Peggy L. Horn, Curtis R. Trushel and Colton W. Trushel, 6.35A, 6.36A, Union Twp. Roger J. and Judith E. Flading to Joan T. Sweeney Dent and Wayne Mark Dent, Lot 6, Atwood Valley, Monroe Twp., $145,000.

Delmer J. and Valerie Norris to Candie L. Simon, Lots 42, 43, Grampian Hills, $62,400.

Virginia L. Fernandez Trustee, Jacqueline J. Defenthaler, Virginia L. Fernandez Trust, George L. Defenthaler Trustee, Jacqueline J. Defenthaler, George L. Defenthaler Trust to Geiger Properties LTD, 11.510A, Brown Twp., $55,000.

Jerry L. Lewis to Timothy J. and Christine A. Logan, 4.119A, $285,000.

Winona Ayers to Daniel Steven Proper, Lots 24-25, Barlow Mobile Estates, Brown Twp., $17,000.

Steven E. Tucker to Donnie L. Ray, 13.829A, Harrison Twp., $83,000.

Arden L. and Patricia J. Rexroad to Albert J. Bokar Jr. and Annette M. Bokar, Lots 204205, Lakeshore Park, Orange Twp., $65,900.

Edgar J. Flagg, Edgar J. Flagg Jr. and Susan Flagg to Sam and Leisa Arnold, 2.00A, 2.00A, Harrison Twp., $4,000.

Floyd L. Mayer Jr. and Eva J. Mayer to Ethan T. Lowman, Lot 1761, Yogi Bear, Harrison Twp., $1,200.

Floyd L. Mayer Jr. and Eva J.

Mayer to Ethan T. Lowman, Lots 1222, 1762, Yogi Bear, $5,700.

Michael J. and Tracy Marie Fisher to Garrett P. and Amelia R. Wilson, 3.464A, Loudon Twp., $70,000.

Susan K. White Successor Trustee, Rinier Trust to David P. and June E. Krause, 31.525A, Orange Twp., $127,000.

Susan K. White Successor Trustee, Rinier Trust to Jonathan D. Krause, 25.659A, Orange Twp., $103,000.

Darrell V. and Patricia A. Locke to Timothy L. and Joy C. Warner, 0.884A, .849A, $275,000.

Tomie Spoljaric Estate, dec’d., to Terry L. and Judith K. Zwick, 3.024A, Augusta Twp., $50,000.

Blessing Acre Farms LLC of Huppmar LLC, 4.002A, $24,500.

Blessing Acre Farms LLC to Memir LLC 23.888A, Monroe Twp., $103,000.

Kay Wagner to Micah D. and Lillian Y. Campbell, Lot 1, Carrollton, $85,000.

Marvin E. and Susan L. Glick to Keith C. McLean, 1.95A, 0.172A, 4.000A, 5.015A, Lee Twp., $77,000.

Joseph W. and Gerry A. Cunningham to Joseph W. and Gerry A. Cunningham Trustees, Cunningham Living Trust, Lot 282, Lake Mohawk.

Kevin M., Margaret M. and Margaret A. Kennedy to Irene B. and Gary M. Filbin, 0.08A, 0.08A, Monroe Township, $70,000.

Benjamin A. and Brittany L. Graham to Jess Randall Gray, Lots 11-12, Minerva, $85,000.

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Dog licenses are on sale now Carroll County dog licenses go on sale Sunday, Dec. 1, for the 2020 year.

The cost is $14 for a one-year tag, $42 for a three-year tag, $70.00 for a kennel license and $140 for a permanent tag.

Licenses can be obtained by visiting the Carroll County Auditor’s office in the Courthouse, by mailing a check for the appropriate amount to Carroll County Auditor, 119 S. Lisbon St., Suite 203, Carrollton, Ohio 44615 or on the internet by visiting www.doglicenses.us/OH/ Carroll.

There is an additional $2 fee for purchasing dog licenses through the website.

All applicants who acquire a kennel license must also have a valid vendor’s license. Kennel license can only be purchased at the Auditor’s office in the courthouse. Vendor’s license can be purchased at the Auditor’s office or through the Ohio Department of Taxation.

Licenses can also be purchased at Carrollton Ace Hardware, 1285 Canton Rd., Carrollton; Atwood Deli, 3 S. Smith St., Dellroy; Kilgore General Store, 4276 Amsterdam Rd., Carrollton; Gordon’s Graphics Inc., 123 Reed St., Malvern; Kishman’s IGA, 202 E. High

DEAN WINCHESTER LEWIS St., Minerva; Baxter’s General Store, 7339 Roswell Rd., Sherrodsville; and Rocky’s Inc., 224 Mill St., Waynesburg.

Beginning Feb. 1, licenses may be purchased any time of the year at Carrollton Ace Hardware, Gordon’s Graphic’s Inc. in Malvern, Kishman’s IGA in Minerva and the Auditor’s office.

Licenses will remain on sale through Jan. 31, 2020, after which late fees will apply.

PUCO approves upgrades to Minerva rail crossings The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) approved a subsidy agreement to allow OHI-Rail Corp. (OHI) to make upgrades at two crossings in Carroll and Stark counties.

The PUCO will provide funds from the State Grade Crossing Protection Fund to cover part of the cost of the projects.

OHI agreed to make the following improvements: - Upgrade LED lights at the Line Street grade crossing in the village of Minerva, Carroll County, by Nov. 21, 2020.

- Upgrade LED lights at the Bonnie View Avenue crossing in the village of Minerva, Stark County by Nov. 21, 2020.

To increase public safety during the construction of the projects, local governments may seek funding from the PUCO for the cost of safety improvements such as rumble strips, illumination, improved signage

or other enhancements at the project locations. Funding for such improvements comes from the State Grade Crossing Protection Fund and may not exceed $5,000 per project.

The PUCO is responsible for evaluating Ohio’s public grade crossings to determine the need for installing active warning devices. Since the PUCO began implementing these evaluations, the annual number of train-motor vehicle crashes in Ohio has decreased significantly, from 356 in 1990 to 66 in 2018.

The Ohio Rail Hotline, at (866) 814-RAIL (7245), provides Ohioans with a toll-free resource for all railroad crossing questions.

For more information regarding these crossings, access the Ohio railroad information system website at http://gradecrossings.puco.ohio.gov/.

Carroll County Sheriff ’s Reports Nov. 21 – A Wilson Street, Malvern, man reported a broken window in his truck.

Nov. 24 – Deputies responded to a call of a suspicious juvenile on Waynesburg Road.

Nov. 26 – A custody dispute was reported at an Avalon Road property.

Nov. 29 – Deputies investigated reports of possession of drugs, falsification and receiving stolen property.

Nov. 29 – Criminal damaging was reported when a truck was damaged on Mayham Road.

Nov. 29 – Animal abuse was investigated at a Lunar Road, Minerva, residence.

Crash Reports

Nov. 22 – A Madeline Street, Carrollton, man was driving on Antigua Road when he went off the right side of the road, hit a stump, rolled the vehicle, struck a pole with the top half of the car then came to rest on power lines in a ditch on the right side of the road.

Nov. 22 – A Blossom Road, Mechanicstown, driver lost control on Orchard Street and went off the right side of the road into a yard, hit a utility pole and caused damage.

Nov. 24 – Two vehicles crashed at an intersection of two alleys in Malvern. One driver was arrested for driving under suspension.

Carrollton Police Reports Nov. 21 – Police were notified that a registered sex offender was living at an address that is not registered with the sheriff’s department. The matter was sent to the sheriff’s office.

Nov. 21 – A woman finally packed a bag and had police take her to her parents house after a domestic violence incident on Second Street.

Nov. 25 – A Canton Road business reported an employee did not make two bank deposits. Following a brief investigation, both deposits had been found at the bank.

Nov. 28 – An employee of a business on Canton Road called police because her boyfriend’s car was missing where she parked it at work. It was learned the granddaughter of the owner

had it repossessed.

Nov. 28 – A Jewett woman was charged for not stopping in the assured clear distance at a traffic light on W. Main Street.

Smelling of alcohol, she was also unable to pass sobriety field tests and was taken to jail and charged with operating under the influence.

Nov. 28 – A Second Street woman was charged with operating under the influence after an incident on Main Street.

Crash Reports Nov. 21 – A woman hit a man’s car while at a Park Avenue business.

Nov. 30 – A Jewett man’s vehicle was hit by a Fifth Street, Carrollton, woman’s car while at a business on 12th Street.

MWCD board to meet Dec. 7

A special meeting of the Board of Directors of the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District will be held Saturday, Dec. 7, at 10:30 a.m. at the Country Inn & Suites, 1120 Gateway Place, Dover.

The Board is meeting for the purpose of consideration of the employment of a public employee. The board will hold an executive session for that purpose and no action is anticipated.

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Commissioners learn of state funding program

By NANCY SCHAAR FPS Correspondent

Christmas lights on the Square Carroll County Clerk of Courts William Wohlwend graciously allowed the FPS to take a photo of the lights on Carrollton’s Public Square from his office in the courthouse. The FPS thanks Wohlwend for giving our readers a bird’s eye view of the square. The park has been elaborately decorated by the Carrollton Business Women and is lighted each evening through the holidays.

The original article last week misidentified Wohlwend. The FPS apologizes for the error.

Airport board asks county for funds for a manager

By NANCY SCHAAR FPS Correspondent

The Carroll County Board of Commissioners have received a letter from the Carroll County Airport Authority Board.

Commissioner Jeff Ohler presented the letter and information due to the extended absence of Lewis Mickley. At the beginning of each year, commissioners divide amongst themselves the various committees and departments for their supervision. The airport board is one of Mickley’s responsibilities.

Ohler presented several issues for commissioner’s attention.

The first issue relates to the zoning around the airport.

There are trees in the flight path that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) told Airport Authority Board Members in December of 2014 must be removed.

The trees block the view for landings and if they were not cleared and the FAA returns for another inspection, the airport would face closure by the FAA. Nothing was done about the issue for a long time. Several members of the board said they would talk to the land owners involved but still, no progress has been made. The only other option available to the airport would be to shorten the runway length. This would greatly

limit the type of aircraft that may land there.

This would cause a reduction in sale of fuels and other issues.

The Airport Authority Board also asked commissioners to provide funds so they can hire an airport manager. The Airport Authority Board feels that it is necessary for its operations.

The board had an airport manager for many years but that person also held a seat on the Airport Authority Board.

Having one person in both positions is a clear violation of the Ohio Revised Code.

This matter has been brought to commissioners many times

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Carrollton Council votes down trash increase

By NANCY SCHAAR FPS Correspondent Council voted down an increase in fees requested from Kimble Recycling Company.

Kimble sent a letter dated Nov. 5, 2019 asking for an increase in the rate for their refuse collection for the village. The company said they had not anticipated State of Ohio’s Transportation Budget that took effect on July 1, 2019.

