Judge uninterested in excuses

BY CORNELIA GRACE Harrison News-Herald Reporter

CADIZ—Shawn Anderson pleaded guilty to one count of aggravated possession of drugs, a felony in the fifth degree, and one count of aggravated trafficking in drugs, a felony in the fourth degree. He will serve two years on community-based controls. The state requested a lengthy reserved sentence because Anderson committed this second offense only a few days after being released from jail on a previous offense. The court gave a reserved sentence of 17 months.

A reserved sentence is the amount of time a person can be sent to prison for violating the terms of his communitybased controls as set by the probation office. The court could sanction Anderson’s jail time if he doesn’t stay out of trouble.

Kimberly Ruckman appeared for court via video call from the Tuscarawas County Jail. The state made a motion for resentencing in Ruckman’s original case, which was for drug abuse, a felony in the third degree, and illegal possession of drug paraphernalia, a misdemeanor in the fourth degree. She previously accepted an offer from the state to complete a program at the Eastern Ohio Correctional Center. The program runs 4-6 months. She was to report to EOCC in the following weeks once she had a chance to speak a.m. Scio: Eastport Street

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25 speeding violations, 3 driving under suspension, 2 possession of marijuana, 6 registration violations, 1 disorderly conduct, 1 seatbelt violation, 1 failure to display license plate, 1 no operating license, 1 false statement to police, 1 petty theft, 1 domestic violence, 1 stop sign violation, 1 turn signal violation, and 1 overloaded vehicle.

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Thomas A. Lengyel etal to Tammy M. Verhovec, Jewett Village

Josephine Toriscelli Dec’d to Dean Toriscelli etal, Hopedale Village with her doctors about getting off certain medications and putting a few things in order.

Jack G. Cawthorn to Michael R. Burrows etux, North Twp.

Daniele R. Yoder etux to Noah R. Yoder etal, North Twp.

Dale Hines etux to Chris Hershberger, Washington Twp.

Ruckman spoke out of turn multiple times during the trial, saying she had COVID-19, and that’s why she hadn’t made it to her court dates.

“I got sick with the COVID-19. I had the same P.O. Box. I had the same phone. I don’t want to lose my job that I just started back, that’s why my phone was off—“

Nikkee Smitley’s original sentence for aggravated possession of drugs, a felony in the fifth degree was two years on community-based controls with a reserved sentence of 10 months. The state made a motion to revoke community-based controls because Smitley tested positive for methamphetamines. She also admitted to having contact with known felons and still owes over $2,000 in court fines and fees. Smitley was sanctioned to 90 days local incarceration followed by unsuccessful termination from CBC.

The state alleges that Ruckman failed to report to EOCC on her bed date and never made contact with the probation office or court to say why. Several months passed with no communication from Ruckman, and a warrant was issued for her arrest.

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Robert Lee Wolfe etux to Chris Alan Wolfe, Rumley Twp.

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R. Kuhns, 21, Freeport David Earl Porter, 74, Cadiz, to Audra B. Sall, 52, Cadiz SHERIFF’S OFFICE

2/28 – A report of a domestic disturbance brought deputies to a Scio residence. Two juveniles had been arguing and physically fighting. Upon arrival, the sister was outside the residence. She told deputies that her brother had pushed her and brandished a knife. The brother said the sister had pushed him initially. He did eventually admit he brandished a kitchen knife at her. The parents said they would keep the kids separated for the night. The issues between siblings have been ongoing,

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An onsite viewing will be held on Monday, March 20, 2023, at 11:00 a.m., with a public hearing on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., in the Commissioner Office located at 100 W. Market St., Cadiz, Ohio.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed bids will be received at the office of the Harrison County Board of Commissioners, at 100 West Market Street, Cadiz, Ohio 43907 until 10:00 AM on April, 5, 2023 and will be opened immediately thereafter for the Harrison County Courthouse-Interior Renovation Project located at the same address. Bids will be accepted for all trades combined bid.

Each bidder is required to furnish with its bids, a bid guaranty in accordance with section 153.54 of the Ohio Revised Code. Complete specifications, including bid documents may be obtained from: Kelly Architectural Services, Inc., 2960 Pinkerton Road, Zanesville, Ohio 43701. Phone (740) 4542334; Fax: (740) 454-4898; Email: Kelly.architecutral@gmail.com, and are also available for review on electronic plan rooms.

