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The haunting melody of ‘Taps’ continues to be heard

By NANCY SCHAAR FPS Correspondent

Taps. We’ve all heard it played on the bugle at the funeral of a soldier. We’ve heard it at the close of patriotic events.

We’ve heard it while gathered around the flag pole and saluting our Stars and Stripes.

When you hear those simple notes played, as they float over the open air of the quiet cemetery, they bring tears, they bring pride, and they bring gratitude for those who were buried under them.

I remember my grandfather, John T. Gatchell, telling me how the simple tune has such meaning for the people of our country, especially for soldiers. He served in World War I in the army. He was from Plum Run, near Bowerston. The tune, for him, always brought to mind the men he served with, that didn’t come home.

I’ve heard this story of how they were written and found all of my life. The story has been in magazines, newspapers and speeches for many, many years. When I began researching the story I wanted to find the name of the father and son that were in the story. I was not expecting to find another version of the story of how the tune was actually written.

The story goes… A Union officer in the Civil War, Captain Robert Ellison is on the battlefield in Virginia. Heavy fighting had been endured for several days. He discovered a body on the battlefield late in the evening.

The dead soldier turned out to be his son. His son had been in the south when the war broke out. He was attending music college. His father did not know that his son had joined the confederate troops along with his classmates from school.

In the pocket of the dead soldier, was a piece of paper upon which he had written the notes and lyrics for the haunting melody we know as Taps.

The Union Army would not permit the son to be buried with a funeral dirge played because he was a Confederate soldier. Instead, he was permitted one musician. The bugler assigned granted the father’s request to play

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, area American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars posts are not hosting the traditional Memorial Day services at local cemeteries.

No parades will be held and no speeches given.

Flags are being placed on veterans’ graves by members of the Legions, VFWs and Boy Scout Troops.

While the traditional services are not being held, residents are invited to visit the cemeteries to remember local veterans, read the names on the memorials and to honor those who have served .

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Jon Rinkes, owner of Rinkes Insurance, purchased banners for the 155 members of Carrollton High School’s 2020 graduating class. He is shown with his daughter, Jillian, who is a member of the 2020 class. She plans to attend Kent State University in the fall and major in Sports Administration and business.

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Carrollton VFW Post 3301 Chaplain Charles Pearson played “Taps” last November for a Veteran’s Day service at Westview Cemetery in Carrollton.

those notes found in the boy’s pocket.

While doing some research for this story, I found numerous articles declaring the story was exactly that, a story.

The second story I found about the sad melody was that a bugler during the Civil War thought the tune then used for end of day for soldiers was too bright and not fitting for the signal of the end of day for the troops.

Private Oliver Wilcox Norton is said to have played the 24 note tune for the first time. After he did, many other units were interested and the tune was spread quickly and adopted by many units of service.

The former end of day signal included the firing of three rifle volleys. But since the rifle shots and drums that accompanied them, could be heard as a sign of attack for their enemies, soldiers and buglers quickly switched their end of day call.

Further research says that a version of the tune actually goes back to the 1830’s and was called the Scott Tattoo.

The words that were written so long ago for these simple musical notes were: Day is done Gone the Sun From the Lakes From the hills From the sky All is well Safely rest.

God is nigh, Fading light Dims the sight And a star Gems the sky Gleaning bright From afar Drawing nigh, Falls the night.

Thanks and praise, For our days, Neath the sun, Neath the stars, Neath the sky, As we go, This we know, God is nigh.

Local business honors 2020 CHS graduates with senior banners Carrollton High School’s class of 2020 was to be the first graduating class to stand in their new school, on the floor of their new auditorium to receive their diplomas.

Celebratory hugs and laughter were to happen with their friends. They were supposed to enjoy it all - the musical, spring sports, their senior trip, prom, and all the other great things they should experience during their senior year. But life threw them a curveball with the COVID-19 Pandemic.

“So we wanted to do something special for the senior class this year,” said Jon Rinkes, owner of Rinkes Insurance in Carrollton.

“We worked with the school administration, the village of Carrollton, and multiple community members to help

honor our seniors. Carrollton High School senior banners displayed in town seemed to be an appropriate way to share with the community just how much we care about our graduates,” Rinkes explained.

“It was easy to purchase the banners - however, without the following people dedicating their talents, time and equipment, this would have been impossible,” he added.

Rinkes expressed a huge heartfelt thank you to Carrollton Schools administration, Dunlap Photography, Village Administrator Mark Wells, Mayor Bill Stoneman, Chief Bob Ellington, Eick Electric, Richardson

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County has second COVID-19 death

By NANCY SCHAAR FPS Correspondent The Carroll County Health Department confirmed last week that a second Carroll County resident has died

from COVID-19.

Office Administrator Amy Campbell said the man, who was between the ages of 60 and 69, and resided in Augusta Township, was hospitalized in Columbiana County at the time of his death.

As of Friday, May 15, there were 21

confirmed and 4 probable cases of COVID-19 in the county, including 19 who have recovered.

The health department is conducting contact tracing and monitoring of those who have been exposed to and may have contracted or transmitted the virus.

Early deadlines COVID-19 by the Numbers are in effect These statistics are as of presstime Tues- ized); 1 that is 20-29 and 1 that is 0-19.

day, May 19.

Ohio - 27,106 confirmed cases; 28,952 total; 5,117 hospitalized (1,357 ICU admissions); and 1,720 deaths. Median age is 50.

Carroll County - 26 total cases; 21 confirmed cases in Augusta (1), Brown (3), Center (4), East (2), Harrison (5), Loudon (1), Monroe (1) and Rose (4) townships; 3 probable cases (2 in Center and 1 in Loudon townships); 6 hospitalized; and 2 deaths. Recovered: 22.

Of those cases, there were 4 that are 80 or older (1 hospitalized, 1 death); 2 that are 70-79; 4 that are 60-69 (4 hospitalized, 1 death); 5 that are 50-59; 6 that are 40-49; 3 that are 30-39 (1 hospital-

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Thirteen are females and 13 are males.

Columbiana County - 453 confirmed cases; 126 hospitalized; and 45 deaths.

Jefferson County - 61 confirmed cases; 16 hospitalized; and 2 death.

Harrison County - 10 confirmed cases; 2 hospitalized; and 0 deaths.

Stark County - 610 confirmed cases; 132 hospitalized; and 79 deaths.

Tuscarawas County - 272 confirmed cases; 27 hospitalized; and 1 deaths.

It is now being recommended for residents to wear masks when they are out in the public or in stores.

For more information about COVID-19, please see coronavirus.ohio. gov or carroll-lhd.org.

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James Baker, Farm Certified agent with Rinkes Insurance, is shown with his daughter, Haili, who is also a member of the CHS 2020 graduating class. She plans to attend The University of Akron and major in criminology.

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COMMON PLEAS COURT (Addresses as list on Court records) New Case Filed Randi L. McNutt, anonymous address, has filed a petition for a civil sexually oriented offense protection order against Thomas A. Atkins Jr. of 6152 Steubenville Rd. SE, Carrollton; temporary protection order issued until June 10 and full hearing on petition was set for May 20.

Criminal Cases Probable cause has been found that Melissa Kay Johnson, 28, of 9064 Panama Lane, Malvern, has violated a five-year reporting probation imposed April 14, 2020, upon conviction of having weapons while under disability and two counts of possessing dangerous drugs.

Probable cause was also found in a separate case in which Johnson has violated a five-year reporting probation imposed April 14, 2020, upon conviction of aggravated possession of drugs; bond set at $50,000 cash or surety in both cases, which are continued to June 11 for a merits hearing.

Tyler Paul Faulkner, 19, of 8054 Ellyson Rd., East Rochester, has entered a not guilty plea to a May 6 indictment charging

him with failure to comply with an order or signal of a police officer; defendant released on $50,000 recognizance bond and case continued to May 21 for a telephone pre-trial conference.

Dawn M. McCoy, 27, of 1319 15th St. NW, Canton, has entered a not guilty plea to May 6 indictment charging her with aggravated possession of drugs, endangering children and drug paraphernalia offenses; released on a $25,000 recognizance bond and case continued to May 28 for a telephone pre-trial conference.

Ian S. Metzger, 34, of 1051 N. Canfield Niles Rd., Youngstown, has entered a not guilty plea to an Oct. 2, 2019, indictment charging him with breaking and entering and theft; released on a $50,000 surety bond and case continued to May 21 for a telephone pre-trial conference.

The case of Brandon Lee Keister, 28, of 4031 Co. Rd. 60, Bergholz, was continued to May 20 for a change of plea and sentencing on a May 6 indictment charging him with carrying a concealed weapon, improper handling of a firearm in a motor vehicle and

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aggravated possession of drugs; $50,000 cash or surety bond set May 7 continued.

Christopher A. McKitrick, 29, of 77 3rd St. SE, Carrollton, has entered a not guilty plea to a May 6 indictment charging him with carrying a concealed weapon and possession of cocaine; released on a $25,000 recognizance bond and case continued to May 28 for a telephone pre-trial conference.

William D. Barnes, 21, of 7586 Goodland Ave. SE, Waynesburg, has entered a not guilty plea to a May 6 indictment charging him with carrying a concealed weapon and improper handling of a firearm in a motor vehicle; released on a $25,000 recognizance bond and case continued to May 28 for a telephone pre-trial conference.

The five-year probation imposed Sept. 29, 2017, has been terminated in the case of Gary W. Harlow, 56, of 3130 Amsterdam Rd. SW, Bowerston, who was convicted of attempted felonious assault and domestic violence in 2017.

Jury Trial Continued The jury trial has been continued to Aug. 25 and 26 in the other civil case filed May 14,

2018, by Concrete Creations and Landscape Design, LLC of 25 Manito Trail, Malvern, vs.

George and Heather Wilkinson of 2 Seneca Trail, Malvern, et al.

Foreclosure Ordered Stayed The foreclosure action filed Feb. 18, 2020, by Newrez LLC, doing business as Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing of Greenville, SC, vs. Tracy A. Russell and Lu Rae Elmore, both of 75 City View Dr., Sherrodsville, has been ordered stayed due to the defendants having entered into a payment plan.

Dissolutions Granted Tresa A. Archie of 2326 Apollo Rd. SE, Carrollton, and Jerry D. Archie, same address; petitioner restored to former name of Tresa A. Capone.

Kimberly A. Tennant of 309 S. Market St., Minerva, and Kurt W. Tennant of 23132 Apt. C, US 30, Minerva.

Divorce Granted A divorce has been granted to each party in the divorce action filed Nov. 14, 2019, by Melissa A. Kovalik, of 1220 Whispering Pines Lane, SW, Dellroy, vs. Joseph R. Kovalik Jr., same address; plaintiff restored to former name of Melissa A. Schwartz.

COUNTY MUNICIPAL COURT Carrollton Police Department cases – Kenneth Smith of 2044 Cactus Rd. SW, Carrollton, physical control, $225 fine, $70 costs, 135 days of a 180-day jail sentence suspended on conditions; faulty muffler, $25 fine. Joe Brooks II of 404 Prospect St., Minerva, no operators license, $150 fine, $95 costs; tail light violation, $25 fine. Nathaniel McDaniel of 143 5th St., Carrollton, open container, $50 fine, $70 costs.

Samuel Bench of 500 Market St., Minerva, one-way street violation, $130 bond. Brenda Huff of 1616 Stark Ave. SW, Canton, no operators license, $150 fine, $70 costs; expired license plates, $50 fine; muffler/ smoke violation, case merged and dismissed. Jesse Garcia Jr. of 87 5th St. NW, Carrollton, no operator’s license, $150 fine, $70 costs; fictitious license plates, case dismissed. Matthew Hepner of 83 2nd St. NE, Carrollton, no operators license, $150 fine, $70 costs.

Dog Warden’s case – Abigail Motz of 2257 Waynesburg Rd., Carrollton, no dog tags, $130 bond.

Ohio State Highway Patrol’s cases – Sonny Hylton of 331 Park Ave., Carrollton, speed (70/55), $115 bond. Noah Boggess of 280 2nd St. NW, Carrollton, failure to control, $130 bond.

State’s Carrollton Police Department cases – Gunor Doretich of Danville, disorderly conduct, $150 fine, $70 costs, 30-day jail sentence suspended on conditions. Lacy Ross of Mount Vernon, disorderly conduct, $50 fine, $70 costs. Kenneth Rose of New Philadelphia,

disorderly conduct, $100 fine, $117 costs, 29 days of a 30-day jail sentence suspended on conditions.