House Bill 62 mandates new motor fuel tax rates for gasoline which resulted in a 10.5 cent per gallon tax increase for gasoline and a 19 cent per gallon tax

increase for diesel.

Kimble said they figured the increase will cost 48 cents more a year per household in the village. The total cost to the community would be $439.20.

“They (Kimble) couldn’t have known about this when they signed the contract with the village. They are fair in their request of four cents a month,” stated village solicitor Clark Battista.

Village Administrator Mark Wells said he has no issues with the service the company provides to the village and receives very few complaints about service to residents. Wells said that even when there is a problem, the company is very quick to

handle it and resolve the matter.

Three members voted against the rate increase and two voted in favor of the increase. The increase was not approved.

In other business council: - MET in executive session to discuss compensation of a village employee at the request of Tangler. No action was taken following the session.

- HEARD the mayor grant permission for the police department to bag the parking meters in the village until January 2.

- LEARNED the 10th Street sewer project will be ready to bid out in January and bids will be opened in late February or very early March.

Malvern Council seeks property

By NANCY SCHAAR FPS Correspondent Malvern Village solicitor Chad Murdock advised council that a property in the village has been abandoned and they have a right to petition that the property be transferred to the village.

Council advised Murdock to file the proper papers to petition for the property.

Jamie Schoemaker was promoted to superintendent of services. His pay rate will remain the same. Council also hired Michael Howell as a full

time employee of the service department. He began duties this week at a rate of $12.50 per hour.

In other business council: - GAVE third and final reading to an ordinance that will provide a pay increase for part time laborer Linda Clapper and to Teri Foster, the water billing clerk. Clapper will now receive $9.50 per hour. Foster will now receive $13.25. These are 50 cents per hour increases.

- APPROVED the re-appointment of Vince Slabaugh to the Board of Trustees of the B & M Joint Ambulance District as a

representative of the village.

- LEARNED that 90 tons of leaves have been collected and no more leaves will be collected this year.

- WERE pleased that the banners were down and the Christmas lights were up in the downtown area.

- ASKED the finance committee to consider the purchase of a new mower in the spring.

- WAS informed Columbia Gas rates will be going up $1.83 per month.

- WERE asked by the mayor to sign up for specific committees for 2020.

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Commissioner Jeff Ohler said the last time the county received capital funds was for the FFA Camp Muskingum which was for $250,000. Modranski will check with the park board and the fair board to see if any projects are suggested and needed.

Wirkner announced the Carroll County Board of Developmental Disabilities Board of Disabilities is seeking an individual to serve on their board.

If you are interested, please contact Director Matt Campbell at 330-627-6555 or email him at mcampbell@carrollhills.com.

In other business, commissioners: - ACCEPTED the lone bid of Jon Stewart Excavating, LLC for $15,300 for installation of one septic system under the 2018 Water Pollution Control Loan Fund, Project E. - SIGNED a contract with the Stark County Board of Commissioners and the Stark County Auditor to provide weights and measures inspections for Carroll County costing $13,000 per year.

- ADJUSTED the total cost of the clock tower repairs by $5,095. The total is brought to $701,818.

- AUTHORIZED a change order for the bell tower project in order to move downspouts from outside to the inside of the bell tower. A heat trace cable

Carroll County Commissioner Clerk Supervisor, Christopher Modranski, provided board members with information about the upcoming State of Ohio Biennial Capital Budget.

It will be introduced next year.

Part of the Capital Budget is set aside for these community projects. Each application is considered individually, according to Modranski.

Deadline for project submission is Jan. 6, 2020. Projects to be considered will include Emergency Response Infrastructure, Agricultural Society Fairground improvements, jail facilities, natural resources, parks and recreation facilities, workforce development and training, business incubator and resource centers.

Projects that will not be considered include county courthouses, operating expenses, basic repair and maintenance projects.

Modranski questioned commissioners if they had any projects in mind for the grant. The application must include project description, total project cost, total capital funds requested and what matching funds are available.

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- APPROVED the 2020 holiday schedule for county offices and employees.

- APPOINTED Patti Gotschall to the Carroll County Board of Developmental Disabilities for four years through December 31, 2023.

- AGREED to re-appoint Emily Ulman to the Carroll County Board of Developmental Disabilities for four years through December 31, 2023.

- ANNOUNCED there will be no meeting of the Board of Commissioners on Thursday, Dec. 5 due to the attendance of commissioners and clerks at the Winter Conference of the County Commissioners Association of Ohio.

- RECEIVED the dog pound report for Nov. 17-23 with five impounded, three adopted out, two redeemed, none destroyed, zero citations for no license and two citations for running at large. For Nov. 24-30 there were six impounded, four adopted out, none redeemed, one destroyed (due to sickness), three citations for no license and one citation for running at large.

- NOTED the county engineer Brian Wise reminded drivers that the Frost Law is in effect from Dec. 1 through May 1.

This reduces weight limits on county roads by 25%.

County announces 2020 holiday schedule Carroll County Commissioners approved the holiday schedule for 2020. Some offices close for additional days at the discretion of the department head or elected official. Employees use their vacation or compensatory time to take this additional time off, including Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. 2020 Holiday’s Government offices are closed: New Year’s Day - Wednesday, Jan. 1 Martin Luther King Day Monday, Jan. 20 President’s Day - Monday,

Feb. 11 Memorial Day – Monday, May 25 Independence Day – Saturday, July 4 Labor Day – Monday, Sept. 7 Columbus Day – Monday, Oct. 12

Veteran’s Day – Wednesday, Nov. 11 Thanksgiving - Thursday, Nov. 26 Day after Thanksgiving – Friday, Nov. 27 Christmas Day – Friday, Dec. 25

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A total of 378 instruments were recorded during November in the Carroll County Recorder’s office.

The monthly receipts for filings, Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) transactions and copies totaled $25,105, according to Recorder Patricia J. Oyer.

The 378 instruments included 3 Armed Services discharges, 17 assignments, 125 deeds, 2 federal tax liens, 11 leases, 12 liens, 5 miscellaneous, 101 mortgages, 3 Power of Attorney applications, 97 releases and 2 UCC filings.

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Obituaries

PARADE PHOTOS

Autumn E. Day

Katie M. Yoder

Autumn E. Day, 42, of Amsterdam, passed away Nov. 23, 2019 due to an unfortunate auto accident.

Autumn was born Sept. 15, 1977 to the late Gene Day and Mary Buchanon Bright.

She was a 1996 graduate of Carrollton High School.

Autumn is survived by her children, Damon Stout and Trista Peterman; boyfriend, Jason Peterman; twin sister, April (Josh) Borge, and her children, Ethan and Mason Borge of Texas; a niece, Jade, and her children, Hunter and Kailey; a niece, Sage; a stepfather, Paul Bright; a step-sister, Holly (Shawn) Wiley and their children, Zayne, Lynnzee and Zeth; a step-brother, Ray (Nikki) Bright and their children, Elijah and Ella; a step-brother, Chuck (Hollie) Bright and their children, Tyler and Tony.

Along her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Heather.

Autumn loved her family very much and was the type of person to do anything for them.

Per the family’s wishes there will be no services.

Katie M. Yoder, 79, of Sherrodsville, died early Tuesday morning, Dec. 3, 2019, in her residence following a lengthy illness.

She was born June 13, 1940 in Dennison, OH, and was the daughter of the late Monroe Heaston and Anna Elizabeth Finnical Thompson.

Her husband, Richard Dale “Dick” Yoder, whom she married Dec. 8, 1973, passed away July 12, 2008.

She retired in 2001 from PCC Airfoils in Minerva (formerly TRW Metals) after more than 35 years of service. She was a member of the Calvary United Methodist Church at Sherrodsville. She and her husband formerly owned and operated a greenhouse in Sherrodsville (now Sherrod Greens). She and Dick attended numerous Bluegrass festivals together during their marriage. It was a common sight to see Katie in her yard caring for her lawn and mowing grass on her John Deere riding lawn mower. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and a thoughtful neighbor who was the beneficiary of many lifelong friendships.

She is survived by four children, Allen (Linda) Daugherty Jr. of New Philadelphia, OH, Jody (Rob) Robinson of Canton, OH, Eric (Tracey) Daugherty of Bowerston, OH, and Jeffrey D. (Christine) Yoder of Carrollton, OH; eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson.

Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019 in the Baxter-Gardner Funeral Home at Sherrodsville with Rev. Kenneth Ogg officiating. Interment will follow in the Sherrodsville Memorial Gardens. Calling hours will be held Friday from 4-8 p.m. in the funeral home. Contributions in Katie’s memory may be made to Community Hospice, 716 Commercial Ave. SW, New Philadelphia, OH 44663. To leave an online condolence message please visit the funeral home website at www.baxtergardner.com.

Charles ‘Charlie’ Fankhauser Charles “Charlie” Fankhauser, 77, of Minerva, died Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019 in his home surrounded by his family.

He was born March 24, 1942 in Minerva to Arthur and Isabellle (Steeves) Fankhauser.

He graduated from Minerva High School in 1961. Charlie retired from PCC after 38 years of service and was a self-employed carpenter and enjoyed woodworking, camping, growing flowers and playing with his dog, Jada. He was a member of Minerva VFW Post #4120 Aux. and Malvern American Legion Post #375 Aux. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Sarah (Stone) Fankhauser; brothers, Bill (Helen) of Canton, Rich (Marilyn) of Lancaster, PA, Bruce (Vickie) of Minerva, Larry (Sharon), and Eugene; his sister, Dottie Farber of Minerva; sons, Jamie (Marlene) of Minerva and Chuck of Warren; a daughter, Vickie (Bruce) Clifford of Brewster; 5 stepchildren, Vicky (Terry) Chilson of Elizabethtown, KY, Judy (Greg) McCarty of Clarsksville, TN, Connie Cerny of Canton, Carol (Kenny) Booth of Carrollton, and Tim (Wendy) Boggess of Carrollton; 18 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his mother and father; a brother, Bob; sisters, Juanita Keister and Mary Hardesty; stepdaughters, Bonnie Fox and Cheryl Byrd; and great granddaughters, Brandi Fox and Tyra Boggess.

Funeral services will be Thursday, Dec. 12 at 11 a.m. in the Gotschall-Hutchison Funeral Home in Minerva with Rev. David Guess officiating. Calling hours will be Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. and one hour prior to services on Thursday at the funeral home.

Those wishing to send condolences may sign the online register at www.gotschalfuneralhome.

Charles T. ‘Tom’ Johnson, Jr. Charles T. “Tom” Johnson, Jr., 77, passed away Nov. 26, 2019 in his home.

Tom was preceded in death by his loving wife, Anita DiMario and his parents, Charles T. and Dorothy Johnson, Sr. and three brothers, Roger, Dale, and Raymond.

