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Holly Waldenmyer: Reasons why your child should consider a career in construction
If you’re a parent, your children’s future is always one of your top priorities. Two major factors that influence their future are education and their eventual career, which are usually closely tied together. Acquiring knowledge and skills, and then putting them to use, is part of the process where they transition to being independent and successful adults.
As you encourage and support your child’s journey on their education and career path, it’s important to consider the full range of opportunities. One industry worthy of career exploration is residential construction. The industry is filled with talented and creative individuals who build homes that strengthen communities. Not only does a career in the industry provide a sense of personal achievement, it also provides many practical benefits, such as strong earning potential, job security and opportunities for advancement.
Taking advantage of a Career and Technical Education (CTE) will help your child gain the knowledge and skills they need to be prepared for college and careers. CTE gives purpose to learning by emphasizing real-world skills and practical knowledge within a selected career focus. According to a national survey, an overwhelming majority (94%) of parents strongly (60%) or somewhat approve (34%) of expanding access to career and vocational programs. And a majority (86%) of parents and students say they wish they could get more real world knowledge and skills during high school.
CTE leads to a variety of jobs for every skill level. Occupations such as carpenters, plumbers and HVACR technicians are in high demand. These types of jobs require individuals who have skills such as being detail-oriented and active problem solvers troubleshooting a range of challenges.
The skilled trades also offer individuals high earning potential. Individuals entering the residential construction industry have the potential to earn a great salary. The top 25% in most construction trades professions earn at least $60,000 annually. And you don’t need to follow the traditional college path to get there.
The Building Industry Association of Stark & East Central Ohio has formed a committee specifically designed to interact with students and encourage them to pursue CTE. This committee, known as “Build My Future” is dedicated to education, training and helping students obtain great careers in construction trades.
For more information on CTE or construction careers in our area, contact the BIA at 330-494-5700.
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Malone panel discussion: Is America a Christian nation, or a nation of Christians?
CANTON – Is America a Christian nation?
Last week, Malone University's Spring Worldview Forum, in conjunction with the Center for Faith & Culture, examined the question during "Christianity and the American Founding" with guest speakers, John Fea, chair of the history department at Messiah University, and Mark David Hall, the Herbert Hoover Distinguished Professor of Politics at George Fox University.
More:Malone University names Gregory Miller its 14th president
Hall pointed out that while America has been "profoundly influenced" by Christian ideals, neither the Declaration of Independence or Constitution contain specific references to the faith. Article 6 of the Constitution, in fact, specifically prohibits religious tests for people in public office.
"The answer is clearly no," he said. "America was not founded as a Christian nation."
But Fea said it's a question that does not have a definitive answer.
"Too often, the question emerges as a political question," he said. "But it's not what the Founders probably asked. I think we need to sort through why we are superimposing the question on 18th century (documents). It's a contemporary political question, but that doesn't mean religion didn't shape them."
Though they hold different views about Christianity's influence on the Founders, both historians agree that the Constitution is not a Christian document.
Hall, whose books include "Did America Have a Christian Founding? Separating Modern Myth from Historical Truth," and "America on Trial: A Defense of the Founding," noted that 98% of the colonists were Protestant Christians; 2% were Catholic; and 2,000 were Jewish, but that still doesn't put the question to rest.
"We know very little about the Founders and where their hearts lie," he said. "For instance, James Madison; it was very unclear what he believed, but it was clear he was influenced by Christian ideals."
Letter to a Synagogue
Hall also cited President George Washington's Aug. 18, 1790, letter to the Hebrew Synagogue at Newport, Rhode Island, in which he wrote in part:
"The Citizens of the United States of America have a right to applaud themselves for having given to mankind examples of an enlarged and liberal policy ... All possess alike liberty of conscience and immunities of citizenship. It is now no more that toleration is spoken of, as if it was by the indulgence of one class of people, that another enjoyed the exercise of their inherent natural rights. For happily the Government of the United States, which gives to bigotry no sanction, to persecution no assistance requires only that they who live under its protection should demean themselves as good citizens, in giving it on all occasions their effectual support."
"I don't like the language like 'Christian nation,'" Hall said. "I don't think that is at all what the Founders intended."
But Protestantism was the dominant faith, Fea said.
"I would argue that on the grounds of the culture and the way people lived, Protestantism, for the most part, was the only game in town," he said. "Do you define a Christian nation as the people in the Colonies, who were Christian? Then, of course. When the Founders talked about morality and things that were healthy for the Republic, Christianity is one of the sources they drew from."
Hall argues that none of the Founders would classify as "evangelical" in the modern sense.
"Washington kept his faith private, expressing his belief in letters," he said. "This tells us a lot about the culture. You would not get elected dogcatcher in Virginia if you didn't believe in the Virgin Birth or other Christian dogma."
Hall said that when you examine less prominent founders such as John Jay, Roger Sherman and Patrick Henry, it's clear they were orthodox Christians. He noted that while it is true that Washington, a High Church Anglican, never took Holy Communion, "It may have been because he thought so highly of it."
Fea agrees.
"Sam Adams and John Witherspoon might have felt comfortable in an evangelical church." he said. "But no evangelical church would put George Washington on its elder board. Thomas Jefferson was a skeptic who rejected Jesus' deity and the Trinity but evangelical Christians loved him because defended religious liberty."
Jefferson's secret
Both men noted that Ben Franklin made no pretense of being a Christian, John Adams considered himself a Christian but rejected the doctrine of the Trinity, and although Thomas Jefferson was baptized in the Anglican church, he rewrote the Bible, deleting Jesus' claims of deity and stories of miracles.
However, Jefferson didn't broadcast his unorthodox beliefs, and Hall said that had they been widely known prior to the 1800 presidential election, he would have lost.
"His Bible wasn't revealed until the 20th century," Fea said. "His saving grace was his strong belief in religious liberty."
Fea, author of the book, "Was America Founded as a Christian Nation?" said the Founders' quotes about faith have been misused by people across the political spectrum.
"I was particularly interested in the rise of people such as D. James Kennedy and Jerry Falwell using and cherry-picking from the past in order to promote a political agenda," he said, "The left does this too."
Examples of this, he said, are Howard Zinn's "A People's History of the United States."
"The crowd that annoys the heck out of me is academics who know better, with such arguments as most of America's Founders were Deists, or that they insisted on a wall of separation of church and state." Hall said. "Franklin, Jefferson and Adams respected traditional Christianity."
Fea and Hall said historians are ethically obligated to present history in a factual manner.
"I deliberately chose a Christian publisher," Fea said. "My book was aimed at the church because evangelicals were being deceived by really bad history."
Hall said calls by some on the Christian right to eliminate the Constitution's Establishment Clause is "A horrible idea."
"Muslims have as much right as anyone else to build mosques," he said. "Conversely, voucher programs, some of which are used at Christian schools, are not unconstitutional, as my friends on the left say."
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A laughing Hall recalled that during a debate with Andrew Seidel of the Freedom From Religion, Seidel described him as "the Zamboni of Christian nationalism."
"Simply getting history right is a contribution to historical literacy," he said.
Malone history Professor Jay Case, who served as moderator, asked the historians why they think modern Americans are fascinated with the Founders' religious beliefs.
Fea said it's a fun exercise.
"People want to have some spiritual connection with the Founders," he said. "It's interesting. But I'm not sure it tell us a whole lot about what they thought of how church influences society."
Hall said the nation's founding documents contain four references to a deity, but not a specific religion.
"You could make a a good argument that most Americans believed that all men were created equal, which is later the basis for abolition," he said. "The Founders articulated their understanding of liberty to be not doing whatever you wanted, but within the context of what was right. But the Constitution is not a Christian document."
Reach Charita at 330-580-8313 or charita.goshay@cantonrep.com. On Twitter: @cgoshayREP.
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Queen of Heaven celebrates Mass for Ukraine, Russia
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Parishioners at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church in Green recently took part in a Consecrated Mass that paid tribute to Ukraine and Russia. During the Mass, the Rev. David Durkee, pastor of Queen of Heaven, blessed an icon of Our Lady of Perpetual Help. The Mass was in celebrated in conjunction with Pope Francis' Consecrated Mass. The icon was created by Leda Dobvish Kendig, a Queen of Heaven Catholic Church parishioner.
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Commentary: Vietnam War veteran appreciates 'Welcome home' ceremony
It’s been more than 52 years since I returned home from Vietnam.
On Sunday, March 27, I was among several hundred fellow veterans who finally got a true "welcome home" in a special ceremony at Massillon Washington High School.
It didn’t take long after my arrival at the Tan Son Nhut Air Base at the age of 19 for me to realize that, if I did return home, I could never cry again.
I almost did when I received a small bag of souvenirs as I left the ceremony. On that paper bag, a young schoolchild had created a replica of our red, white and blue American flag. Upon one of the white stripes, the message, "good job soldier," was printed above a little smiley face.
Young and old and in between, so many people contributed to making this Vietnam War Veterans Day ceremony, which was organized by the Stark County Veterans Service Commission, a true "welcome home."
Ours was not a popular war. Two-thirds of the American men of draft age during the Vietnam era, many of them with college deferments, some with wives and children, a select few with medical exemptions such as bone spurs, did not serve in the military. Of the 9 million who did serve, just 2.6 million of us stepped into the Vietnam quagmire.
Like U.S. Army veteran Ulysses Kendall, one of the honorary speakers at the Stark County ceremony, I was among those who volunteered to serve our country in Vietnam.
More than 58,000 of our brothers-in-arms did not come home from that war. In 1968, the year of the infamous Tet Offensive, nearly 16,600 Americans died in Vietnam, an average of 44 each and every day. In 1969, my year, the second deadliest, more than 11,000 Americans were killed there, more than 30 on an average day.
After 13 courageous Americans were killed during the Afghanistan evacuation last August, the political dividers, few of whom ever served in the military themselves, went ballistic.
There was plenty of political opposition to the Vietnam War. Many of the anti-war protesters just wanted to end the killing and bring us home. There were those, however, who welcomed us home by calling us baby killers. It happened to me once, and it haunts me to this day.
To this day, there also are those who say that a veteran like John McCain, who put his life on the line every time he was catapulted from aircraft carriers to make bombing runs over North Vietnam and then survived 5½ years of brutal torture as a prisoner of war, was no hero.
I am not alone in reflecting on the fact that my father was the only World War II veteran who ever welcomed me home. That is why Vietnam Veterans of America, members of which participated in the Stark County ceremony, adopted as its founding principle: "Never again will one generation of veterans abandon another."
When men and women currently in uniform thanked me for my service as I arrived at the ceremony, of course, I thanked them for theirs.
With the war-mongering turmoil that seeks to undermine democracy and tear our world apart today, I pray for the barely 0.5% of the American population who serve our country in the military today.
History, as we know, is easily forgotten. Few people remember that the Soviet Union poured hundreds of millions of rubles — when they were worth something — and provided more than three-quarters of the military equipment employed by the Vietnamese communists to kill my American brothers.
I don’t believe for a minute that the Kremlin of Russia today is far removed from the Kremlin of the Soviet Union back then.
There is no doubt in my mind that the Vietnam veterans who stood up to the Soviet Union back then would stand up to Russia today.
Thank you to the many supporters who recognized that in welcoming us home on March 27.
Dave Lange is a Malvern resident, Vietnam veteran, author of the book, "Virginity Lost in Vietnam," and a member of the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame.
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President's Message: Protecting your home from water damage
Water is necessary for life, as we all know. It’s in what we drink, what we eat, and the products we use.
However, when it comes to your home's foundation, it is detrimental. It enters from both the inside and outside of a home, potentially destroying the foundation. It not only makes a big mess but can cause thousands of dollars to fix if left unaddressed. Therefore, both homeowners and homebuyers need to keep their eyes open to potential and existing water issues and or damage. Fortunately, there are plenty of experts around to help identify and help fix these kinds of problems.
Experts say homeowners should start by doing everything possible to divert water away from their foundation. First, check the slope of your property to make sure it is not directing water toward your home, but rather away from it. This will minimize water getting in through cracks and openings in the foundation walls. Get an experts advice on how to do this properly and effectively.
Second, check your gutters and downspouts to see that they are installed properly. Gutters and downspouts should carry the water away from the house, preferably six feet away or more. It's also essential to keep gutters and downspouts clean and debris-free.
Another important way to remove water away from your foundation is to have your basement waterproofed. An interior basement waterproofing system manages water under your floor by removing groundwater before it reaches your basement floor. Water is pumped out via a sump pump and expelled to your storm sewer. Some companies will tie your downspouts into the same drainage system, ensuring that water from your roof is carried away from your foundation.
Environmental issues can cause water issues for your foundation. When it comes to plants, shrubs and trees, remember they grow toward water. If they are near a structure, they can destabilize it and penetrate the foundation.
For trees and shrubs around your home, check to ensure that sewer and plumbing lines are intact, as roots love to grow through pipes. Roots also can penetrate foundation walls, creating cracks for water to get in. If a shrub or tree becomes too much of an issue, they should be removed. According to experts, winter is the best time to remove trees and shrubbery as they are dormant.
As a homeowner and as a homebuyer, you must do your due diligence in checking for signs of water damage, no matter how small.
The rule of thumb for water damage is that visual clues usually appear before structural problems.
For example, one of the first signs of damage can be cracks in the interior walls of the home and basement foundation. As we all know, over time, a house settles, which may cause some cracks to develop not only in your foundation but also in the first-floor interior walls.
Cracks may indicate something is wrong. It could be that your foundation is sagging and in need of underpinning. However, hairline cracks are common and not usually a cause for concern. But if cracks are at least a quarter-inch in width and V-shaped, there may be pressure on an exterior wall.
At this point, you should consult a professional on a fix for the issue. Another clue of damage is a musty, mildew smell that can indicate the presence of mold. You will have to look a bit harder for finished basements for signs of water damage.