Sheriff’s Department cases – Thomas Grewell of Midvale, disorderly conduct, $50 fine, $117 costs, 10-day jail sentence suspended on conditions; disorderly conduct, $50 fine, same jail sentence; endangering children, case dismissed by State.

Robert Lacaze of 2093 Union Ave. NE, Minerva, driving under the influence, $500 fine, $80 costs, 147 days of a 180day jail sentence suspended on conditions, operators license suspended from Feb. 3, 2020, to Feb. 2, 2021; failure to yield at a stop sign, $25 fine. Cody Mullins of Dennison, physical control, $250 fine, $70 costs, 135 days of a 180-day jail sentence suspended on conditions; failure to control, $25 fine. Jason Champine of Box 1213, Magnolia, failure to control, $250 fine, $70 costs, 139 days of a 180-day jail sentence suspended on conditions. Andrew Kail of 1113 Fawn Rd. SW, Dellroy, driving under the influence, $600 fine, $105 costs, 177 days of a 180-day jail sentence suspended on conditions, operators license suspended from March 13, 2020, to March 12, 2021; marked lanes violation, $50 fine. Rebekah Milnes of 609 Arlington Ave. NW, Canton, no operator’s license, $150 fine, $95 costs; speed (70/55), $30 fine. Bryan Vint of 90800 Mill Rd., Jewett, physical control, $250 fine, $70 costs, 135 days of a 180-day jail sentence suspended on conditions; no operators license, $75 fine; no operators license, $75

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fine; driving under suspension, case dismissed by State. Andrew Stillion of 219 E. Grant St., Malvern, no operators license, $125 fine, $70 costs.

Anthony Ochsenbine Jackson of Uhrichsville, no operators license, $150 fine, $70 costs; speed (77/55), $25 fine. Corey Essick of 2059 Brush Rd. NE, East Rochester, speed (67/55), $115 bond.

State’s Minerva Police Department cases – Charles Caldwell IV of 6121 Peach St., Louisville, violation of a Civil Protection Order, $100 fine, $146 costs, 137 days of a 180day jail sentence suspended on conditions.

Civil Cases New contract note and money actions filed during the past week included: Contract Notes Velocity Investments LLC of Wall, NJ, vs. Jason Keener of 420 W. Porter St., Malvern, $6,295.61.

Unifund CR, LLC of Cincinnati vs. Sharon K. Hughes of 6240 Anderson Dr. NW, Malvern, $557.06.

Portfolio Recovery Associates of Norfolk, VA, vs. Deanna Ujcich of 1229 Canyon Rd. SE, Carrollton, $940.09.

Jefferson Capital Systems LLC of Columbus vs. Heather R. Cloud of 435 E. Carrollton St., Magnolia, $1,229.81.

Cavalry SPV I, LLC of Valhalla, NY, vs. Destiny J. Prohl of 315 2nd St. NW, Carrollton, $744.91.

Money Action Grange Indemnity Insurance Co. of Columbus vs. Charlotte J. Swinford of 1072 Perron Rd. SE, Carrollton, and Ohio Pow-

Carroll County Sheriff ’s Reports May 11 – Domestic violence was reported at a Taft Street, Sherrodsville, residence.

May 14 – Deputies investigated criminal mischief on Apollo Road.

May 16 – Deputies responded to a domestic dispute on Mayhem Road.

May 17 – Vandalism was reported on Gem Road.

Accident Report May 15 – A Minerva man was backing out of a property on Water Street when he hit a parked truck owned by a Malvern woman.

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er Co., c/o Corporation System Statutory Agent at Columbus, $1,521.85.

Judgments Granted H & S Financial, Inc. of Lewisville, TX, from Andrew Miller of 6206 Citrus Rd. NW, Malvern, $2,293.61.

Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC of Norfolk, VA, from Paula Tucci of 5223 Bluebird Rd. NW, Malvern, $2,081.

Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC of Norfolk, VA, from Nicole Hyndman of 1230 Taft Rd. SW, Sherrodsville, $1,417.12.

Synchrony Bank of Draper, UT, from Michael D. Beight of 1700 33rd St. SW, Canton, $1,226.85.

Jefferson Capital Systems LLC of St. Cloud, MN, from Diana Lynn Cook of 4132 Bonnie Dr. NW, Malvern, $2,359.79.

LVNV Funding LLC of Greenville, SC, from Latasha Bain of 7063 Hill Dr. NW, Malvern, $589.61.

Credit Acceptance Corp. of Columbus from Gerald Brown of 7022 Bluebird Rd. NW, East Canton, $5,739.07.

Midland Credit Management, Inc. of San Diego, CA, from Carrie A. Phillips of 61 Glecoe Rd. SW, Dellroy, $2,483.21.

Contract Note Actions Dismissed Claim for $795.84 filed Aug. 30, 2019, by LVNV Funding LLC of Greenville, SC, vs.

Deborah Kelley, also known as Deborah J. Ohler of 4416 Van Jack St. SE, Carrollton, has been dismissed.

Claim for $2,206.99 filed Dec. 3, 2019, by Synchrony Bank of Independence, OH vs. Michael Beight of 1700 33rd St. SW, Canton, has been dismissed.

Minerva Police Reports May 9 - Police received a report for harassment from an employee working at a business located on East Lincoln Way. May 12 - Police received a report for criminal damage to a closed business on North Main Street.

May 13 - Police received a report for a deceased resident on Grant Street. The subject was transported to Gotschall Funeral Home.

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May 14 - Police received a report for an unruly juvenile at a residence on Don Street. Mobil Crisis took custody of the juvenile for treatment.

Accident Report May 8 - A vehicle operated by Andrew Byler, Jr., of Salineville, struck a vehicle operated by Teresa Sines of Minerva, while pulling out of a business parking lot onto N. Market Street.

No injuries and light damage reported. Byler was cited for duty to yield and is scheduled to appear in Minerva mayor’s court.

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Thursday, May 21, 2020

EMA reports receiving cloth face masks

By NANCY SCHAAR FPS Correspondent At the May 18 meeting of the Board of Commissioners, Emergency Management Director Tom Cottis said a shipment of 2,500 cloth masks was delivered to his office last week.

Cottis said, “There will be two to every county official and employee. They will also be distributed to all township trustees, township clerks, all village officials, and 100 will be held back for the Board of Election’s use in November.”

Commissioner Jeff Ohler said he is still working with the Environmental Protection Agency regarding additional testing that needs to be completed on the landfill property to provide

the buffering zone between the wells and the ponds. He said once testing has been completed and approved, the board can move forward with auctioning the property later this year.

In other business commissioners: - NOTED all county offices will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. - LEARNED the county is still waiting on the permit to proceed with the installation of the weather station at the county airport.

- APPROVED the sheriff’s report showing 313 meals served and 34 washings done for April.

- RECEIVED the dog pound report with three impounded, one adopted out, one redeemed, zero destroyed, and no citations given for having no license or running at large.

Carrollton council approves paving bid

By NANCY SCHAAR FPS Correspondent At the May 11 meeting, Carrollton Village Council approved the bid of $192,829 from Northstar Asphalt Inc. for the 2020 street paving projects.

Village Administrator Mark Wells announced that the storm sewer project is underway at the intersections of 10th Street and Lincoln Avenue.

In other business council: - WORKED out additional savings on the purchase of the pumper truck for the fire de-

partment.

- GAVE second reading to an ordinance vacating a portion of an unimproved alley off of Fifth Street.

- ACCEPTED the resignation of Tyler Fenton from the fire department effective May 6.

- ANNOUNCED the graduation parade will begin Saturday, May 23 at 11 a.m. at Ponderosa on Canton Road.

- ANNOUNCED there will not be a Memorial Day parade in Carrollton this year.

- MET briefly in executive session to discuss the compensation of an employee with no action taken.

Motorcyclist, passenger dies in Magnolia crash MAGNOLIA – The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred on state Route 800, near milepost 34, in Sandy Township, Tuscarawas County, at 9:36 p.m. Saturday, May 16.

According to a report from the State Highway Patrol Tuscarawas Post, a 2001 Jeep Cherokee, driven by Ezra J. Barrick, 20, of Port Washington, was southbound on state Route 800 when he allegedly attempted to turn left into a private drive and turned into the path of a 2007 Harley Davidson motorcycle, driven by Richard A. King II, 47, of Massillon. The motorcycle struck the Jeep and overturned. Neither the motorcycle driver nor his passenger were wearing helmets.

The Tuscarawas County Cor-

oner’s Office pronounced King dead at the scene. His passenger, Tiffany J. Walton, 46, of Magnolia, was transported to Aultman Hospital in Canton with life-threatening injuries.

She later succumbed to her injuries and died at the hospital.

Barrick was not injured. A female passenger of the Jeep was transported to Mercy Hospital in Canton with non-life-threatening injuries. Both were wearing their safety belts.

Assisting on the scene with the Ohio State Highway Patrol were East Sparta Fire Department, Tri-Division Ambulance, Magnolia Police Department, Tuscarawas County Sheriff’s Department, Smith Ambulance, Tuscarawas County Coroner’s Office, Jim’s Towing, and Keith’s Towing.

Real Estate Transfers Veryl Ray Iden, dec’d., to Yvonne R. Krendick, Yvonne R. Krendick Trustee, Veryl Ray Iden Trust and Betty Jane Iden Trust, 1.15A, Augusta Twp. Clint and Yvonne R. Krendick to Yvonne R. Krendick Trustee, Veryl Ray Iden Trust and Betty Jane Iden Trust, 1.152A, Augusta Twp., $28,750.

Yvonne R. Krendick Trustee, Veryl Ray Iden Trust and Betty Jane Iden Trust to Jacob A. Iden, 1.152A, Augusta Twp. Peggy Ann Hendrix to Bryan and Anjanette M. Stoffer, 6.552A, Rose Twp. Roger K. and Judy L. Higginbotham to Mark A. and Tarah Hinton, .173A, Carrollton, $53,000.

Jeffrey W. Lumley and Rodney L. Grimes to Alan L. Miller and Laurie L. Ott, Lots 4 and 5, Country Side Estates, Carrollton, $300,000.

Bonnie Kay Shaw to Brandon R. and Shawna M. Elkins, .140A, Carrollton, $275,900.

Enos L. Miller, Levi L. Miller Jr., Catherine R. and Cora Miller to Enos L. Miller, 15.00A, East Twp. David James Thomas and Carol A. Thomas to Jeffrey L. Sebrell, .759A. Carrollton, $124,000.

Lucille Bloom to Shawna Elkins, Lots 3 and 4, Carrollton.

Joanne Truman to Jeffrey Wilson Lumley and Rodney L. Grimes, .735A, Carrollton, $222,000.

Edward L. and Debra L. Conner to Edward L. Conner, Jacob Watters and Kyle Mollica, Lot 1547, Yogi Bear, Harrison Twp.

Craig Ocel Trustee, Darcy A. Baker Trustee and John T. Ocel Revocable Trust to John B. Ocel, 576.26A, Augusta and East Twps. (1/4 interest only).

Craig D. Ocel and Darcy A. Baker Co-Trustees and John T. Ocel Revocable Trust to Darcy A. Baker and Craig D. Ocel, 577.76A, Augusta, East and Washington Twps., (1/4 interest minerals only).

Craig and Darcy A. Baker Co-Trustees and Mary Elnora Ocel Revocable Trust to John B. Ocel, 576.26A, Augusta and East Twps., (1/4 interest only).

Craig D. Ocel and Darcy A. Baker Co-Trustees and Mary Elnora Ocel Revocable Trust to Darcy A. Baker and Craig D. Ocel, 577.76A, Augusta, East and Washington Twp. (1/4 interest minerals only).

Jennifer A. and Nathan W. Quicksall to Adam Z. and Jennifer R. Gerdts, Lot 47, Paradise Point, Monroe Twp., $240,000.

Jack Arthur Russell, dec’d., to Wilma L. Russell, Lots 216-217, Malvern.

Linda L. Lumley to Linda L. and Douglas L. Lumley, Lot 65, Carrollton.

Robert E. Frilette to William D. and Diana Leishman, Lots 214, 215, 216, 231 and 233 VoAsh Lake Lot Allotment, Perry Twp., $26,400.

Clarification

Carroll County EMA Assistant Director Devin Herrington was misidentified in the cutline for the Encino Energy photo.

Thursday, May 21, 2020

Health commissioner gives update on local pandemic cases

By NANCY SCHAAR FPS Correspondent Health Commissioner Dr. Wendy Gotschall provided an update on the COVID-19 pandemic to the Board of Commissioners at the May 14 meeting.