He is survived by his step-children, Donald Alazaus and Christine Boyd; three sisters, June A. Williams of Canton, Janet M. Gordon of Carrollton, and Joyce I. Boron of Minerva; one brother, David Johnson of Canton; five step-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Visitation will be Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019 from 3-5 p.m. at Dodds Funeral Home in Carrollton. A memorial service will follow at 5 p.m. A private burial will be in Harlem Springs Cemetery.

Evelyn ‘Evy’ Mae Pugh Evelyn “Evy” Mae Pugh, 44, of Carrollton, died Thursday, Nov. 28, 2019 in Aultman Hospital.

She was born Jan. 4, 1975 in Canton to Roger and Sandra (Strawder) Pugh.

She was a driver for the Old Order Amish and worked in Home Health Care. She loved to help her friends and family.

She graduated from Carrollton High School and was a member of the Carrollton Bible Chapel.

She was an avid Steelers fan and loved singing karaoke, listening to Rascal Flats and stock car racing.

She is survived by her mother, Sandra Pugh; two brothers, Jerry (Lisa) Bourquin and Robert Bourquin; a sister, Treasea (Rory) McLean; maternal grandmother, Eileen Strawder and several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by a brother, Michael Pugh and her father, Roger D. Pugh.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 11 a.m. in the Allmon-Dugger-Cotton Funeral Home in Carrollton with Rev. Chuck Wilson officiating. Burial followed in Perrysville Cemetery. Calling hours were Monday from 5-8 p.m. and one hour prior to services at the funeral home.

Cletus P. Morsheiser Cletus P. Morsheiser, 92, passed away Nov. 30, 2019.

Cletus was born Aug. 30, 1927 in Massillon to the late Leo and Lucille (Boron) Morsheiser.

He worked on the family farm in Tuscarawas Township. He will be remembered for taking walks around the neighborhood with his dog on his crutches.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four siblings, Pearl, Severine, Maurice and Mary Seifert.

Cletus is survived by his sister and brother, Barbara (Floyd) Draime and Russell Morsheiser and several nieces and nephews, Drew and Jane Perry, Daniel J. Morsheiser, Sally Linder, Peter Morsheiser and Tina Shaffer.

A Mass of Christian Burial will Thursday, Dec. 5 at 11 a.m. at St. Barbara’s Catholic Church in Massillon. Fr. Brian Cline will officiate. Burial will be ini the church cemetery. Friends may call from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass at the church.

The family would like to thank Shady Lawn Nursing Home in Dalton for their care for the past ten years.

Letters to the Editor deadline is 5 p.m. Friday. They must be signed with a contact number and town listed.

Obituaries are due by noon on Tuesdays for that week’s paper.

Thursday, December 5, 2019

FPS Photo / Nancy Schaar

Conotton Valley seniors David Broderick (left) and Braden Caldwell (right) were feeling a little like elves at the Carrollton Christmas Parade Saturday.

Lest We Forget

By CAPT. CHARLES PEARSON

U.S. Marine Corps, ret.

It was in northern Tunisia on Christmas Eve, 1942, an hour when families of American troops would be trimming the Christmas tree in the living room back home.

This picture must have been on our troops mind as they advanced under the roaring of a thousand shells from medium and heavy British and American guns. For twenty-four minutes, the thunderous bombardment continued, heedless of the accurate German counter fire that splashed shells all around the Allies’ positions.

Then there was sudden silence, more deafening at first than the pounding of guns from whose fire the low hanging clouds glowed red in the rain. As the barrage lifted, the Allied infantry rushed forward. German 88-mm guns began to bark.

Red tracers streamed through

the growing darkness as the enemy’s machine guns opened fire. Allied artillery soon silenced them, and what followed was the grimmest hand-to-hand action. Americans and Britons battled Germans with rifles, bayonets, knives, pistols and revolvers.

The Germans, with an overwhelming force, gave ground at first and then counter attacked driving the Allies back in fierce fighting. British guards joined the fray and the Allies began to move forward again. It was shortly after midnight that Christmas Eve when the Allies fighting men saw their own Christmas star rise in the sky over the hill they had captured so dearly.

Many of our military personnel have and will be spending the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays without their families. Please keep them in your prayers.

Charles Pearson is the chaplain for the Malvern Legion Post 375 and Carrollton VFW Post 3301.

FUNDS from PG. A3 over the years and nothing changed. Finally last year, Commissioner Bob Wirkner made it clear that this is illegal and commissioners will not permit it to continue.

In May of 2019, Airport board member Karen Tuttle headed a committee to hire a manager. Tuttle said at that time, the person must be a professional airport manager with the appropriate education and degrees. The manager would also be responsible for grant writing for the airport’s projects.

Tuttle stated that the board members were trying to do all the work that is needed but they are worn out and a professional is needed like other airports have. Board members agreed in May to ask commissioners for financial help in hiring a manager.

Prior to this in March of this year, airport board president John Cross said that only one person had expressed an interest in the manager’s position and that was Dave Fitzgerald.

Cross appointed a committee

to prepare a list of duties and compensation for the position.

Cross said after Fitzgerald has seen the list and still wants the job, Fitzgerald could present his resignation at the next meeting.

The list of duties and compensation for the position of manager has not been presented at an open meeting of the airport board this year.

This is the first time the airport board has approached commissioners for help with financing the employment of a manager.

In May, Fitzgerald told board members that he would step down and serve as manager. No motions or further action was taken at that time and it has not been discussed in an open meeting of the airport board since then.

Ohler said they could look at the budget to see if a grant could be established to assist with hiring an airport manager.

Wirkner did say that a manager for the airport might be able to help take care of some of these responsibilities.

Toys for Tots distribution dates are announced Ohio’s oil and gas industry is partnering with Toys for Tots to collect toys for distribution to those in need in December.

The deadline to sign-up was Dec. 2. For any other questions please contact Deb Oberlin at ohtoysfortots@gmail.com or 330-418-2330. Please visit the Ohio Toys for Tots Facebook page if you have submitted a toy request but have not been contacted to confirm your pick up day, time and location.

Here is a list of the counties,

with distribution dates along with their hosts for the 2019 program.

Jefferson County Wednesday, Dec. 11, at 3–6 p.m., Eastern Gateway Community College, 4000 Sunset Blvd, Steubenville, OH 43952 Hosted by Ascent Resources Carroll County Thursday, Dec. 12, at 3–6 p.m.

Carroll Hills School, 2167 Kensington Road NE, Carrollton, OH 44615, Hosted by Carroll County Energy

FPS Photo / Nancy Schaar

7-year-old Gabriella Moore and 11-month-old Wyatt Thomas had a good visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Christmas parade Saturday. They are the grandchildren of Vincent and Tracy Sallie.

FPS Photo / Nancy Schaar

Almost two years old, Kingston Shinault met Santa and Mrs. Claus. He is the Godson of Clay and Misty Johnson. His great grandfather, Carl Miller, was the grand marshal of this year’s parade.

Area holiday concert schedules announced Holiday and Christmas concerts have been scheduled by music departments at Carrollton, Conotton Valley, Malvern, Minerva and Southern Local schools.

Carrollton Concerts Carrollton High School’s vocal music department will present their annual Christmas concert at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10, in the new Performing Arts Center at 205 Scio Rd. SW. The concert is free and open to the public and will feature performances by the Chamber Chorus, Women’s Chorale, Ladies’ Ensemble and Men’s Ensemble as a combined choir, according to the director, Mindy Domer. Piano accompaniment will be provided by Judy Capper.

The Carrollton Middle School 6th, 7th and 8th grade bands will present their Christmas programs at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11, in the Performing Arts Center at Carrollton High School/Middle School on Scio Rd. The Carrollton High School Jazz Ensemble, Steel Band and concert band will present a joyous evening of Christmas music at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, in the Performing Arts Center.

The Jazz Ensemble is under the direction of Dave Dickerhoof, Steel Drum band is directed by Nick Kopko and the concert band is under the direction of Dickerhoof and Jordan Provost.

Conotton Valley Concert A 6-12 band concert will be presented at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 9, in the Conotton Valley High School gym.

The program will feature performances by the 6th and 7th grade bands and the high school band, all under the direction of Jonathon Stuck.

The elementary Christmas concert will be presented at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, in the high school gym, Stuck said.

Malvern Concert The Malvern 6th and 7th grade bands and choirs will present their 2019 Christmas concert at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, in the high school gym.

The Malvern 8th grade and high school band and choir will perform their 2019 Christmas concert at 3:30 p.m. the same day (Dec. 15). Admission is free, but donations will be accepted.

Minerva Concert The Minerva Middle School band and choir’s Holiday concert, hosted at Minerva High School auditera is Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 7 p.m.

The Minerva High School band and choir’s holiday concert will be presented at 7 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 16.

Southern Local Concert Southern Local High School musicians will hold their sixth annual Community Christmas Concert at Salineville United Methodist Church on Dec. 7. The middle school band concert is set for 4 p.m. followed by the middle and high school bands and chorus’s appearance at the village Light Up Night at 5 p.m. The concert will conclude with the high school band and chorus performing at the church at 6 p.m. The events are free and open to the public.

Thursday, December 5, 2019

Looking Back Compiled by Don Rutledge 60 YEARS AGO From 1959 FPS Files A heavy snowfall created a winter wonderland throughout the area, including enough “white stuff” to build snowmen. Four Carrollton youngsters were shown in a front page photo with their king-sized snowman at the Stafford residence on 2nd St. SW. Pictured with the “tall one” were Lee Stafford Jr., Dennis Schreiber, David Leichtamer and Christine and Mike Stafford.

Effective Dec. 1, 1959, telephone calls from New Harrisburg to Carrollton became toll free!

William R. Kelley, son of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Kelley of Rt. 3, Carrollton, was assigned to the position of station agent for American Airlines in Chicago.

Carrollton High School’s Warriors of hardwoods started off with a bang by trouncing the neighbor Scio Panthers 62-39.

50 YEARS AGO From 1969 FPS Files The first jury trial was scheduled in the Carroll County court since it was established in 1956.

Cheryl Tinlin, a senior at Carrollton High School, was selected queen of the Muskingum Horse Show Association.

Robert Bland of Rt. 1, Amsterdam, was elected president of the Carroll County Agricultural Society.

The 12 members of Carrollton High School’s 1969-70 wrestling team, coached by Rusty Bright, included Alan Triplett, Dan Lowdermilk, Dan Lon, Richard Eish, Richard White, David Beecher, Randy Hull, Harold Flammang, Tom H. Rutledge, Gary Morgan, Bill Skidmore and Rick Tschantz.

40 YEARS AGO From 1979 FPS Files Tails won for Robert Leach in the flip of a coin to determine the Magnolia mayor’s race. Leach tied with Edward Gordon when each received 189 votes from residents of Magnolia at the November 1979 general election.

The American Legion presented a flag pole and American flag, which was placed in front of the Carroll County Courthouse.

Visitors touring the McCook House during the Christmas holidays were greeted by a new museum attendant, Mrs. Lester (Martha) Jones.