For instance, for painted walls, a rust color will show through the paint when there is moisture in the wall or a white powder that is left behind by water containing minerals. Lastly, if your floors used to be level but now are at a slant, you may need a structural engineer to fix the issue.
In conclusion, prevention and catching small issues early are the key to keeping your house free of water damage.
Marlin Palich is president of Stark Trumbull Area Realtors, which serves Stark, Carroll and Trumbull counties. Visit www.star.realtor for a complete listing of Realtors and affiliate members. If you have any questions or comments on this article, contact Cosgrove at president@star.realtor.
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Meet Canton Repository food and entertainment writer Ed Balint
Growing up in the Wooster area, Ed Balint fondly recalls boyhood trips to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Heggy's Nut Shop and Mellett Mall in Canton.
His post-college jobs included stints at newspapers in East Central Indiana and Sandusky before arriving at The Canton Repository in the summer of 1999.
Last year, Balint's newspaper beat took a wild swing — from covering murder trials and other hard news to writing about rock stars, local artists and the best local restaurants as he shifted from being the court reporter to the food and entertainment writer.
Why I became a journalist?
The first thing I wanted to be was an astronaut. Newspaper reporter was second, but an aversion to complicated mathematics kept me on Earth.
I remember kneeling on a chair in my father's office, pecking away at his manual Remington typewriter as a young boy and producing a makeshift version of a newspaper front page.
Working for high school and college newspapers, I discovered a passion for storytelling, a curiosity for the world around me, the fundamental need for a government watchdog, and a fascination with the mysterious and unexplained.
What I like most about my job?
Meeting and talking with people who are far more interesting, inspiring and accomplished than me, and living through them vicariously while sharing their stories.
My favorite story or stories I've worked on
The most rewarding was a series of articles about the most serious juvenile criminal offenders in the small rural Indiana county where I first worked as a reporter in the mid-1990s. Months of research and behind-the-scenes reporting went into the project, from riding in the back of a police cruiser with a sobbing teenager headed for lockup to combing through courthouse records and tabulating statistics with a ballpoint pen and legal pad.
And I've gladly earned a reputation as The Repository's crackpot reporter: Walking the darkened woods in search of Bigfoot; exploring Canton's connection to the alleged Roswell UFO crash; a Canton man who tried escape from Alcatraz prison; and the lost gold of Minerva among them.
The biggest challenge I face
Stories that never get told, the ones that get away, because there aren't enough hours in the day to tell them all.
Why I love music
Music memories begin in boyhood when I flipped through the vinyl albums of my older brothers — Kiss, Foghat, Bruce Springsteen, Neil Young, Judas Priest, New Order, Men Without Hats, Brian Eno, The Psychedelic Furs.
Music has been there for me ever since. When I'm happy, sad, lost, searching. And it's wonderfully nostalgic, dating periods of my life, recreating moments in my head. Sometimes I even sing in front of a mirror, pretending to be a rock star.
My favorite rock bands and musicians
Nirvana and all things Seattle grunge. R.E.M., Pearl Jam, The Black Keys, Wolf Alice, Van Halen, Guns N' Roses, Buffalo Tom, The Vindys.
Do I know how to cook?
Not really, unless HelloFresh meal kits count. But I know how to eat.
What I like to do when I'm not working
In the winter, it's snowboarding. And I love nature — hiking, biking, camping. Other favorites include roadside diners, bygone architecture, country churches, forgotten cemeteries.
And I'm fascinated with space travel, especially the Apollo-era moon missions. Sometimes, I even drift to sleep while listening to radio transmissions from the golden era of NASA.
My perfect day
A road trip on the Lincoln Highway while listening to favorite music. Tires humming over pavement under sunny skies. Random destinations, historic sites and mom-and-pop restaurants waiting in the miles ahead.
Coolest dude ever and the superhero of my childhood
Evel Knievel
How to reach me
You may reach me at 330-580-8315 or ebalint@gannett.com. On Twitter at @ebalintREP.
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Stark County real estate transfers March 5-11
Alliance
Beaber Daniel R from Caywood Karen M, 1448 Wade Ave, $75,500.
Dennis Chris & Meyers Nick from Albert Suzanne K, 2467 S Linden Ave, $66,000.
Directed Trust Company FBO from Daves Amber, 1815 S Freedom Ave, $64,000.
Directed Trust Company FBO from Daves Amber, parcel 107336 Freedom Ave S, $64,000.
East Ohio Properties LLC from Northview Properties LLC, parcel 113885 Northview Ave, $50,000.
Frauenberger Bethany Nicole from Johnson Mark A & Rainieri Christopher, parcel 7700840 Johnson Ave NE, $76,000.
Gray Dylan S from Gum Geral Preston Jr & Woods Amanda, 1015 Fairfield Rd, $87,500.
Haq Properties LLC from Equity Trust Company, 974 Madison Ave, $54,000.
Iml Containers Ohio Inc from Alliance Commerce Park LLC, parcel 10014597 Freshley Ave NE, $836,880.
JCJC Property Management LLC from South Linden LLC, 144 S Linden Ave, $100,000.
Mayle Daniel J from Proctor Marvin H & Sandra J, 960 Jefferson Ave, $55,000.
Morris Elgin from Rowe Jessica Lynn, 750 Auld St, $42,900.
Summers Raymond & Yoho-Summers Kay Ann from Hershberger Melvin J Trustee, 805 Devine St, $54,000.
Swantek Yancie Lee & West Sherry from Adventure Property Investments, 544 W Harrison St, $46,000.
Bethlehem Township
Campbell Bradley & Andrea from Adams Jason & Jessica, parcel 1100755 Swahali Trl SW, $13,000.
Finley Tyler M from Gingerich Dannie, 5813 Brinker St SW, $170,000.
Mccartney Wilbur & Carmel from Dickey Robert K & Sharon F, parcel 1100198 Safari Trl, $23,000.
Miller Marty J & Byler Andrew from Agnes James G, 116 Basin St NW, $51,700.
Miller Marty J & Byler Andrew from Renner Timothy Etal, parcel 1200519 Canal St E, $51,700.
Miller Marty J & Byler Andrew from Renner Timothy, 8450 Hudson Dr SW, $51,700.
Miller Marty J & Byler Andrew from Renner Timothy, parcel 1200297 Canal St E, $51,700.
Zook Noah D & Susan T from Hershberger Dannie E & Lovina D, parcel 10015048 Dolphin St SW, $92,690.
Canal Fulton
Flory Chad R & Robert W & Darla J & from Bosley Jerry A, 189 Skyview St NW, $160,600.
Kittinger Charissa M from Decker Rebecca A, 773 Sandlewood Dr, $167,500.
Murphy John H & Susan from Schauer Roberta L & William T Ttees, 921 Cabot Dr, $315,000.
NVR Inc D/B/A Ryan Homes from Schalmo Properties Inc, parcel 10013926 Bonita Cir SE, $29,500.
Shaw Barrie & Anita & Cheche Michael from Stalnaker Richard G & Sharon A, 958 Cabot Dr, $220,000.
Short Bruce Richard & Sharon Warkentin from Schalmo Properties Inc, 924 Cabot Dr, $285,900.
Wilder Mary B from Bowman Cheryl L, 426 Riverview St, $185,000.
Canton
Adcp LP from Golden Dana R, 1134 Bellflower Ave SW, $65,000.
Adolph Andrew M & Hartong Chandler from Harris Cortni L, 4204 Norman Ave NW, $195,000.
Ajanel Tomas Lopez & Hernandez Sanfa from Revision Homebuyers LLC, 2318 6th St NW, $48,000.
Alexander Pierce Construction LLC from CT&B Property Holdings LLC, 221 Market Ave N, $320,000.
Avon Angela M from Gay Scott E Jr, 2232 Geltz CT NW, $42,000.
Baxter Tracy L from Secretary of Housing and Urban, 1201 18th St NW, $52,300.
Bills Joseph M from Filliez Steve, 1229 High Ave SW, $20,000.
Changet Nick T from Shorie John P Jr, 1212 Buena Vista St NE, $190,000.
Clark-Johnson Robin from Shorie John P Jr, parcel 230665 3rd St SE, $3,000.
Clifford Floyd George from Pinis Thomas P, 908 Rose CT NW, $16,000.
Corl Harry IV from Frangias Nick, 431 Montabella PL NW, $320,000.
Daugherty Crystal from Tungsten Investment Property’s LLC, 205 Park Ave NW, $3,500.
Ddialogue & Discourse Media from Dynamic Point Properties LLC, 3839 Fairmount BLVD NE, $30,000.
Ddialogue & Discourse Media from Dynamic Point Properties LLC, parcel 202212 Gilbert Ave NE, $30,000.
Gordon Eugene W Jr & Tabitha A from Gross Beverly, 365 49th St NW, $289,000.
Groom Gary & Jessica from Filliez Steve, 1648 Ohio Ave NE, $24,000.
Harig Rebecca F from Hight Dylan L, 1223 22nd St NE, $106,400.
Haynes Andrew from Pittson Properties LLC, 2800 6th St SW, $30,000.
Hernandez Ana M & Feliciano from Jlba Holdings LLC, 1145 7th St NW, $72,500.
Hernandez Ana M & Feliciano from Jlba Holdings LLC, 709 Gilmore Ave NW, $72,500.
Huntington National Bank from Jewell Moshalai v, 3517 12th St SW, $60,000.
Iraheta LLC from Molla Michael A Estate, 2215 Morris Ave NE, $67,100.
Itts Robert & Hosner’s Properties LLC from Itts Robert & Oyer Jay Howard Ttee, 305 Schroyer Ave SW, $210,000.
Jochem Barbara & Smith Ashley from Dechiara David A, 1115 2nd St NW, $33,454.
King Melanie from Bowman James, 713 Marion Ave SW, $16,600.
Macclennan Peter R & Elizabeth M Ttees from Dahmer Gilbert L Jr, 2820 13th St NW, $50,000.
Mccauley Denzil & Debra from US Bank Trust National Association, 3317 Fairmount BLVD NE, $105,000.
Miller Toreka from Bischoff Theodore Esr & Marvelene, 3143 12th St NW, $102,000.
Nason Megan from Swogger Michael, 1210 Rowland Ave NE, $60,000.
Overdorff Nina Katherine & Jacob from Waltz Robert T & Kelli K, 318 22nd St NW, $328,500.
Scheibe Cody Tyler & Coen Amanda Maryann from Mcnenny Minh, 1225 41st St NW, $174,999.
SFR3-050 LLC from Ez Living Properties IV LLC, 918 Troy PL NW, $95,923.
SFR3-050 LLC from Ez Living Propeties IV Inc, 809 Harriet Ave NW, $95,923.
SFR3-060 LLC from Esek Ventures LLC, 1215 Auburn PL NW, $43,000.
Travis Asharae from Gordon Satyn L, 715 Harriet Ave NW, $1,000.
Canton Township
Davis James L from Casto Alan D Trustee, 500 Trump Ave NE, $133,500.
Embrace Homes Loans Inc from Vance Mark T & Christine R, 2719 Shepler Church Ave SW, $100,000.
Hren Victor & Corrin Sheryl L from Corrin Roberta J Trust & Corrin Sheryl L, 1482 Coty Dr SW, $96,000.
Hren Victor from Hren Victor & Corrin Sheryl L, 1482 Coty Dr SW, $96,000.
Kendall Matthew D from Vaitsis Bill, 2354 Holt St SE, $15,000.
Kendall Matthew D from Vaitsis Bill, 2359 Holt St SE, $15,000.
Kinback Samantha Rae from Kinback Christopher F & Tiffany Dawn, 3224 3rd St SE, $60,000.
MFH Enterprises LLC from Sloan Ronald D Trustee / Ronald D Sloan Revocable Living Trust, 3611 Cleveland Ave SW, $500,000.
MFH Enterprises LLC from Sloan Ronald D Trustee / Ronald D Sloan Revocable Living Trust, parcel 1306548 Carnwise St SW, $500,000.
Nail William Lee from Noble Gayle E, 1315 Broad Ave NW, $137,000.
Rohrig Kimberly M from Hood James A & Rohrig Kimberly M, 2553 17th St SE, $30,000.
Strebel Scott A & Jennifer G from Domer Thomas E, 1730 Baum St SE, $160,000.
Thompson Charles P & Susan T Ttees from Strebel Scott A & Jennifer G, 1533 Baycrest Dr NW, $224,900.
Jackson Township
Bradford Frederick J & Eloise K from Klotz Leona Kathleen Aka Leona K, 5080 Limerick Ave NW, $191,000.
Dickerson James M & Bliss from Stinson Marcia E, 2886 Wickford Ave NW, $390,000.
Immel Zachary J from R Mccarty Rentals LLC, 5979 Lawnview St NW, $187,500.
Lahmers Melvin E & Molly J from Houser Patricia A Etal, 804 Concord St NW, $200,000.
Lantz Chad M & Christyn J from Wilder Mary B, 6825 Chippewa Ave NW, $270,400.
Mccracken Larry & Angela from Calevski David & Laura, 5790 Courtland Ave NW, $229,500.
MS Rabbit LLC from Easterday’s Floral & Gift Shop Inc, 5720 Hills and Dales Rd NW, $360,000.
Reese Ethan & Emily from Rogers Jess A & Lanessa L, 8960 Gladys St NW, $272,000.
Rosario Victor M & Fernandez Zenobia from Ferrante Christian Bernard, 2801 Brighton Cir NW, $300,000.
Stover Anthony from Crum Richard & Dawn, 4541 Erie Ave N, $76,900.
Waltz Kellie & Robert Timothy from Westfall Braden S &Rachel L, 8345 Athens Ave NW, $365,000.