At that time, Gotschall said, “There are 24 cases in the county. Of those, 20 are confirmed and four are probable. Of the 24 cases, 19 have recovered and there have been two deaths associated with COVID-19.”

She reported that the health department has received a $35,000 grant for contact tracing and monitoring due to the COVID-19 crisis, and said they also will continue tracing and monitoring any Class A type of disease, such as tuberculosis or sexually transmitted diseases.

Because of the number of contacts who need checked every day, the department is looking for volunteers to assist in tracing and monitoring those who may have been exposed to or transmitted the virus.

The health department is receiving shipments from the national stockpile and is working with Emergency Management Agency Director Tom Cottis to disburse personal protective equipment to townships, municipalities, county agencies,

and long-tern care facilities.

As stores, businesses, and churches begin to re-open, Gotschall said the health department has been working to help them meet guidelines from the state.

In other business, commissioners: - AGREED to accept the bid from NorthStar Asphalt, Inc. from North Canton in the amount of $99,481 for the resurfacing project for Chase Road.

- ADOPTED a resolution to continue health insurance coverage through December 31, 2020, for county employees who have been laid off or are participating in the SharedWork Ohio program.

- LEARNED the Technical Services Advisory Committee will meet Tuesday, May 19 at 3 p.m., followed by the Planning Committee. The discussion will focus on the Text to 911 grant and how committees plan to meet the match required to receive the grant.

- WILL hold a Leadership Committee meeting Wednesday, May 20 at 1:30 p.m. to discuss and review courthouse hours and continuation of operation plans. Discussion will include the possible need for a deep cleaning of the courthouse or closing the courthouse for a period of time.

Leesville clerk reports decrease in tax revenue

By JACQUIE HUMPHREY

FPS Correspondent At the May meeting of the Leesville Village Council, Fiscal Officer Sally Bernhart reported that she is working with Solicitor Jenna Hokes to resolve an issue with the village’s collection of levied tax monies for operating expenses and fire protection.

Bernhart explained that the checks that are normally around $5,000 monthly from the county have now been reduced to approximately $1,500. She said that she has contacted the county regarding the matter and had retained all correspondence from when the levies, which were passed successfully by voters, were originally placed on the ballots.

Hokes explained that she has been in contact with the State of Ohio to resolve this issue, and is currently working on the project. Hokes said she had

been advised that there is a gap year in collection and believes the discrepancy is in communication between the county and state agencies.

Bernhart further reported that the village has received notification that anticipated funding for 2020 will be reduced due to the situation with Covid-19.

Mayor John Traxler advised that for the time being, the village must stick to operating essentials only.

In other action council: - Heard an update on catch basin repair work approved at the April meeting.

- Learned that additional catch basin repair is needed on North Wayne Street.

- Was advised that all but one of the streetlights in the village are now in good working order.

- Heard an update on utility billing from Bernhart.

- Approved updated oil and gas lease with Encino Energy.

- Set the next regular meeting for Tuesday, June 9 at 7 p.m. in village hall.

Area students place in regional spelling bees Although none of the area’s six Regional spelling bee participants ranked in the top, one speller from Sandy Valley lasted until the fourth round and two stayed in the bee until the third round when only 10 of the 50 spellers were left.

Lincoln White, a 7th grader at Sandy Valley was eliminated in the fourth round while Kayley Duncan, an 8th grader representing Minerva Local Schools, and Charlotte Downes, a student from Sandy Valley elementary school, stayed in the bee until the third round.

Second round spellers eliminated were Jacelyn Griffith, a 7th grader from Carrollton schools, and Zoe Sikorsky, a 6th grader from Malvern.

Alex Deaton, a 6th grader from Carrollton schools was eliminated in the first round of the regional event.

Nick Williams, a 7th grade student at Tuscarawas Central Catholic Junior High School, won the bee, which included 46 competitors. Williams won an all-expense paid trip to the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C.

Marriage Licenses Brian Joseph Ulman, 45, of 575 Sixth St., Carrollton, and Brandy Lynn Imes, 40, of 4301 Steubenville Rd., Amsterdam.

Travis M. Lauhon, 38, and Amber C. Williamson, 29, both of 3187 Plane Rd. SE, Carrollton.

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New sidewalks lead to Brown Local’s campus The Ohio Department of Transportation awarded the village of Malvern and Brown Local School District a Safe Routes to School grant in 2016.

The grant project totaling $246,500 was to be completed in 2019. The project was just completed in May 2020 and will provide safer access for students who walk or bicycle to Brown Local Schools.

Ohio makes approximately $4 million available each year to assist local communities in improving safety for students in kindergarten through the eighth grade that walk or bicycle to school.

“I hope the village of Malvern residents will take advantage of the new sidewalk. I encourage community members to use the new sidewalk for physical activity and to visit our campus,” said Tim Babiczuk, Malvern MS/HS Principal.

New playground equipment topic at Sherrodsville

By NANCY SCHAAR FPS Correspondent

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New sidewalks lead to Brown Local School’s campus thanks to a grant from the Ohio Department of Transportation.

Carrollton BOE discusses transferring vacant school sites to townships

By NANCY SCHAAR FPS Correspondent

The Carrollton Board of Education adopted resolutions at the May 12 meeting to move forward with transferring the Dellroy school property to Monroe Township and the Augusta school property to Augusta Township.

More information regarding the transfers will be forthcom-

ing in the near future.

Dr. David Quattrochi outlined plans for a parade and other events to honor the graduating Class of 2020.

Board members praised the teachers and support staff for their hard work and ingenuity in helping students complete the school year. Quattrochi said it was a challenge but the staff faced it, set it up, and accomplished it.

In other business the board: - LEARNED that Director of Programs Ed Robinson has ar-

ranged for photos of graduating seniors and banners to be displayed throughout the downtown area and on Canton Road.

- PRAISED the food service department for putting out 18,000 meals per week to help feed children during the pandemic.

- DISCUSSED the state legislation under consideration, which would require all school buildings to have a storm shelter.

- APPROVED the 2020 list of seniors for graduation.

Edison approves $1 million bid to update sports facilities The Edison Local School Board of Education took quick action and approved a nearly $1 million bid to update sports facilities at Edison High School.

Leaders approved an $889,955 bid from Vasco of Massillon to place new turf to the current soccer field on the school grounds to make way for a new multi-purpose facility to host football, soccer and track activities.

Board President Aaron Richardson said the plan includes the base bid for the turf project as well as two alternate bids for Vasco to maintain the field as well as provide concrete stabilization on the ground, if needed, before the turf is added.

School board member Matt Bordash questioned District Treasurer Lisa Bruzzese as to whether the district’s budget would remain solvent after she transferred funds for construction. Bruzzese had hoped to stay within $5 million for operations and said the current shutdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic had actually saved on some costs.

“We’re saving money on resources and bus fuel. I think it probably won’t cut into that $5

million,” she said. “I’m cleaning up purchase orders now and there are a bunch we’re not going to use,” she said.

Following more discussion, leaders approved the bid and agreed to transfer $1 million from the general fund to the construction fund. School Supt. Bill Beattie said the turf was the first part of the ongoing upgrade and work will occur through the summer.

“We hope they will start mobilizing and start work May 26,” Beattie said, adding the project was estimated to last for 10 weeks and could wrap up in mid to late August. “We are putting turf on the soccer facility to make it our multi-purpose facility moving forward. This is the first of the master facilities projects we are getting off the ground,” he added.

Overall plans are to unify school sports at the Richmond campus by adding baseball and softball fields, the multi-purpose athletic field and a new 1,500-seat gymnasium, as well as a new parking lot. The baseball and softball fields currently are located at Jefferson State Lake near Richmond and athletes have held track practice

and meets and junior high basketball practice at Stanton Elementary in Hammondsville.

Officials said centralizing the activities will improve safety for students and save time for parents who must travel through the area to attend events. Expenses will be paid through the 2.1-mill emergency renewal levy approved by voters this fall, which would generate more than $1,049,000 annually over seven years.

Beattie said more bids should be coming in over the next few weeks for lighting, the grandstand, press box and excavation as the project gains momentum.

Meanwhile, the next regular meeting is set for May 21 at 6 p.m. at EHS.

Sherrodsville Village Council met Monday, May 18. The meeting was open to the public and also available online.

Council members approved purchasing a ground level balance beam, a spring toy, a butterfly climbing toy, a flower climbing toy and two new benches to be installed at village park. Fiscal Officer Valerie Gardner was authorized to seek quotes for swings at village park. By order of the Governor of Ohio, the village play areas are currently closed to the public.

Harry Matter, of CT Consultants, reported that he is working on grant funding and plans for rebuilding the area of City View Drive and state Route 212, where a landslide occurred. The cost is estimated to be $170,864. Most of the cost will be reimbursable through the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

The road will be closed and a detour posted for four to six weeks while the Ohio Department of Transportation works on the project later this year.

In other business council: - RECEIVED a refund of $734 from the Bureau of Workman Compensation from 2018.

- CONTINUES to work on closing out the village’s EMS fund.

- AGREED to hire Jim Romig to clean out, ditch, dry out and seed a flood area in the village at an estimated cost of $5,400.

- LEARNED another township is interested in purchasing a cot from EMS and also purchasing the entire squad.

- WILL gather Sunday, May 31 at 8 a.m. to clear out the fire hall downtown.

- APPROVED the quote of $5,400 from Nicholas Construction for plumbing upgrades in the fire hall.

- RECEIVED $162 in donations for Earth Day wildflowers.

- ASSIGNED an address of 20 Sherrod Avenue for the former EMS building in the village.

- APPROVED an ordinance to prohibit junkyards of any type within village limits.

- AGREED to let Midvale ball teams practice on village ball fields as long as it does not conflict with Conotton Valley or Sherrodsville ball teams.

- SET aside $1,500 for mosquito spraying.

- ACCEPTED the $900 quote from Topside, LLC for removal of brush piles from village property.

- DISCUSSED the fire department holding a homecoming in the downtown area on Aug. 1.

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BANNERS from PG. 1 Electric, Tim Brooks of B&B Tree Service and Carroll Electric Co-op.

Carrollton High School Senior banners will be on display on Canton Rd., Main St. and throughout the downtown area.

Once the banners have been removed from the poles, graduating seniors or their fami-

lies may pick up the banners at Rinkes Insurance between 8:30 a. m. and 12 noon, Monday-Friday.

Rinkes Insurance is located at 1115 Canton Rd. NW, Carrollton.

If special arrangements for pick-up are needed, call Rinkes Insurance at 330-627-4442.

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Obituaries James ‘E Moe’ Albert Pisklo

Mary Jane Stull

James “E Moe” Albert Pisklo, 76, of Mulberry, FL, passed away May 11, 2020 at Lakeland Regional Health.

He was born Jan. 27, 1944 in Bergholz, Ohio, to the late John “Catsy” and Mary (Neider) Pisklo.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Nancy (Buxton) Pisklo.

He worked in the strip fields up in Ohio before moving to Mulberry, FL, in 1974, where he worked for Conserv before becoming IMC/Mosaic as a supervisor at the Nichols and New Wales Plant where he had retired. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time at the beach, also spending time with family and friends both here in Florida and Ohio.

He is also survived by four daughters, Margaret (Darrin) Mason, Theresa (Rocky) Clevenger, Pamela (Shane) Rubert and Jamie (Martin) Phillips; 8 grandchildren, Bryan and Shawn (Kayla) Mason, Lee Pisklo, Ashley and Bradley Gurdineer, Courtney (Jeff) Minnoe, Cheyenne (Logan) Mulkey and Sydney Rubert; 10 great-grandchildren, Tyler, Neveah, Kaidance, Makenna, Eli, Stella, Scarlett, Noah, Brooklyne, Ayla, and a grandson due later, all of Florida; two brothers, Ronald (Linda) of Melbourne, FL and Bob of Carrollton, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers, Johnny, Edward, Henry, Lanny and Richard; and his sisters, Joyce Shannon, Mary Louise, Pricella and Kay Pisklo.

In respect of the family, no memorial service will be held; however a Celebration of Life will be held at his home with family and friends on Saturday, May 23, 2020 in Mulberry, FL, and a later date in Ohio.

In lieu of family, flowers and donations can be made for medical bills to Nancy Pisklo, 2350 Shady Acres Dr., Mulberry, FL 33860.

Mary Jane Stull, 85, of Amsterdam, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2020.