Jim and Mary Goings purchased the Virginia Theater in Carrollton from Henry Myers, who operated it for the past 13 years.

Senior Joni Wilkin scored 29 points and the rest of her teammates chipped in 30 as Springfield ousted host Mingo Junction 59-32.

30 YEARS AGO From 1989 FPS Files

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Applause The Carrollton High School coaches and wrestlers would like to thank the community for their continued support of our wrestling program during our annual steak fry event, which was held Nov. 16, 2019 at the Carrollton Vets Club.

We would like to say a special thank you to the Vets Club for allowing us to use their facility; the Keyser family for donating their time to cook the steaks; Dave Householder for donating his services and equipment; parents for their time and effort into planning this event; and everyone who came out to support the wrestling program to make this fundraiser a success!

The food sponsors include Betty Kay Bakery, Depot Grill & Bar, Don’s Custom Butchering, Heartland Hill Restaurant, Jeff Carter, Matt and Heather Campbell, Minerva Kishman’s Fresh Market IGA, Normandy Inn , Ponderosa Steakhouse, Sam’s Club, Sander’s Market, Texas Roadhouse-New Philadelphia, and Ulman’s Bakery.

The auction, door prize and cash donation sponsors include Advanced Auto Parts, All in Training, April Hoopes, Ashton’s Preservation Association, Aultman Medical Group Family Medicine of Carrollton, Avalon Heating & Cooling, BJ Custom Crates, Brace Power Equipment, Brooks Auto Parts, Bruce E Barker, D.D.S., Bud’s Flowers, Bubbas, Carroll Country Flowers, Carroll Meadows Golf Course, Carrollton Ace Hardware, Carrollton Athletic Department, C & E Surplus- Minerva, Carrollton Farmer’s Exchange, Chick-fil-A, Columbiana Napa- Scott Spears, Consumers National Bank, Cooper’s Kustom Signs & Metal Designs - J.C. Cooper, Crossroads Pizza-Carrollton, Crowl Interiors, Cutler Realty-Robyn Clark, Danny’s Barbershop, Deluxe Body Shop, Don and Landa Kurtz, Dowell Dental Group, Dunlap Photography, ESO Pipeline - Bryan & Kathy Shaw, Fair Vision, Family Video, Firehouse Grill, Fusion Ceramics - Richard and Carol Hannon, Glenda’s Sweet Confections, Gordon’s Graphics, Gotch & Company Inc., Gionino’s Pizzeria, Grinder’s Above & Beyond of Minerva, Grubbs Family Chiropractic, H&M Tire, Hair Etc., Hidden Valley Bulk Foods, Huebner Chevrolet Subaru, IBZ Enterprises LLC, Jimmy’s Backyard BBQ, and Joseph and Rose Seck, Kampfer Lane Farms, Lakeside Grill, Lovett Construction, Lykins Oil, Mark’s Place, Matco Tools, McBane Insurance & Financial Services, McFadden Insurance Agency , Michelle Crall, Murphey’s Tractor & Equipment, Muskingum Watershed Conservancy, NAPA Auto Parts-Carson, Newell Realty & Auctions, Norwex-Chris Pasiuk, Pampered Pet Salon, Pepsi - Gene Dunlap, Pet Supplies Plus, Pieces with a Purpose, Que Pasa, R & L Auto Service, Rae Knipp-beautician, Rick & Carol Hannon, Richardson Electric, Robertson’s Building Center, Rossi’s Drive Thru, Seven Springs Fencing, Shannon Noble, Sherwin Williams, Sky Zone, Small Batch Honey Company - John Cooper, Snap on tools - Marty Green, TCP Creations, Texas Roadhouse-Canton, The Blowout Studio, The Rail, Tim and Mikki Timberlake, Tractor Supply Company, Warner Home Comfort LLC (DBA) Advanced Indoor Comfort Smith Piping, Waynesburg Vision Care, Weir Trucking, and Workhouse Fitness.

Carrollton High School Wrestling Coaches and Wrestlers

Ms. Carolyn McCoy was assigned as Officer in Charge at the Carrollton Post Office, until a new postmaster was to be selected.

Nathan Aquedakes, 13, son of Norman and Kathy Aquedakes of Leopard Rd., Minerva, was awarded a weanling colt by the Carroll County 4-H Saddle Horse Committee.

The four Carrollton High School instrumental music students selected to play with a select band at the District VIII band conference of the Ohio Music Education Association, included Alan German, tuba; Lisa Buchanan, flute; Tim Robinson, trombone, and Rob Ferguson, percussion.

It took two overtimes for Carrollton to earn a 60-56 cage win over Wintersville in their season opener.

20 YEARS AGO From 1999 FPS Files Councilman Milo Baker, who won re-election at the Nov. 2 general election, was sworn into office as a member of Sherrodsville Village Council.

The 60-voice Carroll County Chorale, under the direction of Mrs. Mindy Domer, presented a concert Dec. 3 at Carrollton First Presbyterian Church.

Wilbur George, with two Belgian horses pulling a Doctor’s buggy, won the Best of Parade category at Carrollton’s 1999 Christmas parade.

Tracy Hanna and Justin Haislip were named Students of the Month for November at Carrollton High School, where both were seniors.

Returning lettermen on Carrollton High School’s basketball team were Matt Moore, Ryan Roof, Nathan Snode and Patrick Michel.

Warrior wrestling returning lettermen included Kenny Wilson, Rich Bausell, Dave DeChellis, Shawn Leggett, B. Jenkins, Marc Keyser, Dave Weber, Adam Shipley and Keith Beckley.

10 YEARS AGO From 2009 FPS Files With operating losses that could be $1 million by the end of the year, the future of Atwood Lake Resort and Conference Center continued to be a topic of concern by its owner, the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District.

Ed Trushel was re-elected president of the Carroll County Agricultural Society.

A total of 80 entries took part in Carrollton’s 2009 Christmas parade, whose theme was “Come Share the Joy of Christmas.”

The four returning lettermen on Carrollton’s Lady Warriors basketball team were Kayla Linhart, Molly Fox, Tessa Sanders and Erin White.

Throwback Ad Published Dec. 2, 1999 in The Free Press Standard

Early deadlines are in effect The Free Press Standard will have early deadlines for Christmas issue, Dec. 26.

The deadline for display advertising is noon Thursday, Dec. 19.

For classified ads, the deadline is noon Thursday, Dec. 19.

Editorial deadlines are as follows: News, Sports and Accent: 10

a.m. Thursday, Dec. 19; Obituaries: 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 22; and Letters to the Editor: Noon Thursday, Dec. 19.

The office will be closed Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 2425, for Christmas and Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 for New Year’s Day. Reminder: The office is closed on Wednesdays.

JENNIFER MCINTIRE and FAMILY To the Editor On Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, a benefit was held to assist myself and my family through the unexpected expenses of having brain surgery. In 2018, I was diagnosed with Arnold-Chiari Malformation.

Medication management was unsuccessful and corrective surgery was required. I am doing well at this point, but the level of success of the surgery is not yet clear, as this takes time.

I would like to personally reach out and thank each and every one of the local businesses and area residents that supported the dinner and Chinese auction. So many of you came to my aide with donations to help ensure the benefit was successful. I cannot begin to thank all of you enough. The level of compassion in this small town community and surrounding areas is truly inspiring.

Without each and every one of you, the benefit would not have been the success that it was. Thank you to each and every one of you on behalf of myself and my family, from the bottom of my heart.

With the greatest appreciation, Jennifer McIntire and family

Letter to the Editor Editor’s Note: The FPS has a policy of one letter to the editor per month, but the staff has decided to allow Mr. Caldwell to submit a second letter since the public has questions about the ongoing investigation of the deputy-involved shooting. The investigation, conducted by the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation, will take several months to complete.

Letter to the Editor In regards to release of investigative information: In response to the concerns regarding the lack of information being released by Sheriff Williams office – it is important to note that the Sheriff’s office is NOT conducting the investigation regarding the officer involved shooting on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019.

The Ohio BCI (Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation, also referred to as BCI&I) is the lead investigative agency in this matter. As a matter of proper procedure, Sheriff Williams immediately requested their assistance to conduct an impartial investigation of this incident. Considering that another agency is the lead on this investigation it would certainly be improper for our Sheriff to comment as to any information regarding this matter other than what has already been released. Anyone that has concerns about the transparency of the investigation should contact BCI spokesman Steve Irwin. I am sure he will be happy to share the latest information as to the progress of the investigation with you.

As I stated in a previous post, it is important to all parties involved, the Deputy and the family members, that the innuendos, speculation and unsubstantiated rumors cease until the true facts in this investigation come to light. There is no question that the family members, the Deputy and the members of the Sheriff’s Department are struggling with a very traumatic time in their lives. The last thing they need is more grief created by half-truths and rumors.

I once again urge people to wait to voice any criticism or praise until a full impartial investigation is completed and the true facts are known. In the meantime please pray for all the members of our Sheriff’s Department and the family members that have had their lives changed forever by this tragic event. Pray that justice will be served and that all parties will eventually find comfort in belief in a Higher Power.

Ptl. Jeffrey J. Caldwell IPD Retired Dellroy, OH

To the Editor, As we approach the holidays, all of us should thank the Business Women’s Group, along with the Fire Department members who assisted them in decorating the Public Square and the downtown areas. It is outstanding.

Also, we should congratulate the business owners who have taken the time to decorate their windows to celebrate the Reason for the Season.

Do you remember when we advertised Carrollton as the Christmas Village and we advertised on TV for people to come to Carrollton to visit and shop? Our businesses all decorated to the best of their ability. I think we can do it once more. After all, a string of lights in the window to compliment the work of the Business Women would cost very little.

Sincerely, Larry W. Garner Carrollton

Guest Column Finding Your Ancestors

By NANCY SCHAAR FPS Correspondent, Historian & Professional Genealogist

As families get together over Christmas and New Year’s, it is a great opportunity to hear your grandparents or maybe if you are lucky enough, to hear your great grandparents tell stories about their youth and the days of growing up.

One of the most frequent comments I hear from those researching their family tree is the regret that they did not listen to those old stories when they were young. If only they had listened, if only they had paid attention, they would know some of the answers to the questions they have now.

Don’t put off these visits and questions. Time does have a way of running out and the answers you seek may never be known.

Many years ago when my husband and I first started researching his ancestors, everyone we talked to in the family said, you need to go see Florence. That was Florence Schaar, who lived at Goshen in Tuscarawas County. She was well into her 90’s and from what everyone in the family said, she knew the history, she knew the stories, she had the photos.

We couldn’t wait to meet her and spend time with her.

My husband called her. He explained who he was and why he wanted to see her. She knew who he was, who his dad was and how they were related. They both descended from their immigrant ancestor, Johann Rudolph Schaar from Switzerland.