Zyla Richard D Ttee from Deville Hills & Dales LLC, 3561 Red Tail Cir NW 7a, $349,775.
Lake Township
BG Custom Homes Inc from Buckeye Land Acquisition LLC, 12510 Class Ave NW, $52,900.
Big Top Properties LLC from Walther Jan D & Sharon, 3804 Timberview St NW, $410,000.
Drake Benjamin & Beougher Denise from Lee Michelle A, 13675 Cleveland Ave #43, $20,000.
King Timothy R & Stacy L from Frost Jack E, 1945 Lake Center St NW, $150,000.
MPC Investments LLC from Shearer Cameron D & Graber Rachel K, 310 Belle Ave SW, $205,000.
Reese Kristina Ann & Ryan Phillip from Weiner Peter, 2813 Carrington St NW, $439,900.
Zeke Properties LLC from Essig Donna J, 9362 Kent Ave NE, $70,000.
Lawrence Township
Herren Jessica L & Luke J from Lorentz Daniel W & Lisa K, 8330 Leaver Ave NW, $193,000.
Martin Jeremy A & Maria S & from Stuffelbeam Mary E & Mark W, 11336 Forty Corners Rd NW, $175,000.
Martin Jeremy A & Maria S from Martin Jeremy A & Maria S &, 11336 Forty Corners Rd NW, $175,000.
Lexington Township
Forster Wayne P & Sandra L from Passerin Forrest T TTEE/FAP Family Trust, 14459 Sturbridge St NE, $159,500.
Fulton Alexander S from Passerin Forrest T TTEE/FAP Family Trust, 14441 Sturbridge Rd NE, $149,900.
Louisville
2321 Energy Drive Louisville LLC from Groffre Investments, 3588 Beck Ave SW, $2,200,000.
Clark Marilyn J & John C from Saba Mary C, 722 Frana Clara St, $229,000.
Gibbs Matthew W & Tara L from Ihb Atlantic Ventures LLC, 602 Edwards St, $158,000.
Mccauley Kimberly from Shank Donald A & Linda M, 1401 South St, $152,500.
Rademacher Austin M & Angela J from Hornick Steven A & Kimberly K, 814 Crosswyck Cir, $286,000.
Marlboro Township
Mcmillen Richard & Vanryswyk Chelsea L from May Monna, 8879 St Peters Church Rd, $141,900.
Miller Justin & Morgan from Hart Rich & Cathy, parcel 10013054 Immel Ave NE, $66,000.
Rhome Brian E & Rhome Laura A from Bauman John A & Nancy K Ttees, 8855 State St NE, $440,563.
Massillon
Beans Robert P & Brenda from Cozzo Kathy, 1365 Benson St SW, $305,000.
Berbari Lauren K & Emily K from Willoughby Christopher A & Candi R, 941 Lincoln Way W, $87,000.
C A from Monsell Frederick G, 1015 Oakwood Ave NE, $124,500.
Coffman Thomas A & Lora D from White Jack L, 1511 Walnut Rd SW, $50,000.
Dickey James from Lautzenheiser Barbara R Trustee of the B, 1913 Lincoln Way W, $109,000.
Dodds Sebastian & Caila from Clark Lora P, 1407 Springhaven Cir NE, $260,000.
Driver Tyler from Carpenter Ronald L & Jodie L, 735 3rd St NE, $86,000.
Elm View Acres LLC from Rohr Valley Properties LLC, parcel 10005433 St Luke St NW, $1,375,160.
Fry Robert from Huntington National Bank, 411 Korman Ave NE, $71,000.
Griffin Tiffany C & Childs Hunter J from Fishburn Rachael A, 229 22nd St SE, $130,000.
Harding Jessica S & Mamidi Sekhar from Dowd Joyce B, 1341 Pebble Chase Cir NE, $247,500.
Henderson Arthur from Williams Julie, 323 9th St SW, $72,100.
Irwin Jason R from Whaley Shirley L, 231 8th St NE, $140,000.
K Hovnanian at Country View Estates LLC from Partner Land Company LLC, parcel 10014523 23rd St SW, $110,000.
Kansas Curry LLC from Cherry Springs Condos LLC, 1031 Queen Anne Dr NW Condo 1031, $263,900.
Keefer Crystal & Kris from Mcclay Joshua C, 931 Duncan St SW, $35,000.
Maxheimer David E & Lavonna R from Henning Pamela J, 414 Monroe St NW, $94,900.
Mcclintock Brooke from Green Lisa A, 216 Lewis PL NE, $122,000.
Mifflin Alexander from PJ Mit Homes LLC, 617 Guy St NW, $79,500.
Miller Jeri & Eric Howard from Reality Renovations LLC, 1161 Bradford Rd NE, $340,000.
Mitchell Joshua J from 816 Group LLC, 512 27th St SE, $112,000.
Passwaters Zachary & Sarah from Turkal Julia A Trustee of the Carl M &, 511 Grosvenor Dr NW, $156,000.
Rhodes Samantha N from Smith Kevin C, 1316 Kracker St NW, $53,000.
Starns Jaime L from Fichter Tracy & Mccarthy Thomas D, 2424 Wendling Ave NW, $150,000.
White Mark G & Brittany from Smith Development Corporation, 2170 Championship Cir SE, $549,900.
Nimishillen Township
Best Richard L & Judy K from Shiltz Barbara J & Thomas Margaret, 7455 Gayview St, $118,000.
Best Richard L & Judy K from Shiltz Barbara J & Thomas Margaret, parcel 3304975 Gayview St NE, $118,000.
Guidone Cory T & Krysten E from Pugh Ralph D & Helen C, 7967 Columbus Rd, $175,000.
Guidone Cory T & Krysten E from Pugh Ralph D & Helen C, parcel 3304940 Columbus Rd NE, $175,000.
North Canton
Harris Adam G from Harris Adam G, parcel 9201621 Milton St NW, $11,000.
Maglothin Linda Sue & Jennifer from the Diane Lois Basso Irrevocable Trust, 402 10th St NE, $180,000.
Stewardship Properties LLC from Cutler Jay L Trustee, 955 Foster Ave SE, $272,500.
Tehan Peter T & Katherine M from Casey John P & Valerie J, 503 Mckinley Ave SE, $165,000.
Williams Samantha from Stratosphere Investments LLC, 234 Summit St SE, $178,000.
Osnaburg Township
Esposito Nancy L from Moretta Vicki, 5931 Crestlawn Dr SE, $642,000.
Labara Jon J from Garman William Charles, 221 Ranowsky CT N, $105,000.
Mohr Michael T & Renee L from Mohr Michael T, 6149 Crestlawn Dr SE, $70,000.
Your Forever Home LLC from Moretta Vicki, parcel 10015063 Crestlawn Dr SE, $133,076.
Perry Township
Albrecht Shawn J & Martha J from Davis Mitchell J, 4613 14th St NW, $105,000.
Allomong C Dean & Patricia E from NVR Inc D/B/A Ryan Homes, 6943 Gauntlet St SW, $234,575.
Baxter Roger from Stutler Matthew, 1308 Manor Ave SW, $82,500.
Chirumbolo Anthony from Woolbert Kenneth W Jr, 1806 Carriage Hill St NW, $135,500.
Galentine Garrett L from Malinajdovski Aleksander S, 443 Jackson Ave NW, $124,900.
Graybill Ralph L III from Gillispie Duane P, 1822 Stonehenge Ave NW, $124,300.
Harry David from Livengood Rebecca Trustee, 322 Wrexham Ave SW, $137,000.
Hartman Hanna E from Talafous Cassandra Virginia, 4821 14th St NW, $185,000.
Lane Robert Elton IV & Brittany from NVR Inc., A Virginia Corporation, DBA, 6104 Lavenham Rd SW, $301,485.
Macri Greggory J from Frasier Brothers LLC & East Caitlin, 5200 Charm St SW, $166,000.
Nelson Dawn & Laconca Vonnie from Bailey Terri L, 311 Bernower Ave SW #11, $1,000.
Property 31 LLC from BG Custom Homes, Inc, 2483 Delaware Ave SW, $33,400.
Property 31 LLC from BG Custom Homes, parcel 4319264 Perry Dr SW, $33,400.
Ratliff Cathy L from Henriques Matthew J, 319 Mohawk Ave NW, $191,000.
Rogers Matt A from Rogers Jess A & Lanessa L & Rogers Matt, 2405 Hankins Rd NW, $65,700.
Pike Township
Tippet Deon J from Whitmer Erik, 5723 Joleda Dr SW, $67,300.
Plain Township
4004 Royal Ave LLC from Walton Joy E, 4004 Royal Ave NE, $75,000.
Archer Jessica B & Aaron C from Swartz William Jeffrey & Kenneth B &, 2636 Orchard Park St NW, $254,900.
Barkley Jennifer M from Quinn Ashley A, 5215 Glenhill Ave NE, $225,000.
Chance Robert D & Anne M from Swank Ross A & Denise M, 1906 Timberlane St NE, $98,500.
Eckard Joseph & Cierra from Corrick Timothy & Trey, 2722 Maxine Ave NE, $72,000.
Generation 3 Properties LLC from Stevens Colene Ttee, 2739 Fulton Dr NW, $265,000.
Hayward Daniel H & Lada D from Robbins Eleanor & Charles, 6107 Wiclif Rd NE, $238,000.
J&J Commercial Real Estate LLC from Holder William Scott & David E & Cline, 1559 E Maple St NW, $185,000.
Lowmiller Amy C & Michael from Brahler Valerie, 6747 Kirby Ave NE, $172,000.
May Jenna from Phillips Brianna, 4107 28th St NE, $3,000.
Miller Clayton J from Homerun Properties, LLC, 2437 43rd St NW, $105,000.
Newton Charles from Filla Adam L, 1116 Spangler St NE, $145,000.
Serna Roberto Jesus & Mary Catherine from Snowden Julie Watson, 2211 47th St NE, $150,000.
Tyson Bradley R & Marjorie L from Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio, 3524 Martindale Rd NE, $150,000.
Vorderman Erin from Mast Jonathan I, 923 Milford St NE, $95,000.
Waikem Jacqueline Kreuzer & Weigand from NVR Inc D/B/A Ryan Homes, 1216 Southbrook Cir NE, $446,465.
Walker Richard G & Naydine B from Walters Michael D &Rebecca J, 2475 Beechmoor Dr NW, $269,900.
Warman Eric D from Lopez Ryan J & Linda, 1030 Dell Cir NW, $145,100.
Whorten Melanie & Eric from Curl Christopher J & Rodelyn, 4253 20th St NW, $200,000.
Wran LLC from Stevens Jennifer L, 3622 Werner Church Rd NE, $122,000.
Yendluri Srikanth Lakshmana from Lehman Peter A & Paige M, 2025 Longfellow St NE, $317,000.
Sandy Township
Jre Homes LLC from Miller Michael D & Susan J, 163 N Main St, $45,000.
Sugarcreek Township
Alleshouse Shawn from Alexander Victor Jr, 11710 Dartmont St SW, $115,000.
Chaplin Harry Jr Trustee from Neff Victor L, 134 Harmon Ave NE, $24,000.
Lambert Donald F II from Lambert Marsha K, 124 N Church Ave, $100,000.
Miller Marlin W from Miller Norman A, 207 2nd Ave NE, $159,500.
Tausch Kimberly A from Gaut Tasha, 10585 Navarre Rd SW, $170,000.
Tuscarawas Township
Baum Eric A & Ginger S from Zimmerman Theresa M, 2615 Parkbrook Ave NW, $118,000.
Elm View Acres LLC from Rohr Valley Properties LLC, parcel 7206929 Kenyon Ave SW, $1,375,160.
Iams Justin M & Tiffany J from Blaumeiser Alice K, parcel 7201536 Edward Ave SW, $10,000.
Matheny Nicholas R & Colleen R from Benson Samuel S, 1717 Beaumont Ave NW, $133,000.
Washington Township
Faverty Carrie from Sorge Barbara M & Rohrer Roberta L, 2406 Beechwood Ave NE, $130,000.
Kepp Susan from Scullion Gregory D & Jessica L, parcel 8500070 Queensbury Rd, $40,000.
Salaski Ronald L from Salaski Ronald L, 6271 Union Ave NE, $5,000.
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Election 2022: Sebring voters face road levy in May
SEBRING – Voters will face a road levy on the primary ballot.
The village placed an additional 1.5-mill levy on the May 3 ballot. Mayor James Harp said funds accumulated through the levy would help support paving projects in Sebring.
"It would generate about $80,000 a year," Village Manager Jack Haney said. "Eighty thousand a year is not a mile. It's about $120,000 to $150,000 per mile just to overlay ... But that goes a long way in town, and it would help us try to catch up."
The issue would run for five years.
The money would enable Sebring to pave roughly a half-mile of road per year. The funds would be used exclusively for road paving projects, Haney said, and would not pay for administration or salaries.
"It will all be visible to the public," he said.
Village officials want to make improvements to Sebring's roads, but do not have the materials and equipment necessary for these projects, Haney said. The levy would give Sebring the ability to start work on the roads.
Haney added that Sebring plans to apply for federal funding to help with paving projects on Ohio Avenue and part of Johnson Road in the "next year or so."
Harp said the work on Johnson Road possibly could be a joint effort with Mahoning County.
Reach Paige at 330-580-8577 or pmbennett@gannett.com, or on Twitter at @paigembenn.
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Area college: Walsh women's basketball player Sha Carter named to two All-American teams
Sha Carter can add two more All-American awards to her Walsh women's basketball resume.
Carter earned first team honors on the Division II Conference Commissioner's Association All-American Team. She also was an honorable mention selection on the Women's Basketball Coaches Association All-American Team.
This past season, Carter averaged 18.9 points and 8.8 rebounds on her way to becoming Great Midwest Athletic Conference Player of the Year. The 6-foot guard became the Cavaliers' career scoring leader with 2,116 points.