A daughter of the late Thomas Richard and Mary Josephine (Foit) Stone, she was born in Amsterdam, Ohio on Jan. 7, 1935.

Jane married Russell Wayne Stull on Nov. 30, 1951, and together they had six boys.

Throughout most of her life, Jane was an accomplished homemaker, baker, cook, gardener, mother and grandmother. Jane never took shortcuts in the kitchen, as everything had to be made from scratch. Her love of cooking was complimented with her ability to utilize all the bounties of Wayne’s garden. Jane’s desire to gather the family almost every weekend and her ability to cook amazing meals will be missed by many. The couple’s shared love of gardening, flowers and plants led them to start their own greenhouse business in Amsterdam, which later expanded with their acquisition and operation of the Bergholz Greenhouse. Jane’s organizational skills and attention to detail enabled her to become an excellent bookkeeper for the greenhouse business, as well as the couple’s Stihl® power tools and feed store known as Stull’s Supply.

Jane also enjoyed playing Euchre with her family and meeting up with her Amsterdam friends for card club. Jane lived between Amsterdam and Sebring, Ohio most of her life, and has been a resident of Copeland Oaks Retirement Community since 2018.

Jane was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne, on May 5, 2020; their son, Rick, in 1995; her parents; and her siblings, Dick, Ella “Toots”, Frank and Karen.

She is survived by her sons and their spouses, Bill Stull and Chip Tanner of Mayer, AZ; Randy and Gina Stull of Homeworth, Ohio; Bob and Teresa Stull of Beloit, Ohio; Russ Stull of Homeworth, Ohio; and Jim and Jennifer Stull of Silver Lake, Ohio. Jane’s six boys blessed her with 13 loving grandchildren, Missy, Rick, Mike, Christy, Eric, Robert, Kevin, Alex, Mitch, Avah, Jacob, Nathan, and Leah; plus 15 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren.

More than anything, Jane loved being with her family and preparing a large family feast for all to enjoy.

Also surviving Jane are her brother, Tom and Irene Stone of Carrollton, Ohio; her aunt, Frances Skipper of Jewett, Ohio; her uncle, Don and Pat Foit of Carrollton, Ohio, as well as many other loving family members. Jane also had a special relationship with Bob and Barb Sanitra from Amsterdam.

While her passing is sad for her family, we know that she is in a better place and reunited with our Dad and other loved ones.

Her boys will be reminded of her daily by the hard work ethic and strong family values she passed to each of them.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

In the meantime, you are invited to sign the guest register and share a memory at www.doddsfuneralhomes.com.

The family would like to thank the staff at Copeland Oaks/Crandall Medical for taking such great care of Jane.

Memorials may be made to the Copeland Oaks Residents Association at 800 S. 15th Street, Villa 1853, Sebring, OH 44672 with memo: Employee Christmas Fund.

Mary L. Gillespie Mary L. Gillespie, 82, of Minerva, died Monday, May 11, 2020 in Carroll Healthcare Center.

She was born Aug. 30, 1937 in Waynesburg to Henry and Sarah (Burwell) Fulks.

She grew up in Dellroy, Ohio, and as a young woman moved to Chicago where she married and raised her family.

She worked at several factories until her late 30’s and trained to become a Certified Nursing Assistant and she worked as a Home Health Aide until she retired and moved back to Ohio.

She is a member of the Carrollton Church of God. She is preceded in death by all five of her husbands, Walter Barker, Tom Neal, Romero Trevino, Jerry Ray and Fred Gillespie.

She is survived by two daughters, Virginia (Robert) Augustein of Minerva and Donna (Neal) Schmidt of Illinois; two sons, Walter Barker of Minerva and Tom (Dawn) Neal Jr. of Maine; a sister, Donna K. Johnson of Carrollton; 7 grandchildren, Angel (Craig) Wisenburg, Nicole (Joe) Graham, Sarah Neal, Ben Neal, Caitie Neal, Kasey (Tim) Jackson and Christy Barker; six great grandchildren, Summer, Chase, Kathryn, Evan, Noah and Elijah.

Following cremation, a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date with Pastor Tom Neal Jr. officiating and following with burial in Harlem Springs Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Community Hospice of Carrollton.

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

ADAMHS board to meet May 20 The Alcohol, Drug Addiction & Mental Health Services Board of Tuscarawas and Carroll Counties will hold its May Governing Board Meeting on

Wednesday, May 20, at 1 p.m.

The meeting will take place remotely and can be viewed via a live stream accessible by visiting adamhtc.org.

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

Obituaries are due noon Tuesday for that week’s paper.

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Clarence ‘Smokey’ Wright Jr. Clarence “Smokey” Wright Jr., 81, of Minerva, died Thursday, May 14, 2020 in Aultman Hospital.

He was born April 30, 1939 in Canton to Clarence and Wilma (Tubbs) Wright.

He was a dairy farmer and owner of Clover Ridge Farms. He had also worked at the Timken Company. He was a US Army Veteran where he was a MP. He is survived by 4 children, Todd (Angie) Wright of Minerva, Diane, Donna and Lance, and a grandson, Trent Wright.

He is preceded in death by 2 sisters, Charlene Golden and Christine Whitmer.

According to his wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no formal services.

Burial was in Pleasant Grove Cemetery.

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

David A. Stewart David A. Stewart, 58, of Carrollton passed away unexpectedly Sunday afternoon May 17, 2020 at Aultman Hospital in Canton.

A son of Robert “Butch” Stewart of Harlem Springs and Joyce (Dan) Yost of Carrollton, he was born Aug. 21, 1961 in Canton, Ohio.

He was a 1979 graduate of Carrollton High School and was an avid sports fan. He had a love of working outdoors and was an animal lover, especially when it came to dogs.

Along with his parents, he is survived by two sisters, Debra Addis and Darcy (Brian) Bolanz; and two nieces, Ryli and Elyza Bolanz.

In accordance with his wishes, there will be no funeral services.

Dodds Funeral Home of Carrollton assisted the family with arrangements.

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Thursday, May 21, 2020

Looking Back Compiled by Don Rutledge

60 YEARS AGO From 1960 FPS Files The Carrollton Rotary Club was presented four awards at the annual meeting of Rotary Club District 665. They included first places in vocational service, club service and all yearly activities, plus a third place in attendance.

Connie George, a Carrollton High School senior, reigned at the annual junior-senior prom held in the high school gym.

Susan Ann Masters, a Carrollton High School junior, was one of 40 young people throughout the nation selected to participate in the “Canaveral Conversation” project at Coco Beach, FL. Kenneth Mossor and Mary Lou Michael reigned as king and queen at Augusta High School’s annual junior-senior prom.

50 YEARS AGO From 1970 FPS Files Dale Howell was elected president of the Carrollton Jaycees.

The preliminary 1970 population figure for Carroll County was reported at 20,874, according to District Manager Robert F. Long, who supervised the taking of the 1970 census of population and housing in his area.

Earl W. McNinch of Rt. 2, Carrollton, and John K. Brown of Harlem Springs filled Carroll County’s Induction Call No. 241 for May into the Armed Services.

Betty Warner, a senior at Carrollton High School, was crowned the school’s 1970 junior-senior prom queen by Nancy Drake, the 1969 queen.

40 YEARS AGO From 1980 FPS Files Mrs. Barbara Bush, wife of Presidential hopeful George Bush, stopped in Carrollton enroute to Lisbon where she was interviewed

by Donald Rutledge of the FPS News Staff.

Tim Ray was elected president of the Carrollton Jaycees.

Randy L. Neff and Becky Patrick were named Valedictorian and Salutatorian, respectively, of Carrollton High School’s class of 1980.

Stephanie Thomas and Kent Thompson received the top band and choir awards at The Carrollton High School’s annual spring concert; Thomas, the John Philip Sousa Band award and Thompson the National Choral Award.

Carrollton Warrior Steve Gantz took the 3200-meters in a time of 10:10.8 to win the Sectional track meet and qualify for the district tournament.

One of the largest auctions in Carroll County was held at the Emmitt and Helen Cheuvront residence in Fox Twp. 30 YEARS AGO From 1990 FPS Files The newly-constructed Veterans Memorial in the Harlem Springs cemetery was dedicated at Memorial services.

Three Carrollton High School art students of Miss Charlene Sablo were named national finalists in the 1990 AAA poster contest.

They included Matt Hauenstein, a state finalist who placed first in the nation; Trista Schrickel and Jen Logan, second and third place national finalists, respectively.

Rob Ferguson, a senior percussionist in the Carrollton High School band, received the John Philip Sousa Band award from CHS Band Director David Colella.

Valedictorians and Salutatorians for Carrollton High School’s 1990 commencement exercises were Matt Heston, CHS Valedictorian; Theresa Kampfer, CHS Salutatorian; Sherry Moyer, Buckeye JVS Valedictorian, and John Campbell, Buckeye JVS Salutatorian Heath Poole, Rich Dine and Gene Dunlap were selected as tri-captains of Carrollton High School’s football team for the 1990 fall football season.

20 YEARS AGO From 2000 FPS Files Country singing legend Charlie Daniels was booked to lead the entertainment at the 2000 Carroll County fair.

Carrollton High School’s five Valedictorians and one Salutatorian for the school’s 2000 commencement exercises were Tracy M. Clark, Joshua M. Evans, Casey L. Graham, Broc A. Grigsby and Tracy Hanna, all Valedictorians, and David Weber, class Salutatorian.

Outstanding seniors for the 1999-2000 school year at Carrollton High School were Josh Evans and Tracy Hanna.

The CHS girls track team sent seven girls in six events to the regionals. Courtney Reed repeated her district champion in the 100-meter hurdles.

Sarah Page, a senior at Carrollton High School, signed a Letter of Intent to play volleyball at Walsh University.

10 YEARS AGO From 2010 FPS Files It was announced the Junior Fair in Carroll County will continue in 2010 regardless of whether the Extension office closes or not.

Mark Manfull, an employee of the Ohio Department of Transportation garage at Carrollton, was credited with saving the life of a five-year old boy whom Manfull discovered walking on the white line on the edge of SR 9, north of Carrollton.

Ellen Finnicum succeeded Robert Antill as the librarian at the Carroll County District Library in Carrollton.

Det./Sgt. Gregory S. Cunningham, son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard (Judy) Cunningham of Kilgore, was honored by the Michigan State Police as the MSP Eighth District Trooper of the Year.

The Carrollton Little Warrior third and fourth grade boys basketball team, coached by Brad Baxter and assisted by Ed Eick, finished their season with a perfect 8-0 record to win the Little Warriors championship. Team members included Joey Beard, Kade Ramey, Connor Baxter, Jared DeGarmo, Mark Grimm, Kade Walton and Calob Dalton.

Throwback Photo Published May 21, 1970

Publisher David Schloss Managing Editor Kimberly Lewis Advertising Director Lynn Bond Sports Editor Jordan Miller Staff Writer Donald Rutledge Office Manager Doji Grimes Correspondents: Nancy Schaar, Jacquie Humphrey and Georgette Huff Published weekly, $1.00 news stand copy; $35 per year in Carroll and adjacent counties; $60 per year in all other Ohio counties; $70 per year out of Ohio: email fps44615@yahoo.com The Free Press Standard accepts no responsibility for the safekeeping or return of unsolicited submissions. Letters, photographs and manuscripts are submitted at the risk of the owner.

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John W. Weir of Carrollton was elected as the chairman of the Carroll County Republican Party.

Dewey Breckenridge of Malvern was re-elected the chairman of the Carroll County Democrat Party.

Thursday, May 21, 2020

ACCENT Events Calendar

FPS Photo / Kimberly Lewis

Centreville Village’s parade brings joy to residents, families Centreville Village residents lined up outside Friday, May 15, for a parade of family and friends.

The residents held signs with messages and waved as their families and friends coasted by with signs, banners and lots of “I love yous” being loudly yelled out the windows.

The event featured two parades and gave residents and their families a chance to see each other since Ohio’s Stay-At-Home order began in March.

Since residents living in assisted living facilities and nursing homes are more susceptible to

COVID-19, the residents have been isolated as residents practice social distancing.

ABOVE: “We Love You Pappy!” was the message these children had for their grandfather (at right).

BELOW TOP: Happy Birthday wishes were delivered by family members to their mother, who has been residing at Centreville Village.

BELOW BOTTOM: Members of the Carrollton Legion and VFW dropped off patrotic decorations to Carrollton’s oldest veteran John McLoney while practicing social distancing.

