Class of 1983 Lakeland High

By Cornelia Grace Harrison News-Herald Reporter

CADIZ

— The Harrison County commissioners began their meeting by approving purchase orders and vouchers for the County Home and for the Department of Job and Family Services before moving on to pass several agreements.

There were several agreements regarding grants that needed to be passed which included a Community Improvement Block Grant which uses monies leftover from the COVID-relief CARES Act. The money will be put toward community and economic-development programs.

The commissioners read a letter from Judge T. Owen Beetham which outlined that the Harrison County Court recently received a technology grant from the Ohio Supreme Court. The grant is for just under $150 million and will enable the court “to implement innovative technology solutions that will allow us to streamline our processes, improve efficiency, and enhance access to justice for the residents of Harrison County,” Beetham wrote. “We are truly grateful for this opportunity to further modernize our court operations and better serve our community.”

The funds will be used in several different initiatives that will upgrade the technological infrastructure of the court. The court will be able to utilize state-of-the-art case-management software which will allow for

“seamless tracking of cases, improved scheduling, and enhanced communication between the court, attorneys, court staff, and litigants.” The grant will also support the purchase of new equipment and will help the offices transition to a largely paperless operation. This will reduce the labor needed for manual paperwork and will also minimize the need for physical storage space for case papers.

“These technological improvements will have substantial and positive impacts on the efficiency and effectiveness of our court system … and we believe this will lead to an improved overall experience for all parties involved in the legal process,” he said.

Beetham expressed appreciation for the supreme court for “recognizing the importance of technology in the judicial system and for their support in making this grant possible.” He also extended special thanks to the commissioners “for your ongoing support and collaboration. We look forward to continuing to work closely with you to better serve the residents of Harrison County.”

Toward the end of the meeting, Sheriff Joe Myers gave a brief update on the jail project, saying the project was on schedule and they hoped to break ground by August. The commissioners pointed out that the project will need to advance quickly if that’s the case since it still has to be put out for bids.

New Athens hopes to renew levy

By Cornelia Grace Harrison News-Herald Reporter

NEW ATHENS —

Village council met on Monday evening and began by approving minutes from last month’s meeting and paying the bills.

They moved on to old business which included discussing a resolution to renew the police levy.

“Last meeting, we decided it was a necessity,” Fiscal Officer Denise Geanangel said. “This is 2023-05 and we should proceed with the submission for the renewal. It’s a 2.0 (mill) levy and we got the valuation back and it’ll levy

$6,000 and it’s a fiveyear levy.”

Council passed the resolution and Geangangel will send the necessary information on to the board of elections so the levy will make it onto the ballot in November.

Mayor Joe Petro reported he and another council member had driven around town to look at roads that need to be paved. Petro said he had one estimate on the cost and will be seeking information from a few more companies before he’ll bring it to council to make a final decision.

He also said that he will be looking into speed radar signs again. Council members agreed that speeding has remained a prominent issue in town and they would like to figure out a solution. Petro explained he intended to speak with the mayor of Saint Clairsville about their radar signs; where they were bought and whether they have been an effective deterrent. He said he will also be looking into costs for more than one sign, saying that they’re expensive but could be worth it. He will pursue the information and present it at the next council meeting.

George Allen Carter, 81, of Dover, formerly of Cadiz passed away on Monday, June 5, 2023 at Truman House of Community Hospice in New Philadelphia, Ohio. He was born in Cadiz, Ohio on December 26, 1941 to the late George E. & Nina (Lawrence) Carter.

Allen was a serviceman for Western Auto in Cadiz for 42 years before closing the business in 2006. He was a former service member in the U.S. Army, member of Scott United Methodist Church in Cadiz, Cadiz American Legion Post #34, Cadiz Fire Department, the Cardinal Booster Club and an active volunteer at the

John A. “Sonny” Kanoski, 89, of Oklahoma City passed away on Sunday, June 4, 2023. He was born in Adena, OH on April 3, 1934.

His childhood was spent helping his parents with various family business endeavors. As a child, John loved to take things apart to see how it worked but often had leftover parts when he put it back together. It was his love for mechanics that led him to develop modification of many products in use today. He retired after a vast career in engineering and business in various areas with an expertise in innovative product development and quality control.

John graduated from Cadiz High School and

George Allen Carter

death by a sister, Nancy Albaugh.

Allen is survived by wife of 59 years, Marcia (Rogers) Carter of Dover and their three children; Melinda Carter of Lakewood, Kevin Carter (Wendy Hixson) of New Philadelphia, and David Carter (Corinn Haselhorst) of Canal Winchester. Three grandchildren, Austin Carter (Morgan Lockhart) of Stone Creek, Haley Carter of Pittsburg, PA, and Hannah Carter of Bexley; and his Sister, Sandy Bumgardner (Gary Bumgardner) of Cadiz, Ohio.

Cadiz Food Pantry.

In addition to his parents; he was preceded in

Visitation will be held on Saturday, June 10, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. until time of ly after graduation, he joined the Army and was stationed in Europe. After completion of his military commitment, he attended and graduated from The Ohio State University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. In 1977 he moved to Oklahoma and shortly after received an MBA from Oklahoma City University. He was also a graduate of the U.S. Air Force War College. funeral service at 2:00 p.m. at Clark-Kirkland-Barr, 172 South Main Street, Cadiz, with Rev. Ed Kovacik officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church Cemetery with Military Honors provided by the Cadiz American Legion.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to: the Truman House of Community Hospice, 716 Commercial Avenue SW, New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663 or the Cadiz American Legion Post #34, 336 East Spring Street, Cadiz, Ohio 43907.