Carter helped lead Walsh to the round of 16 in the NCAA Division II Tournament for the first time.
Groff named NCCAA All-American
Malone guard Holly Groff is a first team selection on the National Christian College Athletic Association Women's Basketball All-American Team.
Groff led the Pioneers in scoring at 14.4 points a game. She scored a season-high 32 points in Malone's opening win over Indianapolis and 30 in her final game against Kentucky Wesleyan.
More:Area college: Mount Union wrestler Jordin James becomes a two-time national champion
Conference players of the week
G-MAC
Emma Bobey
Walsh, senior
Softball Player of the Week
• Went 10-for-15 with four doubles and six RBIs in four games.
• Had a .933 slugging percentage, two three-hit games and a four-hit game.
Jensen Miller
Malone, junior
Softball Pitcher of the Week
• Went 2-1 with three complete games and a 1.02 ERA over 20.2 innings.
Rachel Black
Walsh, freshman
Women's Lacrosse Player of the Week
• Scored four goals with two assists and had five ground balls in a win over Ashland.
Alexa Leppelmeier
Walsh, senior
Women's Outdoor Track Runner of the Week
• Ran a conference-best and NCAA Division II provisional time of 10:25.15 in the steeplechase at the Raleigh Relays.
• Time is the second fastest in the nation this season.
OAC
Grace Heath
Mount Union, junior
Softball Hitter of the Week
• Hit .857 in a pair of wins over Denison.
• Went 4-for-4 with three triples and a double in an 8-1 win over the Big Red.
Sydney Bumbarger
Mount Union, senior
Women's Lacrosse Offensive Player of the Week
• Scored 15 goals in three games, including seven in a 19-9 win over Ohio Northern.
Reach Mike at mike.popovich@cantonrep.com
On Twitter: @mpopovichREP
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Canton police deploy Spidr Tech, new technology to connect with crime victims
CANTON – Dial 911 and you've done your duty.
You've reported a crime, accident or some other incident that requires the attention of authorities.
Then you're left to wonder what happened next, maybe even scouring online news sites and social media pages in search of a clue.
You can stop pondering in Canton.
Police on Thursday began using a technology designed to improve transparency and build the public's trust: Spidr Tech. The Arizona-based Spidr Tech offers software allowing police to send automated text messages and emails to update residents on the incidents they report.
The messages include online links to the report filed and provide updates as the investigation progresses. The system — designed to keep crime victims informed — also sends a survey seeking feedback on how police did their jobs.
"We want to know how we're doing and what we can be doing better," said police Capt. John Gabbard, who will become chief with Chief Jack Angelo retires April 15.
Canton police:Canton police chief Jack Angelo says goodbye after 33 years on the force
Who else is using Spidr Tech?
Spidr Tech, which began operating in 2016, created the software now used by 75 departments nationwide, said Mandy Smith, company vice president of revenue.
Canton is the only department in Ohio to use it so far. The Spidr Tech program in Canton was paid for by a $40,000 federal grant.
Police Capt. Lisa Broucker said the grant covers one year of service.
"One of the Canton Police Department’s guiding principles is to be a progressive, proactive organization, dedicated to serving the needs of the community. We are proud to work with Canton PD, our first partner in Ohio, to help them do exactly that," said Rahul Sidhu, Spidr Tech president.
Police in Largo, Florida, launched the Spidr Tech program a year ago.
"The police department is satisfied with it," said Megan Santo, public information coordinator for the Largo Police Department. "The public does respond to the surveys, which is helpful for the department. It's something that we get in real time."
How does Spidr Tech work?
When someone reports a crime via cellphone or has a cellphone number to which police may respond, that person receives automated updates by text. Those messages include links to reports and other pertinent information.
Spidr Tech also can send a text apologizing if there's a delay in police responding to the scene.
The technology also provides updates for victims on criminal investigations through text or email.
Some crimes, though, such as homicides and sexual assaults, involve information that is too sensitive to be addressed by text message.
The technology is expected to be used often in Canton. Authorities estimate that 80% of all local 911 calls come from a cellphone.
Callers dialed 911 dispatchers 76,259 times last year, 23% more calls than the year before, according to police records. Officers also responded to 15,064 incidents, an increase of nearly 9% over the previous year.
Residents can choose not to receive the updates and the surveys.
But police are hoping citizens won't opt out.
"The surveys are just one way we can reach out to the community to find out how well we are performing in our job," Gabbard said.
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Woman who fired shots during 'Light Up Downtown' holiday event headed to prison
CANTON – The woman who pulled a pistol out of her purse and started shooting into the air at a crowded, family-style holiday event downtown will spend the next 36 months in prison.
Quanita L. Cundiff, 34, of Canton, entered guilty pleas Wednesday to a Stark County grand jury indictment on one count of inducing panic, a first-degree misdemeanor, and discharge of a firearm on or near a prohibited premise, a third-degree felony.
Judge Chryssa Hartnett presided over the pretrial hearing when Cundiff, through defense attorney Ty Graham, changed her plea. The judge then imposed the prison sentence.
More:Canton mayor angry about shooting at family-friendly Light Up Downtown
What happened at the holiday festival?
The city of Canton hosted "Light Up Downtown" to kick off the holiday season on Dec. 2.
Cundiff attended the event, according to court records, and was standing in the roadway at 4th Street NW and Market Avenue when she pulled a pistol from her purse and fired multiple shots into the air, while in a large crowd of people, court records show.
Canton police reported there had been a substantial amount of adults and children in the area who were seen fleeing and running for cover.
Cundiff was arrested on site, and told officers she fired the shots after a group started pushing and shoving others around her.
Reach Cassandra cnist@gannett.com; Follow on Twitter @Cassienist
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Massillon woman accused of killing grandmother requests competency evaluation
MASSILLON – A 26-year-old woman accused of fatally stabbing her grandmother has requested an evaluation to determine whether or not she is fit to stand trial.
Danielle DiChiara was arrested on Jan. 30, accused of fatally stabbing her grandmother Gloria J. DiChiara several times before striking her with a heavily weighted lamp post on Jan. 24.
More:Massillon PD: Detectives investigating stabbing that kills one, injures two; a suspect in custody.
More:'I think she killed my mother-in-law:' Frantic woman describes stabbing scene in 911 call
DiChiara then went to the condo next door in the 1800 block of Lake Trail NE, reportedly asking a neighbor for help. She is accused of slicing the neighbor's face with a knife.
The Stark County Prosecutor's Office presented the case to a grand jury, which indicted DiChiara on felony counts of murder, felonious assault and aggravated burglary.
Stark County Common Pleas Court Judge Frank Forchione is presiding over the case.
DiChiara is being represented by public defender Barry Wasker.
Reach Cassandra cnist@gannett.com; Follow on Twitter @Cassienist
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Massillon assisted living worker accused of sexually assaulting residents claims insanity
MASSILLON – A former assisted living employee accused of sexually assaulting residents and visually recording her crimes on a cellphone has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity.
Tiara Ford, 23, of Canton, changed her plea in Stark County Common Pleas Court on Tuesday, delaying a final pretrial hearing that was set for Friday.
More:Nurse aide accused of sexually assaulting three elderly men at facility
Ford's defense attorney, James Haupt, filed a motion requesting Judge Kristin Farmer order a psychological evaluation, as well as competency to determine whether or not his client will be fit to stand trial.
A competency hearing was set for May.
The Inn at Village University
Ford is accused of sexually assaulting at least three residents at the Inn at Village University in Massillon between December 2019 and December 2021.
Ford is accused of using her cellphone to record the sex acts performed on one female and two male residents. She reportedly told police the residents had Alzheimer's or dementia, and could not provide consent due to their age and mental condition, according to court records. The Canton Repository had previously reported that the three victims were men.
Massillon police said in a news release that Ford was arrested following a two-week investigation into her employment as a state tested nurse aide.
A Stark County grand jury secret indictment was unsealed on March 3, indicting Ford on one count of rape, a first-degree felony, and two counts of gross sexual imposition, both felonies of the fourth-degree.
Ford was arrested by Massillon police on March 4, and remains held on a $250,000 bond.
Reach Cassandra cnist@gannett.com; Follow on Twitter @Cassienist
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Authorities conduct water rescue at pond at Arrowhead Golf Club
NORTH CANTON – A woman knocking on doors and asking for help overnight led authorities to conduct a water rescue at a nearby golf course.
But their search, which resumed after daylight Friday, yielded no victim.
City police said the 38-year-old Plain Township woman told authorities that she'd been in a crash in an unknown body of water and that she swam from the submerged vehicle. She didn't know where it was.
Police Sgt. Matthew Buzzard said she was wet up to her chest. She told them she "couldn't remember much of anything," and then her story kept changing.
"At one point, she indicated that there might be a male in the car," he said.
Investigators pinged her cellphone and found her maroon minivan submerged a pond in the city-owned Arrowhead Golf Club at 1500 Rogwin Circle SW. The pond can be six to nine feet deep in some parts, Buzzard said.
Authorities begin water rescue at Arrowhead Golf Club pond
The pond is about a quarter of a mile from Lorena Street SW where she'd been knocking on doors. Residents had called authorities at 1:34 a.m. Friday to report that she was going door to door, knocking and asking for help.
Officers checked local parks and asked authorities in neighboring communities to check bodies of water until the cellphone ping led them to the golf course. Fresh tracks led into the pond, according to a police department news release.
City firefighters were notified at 3:37 a.m. and, about 4 a.m., responding North Canton firefighters "caught a flicker of it using their spotlight," and more authorities were summoned, Buzzard said.
According to a news release from Buzzard and North Canton Fire Investigator John Kleinbeck, the South Summit County Dive Team was asked to search for any other occupants who had been in the van. The team members, who come from Coventry, New Franklin, Green and Lakemore, used sonar equipment to scan the pond as well as entering it.
The van, found under water with its passenger side door open, is registered to the woman.
A Stark County sheriff's deputy also used a drone to check the area.
Authorities found no other potential crash victims.
"We were checking off boxes to confirm that nobody else was in the van, nobody else was in the water and nobody else was in the area," Buzzard said.
The woman has not be charged or cited, but the investigation was continuing. The Canton Regional Crash Team was called to assist with the investigation, Buzzard said.
He said investigators have not yet narrowed down when the van went into the water.
The woman suffered no life-threatening injuries and she was not transported to the hospital, he said.
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Author Arshay Cooper discusses inspiring the next generation during Alliance visit
ALLIANCE – Making a difference in the world requires every person to do their part.
Arshay Cooper, author of this year's One Book One Community selection, shared that message with an audience on Thursday at Union Avenue United Methodist Church as he discussed the inspiration for writing his book.
"When you eliminate the small dreams, there's room for bigger dreams," he said.
Cooper penned a memoir called "A Most Beautiful Thing," in which he details the first all-Black high school rowing team in the U.S. In the book, he shares his and his teammates' journey as they learn how to row, despite many of them having never heard of the sport. He also detailed the difficulties and racism they faced as they navigated a predominately white sport.
Cooper grew up on Chicago's Westside in the 1990s. As a kid, he tried playing different sports, but couldn't seem to find the right fit. When a rowing team formed at his high school, he was initially hesitant to participate. But rowing proved to be the sport he had been searching for.
"It calmed the storm in me," he said.
Years later, Cooper decided to write "A Most Beautiful Thing" because he felt the story's message of overcoming adversity would resonate with young people. He self-published the book, and it was later turned into a documentary narrated by Common and produced by Grant Hill, Dwyane Wade and 9th Wonder.
The film received a 2021 Gracie Award and was nominated for an NAACP Image Award and Critics' Choice Association Award for Best Sports Documentary.
Cooper said making the documentary was a "special" experience. He said his goal is to help inspire the next generation and introduce more kids to rowing.
Founded in 2004, One Book One Community is a joint effort between various community partners, including Rodman Public Library, Friends of Rodman Public Library, University of Mount Union, Greater Alliance Foundation and The Alliance Review.
Rodman Public Library Director Eric Taggart, who is a member of the group that makes the One Book One Community selection, said he knew as soon as read Cooper's memoir that it needed to be this year's book.
Reach Paige at 330-580-8577 or pmbennett@gannett.com, or on Twitter at @paigembenn.
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Radio personality Matt Fantone moving to Mix 94.1
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CANTON – Matt Fantone, formerly of "The Stansbury Show" on rock station 106.9 FM, is the new midday host of Mix 94.1.
Mix 94.1/WHBC-FM announced that today is Fantone's first day with the station. He fills a midday seat vacated by Sarah Quinn, who relocated in November to Greensboro, North Carolina.
"I have long loved these stations and this market and can't wait to entertain and engage with the communities we serve," Fantone said in a prepared statement.
Fantone also will be the promotions coordinator for Mix 94.1/WHBC-FM and the related 1480 WHBC-AM station owned by Alpha Media.
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'Spongebob the Musical': St. Thomas Aquinas, Central Catholic dazzle young crowd
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A huge crowd of students from Stark County's 10 Catholic elementary schools was entertained Friday morning with the first showing of "Spongebob the Musical" at Canton Palace Theatre. The free performance features a joint performance from students at St. Thomas Aquinas and Canton Central Catholic. The site of the show also is a bit unusual, with the students hitting the big stage in Canton's downtown. Most schools stage their plays on their school property. Performances of the musical also will be offered at the Palace at 7 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday.
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Canton police continue to investigate double homicide
CANTON – Police continue to investigate the shooting that left two 19-year-olds dead in their northeast Canton home Monday.
Police have not said whether they have any suspects or persons of interest, only that no one has been arrested. They have released few details in the killings.
William Harvey Jr. and Jeremiah Burton were shot to death in their home in the 3500 block of Ellis Avenue NE. Emergency 911 callers reported that the sister of one of the men notified his mother on social media about the shootings.