The Board of County Commissioners, Harrison County, Ohio reserves the right to waive irregularities and to reject any or all bids. BY ORDER OF, Board of Commissioners, Harrison County, Ohio. (3:11,18)

LEGAL NOTICE

The Belmont County Department of Job and Family Services (BCDJFS -Fiscal Agent), on behalf of Workforce Area 16 - Council of Government (COG) and the Workforce Development Board 16, consisting of Belmont, Carroll, Harrison, and Jefferson Counties is requesting proposals for a professional services contract for Staff to the Board. This contractor will help coordinate and administer Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) services in the 4 counties. The contract period covers July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, and may be extended for up to 3 additional years.

Proposals are due to Belmont County Department of Job and Family Services, Jeff Felton, Director, 68145 Hammond Road, St. Clairsville OH 43950 by 12:00 PM on April 24, 2023. For more information, see the RFP description at OMJ16.com (3:11,18)

HARRISON COUNTY RECORDER’S OFFICE Said premises known as 41610 Dutch Ridge Road, Jewett, Ohio. Said land improved with a One-Story Level dwelling. Said premises appraised at $30,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two thirds of that amount or $20,000.00. Proxy bids may be submitted 14 days in advance of the sale at the website. NOTICE: No employees of the Sheriff’s Office nor any of its affiliates have access to the inside of said property. Buyer beware, sold as is. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowances, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover. If the property is not sold at the above noted sale date it will be offered for sale again on May 1, 2023, at the same time and website. This sale is being held in pursuance of an Order of Sale dated February 17, 2023, in the above-entitled action. TERMS OF SALE: A wire deposit MUST be received by 5:00 p.m. ET two (2) business days prior to the auction date or an ACH debit deposit MUST be received by 4:00 p.m. ET five (5) business days prior to the auction date in the amount of $5,000.00. Balance due within thirty days of confirmation of sale, before deed is delivered. Ronald J. Myers, Sheriff Harrison County, Ohio www. harrisoncountyohio.org. Attorney: Bradley P. Toman, Esquire Run Dates: March 11, 18, 24, 2023 (3:11,18,24)

LEGAL NOTICE

The Archer Township 2022 Financial Report is prepared and can be viewed at the

Judge Shawn Hervey did not conceal his frustration with Ruckman. “Hold on … I don’t care about your job because you knew you were supposed to go to EOCC back in November. How do you think you’re going to keep a job and go to EOCC?”

Ruckman claimed she hadn’t gotten anything through the mail from the court, but Hervey was not interested in hearing about it, “Nobody wants to hear your excuses. You were in court on November 8, told you were going to EOCC, and given a bed date. You were in court when it happened. I was here.” with previous calls about strangulation and more knife-wielding. The sister said she wanted to be removed from the home. The siblings were separated for the evening, and the report was sent to the prosecutor for review.

Ruckman again brought up that she had COVID-19, but when Hervey asked who she called to tell that, she admitted she hadn’t called anyone in the courthouse, EOCC, or the probation office to let them know. Her previous bond of $50,000 was continued, and her sentencing hearing will be set for a later date. Hervey advised Ruckman that the state might file more charges against her.

3/2 – Deputies returned to the North Township residence from the 2/26 report for another domestic dispute. The girlfriend reported that an argument started with her boyfriend, and he headbutted her. He threw an empty beer can at her, which hit the TV and broke it. Then he went outside and broke the windshield of her father’s vehicle before leaving. The couple’s twoyear-old son had been in the living room during the argument. The girlfriend said she wanted an order of protection against her boyfriend this time.

March 29 th to express their views and comments on the county’s pro-

The Village of Bowerston, Ohio is pursuing funding for a wastewater system improvement pro-ject. The project will make improvements to the wastewater treatment plant, lift station 1, and re-place/rehabilitate collection system lines. The wastewater treatment plant is old and has deteriorat-ing components. The village desires to be proactive and replace these system components before they fail. Much of the sanitary sewer collection system needs to be replaced or rehabilitated. At times during wet weather events these lines overflow onto private property, ditches, and streams. This results in untreated sewage being discharged in a manner that is not in accordance with Ohio EPA requirements. The village is working to complete design for the improvements. Project infor-mation will be posted at locations throughout the village and on the village web page. This will be discussed at the upcoming village council meeting. Preliminary cost for the project is estimated to be $4,650,000. E.L. Robinson Engineering is assisting the village in designing the improvements. Contact: Paula Beamer, Council President, 330-284-1160 Bob Allen, Infrastructure Project Manager E.L. Robinson Engineering ballen@elrobinson.com T. 740.989.3034 C. 740.516.9394 (3:18)