The memorial guestbook may be signed at www. clark-kirkland-barr.com.

OH. John is survived by his wife, Marilyn M. Kanoski, of Oklahoma City; children, Deborah (Spencer) Wong, Sacramento, CA, J. Eric Kanoski, Columbus, OH, Ginette (Dave) Feasel, Centerburg, OH, Katherine (Rick) Roberts Edmond, OK, and Elizabeth Kanoski, Oklahoma City, OK; 8 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren.

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FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST “A Place to Belong” 139 North Main St., Cadiz | 740-942-2235 firstchurchofchrist@frontier.com • fccadiz.com Pastor Paul E. Giffin Service begins at 10 a.m.

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Ridge: 40420 Hanover Ridge Rd, Jewett was president of his class. He had a fondness for his senior classmates, many of which were cousins. Short-

Kenneth B. Reed, Sr., 71, of Richmond, OH passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on June 6, 2023. He was born July 24, 1951 in Steubenville, Ohio. Kenneth was a proud member of the United States Marine Corps and an avid outdoorsman who loved to both hunt and fish. He retired as a Pipefitter.

Kenneth is preceded in death by his father Clifford Reed, brother Roger

By Pastor Ken Staley

I heard that expression directed my way once or twice when I was a kid … well, it could have been more.

It was good advice then and, according to the Bible, it’s good advice today. The apostle James said it this way, “Those who consider themselves religious and yet do not keep a tight rein on their tongues deceive themselves, and their religion is worthless.” (NIV)

Pretty strong words. None of us wants a faith that’s worthless. James then went on to warn us that the tongue is like the small rudder on a huge ship. Even though the rudder is miniscule compared to the rest of the ship, it is what controls the direction of that huge vessel. And so it is with the tongue and the direction of not only our own lives,but the lives we influence, for better or worse.

Proverbs 12 says, “From the fruit of their lips people are filled with good things, the words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.”

The apostle James had much to say about how we use our tongue, “With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse human beings, who have been made in God’s likeness. Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing.

My brothers and sisters, this should not be.” (NIV)

Some years ago I discovered one of those “acrostics” where each letter in a word stands for something. The one I discovered was about our choice of words and our daily conversations. This particular acrostic was the word “Think.”

The letter “T” asks the ques-

John will be remembered for his love of family, can-do attitude, hard work, tenacity, and love of the outdoors. Preceding him in death were his parents, John S. and Mary Figurski Kanoski, Cadiz, OH; and sister, Celia Kanoski (Rich) Dickerson, Cadiz

Kenneth B. Reed, Sr.

Reed and cousin JR Randolph. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Sandra Cingolani Reed; children Kenny (Naydu) Reed, Nicole Angelene & Cliff (Claire) Reed; sister Rose Robinson; mother-in-law Lena Cingolani Bell; seven grandchildren Lanny & Mandy Walker, Kennedy Reed, Tera Parrish, John Parrish IV, Emma Reed, Ariane Reed & Jaxen Reed; two great-grandchildren Bentley & Josie Walk- tion, Is it True? The letter “H” asks, “Is it Helpful? The letter “I” asks does it Inspire? The letter “N” asks “Is it Necessary? And the letter “K” asks, “Is it Kind”? All of us would be wise to replay that word game in our mind the next time we’re tempted to speak words to someone or about someone that are not true, helpful, inspirational, necessary, or kind.

Proverbs 18:21 says, “The tongue can bring death or life; those who love to talk will reap the consequences. (NLT)

When I was younger, a mentor took the time to give me some of the wisdom he had gained over the years. He said, “Ken, er and extended family in the Amish community. Per Kenneth’s wishes there will be no visitation or services. The family requests that because there will be no visitation or services, please refrain from sending any flowers at this time.

Graveside services were held in Resurrection Cemetery, Oklahoma City, on Thursday, June 8, 2023. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, the charity of your choice or simply perform a random act of kindness. To share a memory or condolence, visit www. mercer-adams.com.

In lieu of flowers, please make a memorial contribution in Kenneth’s honor to St. Judes Children’s Hospital at www.stjude.org. Offer condolences at www. shorac.com there are two kinds of people in the world, those that have something to say, and those that just have to say something! Always be the first guy.” Sound advice from someone who had been around the block a few times. to HNHObits@alonovus.com

The message paraphrase of the Bible words it like this in Proverbs 21:23, “Watch your words and hold your tongue; you’ll save yourself a lot of grief.” Our tongue can be an agent of healing and encouragement, or it can be a weapon that injures. The choice is ours. Pleasant Grove Methodist at 9:30 a.m. and Harrisville Methodist at 11 a.m.

In Loving Memory of Larry Scott McCoy

Who passed away May 24, 2012. Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, so loved, so missed, so very dear.

Sadly Missed by Parents Esther & Lamont; Brothers Jay & Darin & Others

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137 E. Warren St., Cadiz | 740-491-1395

NEW RUMLEY GLOBAL METHODIST CHURCH

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THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF CADIZ

154 West Market St., Cadiz | 740-942-2366 cadizpresbyterian.org

SPRINGDALE FRIENDS CHURCH

79975 Springdale Hill Rd., Cadiz, OH

SCOTT MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 817 East Market St., Cadiz | 740-942-2825

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