Their deaths bring the total number of people who died in crimes of violence in the city so far this year to five.
Only two homicides this year have included arrests.
2022 homicides in Canton
Ajani A. Smith, 17, of Canton, and Craig D. Avery, 16, of Akron, were charged in the Jan. 8 shooting death of Terrell Lipkins, 51, of Canton. Lipkins was shot near his girlfriend's home on Gilbert Avenue NE.
In addition to Monday's homicide, no one has been charged for the unrelated deaths of Tiara Burch and Jacere Jones.
Burch, 26, was found dead Jan. 19 at her home at 516 11th St. NW when police were called to check on her welfare.
Police arrested two people in connection with her death. James L.T. Bullock, 30, of Wertz Avenue SW, and Aja Lindsey, 38, of Nicholas Place NW, have been charged with complicity to murder.
Jones, 15, was killed Feb. 19 at 23rd Street NE and Maple Avenue. Police reports say he was dropped off at a local hospital with a bullet wound just before someone called to report shots had been fired on 23rd Street.
Half of the homicide cases last year remain open
Last year was a peak year for homicides in the city. Detectives were asked to solve 21 cases.
It was the highest number of homicides since well before 1965, which is as far back as current records go. The next highest number of homicides took place in 2017 when 17 people lost their lives to crimes of violence.
Lt. Dennis Garren, police spokesman, said there are 10 homicide cases in 2021 that remain under investigation. Half of those homicides occurred in September.
That doesn't mean police don't know who killed them.
"Multiple cases are under review at the [Stark County] Prosecutor's Office," Garren said in an email.
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Ohio's Beat the Stigma campaign, new substance use resource platform come to Stark
The U.S., Ohio and Stark County's drug overdose death crisis is continuing to worsen, with 131 lives lost last year to overdoses in the county — more than any other year according to the Stark County Health Department.
The most recent data for Stark from January 2022, showed an increase in emergency room and urgent care visits for overdose compared to 2021, though the rate for the month was below 2020 levels.
The Kids Aren't Alright:As teen mental health, substance use diagnoses rise in Stark, providers scramble to help
With these rates in mind, the Stark County Health Department is joining the Ohio Health Department's "Beat the Stigma" campaign, aimed at correcting misinformation about substance use disorders and addiction.
The $9.75 million initiative does not fund treatment or intervention, but rather focuses on awareness.
"Overdose is a multi-faceted and multi-variable chronic disease," said Chris Cugini, a communications specialist with the Stark County Health Department. "It is important for our community to understand that."
The Stark Health Department launched its own website at savestark-starkcohealthoh.hub.arcgis.com to show the campaign and to act as a hub of local resources.
"We would hope as services around the county continue to become more available, we will see a decrease in the rate of overdoses," Cugini said. "There's a common saying in overdose prevention, that connection is the opposite of addiction."
Throughout Stark County, there are several community organizations working to provide resources and treatment to those dealing with substance use disorders. On the Save Stark hub, maps of drug drop-off locations, treatment options and overdose reversal medicine naloxone pickups are available to those who may need them.
Canton City Public Health also runs a needle exchange program to help people access clean syringes to prevent communicable disease that can be spread through needle reuse.
"This work is vital as we work to lessen the amount of overdoses in our community," Cugini said. "We believe COVID-19 had an adverse impact on the health of our community, including those with substance use disorder."
Sam Zern can be reached at szern@cantonrep.com or 330-580-8322. You can also find her on Twitter at @sam_zern.
Substance use resources
Here is a list of resources for those who need help:
- Never Use Alone, a volunteer organization that will remain on the line with someone while they are using in case the person becomes unresponsive and needs emergency services: 800-484-3731
- Stark Opiate Hotline, for connection to services and support: 330-454-4357
- Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741741
- CommQuest services, for education, naloxone kits and more: 330-605-3887
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Carrollton superintendent David Quattrochi among seven finalists for state school chief
Carrollton schools Superintendent David Quattrochi still is in the running to become Ohio's next education chief.
Quattrochi, who has led the Carrollton Exempted Village School District since 2012, has been named one of the seven finalists for the job of state superintendent of public instruction, which leads the Ohio Department of Education.
More on Carrollton schools:Carrollton Exempted names new assistant superintendent
The state Board of Education, whose search committee started with 28 applicants, expects to interview the seven finalists during its April 11-12 board meeting.
Quattrochi said Friday that he's honored to be interviewed by the state board but declined further comment.
Quattrochi, who holds a doctorate degree in education from West Virginia University, served as superintendent at Edison Local School District in Jefferson County before arriving in Carrollton.
Former State Superintendent Paolo DeMaria retired in September, and Stephanie K. Siddens has filled the position on an interim basis since then. Siddens did not apply for the permanent role.
The other finalists are:
- Steve Dackin, former superintendent of school and community partnerships for Columbus State Community College who previously had served as superintendent of the Reynoldsburg City School District. Dackin had been the vice president of the state Board of Education and part of the superintendent search committee until he resigned in February.
- Larry Hook, superintendent of Springboro Community City School District.
- Thomas Hosler, superintendent of Perrysburg Exempted Village Schools.
- Finn Laursen, educational consultant for Christian Educators Association International.
- Kimberly Richey, president of RealignEd, LLC.
- Ronnie Tarchichi, superintendent of Pennsauken Public Schools in New Jersey.
Reach Kelli at 330-580-8339 or kelli.weir@cantonrep.com.
On Twitter: @kweirREP
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Steve King: Of Deshaun Watson and women
Perhaps it was because I was getting older, bigger and stronger.
Or perhaps it was because someone he knew had encountered a similar problem.
Or perhaps it was a combination of the two, or something else entirely.
I just don't know. I never asked him at the time because the comment took me completely off-guard to the point that it absolutely stunned me.
"If you ever lay a finger on your mom, you'll be in big trouble," he said one day out of the clear blue when I was about 16. "And if you are too big for me to handle, I'll first find some kind of equalizer to cut you down to size."
He meant every word of it. He loved to laugh — he joked around a lot — but he didn't joke about things like that.
That kind of act — harming a woman, let alone my mom — had never crossed my mind. I would never have done anything to hurt her in any way, shape or form. I loved my mom. My dad obviously loved her, too.
They had gotten married eight months before World War II started and went through a lot together over four decades. And it was his job, first and foremost, to protect her.
My dad loved sports, especially football, and he really loved the Browns. The players on those historic early Browns teams of head coach Paul Brown were about his age, so he closely identified with them.
In fact, my love for the Browns was because of his love for them. I thought so much of him that I wanted to be just like him. If he had been into third-century camel travel, I might be writing about that instead of this.
In fact, I used to pick his brain, and that of my uncle, also a big sports fan, about the Browns and Guardians of years before. They knew a lot from having watched them play, and I was smart enough to just shut up and listen to what they had to say.
It seemed fitting, then, that one of the last things he and I did together in his hospital room in Barberton before he died in 1980 was watch a Browns game on TV. Yes, that's right, the Kardiac Kids holding on for dear life to defeat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers early in that memorable season.
So, realizing all this, I wonder how my dad would handle — what he would say about — his Browns, my Browns, our Browns, your Browns trading away their heart and soul — both literally, in terms of high, valuable NFL Draft picks, and figuratively — for the foreseeable future to the Houston Texans in exchange for a quarterback in Deshaun Watson whose reputation as a human being is 100 times more sullied than any player they have ever had on their roster going all the way back to when my dad watched them in that first season in 1946.
Watson is accused of doing a lot more than laying a finger on a woman, as my dad put it, but rather sexually assaulting women — that's plural, as in more than one, many more than one, 22 in all in fact, at last count.
How would he justify this, his two loves — his beloved wife and his beloved Browns — going head-to-head in a winner-take-all for his heart and soul as to who he was and what he was?
I know what he would have said.
And I know what I am saying.
It is that you can love sports — like my dad loved football and the Browns, like I love football and the Browns and I'm sure like all of you love football and the Browns. But all sports, while they are played and coached by people, are things, in essence.
The real loves of your life — your significant other, your children, your family — are just that, the real loves of your life. It's hard — no, it's totally impossible — to identify with anything that, or anybody who, would hurt them, or would aid and abet those who have.
For if you harm one woman like that, then you harm them all. They're all in this together, a sisterhood. As such, if indeed Watson did what he was accused of to those 22 women, then he did it to all women, past and present.
And nobody lays a finger on my mom.
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Friday roundup: McKinley baseball rallies is seventh, Minerva softball rolls to win
BASEBALL
McKinley 5, Canton South 4
South - 002 - 002 - 0 — 4 - 10 - 2
McKinley - 000 - 030 - 2 — 5 - 8 - 3
Mayle and Mitchell. Rogers, Leggett and Walter. W: Leggett. L: Mayle. Notes: Savian Wilkins (M) 2-for-3, 1 RBI. Antonio Dipietro (M) 2-for-3. Clay Mitchell (CS) 2-for-4. Jack Snyder (CS) 2-for-4. Brady Noll (CS) 2-for-4.
SOFTBALL
Minerva 14, Salem 0
Minerva - 330 - 35 — 14 - 15
Salem - 000 - 00 — 0 - 2
W: Murray. HR: Minerva: Jackson. Notes: Jada Shafer (M) 4-for-4, 6 RBIs. Alyssa Risden (M) 3-for-3, 1 RBI. Laney Cowden (M) 3-for-3. Bella Murray (M) 9 strikeouts.
SCHEDULE
SATURDAY
HIGH SCHOOL
BASEBALL
At Sevier County HS (Tenn.): Louisville vs. Clarksville Acad. (Tenn.), 10; Louisville vs. Hampton (Tenn.), 3.
Tuslaw at Newcomerstown, 10:30
Wadsworth at Hoover, 11
Ellet at McKinley, 11
Green at Copley, noon
Lake at St. Vincent-St. Mary, noon
Minerva at Sandy Valley, noon
Marlington at Woodridge, noon
Tusky Valley at Canton South, noon
Fairless at Smithville (DH), noon
East Canton at Lisbon, noon
Massillon at Firestone, 1
Ursuline at Central Catholic, 3
New Philadelphia at Carrollton, 3
Perry at Nordonia, 3
Jackson at PBR Classic at (Rossford)
SOFTBALL
Perry at North Ridgeville (DH), 11
Lake at Stow (DH), 11
Hoban at Green, 2:30
GlenOak at Keystone, 3
Brecksville at Hoover, 3:30
BOYS LACROSSE
Boardman at Lake, 12:30
Jackson at Dublin Coffman, 2
Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin at GlenOak, 4
GIRLS LACROSSE
Upper Arlington at Jackson, 1:30
Brunswick at Green, 2
BOYS TENNIS
Hoover at St. Edward Invitational, 8
Jackson at Sycamore, 10
TRACK AND FIELD
GlenOak, Jackson at Avon Lake Invite, 9
Alliance at Newton Falls Invite, 9
Lake Center Christian at Cardinal Invitational, 9:30
East Canton, Malvern, Minerva, Northwest, Sandy Valley, Tuslaw at Falcon Tri County Invitational (Fairless), 11
COLLEGE
BASEBALL
Malone at Cedarville (DH), 1
Mansfield at Walsh (DH), 1
Mount Union at Ohio Northern (DH). 1
OUTDOOR TRACK AND FIELD
Malone, Walsh at Dave Labor Inv. (Slippery Rock, Pa.)
Walsh at Hilltopper Relays (Bowling Green, Ky.)
Mount Union at Wooster Inv.
SOFTBALL
Findlay at Walsh (DH), 1
Ohio Northern at Mount Union, 1
Malone at Lake Erie (DH), 2
WOMEN’S GOLF
Mount Union at Wooster Weiskopf Spring Invite
WOMEN’S LACROSSE
Mount Union at Hope, 1
More:Ball's up for boys high school volleyball ahead of OHSAA sanctioning
SUNDAY
COLLEGE
BASEBALL
Mansfield at Walsh (DH), 1
MEN’S GOLF
Mount Union at Wooster Nye Intercollegiate
MEN’S TENNIS
Ashland at Walsh, 3
WOMEN’S GOLF
Mount Union at John Carroll Spring Invite (Hudson Country Club)
WOMEN’S LACROSSE
Ursuline at Walsh, 1
WOMEN’S TENNIS
Mount Union vs. Muskingum (Zanesville High School), noon
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Faith and values briefs for April 2
Listed information has been submitted by the organizations noted.
Right to Life event is Palm Sunday
CANTON – Stark County Right to Life is seeking participants for a pro-life Stations of the Cross event at 3 p.m. April 10 in front of the Planned Parenthood Clinic at 2663 Cleveland Ave. NW.
Faith UMC, Crystal Park UMC joint service
NORTH CANTON – Crystal Park United Methodist Church will join Faith United Methodist Church for worship at 10 a.m. Sunday at Faith UMC at 300 Ninth St. NW. The Rev. Cara Stultz Costello, Tuscarawas District superintendent, will bring the morning message.
Clothing, diaper giveaway is Monday
LOUISIVILLE – Louisville Church of Christ at 1520 California Ave. will host a clothing giveaway from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday. Clothing is available for men, women and children. The church also serves as a distributor for the Stark County Diaper Bank. People in need of diapers, formula, or adult incontinence items may come during the church's Clothes Closet times, or call 330-875-1673 for a private appointment. Enter the second building; door is on the left.
Charismatic Catholics meet April 11
NORTH CANTON – The next meeting of the Community of Praise Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group will be at 6:30 p.m. April 11 at Walsh University's Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel at 2020 E. Maple St.
Irene Wood will give a special presentation on charity.
The group is affiliated with the Catholic Charismatic Renewal of the Diocese of Youngstown, and an Apostolate of Magnificat of Stark County.