PUBLIC NOTICE

The North Township Trustees request all winter decorations be removed from gravesites at the Grandview, Hanover, and Conotton Cemeteries by April 1, 2023. Sue Myers, North Township Fiscal Officer. (3:18,24,31)

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Rumley Township Trustees will set their Permanent Appropriations for the year ending De-cember 31, 2023 at their March Meeting to be held on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at 6:30 PM at Rumley Township Community Hall in New Rumley, OH. Barbara Birney, Fiscal Officer Rumley Township (3:18)

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NO. 2

The Harrison County Commissioners, Harrison County, intend to apply to the Ohio Development of Development for funding through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) -CV Grant Program, a federally funded program administered by the State. On September 14, 2022, Harrison County conducted the first public hearing to inform citizens about the CDBG programs, how funds may be used, what activities are eligible, and other important program requirements.

The Harrison County Commissioners will conduct a second public hearing at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at the Harrison County Commissioners Office, 100 W. Market Street, Cadiz, OH 43907. This public hearing will give citizens an opportunity to review and comment on proposed improvements to the Harrison County Home. The Harrison County Commis-sioners intend to apply for a CDBG - CV grant through the Ohio Development of Development for project costs. The county proposes to undertake activities for the installation of three split-level air conditioner/heat pump units to include one system at the East, West, and South entrances of the County Home. Along with the heat pump units, a high wall evaporator will be installed in each lo-cation. Units will be connected to a condenser which will drain to the exterior of the building. The cost for improvements is estimated at $50,441.00. The estimated sources and amounts of funding are as follows: CDBG - CV Grant Pro- located at 100 W. Market Street, Cadiz, Ohio on the second floor of the Courthouse. MATTHEW P. PUSKARICH, JUDGE (3:18)

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THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF OHIO TO: RUTHANNE PATTERSON, KENNETH PAT-TERSON, TERRY L. PARKER, MICHAEL CDE BACA, RICHARD W. DITTY, JR., JESSE WARAPIUS, AND ROBERT WEBER, and the unknown heirs of the above-named persons, now deceased, and any and all other persons unknown claiming any right, title, estate, lien or interest in the real property described in this Summons and the Complaint on file in this action adverse to Plaintiffs’ ownership, or any cloud on Plaintiffs’ title, GREETINGS: A civil complaint has been filed by the above-named Plaintiffs against you. If you wish to defend this lawsuit you must appear in the Common Pleas Court of Harrison County at the above- entitled Courthouse, located at 100 West Market Street, Cadiz, Ohio 43907, on April 27, 2023 at 4 o’clock p.m. to answer Plaintiffs’ Complaint filed in this action on October 30, 2020, and Amended on February 28, 2022. You are also summoned to serve on Plaintiffs’ attorney and file with the Clerk of this Court, a responsive pleading to Plaintiffs’ Amended Complaint within twenty-eight (28) days after the date of first pub-lication of this Summons. In the event of your failure to appear or to serve the Plaintiffs’ attorney with a responsive pleading, Plaintiffs will take judgment against you on default for the relief de-manded in the Complaint. This action involves, affects, or brings into question real property located in the State of Ohio, County of Harrison and recorded in Deed Book 112, at Page 274 at the Re-corder’s Office in Harrison County, Ohio, being in Section 5, Township 12, Range 6, being Parcel Numbers: 20-0000021.000 and 20-0000022.000, respectively. Notice is further given that no personal claim is made by Plaintiffs against any of the Defendants. Attorney for the above-named Plaintiffs is Jeffrey J. Bruzzese, with offices located at 100 N. Fourth Street, 10th Floor, Steubenville, Ohio 43952. The office telephone number is (740) 282- 5323. (3:18,24,31,4:7,14,21)

Samuel A. Hartley, 80, of New Athens, passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2023, at Select Specialty Hospital in Wheeling, surrounded by his family. He was born October 25, 1942, in New Athens, Ohio, son of the late Lloyd and Bessie M. Yates Hartley, Sr. Sam was a 1960 graduate of Franklin High School and was a faithful attendee of the New Athens United Methodist Church. He was a retired electrical supervisor from Consolidated Coal Company and a member of the UMWA. After retirement, he served on the Harrison County Health Board and sang with Barb’s Boys, Brothers in Song, Asbury Parish Choir, and New Athens UMC Choir. He enjoyed vacationing and spending time with family.

Sam was preceded in death, in addition to his parents, by a brother, Lloyd Hartley, Jr.; a sister, Louise Derfer; and two nephews.