FPS Photo / Kimberly Lewis

FPS Photo / Kimberly Lewis

Minerva Homecoming is cancelled, restructured event planned for July This year’s Minerva Homecoming has been cancelled for June 17-20, but a modified event is scheduled for July, the Minerva Community Association announced.

The State of Ohio has not authorized inspections of amusement rides as of yet which is preventing the ride companies to providing rides to local festivals through the month of June.

Minerva Community Association President Brad Palmer

noted Kissle Amusements has offered to bring its funnel cake trailer and will donate $1 for every funnel cake sold to the community.

The association has scheduled a Homecoming for Thursday through Saturday, July 16-18.

Because the social distancing requirements at that time are unknown, organizers are uncertain whether there will be rides.

“Rides or no rides, the Minerva Community Civic Club will

Sherry’s Book Corner Hello everyone! I hope you are well and getting ready for summer!

I was thinking about our health and well being and I came up with this idea. We need to know more about what nature has to offer us.

My friend, Sandy gave me a copy of this book to read over and I found it to be full of great ideas that we can all live with to feel better!

Nature’s Prescriptions is full of good nutrition information, timely medical tips, and delicious recipes.

As we gather all this information we can do this as a family. Since many of your children are at home now full time, you can learn these helpful health tips together.

If you plant a garden, you can plant what is best for you and your families needs. Kids like to get dirty, you know that! Once you make your plan,

be selling Lion burgers in the pavilion. Kissle’s funnel cake trailer, Jack and Rich French fry trailer and Canestraro’s lemonade trailer will all be at Minerva Community Park Thursday through Saturday, July 16-28, from 4-8 p.m.,” said Palmer.

He noted those food vendors who are normally at Minerva’s Homecoming will be invited to participate.

More details will be announced closer to the date.

By Sherry Kline Bolitho

you can get started, right in your own backyard.

For example, did you know that ginger quiets a queasy stomach? Also, sage makes a good mouthwash for canker soars because it has both antiseptic and anti-inflammatory qualities.

Those are just a couple of the neat things you’ll learn to help you and your family stay healthy and happy!

Until next time, enjoy the world of good health!

Your friend, Sherry Sherry Kline Bolitho Adult Book Title: Nature’s Prescriptions Foods, Vitamins, and Supplements That Prevent Disease By: Frank W. Cawood and Associates, Inc. Publisher: FC&A Price: Not listed Available at the Carroll County District Library This book is for information only and is not intended to be a medical guide for self-diagnosis of self-treatment. Every attempt has been made to assure that the information in this book is true and accurate. Recommended in all cases that you contact your personal doctor or health care provider before treating yourself in any way. Recipes included.

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. (usually) every 3rd Monday of each month. For more info. call Pat Lake, RN at 800-945-4250 ext. 4901.

FREE COMMUNITY Blessings Dinner at Perry Twp. Hall, sponsored by Perrysville & Pleasant Hill UMC’s. Upcoming dinner dates are May 27 & June 24. For more info. call 330-627-7593.

2020 CARROLL SWCD Board Meeting schedule is May 26, June 23, July 28, Aug. 25, Sept. 22, Oct. 27, Nov. 24, Dec. 22. Regular board meetings to be held the fourth Tuesday of each month at 5 p.m. at the Carroll SWCD office. Any deviations from this schedule will be posted as required by law.

THIS WEEK EVENTS No events this week.

UPCOMING EVENTS SUBURBAN GARDEN Club to meet at Ashton House Museum, 120 3rd St. NW, June 9 at 6 p.m. for a tour of the museum.

Senior Center Menus May 25-29 Carrollton Friendship Center Malvern Nutrition Site Sherrodsville Lions Club Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. daily via drive-thru. Cost is $2. For reservations, call the Friendship Center a 330-6277017; Malvern Senior Center, 121 Wood St. (inside United Methodist Church), Malvern, 330-205-6654 – dial “1” if using a landline; Sherrodsville Center at 740-269-2200, all before 8:30 a.m.

Monday – Happy Memorial Day. Tuesday – Chicken, mashed potatoes/gravy, Brussel sprouts, Mandarin oranges, bread/margarine.

Wednesday – Vegetable lasagna, Oriental vegetables, baked apple, coleslaw, bread stick.

Thursday – Meatloaf, mashed potatoes/gravy, corn, apricots, dinner roll.

Friday – Cheese omelet, sausage links, roasted potatoes, country gravy, banana, biscuit/ margarine.

Minerva Senior Center Closed The Center will open as soon as the government reports it is safe to do so.

Birth Announcements April 29 Paige and Curtis Kline of Carrollton, a boy, Mercy Medical Center.

April 30 Venetia and Nathan Bohn of Malvern, a girl, Aultman Hospital.

May 1 Stephanie and Dale Lantzer III of Minerva, a boy, Aultman Hospital.

May 7 Andrea and Joseph Gallon of Amsterdam, a girl, Mercy Medical Center.

Tamara and Jason Sprout of Minerva, a girl, Aultman Hospital.

May 8 Sarah and Klint Ferrell of Malvern, a boy, Mercy Medical Center.

Rachel and Christian Stewart of Minerva, a girl, Mercy Medical Center.

May 9 Summer and Adam Ketchum of Hanoverton, a boy, Aultman Hospital.

May 10 Chelsea and Victor Flinner Jr. of Magnolia, a boy, Aultman Hospital.

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CC library to re-open with curbside delivery The Carroll County District Library will be re-opening on Wednesday, May 20.

Hours will be Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

During the re-opening phase, there will only be touchless curbside delivery. Patrons may call 330-627-2613 and request materials or place holds from the library’s collection. Library staff will gather the requests,

bag them, and place them out front for when the person arrives for pick-up.

Please know that the cargo delivery system is not starting until June. All returned items must be placed in the bookdrop. All due dates have been extended to the end of May. The library staff thanks everyone for their cooperation during this time.

Food pantry continues to serve the community Carrollton’s Loaves and Fishes Food Bank continues to provide food to those in need during the pandemic.

Loaves and Fishes is open on the second and third Monday of each month from noon until 2 p.m. and on the fourth Monday from 2-3:30 p.m. and 6:307:30 p.m.

On their first visit, clients are given an identification card

with the color based on family size. The elderly and families of all sizes are welcome. The food bank is open to families of four or more for a “second helping” from 4-6 p.m. on the last Thursday of each month.

Loaves and Fishes is located at 211 Moody Ave. S.W., Carrollton. For additional information or for emergency food, call 330627-2917 and leave message.

Lest We Forget

By CAPT. CHARLES PEARSON

U.S. Marine Corps, ret.

The following are taken from a collection of letters to the family of George Francis, who was a Japanese prisoner of war during World War II. “Mother’s Day” May 10, 1942 The Commandant U. S. Marine Corps regrets to advise you that according to the records of this Headquarters your son, Corporal George Francis, U. S. Marine Corps, was performing his duty in the service of his country in Manila Bay area when that station capitulated.

He will be carried on the records of the Marine Corps as Missing Pending Further Information.

No report of his death has been received and he may be a prisoner of War. It will probably be several months before definite official information can be expected concerning his status.

Sincere sympathy is extended to you in your anxiety and you are assured that any report received will be communicated to you promptly.

T. Holcomb Lieutenant General The Command U. S. Marine Corps March 20, 1943 A partial list of American prisoners of war in the Manila Bay area has just been received from the International Red Cross, containing the name of your son Corporal George Francis, U. S. Marine Corps, confirming the fact that he is alive and a prisoner of war.

Sept. 13, 1945 Dear Mother and Jean, This is my first letter as a free man. I seem to be in a strange world. A world of good food, clean sheets, all the comforts of living, things I haven’t known

for three years. At present I am in heaven (Guam). Have just eaten, taken 2 showers and am sitting on a beautiful bed covered with white clean sheets.

Strange, a month ago I was in hell. How soon I will able to get home I have no way of knowing. You can appreciate this - I’ve waited so long for this - a little longer won’t hurt me. I can’t tell you much. I long to put my arms round you and Jean again. I can smell the food cooking in the kitchen – wow.

Don’t worry about me. I am in fair condition, just a little tired, but happy. Right now I’m very sleepy, this bed looks so inviting. I’m just going to go to sleep and dream like I did in prison, that I’m home – with you.

All my love, George.

19 November, 1945.

Dear George Francis, It gives me special pleasure to welcome you back to your native shores, and to express, on behalf of the people of the United States, the joy we feel at your deliverance from the hands of the enemy. It is a source of profound satisfaction that our efforts to accomplish your return have been successful.

You have fought valiantly and have suffered greatly. As your Commander in Chief, I take pride in your past achievements and express the thanks of a grateful nation for your services in combat and your steadfastness while a prisoner of war.

May God grant you happiness and a successful future, Harry Truman.

I pray that we never forget our POW’s and MIA’s. Please keep them in your prayers along with all of our Service men and women and their families.

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

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Governor gives the greenlight for non-contact sports to resume OHSAA lifts no-contact order so coaches can instruct athletes As the COVID-19 pandamic continues, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine is beginning to lift orders, as he opens things up.

The governor annouced last week that he and his team will begin to allow non-contact sports to resume beginning May 26. He also ordered gyms to reopen on the same day.

The following is a memo sent to Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) schools: “Good early evening to each of you as we continue to dissect yesterday’s announcements by Governor DeWine.

While his re-opening of sports appears to be directed to all non-school sports (club/travel/AAU/etc.), the measures do have implications on school districts and regulations for school coaches and student-athletes.

This is especially true for the number of non-school sports that utilize school facilities. While we awaited guidance to be posted last evening, it was posted mid-day today and is incomplete as of this communication.

Here is what we CAN provide at this time and, while I have tried to limit communication, I also want it to be timely and correct. I encourage you to communicate with your coaches and, while schools often release this to the media, we are not doing that in the attempt to make certain YOU receive this and can directly communicate with your coaching staff and ultimately with student-athletes at your respective schools.

While I respect the disagreement coaches often have, I can assure you that decisions have been made in the

best interests of health and safety AND utilizing the insight of the professionals we must trust.

Yesterday’s Announcement Information that is available at this time: 1. The OHSAA spring sports seasons and tournaments have been cancelled and will not be conducted during the summer. This decision was made looking at every possible option at the time. It simply is not possible to put spring sports in place for everyone at this time. We have continued to use every possible avenue to be involved with “reopening” Ohio’s sports and, while our communication has been acknowledged, we still do not have a seat at the table for the reopening.

2. School facilities and buildings are not under the OHSAA’s jurisdiction and therefore we have no ability to require them to be opened/closed. We emphasized this in recent communications. Lt. Gov. Husted indicated yesterday that Local Departments of Health will determine the safe reopening of school outdoor facilities. With the Director of the Ohio Dept. of Health’s signing of the “Second Amended Order the Closure of All K-12 Schools in the State of Ohio” on April 29, it required the closure of all school buildings.

3. On April 30, the Director of the State Dept. of Health identified various facilities CLOSED in the “Stay-SafeOhio Order” signed on that date. This included but was not limited to STADIUMS (listed in 11 (g) page 5/6) in the order at: https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/static/pub licorders/Directors-Stay-Safe-Ohio-

Order.pdf. Please see item #13 (specifically items ‘a’ and ‘g’).

A comment yesterday during the press conference seems to have raised questions about potential school facilities outside school buildings.

4. Yesterday (May 14, 2020) the Governor announced that “low/noncontact sports” would be permitted to ‘open’ on May 26, 2020, with guidance to be posted later that evening. a. Since volumes of emails/texts/calls began coming in from schools, a communication was sent to all school administrators urging patience while we inquired about the various statements made during the news conference and that more guidance would be sent today (Friday). b. Guidance was finally posted mid-day and was incomplete since it only referred to Baseball & Softball. These Guidelines include both MANDATORY guidelines and Recommended Best Practices and are available at: https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/static/responsi ble/Baseball-Softball.pdf Jerry Snodgrass, Executive Director Friday, May 15, 2020 Administrator Update Ohio High School Athletic Association. Since the Ohio High School Athletic Association has NO jurisdiction over school buildings or facilities, it is recommended that you read the above orders/guidelines and apply them as your local department of health and governing school board/body would permit; making certain to follow all CDC and Dept. of Health safety guidelines.

Any additional questions regarding school facilities should be directed to your local department of health as we do not have jurisdiction with regard to

the above orders and/or changes made to those orders.

Governor DeWine’s Thursday Announcement Affecting Non-School Sports Yesterday’s announcement from the Governor’s office has created many questions for schools and all relevant parties (coaches, student-athletes and parents). While we continue to learn more and dissect the information available, we want to provide you with the most current information. Additional guidelines may become available from the Governor's office before May 26 regarding gyms, pools and other sports.