Florence was a sweetheart to talk to on the phone. She said she would get the photos and other items out to share with us.

She lived on a little farm and still raised chickens and gathered eggs and did other country chores. She said she had chores but would have time to visit on Sunday. We set a date and couldn’t wait.

We were broken hearted to pick up Sunday morning’s paper. She had passed away and her obituary was in the paper that day.

We spoke with her son who said she was very excited about our upcoming visit and was

looking forward to sharing family stories with us. He knew she had put together old photos, newspaper clippings, and other treasures she had. But he wasn’t sure where she had put them.

We waited too long.

Don’t wait too long. Listen to the old stories once again, even if you have heard them before.

Ask your older relatives questions. Where did their parents meet? Ask about war service in the family. Ask about who went west.

The older members of the family love to talk about those old days. Even relatives whose memory might be a little fuzzy about today’s events, for some special reason they do remember the old days.

When my grandmother was in her 90’s, she thought my sisters and I were her sisters. She thought my dad was her brother, Harry. She had today a bit mixed up.

But every single story she told me about her youth, school years, events in the family, every single one was documented and proven true. She didn’t miss a memory. For some special reason, older people recall those fond memories of days gone by.

A great question for the Christmas season is to ask how they celebrated Christmas as a small child. Those traditions may be quite different from what you have today.

Names, dates and places can be found in county court records, church or cemetery records, obituaries and other documents.

But the story behind those names, dates and places can’t be found in primary documents.

You can find the names of your ancestors in the marriage records. You can find when they married and who the preacher was that tied the knot for them.

But you can’t find answers as to where they met. Was it at a dance, at a church meeting, at school? The story is known only to the family.

Don’t let those stories get away. Don’t let them fade and disappear. Ask questions and listen to those wonderful stories one more time.

Enjoy your search and the journey. If I can help, please write or email me at The Free Press Standard, PO Box 37, Carrollton, OH or fps44615@ yahoo.com.

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Chestnut Ridge UMC sets breakfast

Chestnut Ridge United Methodist Church at 1177 Cinder Rd. SE, Bergholz, will host a pancake and sausage breakfast from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7.

The cost of the meal is by donation only and proceeds will be used to continue fund-raising efforts for a new church roof.

Birth Announcements Nov. 19 Mariah Faverty of Magnolia, a boy, Mercy Medical Center.

Nov. 22 Amber Williamson and Travis Lauhon of Carrollton, a boy, Aultman Hospital.

MARK STATLER

ROGER HOARD

JOANN JONES COPELAND

Statler and friends to perform Christmas concert Dec. 15 Longtime friends and musicians Mark Statler and Roger Hoard will be holding their annual Christmas Concert at Century Farms Barn, 1121 Canton Road, Carrollton, (behind Days Inn/Ponderosa Steakhouse) on Sunday, Dec. 15, at 6 p.m.

The concert is free and open to the public. A love offering will

be taken to cover expenses and to also benefit a dear friend of Mark’s who is disabled due to a severe brain aneurysm and stroke.

Special singing guest at this year’s concert will be JoAnn Jones Copeland. JoAnn, Roger and Mark have been friends and have worked together through

Jamboree USA and Jamboree in the Hills and various concert venues for many years.

For more information, please contact 330-280-0653 or find info on Statler’s Facebook page.

Come and bring your friends and family to share a heartfelt and joyful evening of Christmas music and memories.

DFC plans ‘Light Up Malvern’ on Saturday

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by Ertl, Scale Models, SpecCast and more

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Trucks & Construction

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Horses & Accessories

The public is invited to “Light Up Malvern” Saturday, Dec. 7, at the “new church in the

Kyle’s Custom

•Melissa & Doug Toys •Radio Flyer Bikes, Trikes & Wagons

•Antique Toys & Collectibles

Collector Edition Models

Hrs: Monday - Friday 9:30 AM - 5 PM Saturday 10 AM - 3 PM

OPEN 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Every Day

MOST CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED

330-627-5343

www.budsfarmtoys.net 75 W. Main St., Carrollton, OH 44615

Cut Your Own Available 100 Apollo Road, Carrollton For more information, call 330-324-1307

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Amsterdam Community Church of God Pastor David Guess Main Street, Amsterdam Phone 740-543-3927 Sunday Worship 10:30 A.M. & 7 P.M. Children’s Programs Wednesday 10:30 A.M. and 7 P.M. Kilgore Evangelical Church 8114 Germano Rd. S.E. Amsterdam Sunday School 10 A.M. Worship 11 A.M. Eve. 6 P.M. Wed. Bible Study 7 P.M. 330-739-5035 AUGUSTA Augusta Christian Church 8150 Andora Rd., NE, Augusta Phil Fairchild Phone 330-738-3302 Sunday School 9:30 A.M. Worship 10:30 A.M. BERGHOLZ Bergholz Faith Community Church Pastor Chad Thompson Rt. 524, Bergholz Phone 740-768-2835 Worship 10:45 A.M. CARROLLTON Baxters Ridge United Methodist Church Rev. Richard Wallace Office: 330-735-3187 4006 Jade N.W., Carrollton Sunday School 9:30 A.M. Worship Service 10:30 A.m.

(Handicap Accessible) Carroll United Presbyterian Church Rev. Lewis Johnston 265 Second St. S.W. Carrollton Phone 330-627-4109 Sunday Worship 9:15 A.M. Carrollton Baptist Temple Pastor: David L. Powell 1211 Lincoln Ave. N.W., Carrollton Phone 627-5124 Sunday School 10 A.M. Worship 11 A.M., 6 P.M. Wed. 7 P.M. Wed. Kings Kids & Youth 6:30 P.M. Free transportation for all services Carrollton Bible Chapel “Community Fellowship in Jesus Christ” Senior Pastor Dr. Chuck Wilson 365 Steubenville Rd. S.E. Carrollton Phone 627-7376 Sunday School 9:30 A.M. Sunday Worship 10:30 A.M. Youth Groups Wed. 6:30 P.M.

old school,” Damascus Friends Church Malvern Campus.

From 5-8 p.m., children can enjoy a night of games, a bounce house, food, raffles, crafts and more. Children may also visit with Santa and have their picture taken with him.

All the events are free.

New this year is an Ugly Christmas Shirt Contest.”

Those attending are encouraged to bring their ideas for their shirts. The grand prize is a gift basket.

The event is hosted by Damascus Friends Church of Malvern, 701 N. Main St., Malvern.

For more information, contact Mark or Karla Wells at 330605-8435 or Darla Murray at 330-205-1247.

Information about Advent services sought for holiday listing

Local and area churches planning special Advent programs or cantatas are requested to submit information to The Free Press Standard no later than Friday, Dec. 13.

Information may be dropped

off at the FPS business office at 43 E. Main St. in downtown Carrollton, mailed to The FPS at PO Box 37, Carrollton, OH 44615, faxed to 330-627-3195 or emailed to fps44615@yahoo. com.

Thursday, December 5, 2019

“What do you want for Christmas?” This question will be asked many times in the coming weeks. The possible responses to this question are nearly infinite; maybe a football, a hula-hoop, two front teeth, jewelry, tools, or an “official Red Ryder carbine action 200-shot range model air rifle with a compass in the stock and this thing that tells time,” just to name a few.

It is clear that this time of year is surrounded with many exciting things to look forward to; colorful decorations, delicious food, quality time with family and friends, wrapping and unwrapping presents, and cheesecake...Mmm...cheesecake. Most importantly, this is the time of year that we celebrate the most anticipated gift of all time; the coming of our Lord and Savior, Jesus.

Many Christians refer to this time of year as “Advent,” (derived from the Latin word adventus) meaning “coming” is observed during the four Sundays preceding Christmas. It is a time of prayerful preparation, a time of anticipation, a faithful celebration of both; The birth of Jesus at Bethlehem, and His promised return.

I urge you to be purposeful during this time. While enjoying all of the beautiful pageantry of this Christmas season, please remember we are celebrating the greatest gift ever given to all of creation.

John 3:16 For God so loved the world that he gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.

God loves YOU so much that He gave you the most precious gift!

The gift of forgiveness, salvation, and eternal life offered by and through Jesus. As you think about “the perfect gift” to give your loved ones, please remember that God has given the perfect gift and to receive it, you must believe in your heart that Jesus is the Christ, and profess Him as Lord.

I may not know what items are on your Christmas wish list or what hints your loved ones are so coyly dropping, but I can offer my prayer for you and your family. As I type this, my Bible is open to Romans 15:13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. My prayer for you and your family is that you put your trust in God, that you are overflowing with the joy and peace that only God can provide. I pray that you have a safe and blessed Christmas season full of Hope, Love, Peace and Joy as you celebrate the miraculous birth of our Lord and Savior.

Pastor Chad Thompson Bergholz Faith Community Church

Church of God sets Cookie Walk Dec. 7 The Carrollton Church of God’s Women’s Ministries will hold a Cookie Walk on Saturday, Dec. 7, 8-11 a.m., at the church, 371 Moody Ave., Carrollton.

Members are making a variety of cookies and candy for the event, including chocolate crinkles, cut-outs and lemon cookies.

Those attending can choose

from three sizes of containers to fill with their cookies of choice: small, $15; medium, $25; or large, $40.

Proceeds from the event are used to support Days for Girls, which provides sustainable feminine hygiene solutions for women and girls living in Africa, Asia and South America and Carrollton Schools’ CARE Team.

CHURCH DIRECTORY

Carrollton Believers Fellowship “A God Experience for the Whole Family” Pastors Frank & Fran Leghart 3006 Waynesburg Rd., Carrollton Phone 330-627-4848 Mailing address: PO Box 146, Carollton, OH 44615 Services: Sunday 10 A.M. Wednesday 7 P.M. Children’s classes & Nursery at all services BLAZEYouthMinistry-Weds.7P.M. Carrollton Church of God Pastor Jarron Fry 371 Moody Ave., Carrollton Phone 330-627-4406 Sunday Worship 10:30 A.M. carrolltonchurchofgod.org Carrollton Church of The Nazarene Rev. Grace Baughman 274 Fifth St., N.W. Carrollton Phone 330-862-8016 Sunday Worship 11 A.M. Sunday School 10 A.M. Chestnut Ridge United Methodist Church Pastors Lee Iden 1177 Cinder Rd. NE, Carrollton Phone 330-614-4395 Sunday Worship 11:45 A.M. Church of Christ (Christian Disciples) Mark Statler 353 Moody Ave. S.W. Carrollton Phone 627-4451 Worship 10:00 A.M. Sunday School 9 A.M. The Family Worship Center Full Gospel Church Pastor Diana Bowling-Ruoff 225 N. Lisbon St., Carrollton Phone 330-627-5589 Sunday Worship 10:00 A.M. Children’s Church after Praise & Worship Wed. Night Prayer 7-8:00 P.M. First United Methodist Church Rev. Kimberly Arbaugh, Senior Pastor JP Snyder, Associate Pastor 253 S. Lisbon, Carrollton, 627-7671 Sunday School 9:30 A.M. Worship 8:30 A.M., 11 A.M. yellowbrickchurch.org The Bridge (Carroll County Fairgrounds) Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

Harsh Bible Church Minister Ed Good 4236 Lunar Rd., Carrollton Phone 330-494-7559 Sunday School 9:30 A.M. Worship 10:30 A.M. Sunday Evening Service 6 P.M. Wednesday Bible Study 7 P.M.