For more information, call Rosemary Pfiffner at 330-499-9371, or visit www.communityofpraise.org
Deadline
The Canton Repository publishes news items of special events as a public service every Saturday. All items must be submitted in writing. The deadline for submissions is NOON Wednesday. Notices are published ONCE. They should be addressed to the attention of Charita Goshay and mailed to The Canton Repository, 500 Market Ave. S, Canton OH 44702; faxed to 330-454-5745, e-mail to Charita.Goshay@cantonrep.com.
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'We're just trying to make a small step': Heart & Soles buying shoes for refugees
ALLIANCE – Since 2018, Daniel J. Matea has been on a mission to ensure that needy children around the world have access to footwear in countries where families can't afford to buy them.
More:Alliance man’s heart is in a ’sole’ effort
These days, the founding director of Heart & Soles, a lay ministry, is working to supply shoes to Ukrainian war refugees.
"We are in the process of raising funds to supply shoes for people coming over the border in Poland," he said. "We've reached out to a bunch of (Polish) churches and businesses. I've been in contact with missionaries. We're also hoping to gather support in Northeast Ohio to help make an impact."
Since the Russians attacked Ukraine on Feb 24, Poland has absorbed the largest number of civilians fleeing the mayhem, at more than 2 million people and counting.
More:'I feel like God is calling us.' Habitat donates $100,000 for Ukraine refugees
Matea said his goal is $50,000. Rather than having the shoes shipped, he plans to purchase them from manufacturers in Poland.
He noted that while food, clothing, water and other items are regularly donated as part of disaster relief, shoes often are not.
"These are people who have walked hundreds of miles," he said. "We're looking to buy shoes from $8 to $20 each."
A 501-C3 charity, Heart & Soles' first international mission took place in Bauang, Philippines, a coastal city with a population of around 78,500 people.
Impact moment
"We've handed out 7,000 pairs since 2018," Matea said. "It really was born in the Philippines in 2019. I saw it on the ground. I saw where kids stepped on glass and couldn't walk because of the damage to their feet.
"That was the big impact moment."
Since then, Heart & Soles has distributed sandals and shoes to an orphanage in Sierra Leone.
"We've been vetting people because we to want to expand in Africa," Matea said. "We supplied 80 pairs to kids. I hope to supply even more this year."
Heart & Soles also has helped local families.
"We have partnered a few times with local charities to have huge events where we give out shoes to families," he said. "One such event we had last year with Eva and Mike Slagle of Clothed in Righteousness we were able to give shoes to over 110 families in the Alliance area."
Earlier this year, the ministry donated football cleats for players in the Alliance and Canton school districts.
"We don't want kids not to be able to play a sport they love," Matea said. "We donated and purchased 120 pairs of cleats this year."
Matea said he may travel to Poland to oversee the purchase of the shoes, or make arrangements with missionaries he knows who are already serving there.
"I've worked with TCM International, who is on the ground," he said. "I've been working with them to try and make connections. We're trying to get access to the camps ... which have outreach centers."
A marker in life
Heart & Soles, Matea said, will continue to distribute shoes and sandals in the Philippines.
"It's been a lot of fun," he said. "We're just traying to make a small step. I don't think people understand that 10 million people have been displaced from their homes."
Matea said he created Heart & Sole out of a desire to help others.
He's found his niche with shoes.
"I would say there are markers in your life," he said. "Knowing you've made an impact in someone's life. You want to hold onto those moments. Every time I talk to organizations, shoes just always seem to be an item that's always forgotten. God just put in on my heart. I'd rather have a good pair of shoes on my feet with tattered clothes. I've seen kids hurt, not being able to afford a good pair of sandals.
"I just want to leave the world in a better place."
To learn more, email heartandsolesministries@gmail.com or call 330-880-9909.
Tax-deductible donations may be sent to HeartandSolesMinistries.org, or mail checks to Heart and Soles, 1214 Meadow Ave., Alliance OH 44601.
Reach Charita at 330-580-8313 or charita.goshay@cantonrep.com. On Twitter: @cgoshayREP
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Passion Walk returns to Louisville on Good Friday
LOUISIVLLE – Louisville Ministerial Association will host “Passion Walk 2022” and a food drive for the Louisville Community Cupboard at noon Good Friday.
Participants will experience seven biblical events as they walk a three-mile journey recalling the Passion of Christ.
The stations along the journey will include devotional thoughts, music, drama and ample opportunity for personal and group reflection on the meaning of the Passion of Jesus Christ.
This marks the 11th year for the event, which went virtual in 2020 and was canceled in 2021.
The walk begins at St. Louis Catholic Church. As with previous Passion Walks, shuttle service will be available. The shuttle also will transport walkers back to St. Louis Catholic Church at the end of the event.
Louisville Police Department will provide safety assistance as the walk crosses the main roads.
Participants are asked to bring canned goods, dry goods and/or money to benefit the Louisville Community Cupboard.
Food will be collected at the start of the walk at St. Louis Catholic Church, and the money will be collected at Christ United Methodist Church.
Order of stations:
1. St. Louis Catholic Church, 300 N. Chapel St.; Jesus before Caiphus.
2. City Hall, 215 S. Mill St.; Christ sentenced before Pontius Pilate.
3. First Assembly of God Church at Green Space (across from the Herald Office on Gorgas); Christ receives his cross.
4. Christ United Methodist Church, 600 E. Gorgas St.; Simone Cyrene is forced to carry the cross.
5. St. Stephen Martyr Lutheran Church, 930 S. Nickelplate St.; daughters of Jerusalem meet Jesus.
6. Beacon of Hope Community Church, 1101 E. Main St.; Jesus is stripped of His garments.
7. Paradise United Church of Christ, 619 E. Main St.; remembering the crucifixion, death and burial.
To learn more visit https://www.unitinglouisvilleohio.org.
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Payton Gottshall stars at Bowling Green; Kierstan Bell, Taylor Mikesell All-American nominees
There is little doubt Payton Gottshall is on her way to being among the finest pitchers in the history of the Bowling green softball program. The former Perry High School star — who helped the Panthers win a state title in 2018 — also is proving to be one of the best in the Mid-American Conference and all of Division I.
The 5-foot-9 sophomore right-hander has been the Falcons’ top pitcher since her arrival and entered this year in the top 12 of all seven career pitching stats. And it’s even getting better.
Gottshall showed she belongs among the elite after a 3-0 loss at No. 22-ranked Michigan on Tuesday. She started and worked five innings, giving up seven hits and three runs, two earned, with three walks and seven strikeouts.
On the season, she has a 9-6 record and two saves with a 1.62 earned run average in 17 games, including 13 starts with 10 complete games. In 90.2 innings, Gottshall has given up 65 hits and 28 runs, 21 earned, with 19 walks and 146 strikeouts. The strikeouts and victories rank first and the ERA second in the league. Nationally, she ranks 11th in strikeouts per seven innings (11.3) and is 14th in total strikeouts.
Gottshall’s resume includes two of the three perfect games in Bowling Green history, including one against Green Bay on March 5, a 13-0 five-inning victory, where she struck out all 15 batters she faced. Last season, she was named MAC Freshman Pitcher of the Year and was named to the All-MAC first team.
David Carr (Perry) The Iowa State redshirt junior didn’t defend his 157-pound title at the Division I NCAA Wrestling Championship March 18-19 in Detroit, but he did earn All-American honors by finishing third. It was his third All-American certificate. Carr posted a 7-1 record but was beaten 2-1 in the second round. He came back to win six straight matches including a 7-2 decision over No. 10 Peyton Robb of Nebraska in the third-place match. He finished the season with a 28-1 record. Last season, Carr went 20-0 and was named Big 12 Wrestler of the Year. He also was an All-American as a freshman when he was seeded third when the 2020 championship was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Maxwell Moldovan (Green) The sophomore had a big performance for the Ohio State men’s golf team at the Valspar Collegiate Invitational, Monday and Tuesday, in Palm City, Fla. Moldovan finished tied for 14th out of 81 golfers with rounds of 69, 69, 71 for a 4-under-par 209. It was his seventh consecutive round at par or better and he has five Top 20 finishes this season. His effort led the Buckeyes to a sixth-place finish out of 15 schools with a 12-under-par 840.
Kierstan Bell (McKinley), Taylor Mikesell (Jackson) The top two all-time scorers in Stark County history were among five finalists for the Ann Meyers-Drysdale Award going to the top shooting guard in Division I. UConn's Christyn Williams was announced as the winner Friday. Now, Bell and Mikesell have been nominated for the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association All-American team. Bell averaged 22.8 points to help Florida Gulf Coast post a 30-3 record. The Eagles won their first-round NCAA Tournament game before losing 89-65 to Maryland in the second round. Mikesell averaged 18.6 points a game for Ohio State, hitting 114 of 240 3-point attempts (47.5%). The Buckeyes finished 25-7, reaching the Sweet 16 before losing 66-63 to Texas. Bell, a junior, said earlier in the year she will enter the WNBA draft. Mikesell said earlier this week she will return to Ohio State.
Luke Reicosky (Hoover) The John Carroll junior earned All-American honors for the first time. He did so by scoring a sudden-victory decision at 157 pounds in the seventh-place match against a familiar foe at the Division III NCAA Tournament on March 12 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Reicosky defeated Darien Estevez of the University of Chicago 2-1 to earn his first All-American certificate. The two had met three times prior to the match, all of them ending in sudden victory. They split during the regular season and Estevez sent Reicosky to the consolation round with a 3-1 victory at the NCAA Tournament.
Melissa Holzopfel (Perry) The freshman is a solid all-around performer for the Cleveland State softball team (9-15, 5-1 Horizon League). Holzopfel leads the league with 107 strikeouts. The right-hander is 6-9 with a 3.71 ERA. She has eight complete games. In 85 innings, she has given up 79 hits and 52 runs, 45 earned. At the plate, Holzopfel is hitting .300 (24-for-80) with five doubles and a home run. She plays first base when she’s not pitching and hasn’t made an error on 83 chances.
Lauren McMillin (Lake) The junior outfielder is hitting .429 for the Ashland softball team (6-11. 0-4 G-MAC). McMillin has 21 hits in 49 at-bats with three doubles, a triple, a home run, 10 runs and seven RBIs. In the field, she has handled 32 chances without an error. She hit her homer in an 8-3 victory over No. 7 Grand Valley State on March 21.
Kage Williams (Green) The 6-2, 194-pound junior midfielder has started all nine games for the Seton Hill (Pa) men’s lacrosse team (5-4, 2-0 Great Mideast Athletic Conference). Williams had a team-high five ground balls and two caused turnovers in a 22-7 league win over Davis & Elkins on March 23. He has 26 ground balls and six caused turnovers. He picked up his second career-goal in a 11-7 loss to No. 4 Indianapolis on Feb. 26.
Cody Wilson (Hoover) The speedy junior outfielder leads the Hiram baseball team in hitting with a .404 average. He has 19 hits in 47 at-bats with two doubles, 13 runs and four RBIs. He is 8-for-12 in stolen bases for the Terriers (6-7). In a 9-6 non-league win over Thiel on March 24, Wilson had two hits and two runs. He has a six-game hitting streak, going 11-for-27 in the stretch. In the field, Wilson has handled 27 chances without an error.
Tim Orr (Lake) The sophomore catcher/outfielder is hitting .404 for the Tiffin baseball team (14-13, 9-3 G-MAC). Orr has 34 hits in 83 at-bats with six doubles, and team highs in triples (5), home runs (6) and RBIs (35). In a 16-6 win at Ashland in the second game of a doubleheader Wednesday, Orr had a triple and a home run with two walks, four runs and four RBIs.
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League of Women Voters event combats election disinformation
CANTON – Election officials from across Ohio spoke Saturday morning about the state's numerous safeguards to ensure the security and accuracy of elections.
The "How Secure is My Vote?" event hosted by the League of Women Voters (LWV) was the first of two programs intended to educate voters about the election process amid false claims of voter fraud in recent years, including during the 2020 presidential election.
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"There's been a lot of questions about voter integrity, obviously," said Carol Canavan, co-president of the league.
Fellow co-President Dianne Digianantonio said the event was planned before Ohio's failure to establish new state legislative maps delayed the primary election for state House and Senate candidates. A second event — "How to Pop the Disinformation Bubble" — will be from 10 to 11:30 a.m. May 7 at the main Stark Library and also online, which requires registration at cantonlwv.org.
"It's that skepticism that can cause people to stop voting," Digianantonio said.
About 50 people attended Saturday's event, which ended with a question-and-answer session after presentations from representatives of various county boards of elections (BOE) and the Ohio Association of Election Officials (OAEO).
The panelists were: Brian Sleeth, president of the OAEO and director of the Warren County Board of Elections; Michelle Wilcox, an OAEO trustee and director of the Auglaize County BOE; Regine Johnson, deputy director of the Stark County BOE; and Julie Leathers Stahl, director of the Wayne County BOE.
They discussed topics ranging from cybersecurity to proposed Ohio voting law changes. The highlights include:
- Sleeth, who has been an election official for 14 years, said "election misinformation" has been the greatest challenge in recent years, prompting people to call and question election results and file more public information requests.
- Wilcox received applause after she said audits for her county elections have shown 100% accuracy for the past nine years. She also said a statewide audit of the 2020 election, in which 7.9 million people voted, showed a 99.8% accuracy rate.
- Wilcox also reviewed cybersecurity and building security measures implemented after a statewide directive in 2019. She said voting machine testing is open to the public and voter rolls are updated monthly to remove anyone who recently died. "Dead people can't vote," she said.
- Johnson said Stark County has about 250,000 registered voters. The county's absentee ballot printing and returned ballot storage takes place in the "bunker" — a room that requires a Democrat and Republican to unlock it. The election process itself is a bipartisan process, she said. "There are all of these safeguards, some of which you see and some of which you don't."