All provided guidelines will be available at: https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/porta l/gov/covid-19/responsible-restartohio/Sector-Specific-OperatingRequire ments/ Adjustment to the OHSAA’s No-Contact Period – Limited Sports Since Governor DeWine announced yesterday in his “Responsible Restart Ohio” plan that certain sports will be permitted to begin on May 26, it becomes necessary to provide school coaches the opportunities.

Effective May 26, the OHSAA’s NoContact Period will be lifted for the following sports: • Baseball* • Golf • Softball* • Swimming & Diving • Tennis • Track & Field Mandatory & Recommended guidelines for baseball and softball are found at: https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/static/resp onsible/Baseball-Softball.pdf • Note: These are not OHSAA regulations, but those created by the Governor’s office Remaining OHSAA Sponsored Sports Since the Governor has not identified which sports will fall

under the “Low/No-Contact Sports,” a decision will be forthcoming on the No-Contact Period for those remaining sports as soon as information is provided to us.

Under the current decision, all other sports have not been identified as being able to start. Please tell your other sport coaches to remain patient as we will make updates as soon as the Governor’s office provides more information on what sports will be permitted, and every intent is to align with the Governor’s orders.

Previous Approvals of Adjusted General Sport Regulations Each of the following were discussed and approved by the OHSAA’s Board of Directors: 7.5.1) Team Sports – Members of a school team’s coaching staff in the team sports of baseball, basketball, field hockey, football, ice hockey, lacrosse, soccer, softball and volleyball may coach students from their school teams from June 1 through August 31*, 2020, without restriction except that participation cannot be mandatory. *Note: The extension of these dates through August 31 is valid only for the 2020 summer period. Beginning with the 2021 summer period, the period of unrestricted coaching for interscholastic team sports coaches with their studentathletes will return to the period from June 1-July 31. a.) In the sport of football, only non-contact football is permitted. b.) See General Sports Regulation 8.2.1 for regulations pertaining to out-of-season instruction, which is different than this regulation on coaching. c.) Individual sports already had this permission of unlimited contact (non-mandatory).

Three Carrollton Warriors sign to play athletics at the next level

Carrollton’s Nick Leonard signs to play baseball at Point Park University Carrollton’s Alex Carrothers signed to wrestle at the next level for the in Pittsburgh. He is pictured with his parents Carl and Kelley Leonard and University of Mount Union. baseball coach Brian Connelly (standing).

Carrollton’s Adam Chaney just signed to play basketball at the University of Mount Union.

Davis named a 2020 Distinguished Senior at OSU Kady Davis, a 2016 graduate of Carrollton High School and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Todd (Kim) Davis of Carrollton, has been named a 2020 Distinguished Senior at The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES).

“The Distinguished Senior Award is the most prestigious undergraduate award in CFAES, recognizing the top graduating seniors from each of the academic units on the Columbus campus,” said Steven Neal, CFAES professor and associate dean for academic programs.

Davis, an animal sciences major from Carroll County, was nominated by college faculty and staff who felt that she personified the award’s attributes of academic, disciplinary, and professional excellence.

“One of the hallmarks of our college is an emphasis on student success, and it is heartwarming to see it exemplified through the accomplishments of our students,” Neal said. “Recipients are our future innovators and leaders who have already made an impact within the academic environment at this university and beyond,” he added.

Among her accomplishments at CFAES, Davis participated in study abroad programs to Nicaragua, Italy, and Ireland, trips she described as the most valuable learning experiences of her college career.

“I was able to take what I’ve learned in the classroom and apply it to a real-world setting,” Davis said. Her international experiences, she said, allowed her to “reflect on what I learned in-country to further myself as a

KADY DAVIS citizen, student and professional.”

During her college career, Davis worked part-time as a student coordinator for the Experience Ohio State for a Day visit program and also, during spring semester 2018, worked part-time as a Senate page in the Ohio Statehouse.

She was a member of the Animal Science Community Alliance, the CFAES Ambassadors student team and the Sigma Alpha professional agricultural sorority.

As Sigma Alpha’s philanthropy chair, Davis planned and organized activities such as Ag in the Community, during which chapter members taught agricultural lessons to inner-city Columbus youth, as well as benefit events for the Franklin County Dog Shelter, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio and Columbus’

Buckeye Career Center is accepting applications now for 2020-21 class The school year is coming to a close in a way no one could have imagined. It began with so much hope for success.

While the year will close on a slightly different note, Buckeye Career Center students are still achieving success while they persevere and continue to have hope for the future. The BCC staff know the graduates are prepared for the world ahead of them and their career-technical training will help get them there. Congratulations to the

class of 2020 from the Buckeye Career Center staff. The staff cannot wait to see what the graduates will achieve.

If a student is a current high school sophomore and is considering applying to Buckeye Career Center, the time is now.

Students have likely become a pro at completing forms online, so BCC invites students to complete its online application at www.BuckeyeCareerCenter. org. Programs are filling up fast and completing the online ap-

Huckleberry House for at-risk youth.

Last fall, Davis trained for and ran her first half marathon at the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon.

“Crossing the finish line with my roommate was an amazing feeling of accomplishment,” Davis said. “Several months of training had led up to that moment, and to me, there is no better feeling than working hard towards a goal and achieving it,” she said.

Also while at CFAES, Davis completed internships with Heritage Cooperative in Lisbon and the Kim Davis Insurance Agency in Waynesburg, which is owned by her mother. Upon graduation, Kady will be joining the latter company as an associate agent specializing in farm insurance.

“Kady has an energetic personality and her peers look to her for leadership,” her nominator, Maurice Eastridge, a CFAES professor of animal sciences, wrote. “She also possesses a high intellectual capacity, excellent work ethic, enjoys serving the community and is highly motivated to succeed,” Eastridge added.

An awards dinner to recognize all 25 CFAES Distinguished Seniors has been canceled due to COVID-19.

“The safety of our community is our top priority,” Neal said. “We are deeply sorry the planned celebration will not occur. The commitment and dedication of these students to their undergraduate education will still be recognized with a special award package that will be mailed later this semester.”

Carrollton FFA earns honors with fruit sale

The Carrollton FFA Chapter The top fruit sellers were Shelplication will give students an click the “APPLY NOW” but- was again named the number by Rhoades, Anissa Flanagan, immediate shot at the program ton. Scholarship opportunities one chapter for fruit sales in the Caydence Hartman-Schultz, they hope to join. are listed there, as well. state of Ohio for Florida Farm Lucy and Ty Pridemore, Carly If a person is a current high As the world continues to Bureau.

Ferren and Autumn Riggenschool senior or an adult look- change, remember that a perThrough the sales, Florida bach. ing to further his or her educa- son’s education is something Farm Bureau donated more The Carrollton FFA staff tion, consider BCC’s Adult Ed- that will always be theirs! Let than $8,000 to the Ohio FFA would like to thank all of its ucation programs. BCC offers BCC help students Discover Foundation. Carrollton FFA students and community for nine, full-time adult programs Their Passion and Prepare For sold more than $65,000 of fruit the continued support of this that would allow people to earn Their Future at Buckeye Career this year. fundraiser. industry-recognized credentials Center. for the workforce. That applicaAnyone with questions or tion has never been easier and to learn more may visit www.

Have a sports story idea? Submit your ideas! Email can now be done completely BuckeyeCareerCenter.org or Carrollton senior Nathan Blake (black singlet) holds down Joe Langdon of Claymont down to the mat in the 145-lb. us at fpssports44615@yahoo.com online! Visit BCC’s website and call 330-339-2288. sectional championship. Blake won 7-2.

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Haas earns state honors in creative writing contest WISDOM A TIME OF TROUBLE ‘But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere.

And a harvest of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace.’ James 3:17-18 It’s been said that you’ve either been in a time of trouble, going through a time of trouble or will be facing a time of trouble. Trouble can’t be avoided, but it can be handled with wisdom. You may think, “I know what I need to do during a time of trouble.” Knowledge is great, but wisdom is needed. Knowledge is the information we have about a situation, and wisdom is what we do with the knowledge we have. But there is a difference between the wisdom of the world, and Wisdom from Heaven.

WISDOM of the WORLD ‘For the wisdom of this world is folly with God.’ 1Corinthians 3:19 The kind of wisdom we don’t need during a time of trouble, or any other time, is wisdom of the world. When God speaks of ‘wisdom of the world’, He’s speaking about wisdom that comes from the world system; the system that’s guided by the evil one (1 John 5:19). This type of wisdom is wisdom that predominately is fueled by emotions, not faith, and is self-serving in a selfish sense. This is one of the reasons why the Bible warns against the love of money, which is the root of all evil. The money is not corrupt, but the motives and ways in which people can use the money can be evil.

When we operate in a system that is self-serving with selfishness as the motive, and we’re using knowledge for our situation as the world system uses knowledge, we fall into the trap of not being as useful to God and others as we otherwise could be. And during the time of trouble, it’s imperative that we have wisdom from the mind of God Himself.

WISDOM from HEAVEN We find that wisdom from Heaven is sought on a faith basis, not a feeling basis. We seek God, who is steadfast and unshakeable. Our feelings can be swayed according to the latest update of the situation. We find from James 3:17-18 that wisdom from Heaven is: - PURE: no filter, just undiluted truth from Heaven.

- PEACEABLE: it cuts through the chaos and in the midst of the storm, God’s wisdom calms us despite the trouble around us.

- GENTLE: this helps us to convey God’s solutions to others and helps us to whether unfavorable reactions.

- OPEN TO REASON: this helps us to see how we may be looking at the whole situation wrongly and teaches us to be teachable.

- FULL of MERCY and GOOD FRUITS: mercy helps us to understand (not necessarily agree with the points of others, but understand them) others and their position in the midst of trouble, and the good fruits promises us that despite the outcome, our God will make good things come out of a time of trouble.

- IMPARTIAL and SINCERE: this helps us not to seek to please people, but to serve truth and please God. As we operate in God’s wisdom in a time of trouble, know that God holds you, keeps you and works in your behalf. Jesus is the wise King.

Christ’s Blessings to you, Scott Welch Pastor of Christ Community Church Dellroy

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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 Pastor Harold Miller 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) 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. Carrollton Church of God Pastor Jarron Fry 371 Moody Ave., Carrollton Phone 330-627-4406 Sunday Worship 10:30 A.M. carrolltonchurchofgod.org

A Carroll County Christian Academy (CCCA) student is a state winner of the 2020 American Association of Christian Schools Creative Writing contest in poetry.

Katelyn Haas, a 5th grader at the CCCA and daughter of Dr. Mandal and Susan Haas, is the Ohio state winner in the elementary poetry contest, which is a national contest for elementary and junior high students who submit articles in two categories. They are Shoot Story and Poetry. The 1st, 2nd and 3rd place national winners are chosen from the top winner in each state.

Katelyn’s poem entitled “Locker Books,” is published as follows: “My locker holds things I need, Including books that give my

brain its feed School books, reading books, books of all kinds The pictures are so bright, I get pictures in my mind My Bible, my notebook, my math and language Also history that tells of past heritage Class, after class, I get what I need What my books teach me, my mind takes it to heed, My knowledge is growing, growing like a weed Penmanship, spelling and science too Science tells me about the earth and why the sky is blue Some things are gross, some things are cool, Some animals look and act like a fool These are the books my locker holds

KATELYN HAAS I use them each school day as a new day unfolds.”

Stark State plans virtual commencement Sunday, May 24 Virtual graduation ceremonies for Stark State College’s 2020 spring virtual commencement ceremony will premiere at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 24, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ starkstate and YouTube at www. youtube.com/starkstatecollege.

The virtual commencement ceremony will include messages from the president and provost, congratulations from faculty members and a list of the 724 associate degrees conferred. For personal photos, graduates can pick up their cap and gown on main campus now through May 22. For times and other details, go to www.starkstate.edu/graduation.

A virtual ceremony for certificate completers will be held at 6 p.m. May 27, also premiering on Facebook and YouTube.

Community Hospice is grateful for support of online fundraiser

By GEORGETTE HUFF FPS Contributor Some might call it a gamble; others might say it was a leap of faith.

Regardless of semantics, nobody was sure what to expect when the COVID-19 pandemic struck, forcing retail businesses, restaurants and churches to close and nearly all social, civic and academic events to be postponed or cancelled. For Community Hospice, the timing was especially difficult. Along with making procedural adjustments in caring for patients and their families, the organization upended tradition and transitioned its “Treasures of Time” fundraiser from a one-day event featur-

ing dinner served by celebrity waiters as well as live and silent auctions, to an online auction that ran April 18-25 on Cronebaugh Auction Service’s website.