Surviving are his wife of 50 years, Mary Lou Vale Hartley; a daughter, Rachel Hartley; two brothers: W. Paul Hartley of Westerville and Joe (Barb) Hartley of Pataskala; brotherin-law, Martin (Delores) Vale of Cadiz; sisterin-law, Cheryl Henry of Tuscarawas and

ONGOINGEVENTS

MEN’S BASKETBALL night again at Warren Township Community Center. Gym is open at 6:00 pm every Thursday. Everyone is welcome to come help keep Pastor Larry Stitt on his toes!! For info call Portia: 330-260-9528 or the Center at 330-365-9240, leave message.

PERRYSVILLE CHURCH for Kids’ Worship! Every Sunday in March from 3:30-4:30pm This program is designed for youth, ages 3 to 5th grade, as a fun way to get together and praise God! Parents are encouraged to stay. Call 330-316-1179 to register. Perrysville Church is located at 88 Amsterdam Road SE, Scio (SR 164 in Perrysville)

CADIZ EAGLES Fish Fries on Fridays March 3rd – 31st from 5pm – 8pm and April 7th and the 21st. Eat in or take out.

$8.00 dinners 740-942-3026

FREEPORT VOLUNTEER Fire Department is hosting their Annual Spring Craft Show. April 8th, 2023 9am -2 pm. It will be held at 119 East Main Street Freeport, OH. Contact Linda Fritter 740-213-9197 to reserve a table or donate food for the eat stand.

SWISS STEAK Dinner – drive thru only. March 18, 4:30 –6:00pm. Calvary U. M. Church Sherrodsville, Menu includes: Swiss Steak, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Green Beans, Cole Slaw/Applesauce, Rolls and assorted cakes and pies. All for a Free Will Donation. No Silverware or Drinks Included.

THE HARRISON COUNTY Cancer Crusaders are having a Meet & Greet/Membership Drive on March 30, 2023 at Ohio Valley Winery 131 East Market St. Cadiz from 6-8pm.

Zeroski Excavating

backhoe, hi-lift, spring development, septic systems, foundations, and all types of concrete work several nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, March 17, 2023, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Clark-Kirkland-Barr Funeral Home, Cadiz. The funeral service will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the New Athens United Methodist Church, with Pastor William Burris and Pastor Jon Little officiating. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family at Holly Memorial Gardens, Pleasant Grove, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the New Athens United Methodist Church, c/o Mary Lou Hartley, 74245 Fairpoint-New Athens Road, St. Clairsville, Ohio 43950. The memorial guestbook may be signed at www.clark-kirkland-barr.com.

Happy Heavenly BirtHday: marcH 13tH

K enny Thompson

We feel you watching over us every day, and we miss you so much. Your memory will never fadein our hearts.

With love from your family, Barbara, Deb, Alan, and Ron (Many grandchildren and great-grandchildren)

ANTRIM COMMUNITY V.F.D. Pancake Breakfast, April

8. 20217 Cadiz Rd, Freeport, OH 43973-9614. Pancake Breakfast 7 AM - 11 AM. Sausage, Bacon, Scrambled Eggs and drinks. Proceeds will be used to cover the cost of CPR classes for our residents. Classes will be announced when we are able to begin. DEERSVILLE FIRE Departments 2nd Annual Chili Cookoff March 18th 4pm - 6pm. Entry fee $5 per participant. Prizes will be awarded. 2 votes for $1. Purchase all the tickets you want. Hot dogs or cream chicken sandwiches and drinks are available for purchase. Come vote for your favorite chili. Any questions call: 330-260-3272.

DESIGNER PURSE Bingo fundraiser for Tri-County Help Center Saturday, April 22 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Marian Hall, 212 W. Main Street, St. Clairsville. $25 ticket Doors Open at 10 a.m. and event is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Light Refreshments, Coverall Game, Vendors Country Store, 50/50, and In-Between Game Raffles. For pre-sales and more information, please call (740) 695.5441.

JEWETT COMMUNITY Easter Egg Hunt Sat. April 1st.

Jewett Park ages 0-12. Sponsor: Jewett Food Pantry.

SHERRODSVILLE LION’S Club breakfast Sat. March 18th

7:30am-10:30am. Lions Hall 80 Hill Dr, Sherrodsville Oh. Free will donation. Eggs, pancakes, hashbrowns, sausage, bacon, fresh fruit, juice, coffee.

ROAST BEEF Dinner Sunday, March 26th, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Scio Fire Hall, 318 West Main Street. All-You-Can-Eat! $15 Adults, $8 Under Age 10. Eat in or Carry Out. Benefits the Scio Vol. Fire Dept.

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