- Johnson evoked a laugh from the audience when she said her "No. 1" question on election nights is, "What is taking those results so long?" She said it's because people work to ensure accuracy at every stage in the process and are "personally hand-delivering results all the way back to the Board of Elections."
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Putting them on the map: Bob Huggins' Hall of Fame coaching career took off at Walsh
Head coach Jeff Young has told every Walsh University men's basketball recruit the story.
From now on, they will know that a Hall of Fame coaching career started on the North Canton campus.
Former Cavaliers head coach Bob Huggins will be enshrined into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Mass. this fall. Most of Huggins' 916 career wins have come at the NCAA Division I level with Akron, Cincinnati, Kansas State and West Virginia.
Huggins' head coaching roots, though, were planted at Walsh in the early 1980s. He turned a struggling program into an NAIA national power.
"Before Bob came to Walsh, nobody knew about Walsh basketball," Young said. "As far as winning was concerned, it just wasn't happening."
Huggins went 71-26 in three seasons at Walsh. The Cavs had four winning seasons in 18 years prior to his arrival in 1980. His second Walsh team won a conference championship for the first time. His third team went 30-0 during the regular season and made the NAIA Tournament.
Walsh has maintained a consistent level of success since the Huggins era. The Cavs won the NAIA Division II national championship in 2005 and have played in the NCAA Division II Tournament multiple times.
"Bob kind of put Walsh on the map as far as basketball is concerned," Young said. "There have been some really good coaches after him, but he got the thing going."
Young came to Walsh as a player shortly after Huggins left. He played for Dan Peters, who was on Huggins' staff. Peters later became one of Huggins' assistants at Cincinnati.
The Walsh-Cincinnati connection was strong after Young became the Cavs' head coach in 2004. It helped Cincinnati student assistant Jerrod Calhoun land a full-time job on Young's staff. Calhoun is now the head coach at Youngstown State.
"Both Bob and Dan reached out to me and said 'Hey, you have to hire Jerrod Calhoun,'" Young said. "Jerrod was young, but Bob said 'You gotta take this guy.' I had to maneuver a little bit to hire him because I was young, too."
The Cincinnati connection also helped the Cavs land the centerpiece to their 2005 national championship team.
Robert Whaley played for Huggins at Cincinnati during the 2003-04 season but left the team after appearing in 20 games, citing personal reasons. He transferred to Walsh with one year of eligibility remaining.
The 6-foot-10, 265-pound Whaley was named the 2004-05 NAIA Division II Player of the Year. He averaged 22.8 points in five national tournament games and was voted tournament MVP.
Huggins would face his old team. In 2010, he invited the Cavs to West Virginia for an exhibition game against the Mountaineers. West Virginia won 86-63.
"He has always made contact and tried to do what he could to help the program moving forward," Young said. "We had him up for a reunion for him and he has stayed connected. He has been a big part of our success."
Reach Mike at mike.popovich@cantonrep.com
On Twitter: @mpopovichREP
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After 40 seasons, 900-plus wins, Bob Huggins is in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame
Ohio basketball legend Bob Huggins received his sport's ultimate honor Saturday.
The West Virginia head coach — whose college coaching journey included successful runs locally at Walsh and Akron — is part of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame's Class of 2022. Former Cavs head coach George Karl is also a part of the class.
Huggins, 68, just completed his 15th season at West Virginia. He also enjoyed a successful 16-year run as the head coach at Cincinnati. He guided both West Virginia and Cincinnati to a Final Four.
Talking about the honor on ESPN2 shortly after he was announced as part of the class, Huggins reflected on what made him successful.
"It's doing things the right way," he said. "Caring about people, working with your guys, continuing those being your guys long after their eligibility's over with and just trying to be a father figure for a lot of guys who weren't fortunate enough to have a father. There's a lot of things. ... it's way bigger than basketball."
His former players were quite excited to see their coach honored. Many shared their sentiments on Twitter on Thursday when news leaked of Huggins' pending induction.
"This man brought the best out of us all," former Cincinnati star guard Nick Van Exel tweeted . "We didn’t always like it but we were running thru a wall for him."
Huggins' teams rarely have featured high-profile recruits. Instead, his best teams have been known for their toughness, especially on the defensive end. That was perhaps best epitomized by his West Virginia teams a few year ago when the Mountaineers earned the nickname "Press Virginia" for their suffocating full-court defense led by hard-nosed guard Jevon Carter.
Carter is one of 25 former Huggins players to reach the NBA. Former Cincinnati Moeller star Miles McBride is the most recent to reach the league. The Knicks rookie tweeted earlier Thursday when news leaked of Huggins' pending induction, “About time! Congrats to the GOAT.".
Huggins ranks eighth in wins among coaches at Division I programs with 845. Including wins as a head coach at then-NAIA Walsh from 1980-83, his total is 916. His 900th career win came in WVU's NCAA Tournament first-round victory last March. His teams have won 10 conference tournament titles and averaged 22.9 wins per season.
Huggins also never forgot Northeast Ohio. He's been an annual speaker in Canton at the Pro Football Hall of Fame Luncheon Club, generally entertaining the gathering at their final weekly meeting each May with his dry wit.
Huggins' record at Cincinnati from 1989-2005 was 399-127. He also spent one season as the head coach at Kansas State before heading to West Virginia, where he had starred as a player in the 1970s.
Huggins established himself among Ohio high school basketball's all-time greats during his own playing career. He was a three-time All-Ohio pick and the state's player of the year in 1972 when he led Indian Valley South High School — coached by his father, Charlie — to the Class A state championship with a 26-0 record. Bob and Charlie are both enshrined in the Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame.
His late father quickly came to Bob's mind when he talked about what this honor meant Saturday on ESPN2.
"He passed away here in the last year," Huggns said. "And I was reading his obituary and he won 87% of all the games that he coached. People say to me sometimes, 'Hey you had a great career' and I'm like yeah, but not like my dad. ... He has the best winning percentage in the history of all basketball in the state of Ohio. So I'm honored to just kind of maybe tread a little bit like where my father's tread."
Huggins, who began his playing career at Conotton Valley, scored 2,438 points in high school — fourth most in Ohio history at the time of his graduation, just behind the 2,460 scored by Middletown legend Jerry Lucas.
Huggins now ranks 15th on the all-time list, as notable players such as Jon Diebler (3,208, 2004-07), Luke Kennard (2,977, 2011-15), Jay Burson (2,958, 1981-85), LeBron James (2,646, 1999-2003) and the late Mike Phillips (2,573, 1970-74) have since passed him.
Huggins got his first job as a college head coach at then Walsh College in 1980. He quickly turned the small Catholic college in North Canton into an NAIA powerhouse.
"His first year there, he was a game or two under .500," current Cavaliers head coach Jeff Young said. "By the third year he was undefeated and going to the national tournament."
Inheriting a program that had just four winning seasons, Huggins went 71-26 in three years at Walsh. He led the Cavaliers to their first conference championship in 1982. A year later, Walsh went 30-0 during the regular season and made the NAIA National Tournament for the first time. A first round loss to Salem completed a 34-1 season.
After leaving Walsh to become an assistant at Central Florida for a season, Huggins returned to Northeast Ohio in 1984 to become Akron's head coach. He took over a program coming off NCAA sanctions and by his second year, the Zips won the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament and qualified for the NCAA Tournament for the first time as a Division I program. A near upset of a Gary Grant-led Michigan team in the first round solidified Huggins as a rising star in the college coaching ranks.
Two trips to the NIT followed for Akron, including a loss at Ohio State in 1989 in what was Huggins' final game as Zips head coach before he moved to Cincinnati. He finished 97-46 in five seasons at Akron.
By 1992, Huggins had the Bearcats in the Final Four. By the end of the '90s, Cincinnati was a regular in the NCAA Tournament and in the Top 25 rankings. He won 75.9% of his games with the Bearcats.
Huggins and Cincinnati parted ways in 2005. After a year away from coaching, he returned to coach Kansas State for a season. He then went to West Virginia to cement his legacy as one of college basketball's top coaches.
Huggins' 2010 Mountaineers won the Big East title and reached the Final Four. In his 15 seasons at West Virginia, the program has made 10 NCAA Tournaments and reached five Sweet 16s.
Overall, in 40 years as a head coach, Huggins has guided teams to 25 NCAA Tournaments and won at least 20 games in a season 30 times, eclipsing 30 wins three times.
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Aultman, Cleveland Clinic Mercy births for March 13-19
AULTMAN HOSPITAL
March 14, 2022
Jennifer Elsass and Stefan Johnson of Canton, girl
Shawna Becker and Don Hawkins Sr. of Canton, girl
March 15, 2022
Danielle Smith of Canton, girl
Taylor and Bryan Bayer of Uniontown, girl
March 16, 2022
Fantasia Durham and James O’Donnell of Uhrichsville, boy
Melissa Sue Pollock and Dustin Welker of East Canton, girl
Shawna Workman and Trent Clark of Strasburg, boy
Tynnoa Clark and Troy Blackmon of Alliance, girl
Jessica Heath and Jeremy Murch of Massillon, boy
March 17, 2022
Megan and Robert Windland of Canton, boy
Sharon and Cory Salerno of North Canton, boy
Alicia and David Eberly of Clinton, girl
Kathryn Campbell and Anthony Meredith of North Canton, boy
Heather and Aaron Whisman of Clinton, boy
Jennifer and Matthew Rutan of Canton, boy
Madison and Bret Rininger Jr. of Carrollton, boy
March 18, 2022
Katie and Drew Mercer of Alliance, boy
Kristin Roska and David Glyder of Canton, boy
Courtney Wells and Cody Snyder of Louisville, girl
March 19, 2022
Courtney Hayhurst and Corey Taylor of Canton, girl
CLEVELAND CLINIC MERCY HOSPITAL
March 13, 2022
Paige and Andrew Whitmer of Carrollton, boy
March 15, 2022
Samantha and Denis Betancourt Vargas of Massillon, girl
March 16, 2022
Jennifer and Benjamin Clark of East Canton, girl
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Applause: GlenOak production of 'Little Mermaid' was outstanding
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Thank you, Brian Kieffer and the entire cast of "The Little Mermaid" performed at GlenOak High School in February. It was beyond amazing and as outstanding as any play I have seen in Cleveland. The singing and acting skills were beyond high school talent. They also invited some of the young dancers who take lessons at GlenOak High School to perform in a scene – great job. The young dancers did "Wizard of Oz" recently, and it was so spectacular. Don't miss anything GlenOak puts on; you'll never be disappointed. Thank you all from my heart for all your hours of practice and hard work. They all sure let their light shine and should be very proud of themselves.
— Diane Feller, North Canton
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Gary Brown: It is a time for healing after 'the slap'
The moment that actor Will Smith strode onto the stage at the Academy Awards ceremony and struck comedian Chris Rock because of his anger over a joke has become "the slap seen round the world."
And everybody seems to have an opinion on it.
Some people watched the prime-time blow on network television, initially thinking that it was a scripted skit. Others saw it hours later on morning newscasts, uncomfortably watching the altercation over morning coffee. Still more heard about the incident, googled it, and watched online videos of that part of the Oscars telecast. Subsequently, almost all showed some level of disgust for Smith's swat and distaste for the joke Rock told prior to it.
Whatever manner in which individuals learned about and saw the slap, they have been reviewing it ever since on social media.
"If Will Smith was, say, a non-celebrity or some random cinematographer, he would have been escorted out of the building. Instead, Smith was still given an award and a standing ovation. The whole thing was weird," said one comment on Facebook, offered by a person who added that "Chris Rock’s words were wrong, and should not go without consequences, but violence isn’t the answer."
Repercussions are expected
I know about wrong words that are insensitive. When trying to be funny while writing you inadvertently can be insensitive, and later regret it. People mistakenly can get hurt by what you say or write. Words mean much.
So, I would agree with the social media comment. Chris Rock should not have made a joke at another's expense. It was out of line.
"I am tired of comedians getting a laugh at the expense of individuals or groups of people," another comment said. "They are just glorified, overpaid, verbal bullies."
Still, I cannot condone violence. I cannot ignore the slap. I will not applaud a violent reaction.
I will, however, get past it. I can forgive without forgetting. We all are "a work in progress," as Smith said in his apology to Rock, issued a day later. We should accept the consequences of our actions and learn from our mistakes.
And there likely will be consequences. At this writing, Smith's apology had been released to the public and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences was beginning an investigation into the incident.
Whoopi Goldberg, a host on the TV show "The View" along with an Oscar winner who also is a member of the Academy's board of governors, sympathized with Smith, who, she said "snapped."
"Sometimes you get to a point when you behave badly," Goldberg said on the show. "I myself have behaved badly on occasion."
She said she believes that the Academy, when its investigation is complete, should not be forced to return his Oscar for "Best Actor" just because he acted like a bad character in real life.
“We’re not going to take that Oscar from him,” said Goldberg. “There will be consequences I’m sure, but I don’t think that’s what they’re going to do, particularly because Chris said ‘Listen, I’m not pressing any charges.’”
Learning from our mistakes
Perhaps the most thoughtful response to Will Smith's actions was offered by former NBA basketball star Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. It was honest, critical yet measured, and ultimately hopeful commentary – "Will Smith Did A Bad, Bad Thing" – that he posted on "Substack," in his online newsletter.
"With a single petulant blow, he advocated violence, diminished women, insulted the entertainment industry, and perpetuated stereotypes about the Black community," Abdul-Jabbar wrote, before explaining in the essay his reasoning behind each offense.
"I don't want to see him punished or ostracized because of this one, albeit a big one, mistake," wrote Abdul-Jabbar. "I just want this to be a cautionary tale for others not to romanticize or glorify bad behavior. And I want Smith to be the man who really protects others –by admitting the harm he's done to others."