According to Community Hospice’s fundraising and events coordinator, Mona Sayre, the event was a success.

“Our supporters ‘showed up’ in a big way. ... Combining their generosity, auction proceeds and celebrity servers’ tips, this year’s event raised over $22,300 to benefit Community Hospice patient care.”

Alan Furbee took top honors among the celebrity servers, who together raised over $10,000 in tips.

Sayre said, “Community Hospice is very grateful for the incredible support during these unprecedented times.

This support allows us to continue taking care of (patients) including those with no ability to pay. With these funds, we can continue to fulfill our mission to honor life by providing peace, hope and compassion for those we serve.”

This year’s sponsors were: Platinum - Adventure Harley-Davidson, Rick & Carol Hannon, Millers Rolling Acres Metal Sales LLC. Gold - Carrollton Rotary Club, Donald Slates, JMW Trucking Services, JMW Welding & Manufacturing, Rolling Ridge Angus Farms.

Silver - Bob & Trudy Sensel, Carrollton Ruritan Club, Long’s Lock-Up, Republic State Mortgage Company.

Bronze - Jeff Schmitt State Farm Agency, Bank of Magnolia, Bowerston Shale Co.,

Carroll County Golden Age Retreat, Carroll County Treasurer, Carrollton Civic Club, Consumers National Bank, Contini Insurance Agency, Cutler Real Estate, Dodds Funeral Home, Donald LeBeau, Don’s Custom Meats, Entre Nous, Gotschall-Hutchison Funeral Home, Griffith & Son Trucking, H&M Tire, Huntington National Bank, Joseph D. Sekely II Architect, LeBeau Construction & Geo-Thermal, Marlboro Supply, Richmond Concrete, RM Auto, Shingleton Contractors, Stephen C. Dowell, DDS, Inc., Summit Glove, Sure Fix Auto, Tinlin’s Print on Things, Tippy’s Hauling, Woods Grocery Store, Inc. Patron - Bruce E. Barker DDS, Curt Adams CPA, Minerva Garage Door, Clerk of Courts.

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 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. First Presbyterian Church Rev. Tim Dyck 200 N. Lisbon St., Carrollton Phone 627-4330 Church Service 10:30 A.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

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. 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 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, 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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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

DELLROY 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 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.

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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.

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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

Trinity Lutheran Church Rev. Andrew Riggs 275 N. Lisbon, Carrollton Phone 627-4840 Worship 11 A.M. Sunday School 9:45 A.M.

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.

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.

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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.

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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

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Free Press Standard | BUSINESS

KARLIE BLISSENBACH

RYAN PESHINA

ALEXANDER CARROTHERS

MICHAEL ‘ZACH’ UNTCH

Thursday, May 21, 2020

CARLY CALDWELL

MAYA BHATIA

Carroll Electric awards six scholarships Carroll Electric in Carrollton has announced the winners of this year’s Children of Members scholarships.

A total of six $1,000 scholarships were awarded to graduating high school seniors whose parents or guardians are Carroll Electric members.

Karlie Blissenbach, a 2020 graduate of Southern Local High School and daughter of Karl and Cassie Blissenbach of Lisbon, is Carroll Electric’s first place scholarship recipient.

As part of placing first in Carroll Electric’s scholarship program, Karlie competed in the Ohio’s Electric Cooperative’s statewide competition where she was awarded an additional $1,400 as an honorable mention.

Karlie plans to attend Youngstown State University and major in biology on a pre-medical tract.

Other scholarship recipients are: Ryan Peshina, a graduate of

Malvern High School and son of Doug and Jenny Peshina of Malvern. Ryan plans to attend either The Ohio State University, the University of Cincinnati or Miami University and major in electrical engineering or finance.

Alexander Carrothers, a graduate of Carrollton High School and son of Demetrius and Cindy Carrothers of Carrollton.

Carrothers plans to attend either the University of Mount Union or Ohio Northern Uni-

versity and major in mechanical engineering.

Michael “Zach” Untch, a graduate of Malvern High School and son of Mike and Joy Untch of Malvern. Untch plans to attend The Ohio State University of Newark, Youngstown State University or the University of Akron and major in mechanical engineering.

Carly Caldwell, a graduate of Conotton Valley High School and daughter of Ryan and Danielle Caldwell of Sher-

rodsville. Carly plans to attend Kent State University Tuscarawas and major in Integrated Language Arts, which will allow her to teach high school language arts.

The sixth scholarship recipient is Maya Bhatia, a graduate of GlenOak High School and daughter of Aman and Colleen Bhatia of Canton. Maya plans to attend The Ohio State University, Kent State University, Miami of Ohio University, University of Akron, Musking-

um University or the University of Cincinnati and major in nursing.

The Children of Members scholarship competition is an annual contest that encourages Ohio’s rural youth to further their education and provide them an opportunity to become more aware of careers in the rural electric program.

Carroll Electric, a Touchstone Energy Cooperative, serves over 12,400 meters in six counties, including Carroll.

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We accept all major credit & debit cards for fast, easy, convenient payment methods To place your classified ad call (330) 627-5591 or email fpsclassified@gmail.com Household Gordon’s Furniture is essential again! Come and say hello! Gordon’s Furniture, Minerva, 330868-1099. (21tfcweb) ___________________

Misc. for Sale With the Ponderosa being sold to new owners, I will have to take down my Indian paintings. If anyone would like to purchase a memorabilia piece of the old Ponderosa Indian paintings, as it once was, please let me know.

They are framed and $20/each. I only have a few left. Call Linda Krouse, 330-863-3161.

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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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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: Lee Twp. 17.5 acres, $84,900. SR 39 E to CR 66, property on Chase Rd. on the right. HARRISON CO: Archer Twp. 96 acres, open & wooded, $399,900.

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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

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Apply online at stjohnsvilla.net, call 330-627-9789 ask for Steve or stop in at 701 Crest St., Carrollton, to get an application.

Legals LEGAL NOTICE IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CARROLL COUNTY, OHIO, CARROLL COUNTY COURTHOUSE, CARROLLTON, OHIO 44615 JUDGE MICHAEL V. REPELLA II CASE NO. 2020CVE29542 PENELOPE DOMENICO AND JOHN DOMENICO, TRUSTEES OF THE DOMENICO LIVING TRUST DATED JUNE 27, 2019 Plaintiff -vsMARK A. HINER, ET AL Defendant Unknown Spouse of Mark A. Hiner, whose last known address was 9500 Chalon Road, Scio, Ohio 439889566, and whose residence and address is now unknown, shall take notice that on the 13th day of March, 2020, Penelope Domenico and John Domenico, Trustees of the Domenico Living Trust Dated June 27, 2019, file their Complaint in the Common Pleas Court of Carroll County, Carroll County Courthouse, Carrollton, Ohio 44615, in Case No. 2020CVE29542, against said party and others praying for foreclosure of a mortgage involving the following premises, to-wit: Situated in the Township of Perry, County of Carroll and State of Ohio: Known as being a 3.456 acre tract and a 5.000 acre tract, the legal description of which can be found in the County Recorder's Office, and the Preliminary Judicial Report filed in this case.

Parcels No. 28-0001292.001 and 28-0001315.003 Said premises are located at 9500 Chalon Road (5.00 acres), Scio, OH 43988-9566 and vacant land on Picador/Aster Road (3.456 acres), Scio, OH 439889566.

Said Unknown Spouse of Mark A. Hiner is required to answer on or before the 28th day following the last publication of the within notice.

Said publication shall be made in this newspaper once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks.

Phillip D. Schandel Attorney for Plaintiff 709 Courtyard Centre 116 Cleveland Avenue NW Canton, Ohio 44702

Ph. 330-456-1112 Fax 330-456-1102 Published in The Free Press Standard May 7, 14 & 21, 2020.

OEPA PUBLIC NOTICE The following matters are the subject of this public notice by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. The complete public notice, including any additional instructions for submitting comments, requesting information, a public hearing, or filing an appeal may be obtained at: http://www.epa.ohio.gov/ac tions.aspx or Hearing Clerk, Ohio EPA, 50 W. Town St., P.O. Box 1049, Columbus, Ohio 43216. Ph: 614-6443037 email: HClerk@epa.ohio.gov.

Streamlined Orders Camp Gideon Retreat Center, PO Box 313, Damascus, OH 44619 ID #: OH1042012 Date of Action: 05/11/2020 Streamlined Orders with a

$150 penalty were issued for failure to monitor drinking water for total coliform bacteria during November 2019.

Published in The Free Press Standard May 21, 2020.

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 ___________________ 2 BR, 1 BA mobile home w/storage shed in coun-

try setting located 5 minutes from town, $600/month + $300 deposit & electric. No pets.

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ASK US ABOUT MOVE-IN SPECIALS “This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer”

Office hours are Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri., 8:30-5:00.

We are closed on Wednesdays.

JOB OPPORTUNITY The Village of Carrollton is accepting applications to fill a vacant position of full-time patrolman within the Carrollton Village Police Department. Successful applicants must have the ability to maintain the public peace and enforce the ordinances of the Village of Carrollton in a professional manner. Qualified applicants must have current OPOTA Certification, possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and upon conditional job offer, have the ability to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Applications are available either on the Village website or by contacting the Village of Carrollton offices at 330-627-2411 during the hours of 7:30 a.m. through 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The starting wage of this position is $17.00 per hour and is officially posted as of May 21, 2020 with a deadline for applications to be received at the City Building no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, June 5, 2020.

BID NOTICE The Perry Township Trustees are accepting sealed bids for the purchase of product to be used as dust control on township roads.

The price should be per gallon, applied to roads. Mail bids to 208 Amsterdam Rd. SE, Scio, Ohio 43988 and marked "Dust Control". Bids will be opened June 2, 2020, at the regular meeting held at the township hall at 154 Amsterdam Rd., Scio, (Perrysville) at 6:00 p.m.

Trustees reserve the right to accept or reject any or all bids.

Perry Township Trustees Marcia Trushel Fiscal Officer Published in The Free Press Standard May 14 & 21, 2020.

Fixer-Upper Two-Story Home With Two Lots - City Sewer Hilltop View Over Village Of Sherrodsville No Zoning Conotton Valley LSD – Carroll Co. Live & Online Bidding For Real Estate Also Selling: General Household Items Selling for the daughters of the late Hannah E. Burnsworth. Absolute auction, all sells to the highest bidder on location: 38 N. Church St., Sherrodsville, OH 44675. Directions: OH 39 west of Carrollton or east of New Philadelphia. Watch for KIKO signs.

Friday – May 29, 2020 – 4:00 PM

NOTICE OF SECOND PUBLIC HEARING THE CARROLL COUNTY 2020 COMMUNITY HOUSING IMPACT AND PRESERVATION (CHIP) PROGRAM Carroll County intends to apply for the PY 2020 Community Housing Impact and Preservation Program (CHIP) competitive grant administered by Ohio Development Services Agency/Office of Community Development (ODSA/OCD).

Carroll County is eligible to apply for $400,000.00.

On Monday, March 23, 2020, at 9:30 am the first of two public hearings was held at the Carroll County Courthouse. The CHIP program was explained including how it may be used, what activities are eligible, and other program requirements.

Based on Citizen input, including local community service providers’ and local officials’ assessment of the County’s needs, Carroll County is proposing to undertake the following activities for 2020.

ACTIVITIES FUNDS FUNDING SOURCE 1. Rehabilitation Assistance - Owner Rehabilitation $232,000 HOME/CDBG 2. Repair Assistance – Owner Home Repair $120,000 CDBG /OHTF 3. Administration & Fair Housing $48,000 HOME/CDBG The second public hearing will be held for the Carroll County: Thursday, May 28, 2020, at 9:30 a.m.

Carroll County Commissioner’s Meeting Room 119 S. Lisbon Street, 2nd Floor Carrollton, Ohio 44615 This meeting will provide citizens with the opportunity to review and comment on Carroll County’s proposed CHIP application including the proposals above.

Published in The Free Press Standard May 21, 2020

Real Estate Sells At 5:00 PM Family owned since 1958. Eat-in kitchen with appliances, living room, briar-stone fireplace, family room, laundry and full bathroom. Second level four rooms, two tandem bedrooms. forced air oil furnace, updated electric. Nice yard, front and side porches. Mineral rights transfer with gas and oil potential. Near Atwood and Leesville Lakes.