Bud’s Flowers & Gifts See us at our new location!

80 W. Main St., Carrollton * 330-627-5114 The Ashton House Museum Open April-December 120 3rd St. NW, Carrollton *330-627-2682

First Presbyterian Church Rev. Tim Dyck 200 N. Lisbon St., Carrollton Phone 627-4330 Church Service 10:30 A.M. Heaven’s Edge Apostolic Church Pastor Bill Grimes 1196 Brenner Rd. NE, Carrollton Phone 330-324-7969 Sunday Service 10 A.M. Thursday Bible Study 7 P.M.

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Herrington-Bethel United Methodist Church Pastor Allen Hill 4009 Arbor Rd., Mechanicstown Phone 330-627-5291 wwwHerringtonBethel.com Worship Service at 9:30 A.M.

Damascus Friends Church Malvern Campus Malvern High School, 401 W. Main St. Mark Wells, Campus pastor 330-605-8435 Contemporary Sunday Services: 9:30 Adult Sunday School 9:30 A.M. High-middle school 11 a.m.

Children’s Reign Forest, both services

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Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church Rev. Vernon Palo 89 Canyon Rd. S.W., Carrollton Worship 9:45 A.M. Sunday School 11 A.M. Office & Church Phone 330-627-2219

Christ Community Church Pastor Scott Welch 20 East Main St., Dellroy, Ohio Phone 330-735-2127 Men’s Group 8 A.M. Sunday School 9 A.M. Worship Service 10 A.M. Kids Church 10 A.M. www.loveled.org

North Suburban Church of Christ Minister: Steve Wilsford 1067 N. Lisbon, Carrollton Phone 330-476-9749 Sunday - Bible Study 9:45 A.M. Sunday Worship 10:55 A.M., 6 P.M. Wednesday Bible Study 7 P.M. Free Bible Study Correspondence Course - P.O. Box 613, Carrollton,

Dellroy Church of the Nazarene Pastor Damon Spurgeon 7 Liberty St., Dellroy Phone 735-2609 Sunday School 9:30 A.M. Worship 10:30 A.M. Wed. Kids ROCK 5:30-7 p.m.

Ladies Bible study 6-7:30 p.m Youth group 6:30-8 p.m.

Old Path Bible Baptist Pastor David Crisco 295 E. Main St., Carrollton Phone 330-575-4773 Sunday Bible Study 10 A.M. Sunday Service 11 A.M. WednesdayBibleStudy 6:30P.M.

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Seventh-day Adventist Pastor William Rodriguez 450 12th St., Carrollton 330-627-7777 or c: 440-465-4299 brboggess@juno.com SaturdayServices Sabbath School 2 P.M. Church Service 3 P.M. Thursday Bible Study @ 6:30 p.m.

Handicap accessible Trinity Lutheran Church Rev. Andrew Riggs 275 N. Lisbon, Carrollton Phone 627-4840 Worship 11 A.M. Sunday School 9:45 A.M. Wesley Community Chapel Rev. Gordon Warner 569-12th St. N.W. Carrollton Phone 627-2917 Sunday School 9:45 A.M. Worship 10:45 A.M. Sunday Evening Service 6 P.M. Wednesday 7 P.M. Youth and children ministries VoAsh Lake Chapel Non-Denominational Church 6702 Morningside Dr. SW, Carrollton Pastor Ben Boggess Worship: Sunday, 10 a.m.

Bible Study: Monday, 6:30 p.m.

Harrison Hills United Pentecostal Church Pastor Phillip Spellman 87800 Cadiz-Jewett Rd., Jewett Phone 740-946-2851 Sunday School 9:30 A.M. Worship 10:45 AM, Youth Service 5 PM Tuesday Bible Study 7:30 PM KILGORE / HARLEM SPRINGS Kilgore-Harsh Memorial United Methodist Church Rev. Mark Thomas Kilgore Kilgore Worship 9:30 A.M. Sunday School 10:30 A.M. Harsh Memorial Harlem Springs Phone 739-3472 Sunday School 10 A.M. Worship 11 A.M. Tuesday Contemporary Praise and Worship Service, followed by small groups and youth group - 6:30 to 7 P.M. MAGNOLIA Sandy Valley Baptist Temple Pastor Matt Smith 530 Elson St. P.O. Box 482 Magnolia, Ohio 44643 Ph: 330-866-3254 Sunday School 10 A.M. Sunday Preaching 11 A.M. Sunday Evening 6 P.M. Wednesday Evening 7 P.M.

Free Press Standard Lynn Bond, Advertising Director 330-627-5591

DeNoon Lumber Co. 571 Co. Highway 52, Bergholz 740-768-2597

First Christian Church of Malvern Kenny Thomas, Senior Minister Brandon Schwartz Jr./Sr. High Youth Minister Kevin Crater, Children’s Minister 4046 Coral Rd. NW., Malvern Phone 330-863-1303 8:30 a.m. - Heritage Service 10 a.m. - Connection Service 11:30 a.m. - Connection Service Malvern United Methodist Church Pastor Frank Zugaro 121 Wood St., Malvern Phone 330-863-0009 Worship: 9:30 A.M. Sunday School: 11 A.M. Youth: Sunday evenings at 6:30 P.M. New Vine Baptist Church 423 East Porter St., Malvern Pastor Steve Gilreath Phone 330-627-5972 Sunday Morning Worship: 11 A.M. Sunday Evening Worship: 6 P.M. Adult Bible Study and Youth Group: Thursday at 7 P.M. Resurrection Lutheran Church Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod Pastor Kevin Mcleod 105 S. Reed Ave. Malvern (location former the Village Florist) Services: Sunday at 9:30 A.M. Sunday School follows Service 330-205-2359 or 330-863-0178 www.resurrectionlutheranonline.com MINERVA Catholic Community of Minerva and Malvern Pastor Rev. Fr. Victor Cinson Office 330-868-4498 P.O. Box 275, Minerva, OH 44657 St. Gabriel 400 W High St., Minerva Saturday: 6 p.m.

Sunday: 10:30 a.m.

Weekday: Tuesday & Thursday 9 a.m.

St. Francis Xavier 125 Carrollton St., Malvern Saturday: 4 p.m.

Sunday 8:30 a.m.

Weekday: Monday & Wednesday 8 a.m.

Grace Chapel 22797 Ellsworth Ave., Minerva 330-868-6700 www.gracechapel.cc Sunday services meet at Minerva High School (501 Almeda Ave) Visit website for times and details Mt. Zion Church of God 13353 Lincoln St., Minerva Pastor Leamon R. Whitehead 330-868-1016 Sunday morning service 10 A.M. Sunday evening service 6 P.M. Thursday evening service 7 P.M. Pleasant Grove-Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Pastor John Carpenter 330-895-2011 (Cell) 740-262-8103 Pleasant Grove 5230 Arrow Rd. N.W., Minerva Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Worship 10:45 a.m.

Mt. Zion 2004 Bellflower Rd., Minerva P.O. Box 163, Augusta, 44607 Phone 330- 895-2016 Worship 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School 10:45 A.M. Bible Study every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.

(Vertical chair lift available, elevator like) PERRYSVILLE Perrysville-Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church Pastor Dixie Hendricks Rt. 164, Perrysville Sunday School 9:30 A.M., Worship 10:30 Pleasant Hill Scio Rd. S.W. (Rt.332), Carrollton Worship 9 A.M. Sunday School 10 A.M. SALINEVILLE Greenbrier Non Denominational Church Harold Barber, pastor 330-738-3301 5207 Apollo Rd., Salineville Worship Service 10 A.M. Riley’s United Methodist Church Pastor Linda Barker Rt. 39, Salineville Worship 9:30 A.M. WAYNESBURG St. James Church Rev. Joseph Zamary, Pastor 400 W. Lisbon St., Waynesburg Phone 330-866-9449 Mass Saturday 4:30 P.M. Mass Sunday 9 A.M.

Submit Your Church News at fps44615@yahoo.com Celebrating 86 Years of Serving the Community Ashton’s 5¢ and 10¢ Store 60 W. Main St., Carrollton, 330-627-2340

fps44615@yahoo.com ACCENT McElroy to sign newest book at Paperworks & More Thursday, December 5, 2019

By NANCY SCHAAR FPS Correspondent Historian, presidential scholar and biographer Richard McElroy will appear at Paperworks & More on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., to introduce and sign his latest book, “Buckeye Bios: Footprints to Greatness.”

Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the shop, located at 32 W. Main Street, in Carrollton.

With research assistance from his granddaughter, Emma Grace Lee Knisely, a junior in the honors program at GlenOak High School in Canton, McElroy introduces readers to 20 influential and iconic figures in American history. Though not all were born in Ohio, through their education, family roots or legacy all of them are identified as “Buckeyes,” and all have labeled themselves as Ohioans.

The individuals chosen for the book are: • James A. Garfield – Self Made Man;

• Paul Brown – Father of Modern Football; • Charles Turner – Pioneer in Animal Behavior; • Renee Powell – First Lady of Golf; • Grave Neville Carrothers – She Painted America; • Granville T. Woods – Wizard in Electricity; • Will L. Thompson – Music Man on a Mission; • Mary Gladwin – Maid of Mercy; • Grace Goulder Izant – Ohioana’s First Lady; • Zane Grey – Sage of the West; • Paul Lawrence Dunbar – A Gift for Words; • John Rarey – The First Horse Whisperer; • Moses Fleetwood Walker – Pioneer Pro; • Lou Groza – The Toe; • Octa W. Foster – Spartan of the Valley; • U. S. Grant – A Leader in Waiting; • Annie Oakley – Little Miss Sure Shot; • William Holmes McGuffey – Schoolmaster to a Nation; • Jean Peters – Beyond Beau-

Sherry’s Book Corner Hello everyone! Well, for the most part I am prepared for the Christmas season. How about you?

If you are still purchasing your Christmas gifts, I have something in mind just for you! Of course, this would be a ladies gift just so you know. The gift is a book and it is an inspirational romance story.

Years ago, I was shopping for Christmas gifts at our town square.

I came across a gift shop that looked intriguing, so I stepped inside. The scent that surrounded you was heavenly, and the music you heard, invited you to stay.

The lady behind the counter had warm brown eyes and a generous smile. Once we started talking, it seemed like we had known each other forever.