Chattels: Oak upright piano – Wurlitzer elec. organ – washer – elec. dryer – upright freezer – porcelain-top table – lamp top tables – sofa – recliner – rocker – glider rocker – mirrors – metal kitchen cabinets file cabinets – small kitchen appliances skillets – child’s roll-top – misc. toys, games/books – sev. boxes records costume jewelry – heaters – afghans AUCTIONEER/REALTOR: Russell T. (Rusty) Kiko, Jr., C.A.I., 330-495-0923, rustykiko@kikocompany.com REALTOR: Melanie K. Royer, 330-831-1446, melanie@kikocompany.com AUCTION BY ORDER OF: Carol Henry & Nancy Keplinger KIKO Auctioneers (330) 455-9357 www.kikoauctions.com

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POA Barnes Auction Online Only 2016 Subaru Outback – NH TZ-18 Tractor/Mower – ‘01 Ford F150 – Wood & Power Tools – ’08 Honda 4-Wheeler Traps – Trapping Supplies – Gun Safe MF Tractor – Equipment – Reloading Equipment – Furniture – Household Robert & Diane Barnes are retiring. Absolute auction, all sells to the highest bidders online only.

Preview/Pickup location: 4100 MAYHAM RD., CARROLLTON, OH 44615 STARTS: WEDNESDAY – MAY 27, 2020 1:00 PM ENDS: WEDNESDAY – JUNE 3, 2020 1:00 PM PREVIEW: TUESDAY - MAY 26, 2020 5:00-6:00 PM PICKUP: FRIDAY – JUNE 5, 2020 3:00-5:00 PM

AUTOS – TRACTORS – 4-WHEELER – EQUIP. – TOOLS: 2016 Subaru Outback AWD 53,380 miles – 2001 Ford F150 XLT 4x4, 104k miles – 2008 Honda Rancher 4-wheeler 4x4 – Nice NH TZ-18 Diesel tractor, 3pt., 54” mower deck, 720 hrs., 1 owner – MF 50 tractor, shows 2,365 hrs.

3pt. boom - Small utility trailer – 3pt. disc Brush hog – Alum. Ramps – I.R. 60 gal. upright air com. 8hp – Stihl 250 chainsaw Delta miter saw – Belt/Disc Sander Tabletop drill press – Sockets – Hand tools DeWalt cordless tools – LP gas heaters Toolbox – Parts bins – Etc. GUN SAFE – FURNITURE – RELOADING EQ. – TRAPS & SUPPLIES: AMSEC 36 gun safe, 40” wide – Loads of traps, leg & body traps, #11 double springs, 110 conibears, #1 long springs, 1/5 coil springs, #2 coil springs, drags, snares, pelt stretchers, RCBS reloading dies – Oils Gun Cabinet – Storage Cabinets – Scopes Decoys – Ammo – Sofa – Desk – Bedroom furniture – Gas grill – Shelving – Etc. TERMS ON CHATTELS: Driver’s license or State ID required to register for bidder number. Wire Transfer, Visa or MasterCard accepted. 10% buyer’s premium on all sales. Information is believed to be accurate but not guaranteed. Multi Par auction process may be used.

AUCTION BY ORDER OF: Brett Barnes & Tammi Rice, POA for their parents Robert & Dianne Barnes AUCTIONEERS/REALTORS: George P. Kiko, 330-418-1095 or george@kikocompany.com and Colton Kiko, 330-614-2478 or coltonkiko@kikocompany.com KIKO Auctioneers (330) 455-9357 www.kikoauctions.com

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Thursday, May 21, 2020

Schedule Carrollton High School’s 2020 graduation, scheduled for this Friday, will be held differently this year.

A video of “individual” diploma presentations, photos and speeches by the Class Valedictorian Abigail Shockey and Class Salutatorian Mehgan Harsh will be broadcast on the school’s website and Facebook page beginning at 7 p.m.

The video was planned for broadcast to coincide with the actual scheduled May 22 date of the 2020 graduation when 155 seniors were scheduled to receive their diplomas.

To listen to the video, internet users should go to carrolltonhighschool and click on the appropriate website.

Carrollton’s graduation will continue with a senior parade beginning at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 23, from the Ponderosa’s parking lot on Canton Road to the high school on SR 332, south of town.

Line up begins at 10:30 a.m.

The seniors will be lead by the Carrollton Fire Department and the Carrollton Police Department will provide assistance.

The route is as follows: down Canton Road to the light at Speedway, turn left on Main Street (state Route 39) to the Square, turn right at the Square and follow state Route 332 to the new school.

The seniors will be in a vehicle by themselves or with their family.

Everyone is welcome to line up along the route to show their support of the 2020 senior class.

Other Area Graduations Conotton Valley High School will hold a drive-through Sunday, May 24, from 1 to 2 p.m. where the 32 graduates may pick up their diplomas, a senior gift, pictures and a copy of the graduation ceremony on a flash drive. An online link will be

posted on the Conotton Valley’s website and Facebook page.

Malvern High School will hold an “individual” graduation and celebration for the 54 members of the 2020 graduating class from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sunday, May 31, when seniors may walk across the stage and receive their diploma. A senior parade through the village of Malvern will begin at 6:30 p.m. the evening of May 31. A video of the virtual graduation will be posted on Facebook and the district’s website.

Minerva High School’s 134th annual commencement exercises by individual appointments by the 147 members of the senior class will be held this Thursday and Friday, May 21 and 22, when individual senior pictures will be shown while their names are being read by High School Principal Brett Yeagley.

Southern Local High School’s commencement exercises for the 74 members of the senior class will be aired Friday, May 22, at 7 p.m. on Southern Local’s YouTube Channel and via Facebook at Southern Local Schools.

Edison High School’s commencement exercises for the 180 members of the senior class will be previewed this Friday, May 22, at 7 p.m. on Edison Local’s YouTube Channel, embedded in the school’s website at edisonwildcats.org and via Facebook at Edison Local Schools.

Sandy Valley High School’s 2020 graduation for the 100 members of the senior class was held May 17 when seniors received their diplomas upon walking across the high school stage in their caps and gowns and had their pictures taken.

A DVD and video of the graduation will be added to the school’s website later (within 2 weeks), according to Sandy Valley School Supt. David Fischer.

Three CHS students also earning Honors Diplomas Names of three members of Carrollton High School’s 2020 graduating class were inadvertently omitted from the Honors Diplomas list published in last

week’s issue.

They included Shelby Whaley, Kara Williams and Michelle Zheng. Congratulations to these students.

Submitted Photo

Conotton Valley Valedictorian Carly Caldwell’s grandparents and parents were there to see Carly receive her diploma and to hear her valedictorian speech.

Conotton Valley seniors graduate individually with families watching

By NANCY SCHAAR FPS Correspondent Thirty-two members of the Conotton Valley High School class of 2020 have graduated.

But like all schools this year, administrators and teachers were a bit creative in making this goal a happy one.

Due to the COVID-19 quarantine, seniors did not have award ceremonies. They didn’t have their prom. They didn’t have a normal graduation ceremony. Technically, I suppose they didn’t even get to have “senior skip day”, although none of them were actually “in” school.

But all of the graduates in Carroll County did participate in their graduation ceremonies in truly unique ways.

At Conotton Valley, students made appointments for their solo graduation. Students did walk across the stage, pick up their diploma in cap and gown, but didn’t get the handshake from the superintendent.

The gymnasium was almost empty. Parents and grandparents stood and took lots of photos and the school recorded video of the seniors receiving their diploma.

The school then put the whole ceremony together and students will be given a copy of the entire graduation ceremony as it was spliced together.

On Sunday, May 24, 2020 graduates may drive by the entrance to the school. A staff member will come out to meet the senior and present them with a senior gift, photos, and a copy of the graduation ceremony on a flash drive.

The recorded video will be shown on the school website and will be posted on Facebook.

This year’s Conotton Valley Valedictorian is Carly R. Caldwell. Carly is the daughter of Ryan and Danielle Caldwell.

Carly will attend Kent State University at Tuscarawas Campus to earn a degree in Integrated Language Arts with plans to become a high school English teacher.

Submitted Photo

Conotton Valley Class 2020 Valedictorian Carly Caldwell presented her Valedictorian Speech to her family in an empty gymnasium. Her speech will be included in the class’ graduation video.

Carrollton teacher writes open letter to 2020 graduating class Dear Class of 2020, Forrest Gump, one of my favorite characters ever, said that “Life is like a box of chocolates - you never know what you’re gonna get.” But you already knew that, didn’t you?

Many of you were born into chaos during another of Ameri-

ca’s most challenging times - the year of 9-11. And now, here you are again. No one could have ever predicted the path that your senior year would take.

I would not presume to think that I could replace all of the events, honors, and celebrations that you worked so hard for and deserve - and yet did not receive. But what I can do is take the time to thank and honor you for your outstanding contributions both to our school and our community.

Throughout the years, your support of Akron Children’s Hospital has been nothing short of sensational - and the 20192020 school year was no exception.

FFA organized a Penny Stall and a Euchre Tournament / Square Dance, which combined raised over $2000. CHS Club sponsored Clash of the Classes, Hat Day and Teacher Jeans Day, raising $814.16. That’s over $3000 to the children of Akron Children’s Hospital on behalf of CHS. Our donations to Akron Children’s were not just monetary donations. Students belonging to Youth2Youth sold Candy Grams for Valentine’s Day and raised money to buy 45 pajamas, robes and slippers. These items were donated to “Love for Lexi,” for a little girl who wanted to celebrate her 5th birthday by giving new pajamas to fellow cancer patients at Akron Children’s. Youth2Youth hosted its 7th annual “Teddy Bear Toss” at halftime of the Minerva vs.

Carrollton Varsity Basketball game. The result was that ninety stuffed animals were delivered to Akron Children’s.

Christmas always seems to bring out the very best in all of us. It’s a time that we work together as students and staff for those in need in our commu-

nity. National Honor Society and Caring Helping Sharing Club students took all shifts for ringing the Salvation Army Bell at Tractor Supply during the Carroll County Red Kettle Campaign.

Spanish and French students collected and bagged 250 bags of candy - one for each child in the Community Christmas Program.

Girls’ Varsity and Junior Varsity Basketball Team members donated their own money and bought gifts for three individuals. Donations from Student Council, Teacher Jeans Days and Texas Roadhouse Peanut Sales at Varsity Football Games enabled CHS Club to buy Christmas gifts for 26 children in our community. Add to that the 3 students that CMS Student Council bought gifts for and that’s a total of 32 kids in our community who had a brighter holiday because of the compassion and generosity of CHS-CMS students and staff.

Each week a dedicated group of Caring Helping Sharing Club volunteers stayed after school and bagged approximately 240 bags of food for students of all ages throughout the district for the Weekend Backpack Program. These volunteers included both middle and high school students. Several seniors were deeply committed to this program, never missing even one week of service. And there were two senior boys who packed faithfully all four years.

Two senior girls proposed bi-weekly visits to the Golden Age Retreat to play cards and chat with senior citizens. This project was an overwhelming success and proved to be just as enjoyable for the students as it was for the residents.

The one event that best describes you as a class and us as

a school was the Powder Puff Football Game. We all came together as a family.

It all started when our district beat Canton Central Catholic in the Goodwill Drive to Victory. Parents, teachers and students filled the truck, and together we won $250 for the Jacob Baker Fundraiser. And that was only the beginning...

Then there was the Powder Puff Game itself. There were the girls who organized and played the game, the guys who coached and cheered for them, the administrators who refereed, all those who designed and sold Powder Puff team shirts as well as “Carrollton Rocks So Jake Can Roll” tee shirts, the Athletic Boosters who donated and helped with Concessions, those who organized, donated, bought and sold tickets for raffle baskets and 50/50 tickets, and those who announced, participated and attended.

If you were involved with this in any way, then you know - It was magical. It was inspirational. It was phenomenal. The goal had been $7000 for a new racing wheelchair for Jacob Baker.

We not only met that goal - we doubled it!!!!

I don’t know about you, but I have never been prouder to call myself a “Warrior.”

And so, dear class of 2020, I thank you for your courage, your strength and your flexibility throughout this difficult time, and for all the sacrifices that you have made. But above all, I thank you for all that you have done to make this school, this community and this world a better place.

Just remember this… there are still a lot more chocolates left to taste - so enjoy!

Best of luck and God Bless!

Love, Mrs. Belinda Mach

Congratulations to the Class of 2020 from The Free Press Standard