When I left her store, I told her I would be back soon. We had so much in common. When I returned, I took along a Christmas tin full of my Friendship Tea to give to my new friend. We have been the best of friends ever since. This best friend of mine is Kathleen Evans Horn.

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tiful; and • George E. Parkinson – Servant of God. McElroy attended Smithfield High School and is a 1964 Carrollton High School graduate who at one time worked for The Free Press Standard as a pressman. He earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Kent State University. He taught school for 32 years in Stow and North Canton, and for eight years taught political science, history and education at Mount Union and Malone universities.

He coached football, basketball, and track, and was inducted into the Stark County Softball Hall of Fame in 1999.

In addition, McElroy has served as a Canton City councilman and was an active member of the Mayor’s Literacy Commission and the Stark County Regional Planning Commission. He has been selected and honored for the Who’s Who in the World, International Men of Achievement and was a recipient of the Distinguished Service Award for Outstanding Citizen.

McElroy is the author of 12

By Sherry Kline Bolitho

Her story is rich in history and full of God’s grace. Kathleen’s main character, Emma is fashioned after Kathleen. If you know Kathy, you will see this in Emma. Emma loved Thomas but he was an unbeliever. She had a problem with that.

Emma heard good news. “So full of gratitude was she to the One who had given her the desire of her heart, she could barely contain herself.” Now you tell me, doesn’t that sound like Kathy?

Until next time, enjoy reading The Everlasting Kind!

Your friend, Sherry Sherry Kline Bolitho Adult Book Title: The Everlasting Kind Author: Kathleen Evans Horn Publisher: Amazon Price: $10.99 Available at the Carroll County District Library Emma was young and full of life. She loved the countryside in which she lived. One of her favorite past times was riding her Arabian stallion, Arab. She loved riding bareback. She enjoyed the wind freely pressing against her body and through her hair. She had a quiet nature and she embraced the quiet around her.

Emma’s life is about to change when her aunt and uncle ask her to come to their home for a visit. At first she declined the invitation, but soon she was persuaded to change her mind. Many doors opened for this young lady as she traveled far from home. But who is Thomas and how does he fit into her life?

Senior Center Menus Dec. 9-13 Carrollton Friendship Center Malvern Nutrition Site Sherrodsville Lions Club Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. daily. Cost is $2. For reservations, call the Friendship Center a 330-627-7017; Malvern Senior Center, 121 Wood St. (inside United Methodist Church), Malvern, 330-2056654 – dial “1” if using a landline; Sherrodsville Center at 740-269-2200, all before 8:30 a.m.

Monday – Chicken thighs, red potatoes, green beans, apple, bread/margarine.

Tuesday – Sausage gravy/bis-

cuits, mashed potatoes, carrots, banana, animal crackers.

Wednesday – Wedding soup, small chef salad, tropical fruit, crackers.

Thursday – Salisbury steak/ gravy, noodles, corn, apricot, juice, bread/margarine.

Friday – Taco salad, red beans, rice, refried beans, fruit, tortilla chips.

Minerva Senior Center Monday – Baked chicken, Augratin potatoes, Oriental coleslaw, cinnamon-surprise.

Tuesday – Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes/gravy, Plentiful p’s salad, pudding.

Wednesday – Baked ham,

sweet potatoes or white potatoes, green bean casserole, grape/broccoli salad, cake.

Thursday – Chicken cordon blue, lasagna, tossed salad, garlic bread, fruit.

Friday – Liver and onions, mashed potatoes/gravy, vegetable tray, brownie.

All meals are served with bread and butter, beverages, milk, and dessert.

Diabetic salads and desserts are available upon request.

Please call the senior center at 330-868-6004 by noon on the day you plan to attend. Carryout meals are available daily until 6 p.m. The cost is $6.

Friendship Center to hold Santa Shop this Friday The Carroll County Council on Aging will host its second annual Santa Shop on Friday, Dec. 6, 6-8 p.m., at the center, located atthe Friendship

Center, 100 Kensington Road, N.E., Carrollton.

There will be crafters, bakers and independent consultants selling their products. There

will also be a cash snack bar.

Cookies and punch are free.

For more information, call Director Tonya Myers at 330627-7017.

books. Previous works include “Battlefield Presidents: Zachary Taylor and Benjamin Harrison and their America,” “American Presidents Vol. II: From George to George,” and a series on American Presidents and First Ladies.

Copies of his books may be purchased from McElroy for $20 plus $4.95 shipping and handling.

For additional information or to order books, email McElroy at richmcelroy1947@gmail. com, or write to Richard L. McElroy, 1300 Diamond St. NE, Canton, Ohio 44721.

Carrollton graduate Richard McElroy wrote “Buckeye Bios: Footprints to Greatness” with research assistance from his granddaughter Emma Knisely. A book signing will be held Saturday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., at Paperworks & More.

Events Calendar ONGOING EVENTS FREE CLOTHING giveaway to anyone who needs it every 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Dellroy Church of the Nazarene from 9 a.m. noon. Anyone welcome.

BLUE CREW Prayer Walk in Dellroy every other Wednesday at 6 p.m. Check Christ Community Church calendar at loveled.org or Facebook posts for specific Prayer Walks. Have a prayer request? Contact 330735-2127 or cccmsa@loveled. org.

CAREGIVER SUPPORT Group at The Friendship Center, 100 Kensington Rd. NE, from 2-4 p.m. every 3rd Monday of each month. Next meeting is Nov. 25. For more info. call Pat Lake, RN at 800-9454250 ext. 4901.

CARROLL COUNTY Democratic Central & Executive Committee meeting in the lower level of the Friendship Center, Dec. 9 at 6 p.m.

ALGONQUIN MILL Farm House Gift Shop will be open Nov. 7 – Jan. 16. Hours are Thursdays from 9-4 and Saturday and Sunday from 1-4.

FREE COMMUNITY Blessings Dinner at Perry Twp. Hall, Dec. 4 from 5-7 p.m. Sponsored by Perrysville & Pleasant Hill UMC’s. Upcoming dinner dates are Jan. 29, Feb. 26 and March 25, 2020. For more info. call 330-627-7593.

THIS WEEK EVENTS CARROLL COUNTY Animal Protection League meeting Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m. at CCAPL Shelter building, 4901 Canton Rd. NW. JOIN US in making Christmas gift tags at C.C. Library, Dec. 5 at 6 p.m.

AREA 16 Workforce Development Board (WDB16) will be holding a meeting Dec. 6 at 9:30 a.m. at the Puskarich Public Library, 200 E. Market St., Cadiz. For more info. contact Rob Guentter, Staff of the Board, WIOA WDB Area 16, at (740) 454-3724.

MCCOOK HOUSE Civil War Museum, located at the top of Carrollton’s Square, will

hold an open house Dec. 6-8.

Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 1-5 p.m.

Sunday. Admission is by donation.

ALL YOU Can Eat Breakfast at Loudon Twp. Community Center (former Kilgore school), Dec. 7 from 7:30-10 a.m. Cost is by donation. Carry-out available. There will be a basket raffle. This will be the last breakfast until April 2020.

For more info. call Donna at 330-739-4193 or Judy at 330323-5610.

STEAK FRY & Bake Sale at the VFW on Chase Rd., Dec. 7 from 5-8 p.m. Open to the public. Take-out available. Music from 8-11 p.m. by Liberty Bridge band.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS of the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District will hold a special meeting on Dec. 7 at 10:30 a.m. at the Country Inn & Suites, 1120 Gateway Place, Dover. The Board is meeting for the purpose of consideration of the employment of a public employee. The Board will hold an executive session for that purpose and no action is anticipated.

HOMEMADE LASAGNA Dinner at Jewett Vol. Fire Dept., Dec. 8 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Includes salad bar, bread, dessert & beverage. $10 adults, $6 children.

JOIN US at C.C. Library on

Dec. 9 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. for a time of coloring Christmas themed coloring sheets, listening to Christmas music and sipping warm beverages.

NEIL STONEMAN will be at the C.C. Library giving talks on health related issues, Dec. 10 at 6:30 p.m. Neil has 26 years experience as a community pharmacist. He will address the topic of understanding the gut/brain axis.

UPCOMING EVENTS CHRISTMAS PICS with Santa at Tractor Supply, Dec. 14-15 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Cost for 4x6 photo (offered at the time of sitting) is $10 (cash or check w/ID). All proceeds go to C.C. Animal Protection League building fund.

CHRISTMAS CANTATA, “Christ Has Come” at Perrysville UMC (located on Rt. 164 in Perrysville), Dec. 15 at 10:30 a.m. The community is invited.

ANNUAL COOKIE Exchange at CC Library, Dec. 19 at 6:30 p.m.

THE AREA 16 Council of Government (COG) will hold a meeting Dec. 20 at 1 p.m. at the Harrison County DJFS Office, 520 N. Main St., Cadiz. For more info. contact Rob Guentter, Staff of the Board, WIOA WDB Area 16, at (740) 454-3724.

C.C. LIBRARY will be closed the following dates: Dec. 24-25 and Dec. 31.

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Real Estate Real Estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, thus making it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or the intention to make any such preferences, limitations or discriminations.

The Free Press will not knowingly accept advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Be informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

The Free Press Standard ___________________ COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES – Newell Realty & Auctions, 330-6272350. (01tfcweb) ___________________ CARROLL CO: Brown Twp. 82.8 acres, $364,900. Near Carrollton on Lee Rd. NW. HARRISON CO: Archer Twp. 96 acres, open & wooded, $399,900.

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Misc. Wanted WANTED: Standing Timber & Walnut Trees – Call Carroll County Logging, 330-738-2050 or 440-897-0863.

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Help Wanted LINE OPERATORS needed at plastic manufacturing plant. Full benefits, tiered pay increases. Must pass pre-employment drug screening. $10 & up. No experience required.

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For Rent Real Estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, thus making it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or the intention to make any such preferences, limitations or discriminations.

The Free Press will not knowingly accept advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Be informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

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The State of Ohio, Carroll County CASE #19CVE29330 MYCUMORTGAGE, LLC Plaintiff -vsBRANDON F. MORROW, ET AL Defendant In pursuance of an Order of Sale in the above entitled Action, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the lobby of the Sheriff’s Office, in Carrollton, in the above named County, on TUESDAY, the 24th day of DECEMBER, 2019, at 10:00 o’clock A.M. If the property does not receive a sufficient bid, said property will be offered for sale again on TUESDAY, the 31st day of DECEMBER, 2019 at 10:00 A.M. *LEGAL DESCRIPTIONS MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE CARROLL COUNTY RECORDER’S OFFICE, 119 PUBLIC SQUARE, SUITE 205, CARROLLTON, OH *Said Premises Located at: 9161 BERRY ROAD NE, KENSINGTON, OH 44427 11-0000035.015 *Said Premises Appraised at $66,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount at the first sale date. If the property does not sell at first sale date and is offered at the second sale date, the sale will start with a "No set minimum

bid".

The purchaser shall be responsible for cost, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover. Neither the Sheriff's Office nor any affiliates have access to the inside of said property, including appraisal for bank loans, and is not liable for the condition of the property upon confirmation of the sale.

TERMS OF SALE: Deposit due on the day of the sale, personal, certified or cashier's check accepted.

Balance due upon confirmation of the sale by the court.

If the appraised value of the property is: Less than or equal to $10,000 = Deposit of $2,000 More than $10,000 but less than or equal to $200,000 = Deposit of $5,000 More than $200,000 = Deposit of $10,000 Buyer beware that he/she may be responsible for any and all outstanding costs not covered by sale proceeds.

DALE R. WILLIAMS, SHERIFF CARROLL COUNTY, OHIO DINSMORE & SHOHL, LLP 513-977-8200 Attorney Published in The Free Press Standard November 28, December 5 and 12, 2019.

Commissioners of Carroll County proceed to vacate a roadway described as follows: Situated in the Village of Leavittsville, Township of Monroe, County of Carroll and State of Ohio; Known as and being a part of the Northeast Quarter of Section 33, Township 14N, Range 6W, also being a portion of Monroe alley and a portion of an unnamed alley.

A complete legal description is available by contacting the Commissioners’ Office at 119 S. Lisbon Street, Suite 201, Carrollton, Ohio 44615 or 330-627-4869 or online at https://carrollcountyohio.u s/public-notices-2/ A viewing by the Commissioners is scheduled for December 16, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the site of the road. A public hearing will be held on December 19, 2019 at 9:30 a.m. in the Commissioners’ meeting room in the Courthouse (119 S. Lisbon Street, Suite 201, Carrollton, Ohio). The public is invited to attend both meetings.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF CARROLL COUNTY ~s~ Melissa N. Schaar Assistant Clerk I Published in The Free Press Standard November 28 and December 5, 2019.

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

In the matter of Keith and Judith Burgett, et al, requesting that the Board of

The final meeting of 2019 of the Loudon Township Trustees will be held on

Monday. December 30, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. This meeting will include the reorganization of the Board of Trustees and the business of approving appropriations for 2020.

The first regular meeting of 2020 will be held on Tuesday, January 14 at 7:00 p.m.

All meetings will be held at the Loudon Township Community Center, 7211 Germano Rd. SE in Kilgore.

Loudon Township Trustees Margret Brogan Fiscal Officer Published in The Free Press Standard December 5, 2019.

LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given, in compliance with Revised Code Section 5713.01, that the Sexennial Update of all real property in Carroll County has been completed and pursuant to Revised Code Section 5715.17, the tax returns for Carroll County, for the tax year 2019, have been revised and the valuations completed and are open for public inspection at the office of the County Auditor located at 119 S. Lisbon Street, Carrollton, Ohio 44615. Valuations are also available on the County Auditor's website at www.carrollcountyauditor.us.

Staci Brady Chief Deputy Auditor Carroll County Published in The Free Press Standard December 5, 2019.

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Oilfield Trailers & Semi-Trucks Water Tankers – Dozer – Backhoe Lift Truck Vehicles – Jet Boat – Shop Tools & Equip – Scrap Iron

Bankruptcy auction, all sells on location: 3592 Brightwood Rd. SE, Midvale, OH 44653. Directions: 8 miles southeast of New Philadelphia, OH from I–77 take (exit 81) US 250 east to Midvale/Barnhill exit, then turn right on Barnhill Rd. SE, then left on Brightwood Rd. SE to auction. Watch for KIKO signs.

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Trucks & Oilfield Equipment: Komatsu D65E-6 dozer - MF 450 backhoe - Hyster H300A 3,0000LB forklift - Cat T50B forklift 1997 Int Paystar 5000 water truck - Ford 9000 Hydra-Lift boom truck - Mack 613 semi-truck w/3 axles & Rufnek cable winch 1986 Mack 613 tandem semi-truck w/ Braden M18-144 winch - 1981 Mack 686 semi-truck w/Braden winch - 1990 Mack 600 semi-truck tandem axle w/Tulsa winch - 1996 Mack 700 w/Rufnek winch - 1993 Mack 600 dump truck - 1977 Int Paystar 5000 dump truck - 1984 Omtec 109 tandem-axle water tanker - 1982 Semco tandem-axle water tanker - 2013 Transcraft DTL3000 roll tail semi-trailer - 1994 Piona S48 TCT7051 semi-trailer - 1994 Transcraft TL2000 super beam semi-trailer - 1971 Rogers semi lowboy trailer - 1985 Vulcan R100 Oilfield lowboy semi-trailer - 1982 Fontaine roll tail semi-trailer and other oilfield trailers - Assorted waste brine tanks.

Shop Equipment & Auto Boats: 2000 Chevy 2500 pickup - Ford E350 box van 2002 Jaguar X - 2003 Lincoln LS - 1984 Mantra 19’ jet boat w/454 engine - Hobart BC300 wire welder - Lincoln Commander 300 welder - Bennard portable crane lift - Hotsy 87SS 7HP gas washer - IR 5HP air compressor - Wellsaw 58B cutoff saw - Drill press - Transmission jack - Homak 15-drawer tool chest - Steel plate work tables - Pallet rack shelving - Large truck mount winch Assorted small hand tools - Part bins & parts - Scrap metal.

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Anything could turn up.

Terms On Chattels: Driver’s license or State ID required to register for bidder number.

Cash, Check, Debit Card, Visa, or MasterCard accepted. 4% buyer’s premium on all sales, 4% waived for cash or check.

Information is believed to be accurate but not guaranteed. Multi Par auction process may be used.

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Malvern Community Development Fund The Bluffs is accepting donations of elects officers, accepts resignations winter clothing for people in recovery At its annual meeting on Nov. 20, the Malvern Community Development Fund Board of Trustees elected new officers and trustees and accepted resignations.

Carol Brawley, the outgoing president, thanked resigning Trustees Rhonda Chiurco, Charm Woods and Tom Holmes for their years of service. Nolan Champer was elected to be the new president and Carol Brawley was elected to be the vice president. Both terms are for two years.

New Trustees Keeleigh Masters and Doug Wood will replace Chiurco and Woods. Holmes was appointed by Mayor Robert DeLong, and DeLong will appoint a new council member as his replacement. The Board of Trustees thanked Brawley and Karen Wackerly (outgoing vice president) for their years of service.

Terms for the old trustees and officers will expire Dec. 31, 2019 and new terms will begin Jan. 1, 2020. The MCDF 2020

The Bluffs, an Addiction Campuses mental and behavioral health treatment facility, is asking members of the community to clean out their closet this holiday season as they take donations of warm winter clothes this holiday season for those in recovery.

“Patients entering treatment are often going through the most difficult and traumatic time in their life,” says The Bluffs Chemical Dependency Counselor Chelsea Woodruff. “We want to ensure that during their stay with us, as well as when they

Jacob Schreffler, Karen Wackerly, Doug Wood, Susan Joyce (non-voting administrator) and one Village of Malvern Council member to be announced later.

Trustees’ terms are three years.

Minerva’s Holiday Discover Downtown is Dec. 13 Finish up your Christmas shopping at Minerva’s Holiday Discover Downtown on Friday, Dec. 13, 5-9 p.m., as you explore the shopping, music, arts, food and drinks available on North Market Street.

The Market Street Art Spot will feature “12 Days Until Christmas,” with works costing less than $100 by the gallery’s six resident artists. Tom Freeland will perform and light refreshments will be served, 5-9 p.m.

Sphon’s CCW & Armory and Simply Scarves . . . and Such will be open until 7 p.m., with

Sphon’s offering flash sales and new lines of boots, camouflage clothing, and holsters. Simply Scarves will have samples of Jill’s Gourmet Dips, as well as a new line of Minerva ornaments, keychains, and phone ring holders.

The Minerva Historical Society’s Haas Museum will be open 5-7:30 p.m., before the society’s Christmas concert by the Alliance Symphony Orchestra Big Band in the Roxy Theatre at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 each and are available at the Minerva Chamber office.

Minerva Music Center and

pattern, interventions like these can reduce the risk of relapse.

Items needed include new or gently used sweaters, coats, boots, scarves, hats and blankets that could be distributed to patients. The items can be dropped off between 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at The Bluffs, 2650 Lodge Rd. SW, Sherrodsville.

If you or someone you love needs assistance with a mental health or addiction issue, The Bluffs can be reached at its 24/7 helpline 1-888-614-2251 or via free, confidential chat at BluffsRehab.com.

Home Improvement Expo planned Jan. 26

2020 MCDF PRESIDENT NOLAN CHAMPER and VICE PRESIDENT CAROL BRAWLEY Board of Trustees will include: Alan Artzner, Scott Bowling, Carol Brawley, Nolan Champer, John Chiurco, Bob Delong, Lynn Edwards, Tom Furey, Keeleigh Masters, Scott Noble,

leave our campus they are warm and provided for during the winter season.”

Woodruff hopes that the clothing will give patients the best possible start to their recovery and increase the number of positive outcomes once they leave our program.

New research from Brown University found a 25% increase in fatal opioid overdoses after periods of freezing temperatures as compared to days that had an average temperature of 52 degrees.

While researchers continue to investigate the reasons for this

Rae’s Jewelry will be open until 7:30 p.m., with complimentary cookies and coffee at the music store and storewide savings up to 50 percent at Rae’s.

Treasured Sensations will be open until 8 p.m., and Santa will visit 5-7 p.m. The shop will also offer sales and refreshments.

Sandy Springs Brewing Company will be open until 10 p.m., with hand-crafted beers on tap, as well as flatbreads, appetizers, and a new beer release, and Que Pasa Mexican Restaurant will be open until 10:30 p.m., offering an extensive menu and full bar.

Members of St. Francis Xavier and St. Gabriel Catholic Churches are planning a Home Improvement Exposition for Sunday, Jan. 26, at the new Good Shepherd Hall, 125 S. Carrollton St., Malvern, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

“We decided to hold this event on Jan. 26, the Sunday before the Super Bowl, when there are no football games on TV and when most people are starting to think about spring improvements to their homes and lawns,” says Bill Wolfe, co-chairman of the event. “It is also a time of the year when many contractors aren’t busy and are eager to book business for the coming construction season.”

“A similar expo was held at the old St. Francis Hall several years ago,” says Bob Puz, co-chairman of the Expo. “The expo provided an opportunity to get out of the house, view a variety of exhibits, enjoy refreshments and meet up with friends.”

“A & M Construction of Malvern has agreed to be a co-sponsor of the event and we would welcome a couple more sponsors,” says Wolfe.

“Exhibit spaces are available for those who build, remodel, supply, repair, decorate, clean,

landscape, sell, insure and finance home projects,” Puz says.

Anyone who wants more information about the expo and a registration form is urged to call 330-863-1185. A sizable discount will be given to those who book a space by Dec. 15.

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