Life, after all, isn't just one long baseball brawl broken up by a hockey fight.
Jada Pinkett Smith, the wife of Will Smith, released her own brief and cryptic comment in the wake of the response to her husband's public apology to Rock, the Academy, and his fans.
"This is the season for healing," she said, "and I'm here for it."
We've been through a sometimes harsh winter. Hope for healing no doubt springs within all of us.
Reach Gary at gary.brown.rep@gmail.com. On Twitter: @gbrownREP.
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Synchrony Financial Difference Maker: Isaiah Wyatt, McKinley High
NAME – Isaiah Wyatt
SCHOOL – McKinley High School
RESIDENCE – East Canton
JOB TITLE – Assistant principal.
HOW LONG WITH DISTRICT – Six years.
FAMILY – Wife, April; mother, Nelida Santiago; father, David Wyatt; daughters, Zoe Wyatt and Ava Wyatt; and son, Isaiah Wyatt II.
NOMINATION – "He has been a tireless student advocate, taking the lead on the Reconnect Wednesdays that are held to build relationships and encourage participation in school activities. He's designed systems to provide senior interventions to ensure graduation, visited homes and families, and worked with the Cleveland Browns to improve attendance and provide positive behavior rewards."
WHAT IS THE MOST REWARDING PART OF YOUR POSITION? – The most rewarding part of my job is realizing I have a purpose in my career. I love being able to work collaboratively for the betterment of our students. I approach each day with passion, love, and a fresh perspective.
WHAT IS THE MOST CHALLENGING? – The most challenging part of my job is to realize I am here to serve and sometimes I may not be able to focus on my task list each day. Oftentimes I am reminded of the need each individual has in our building and I may not be able to accomplish all my personal wants each day.
IF YOU WEREN’T DOING THIS, YOU’D BE … – ... an entrepreneur by partnering with my brother to establish a family business in commercial transportation.
TELL US SOMETHING ABOUT THE STUDENTS YOU DEAL WITH THAT MOST PEOPLE DON’T KNOW OR APPRECIATE? – Our students are amazing! We have such a wide range of students and values. People outside our building don’t realize how accepting and diverse our student population truly is. We are a Bulldog family and we take care of each other!
HOW DO YOU UNWIND AFTER A LONG DAY AT WORK? – After a long day of work I unwind by spending time with my amazing family! I love to watch my favorite TV shows or play Dominoes.
STUDENTS AND COWORKERS WOULD BE SURPRISED TO KNOW THAT YOU … – ... I think people would be surprised to know that I would rather stay home and cook dinner vs. go out and socialize. I am very much a home body, and cooking for my family recharges my spirit.
WHAT IS ONE RESPONSIBILITY ABOUT YOUR POSITION THAT YOU DIDN’T KNOW EXISTED BEFORE TAKING IT? – My position is one of many hats and I am a firm believer in teamwork! At any given moment I am willing to lend a helping hand no matter the situation. So, I guess I’m saying I knew going into this role that I would need to do whatever it takes!
Other nominations
ALLIANCE
Faith Pasco, secretary at Alliance Elementary School – Faith is the first person you will see and meet when you walk through our doors and it is always a friendly welcome! Faith goes above and beyond in getting things done for our building and you will find her doing much of this after school, using her own personal time! She also is exceptional at giving all of our parents and guardians empathy and her time to talk through anything they might need help with!
Beth Starrett, director of career programs – Beth has a deep-rooted passion for helping both students and adults find the career path of their dreams. Her energy and passion for helping students is contagious and she always brings a number of new and creative ideas to help students achieve their career goals.
CANTON CITY
Jill Hastings, education assistant, McGregor School – Jill is a new staff member and since she was hired, her daily schedule has changed to meet the needs of our students more than one time. Jill has such a positive attitude and has demonstrated flexibility, patience and professionalism daily.
Isaiah Wyatt, assistant principal, McKinley High School – He has been a tireless student advocate, taking the lead on the Reconnect Wednesdays that are held to build relationships and encourage participation in school activities. He's designed systems to provide senior interventions to ensure graduation, visited homes and families, and worked with the Cleveland Browns to improve attendance and provide positive behavior rewards.
CANTON LOCAL
Kim Rauschenbauch, educational paraprofessional – Kim currently serves as the librarian at Faircrest Memorial Middle School. Her passion for literacy shines through every time she assists students in choosing books. Kim has been a true team player, and her willingness to help out when needed is very much appreciated!
CENTRAL CATHOLIC
Dan Massarelli, head coach, baseball – Dan Massarelli is the head baseball coach for the Central Catholic Crusaders, leading the team to impressive seasons year after year. Perhaps more important than field success, he has been instrumental in the overall community's sense of pride in the Crusaders, under his leadership the Crusader ball fields has been designated one of the best fields in Stark County and he actively engages alumni by inviting them to games and special events, connecting current students with alumni which extends the traditions of Central Catholic across generations.
JACKSON LOCAL
Beth Lesco, cook's helper – Beth is a true and dedicated worker who strives for perfection in everything she attempts. She is very knowledgeable and constantly wants to learn bigger and better ways to help the program run without a hitch! Beth reaches out to her little clients, and always welcomes them with her beautiful smile. She is most definitely an asset to Strausser Elementary, and proud she is on our team!
LAKE CENTER CHRISTIAN
Breanne Faris, teacher assistant – Mrs. Faris serves as a teacher assistant in one of our Kindergarten classes. Her supportive, loving and gentle demeanor with our students reflects her consistent Christian walk.
Mary Lou Conley, business manager – Mrs. Conley's love for what she does is reflected in her diligence and hard work. She helps keep LCCS on track through her oversight of the school's financial program and policies. She assures our entire financial structure is run with integrity and a concern for our students, our employees and families.
LOUISVILLE CITY
Brandi Elder, cafeteria manager – Ms. Brandi Elder is our Repository Difference Maker. She has recently transitioned to the cafeteria manager here at LES. Brandi has hit the ground running with her new position. She works extremely hard to provide breakfast and lunch for our 950 students. Brandi is willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done. We are very blessed to have Brandi leading our cafeteria.
MARLINGTON LOCAL
Trish Worley, head custodian at Marlboro Elementary School – Mrs. Trish Worley is our outstanding head custodian at Marlboro Elementary School, as well as our district’s OAPSE president. Trish serves in all capacities with care and concern for students, staff, families and our community. Mrs. Worley offers endless support, patience, and service to both students and staff! She works tirelessly to provide excellent service with our facilities and in her relationships with our staff and students. Mrs. Worley is often asked or offers to take on extra roles and responsibilities at a moment’s notice. She embraces these requests and loves to participate in all building activities! Just two years ago she reopened a closed school to help make it into a refreshed and educational learning environment for our students and staff. Mrs. Worley, is an invaluable teammate to all of us at Marlboro Elementary School and we are grateful that you are part of our family!
MASSILLON CITY
Dave Hackenbracht, WHS groundskeeper – Dave Hackenbracht is the baseball, softball, indoor facility and high school groundskeeper. He constantly stays busy cleaning and upgrading and is willing to accept any new task he is given. We are lucky to have him at Massillon City Schools.
Bret Shunk, bus mechanic – Bret is an unsung hero in our Transportation Department. Bret is our outstanding mechanic who keeps our buses, vans, and trucks operational so the fleet is ready to get our students safely to school. Bret goes above and beyond to not only maintain the bus and van fleet, he is instrumental in helping to repair snow plow trucks and maintenance vehicles. Bret is an outstanding employee for Massillon City Schools.
NORTH CANTON CITY
Niki Strohmenger, librarian and PTO secretary – Mrs. Strohmenger is dedicated to creating a love for reading in every child at Clearmount Elementary School. She makes sure that each student has the chance to check out books of their interest as well as assisting the PTO in providing funds to enhance the learning experience at our school!
Terri Sheets, classroom aide and recess monitor – Mrs. Sheets is always willing to help our students succeed, whether it's assisting in a classroom or on the playground. She is dedicated to ensuring the safety of every child and finds ways to improve our school building.
Katie Wolff, attendance secretary – Mrs. Wolff is in her ninth year as the attendance secretary at Hoover High School. She routinely multitasks throughout the school day working with students, staff and parents. The demands of the attendance secretary have dramatically increased over the last few years yet Mrs. Wolff has met and exceeded those challenges! Thank you, Mrs. Wolff.
NORTHWEST LOCAL
Theresa Baughman, Middle School secretary – Mrs. Baughman is the middle school's hard-working, do-it-all secretary. Her ability to juggle several different tasks at once, and do them all well, makes her perfect for the job. Theresa takes the time to listen, clearly communicate, and offer help to fix any problem. Her dedication to Northwest students, staff and families is top notch. Thanks, Mrs. Baughman, for all you do!
OSNABURG LOCAL
Maria Mayle, Middle School secretary – Miss Mayle always takes time to go above and beyond for Osnaburg Local Schools. She greets every visitor that enters our building with a smile. Miss Mayle takes on many initiatives in our district to help improve our school climate and culture.
PLAIN LOCAL
Maria Gamble, bus aide – Maria Gamble is a bus aide but much more as she is a guardian angel to the students on her special needs route. She is known as a person who goes the extra mile in attending events, connecting with families and recognizing special events with the students on her route.
Tom Brabson, business manager – Tom Brabson is a legend in the Canton community, having worked in several school capacities for over 40 years. Mr. Brabson is someone who deeply cares about giving kids the very best. His efforts make a difference and we are blessed to have him in Plain Local.
ST. THOMAS AQUINAS
Sarah Jones, Spanish teacher – Sarah Jones is the Spanish teacher for St. Thomas Aquinas. In addition to offering students an engaging and energetic teaching style, she has been willing to volunteer her time to help with translating documents and letters to help STA better serve the Hispanic population.
STARK COUNTY CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
John Airhart, principal, St. Peter Catholic School – John Airhart serves as principal at St. Peter Catholic Elementary School. He is a principal who not only encourages our students to grow but also his staff. Mr. Airhart has made sure that we have the technology, curriculum, and staff needed to make this school year a success for our students. He is instrumental in ensuring we have a quality curriculum in place to teach students skills that will last a lifetime. In such a culturally diverse school, he has also ensured that we have the support we need for our ELL student population.
TUSLAW LOCAL
Rich Bossler, athletic announcer/volunteer – Rich is always willing to help out with our school activities to benefit our students and community at all times. Even after all of his children have graduated from Tuslaw, he is a constant helper within our community and school.
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Five questions with ... drainage specialist Rome Marinelli
Rome Marinelli is a drainage specialist at the Stark Soil & Water Conservation District and has been in the position since April 2021.
The district is one of 88 in Ohio, with each county having its own.
"Soil & Water Districts were born from the disastrous dust bowl in the 1930s," Marinelli said. "Since then, [districts] have been committed to conserving resources by working with farmers and producers, developers and construction crews, cities and townships and county residents."
He attended Kent State University and graduated in 2013 with an associate degree. He has worked in the natural resources field since 2017 with previous work as a horticulturist, landscaper, community advocate, grant writer, and president of a pollinator habitat nonprofit organization.
Marinelli and wife Amy have a dog named Wilson. He was born and raised in Tuscarawas County, in the countryside outside of New Philadelphia. Growing up in the country was an important factor in his choice of professions.
Would you detail the role and the importance of the Stark Soil & Water Conservation District in the county?
Specifically, district staff provide technical assistance to farmers to help them implement conservation best management practices and improve soil health on their farms.
They also make sure that developers and contractors for projects with one or more disturbed acres implement best management practices to ensure soils stay on site, erosion is minimized, and storm water is detained and treated.
Finally, through funding from the Stark County commissioners, the district assists residents, cities, townships, and others with their drainage concerns.
What are some of your regular duties as a drainage specialist?
As the drainage specialist, I am responsible for helping residents of Stark County with drainage concerns, whether that is runoff, ponding water in the backyard, neighbor’s downspouts, stream erosion, or flooding.
I provide technical advice and resources to residents to help them manage their situation. While I do not install drainage systems, I am able to utilize my knowledge of gray and green infrastructure to provide potential solutions to the issues they are experiencing.
When residents call in, I work to better understand their issue, what resources they have available to them, and how they can best manage their issue. Sometimes I walk their property with them and provide location maps showing contours (the natural drainage of the area), existing public storm sewer systems, soil types (how soils impact drainage), flood zones, and conceptual plans (how and where to implement what concept).
What led you personally to become involved with soil and water conservation efforts?
Having grown up in the country, I was quick to develop an attachment to nature.
We had a creek that ran through the back portion of our property — one of my favorite places to explore as a kid. Seeing firsthand the relationship between plants and animals, and their relationship with the stream and stream bank showed me just how interwoven and delicate their relationship is within their community and with the world around them.
Observing all of this as child and into adulthood has built the framework for my perspective and has led me to work toward protecting our natural resources.
Why is it important to conserve water in the area and beyond?
We all live downstream. From residents to aquatic life, what we do upstream can have a serious impact on downstream life. Keeping pollutants out of storm drains and waterways ensures healthy life for all who are downstream of us.
Would you share some of the water conservation recommendations you make to residents of Stark County?
I enjoy teaching people about green infrastructure as solutions to their issue. Green infrastructure uses plants, soil, and storage (often all three) to capture and treat storm water runoff.
Many times, people have an issue with water coming onto their property from a neighboring property. This water is called storm water runoff; a product of rain or snowmelt.
As this water travels across surfaces, it picks up pollutants such as fertilizer, debris, pet waste, oils, salts, grease, etc., and often ends up in storm sewer systems and ultimately in waterways.
By using green infrastructure, you can achieve multiple benefits. A rain garden, for example, is a bowl-shaped garden that’s landscaped with deep-rooted native plants. It captures and temporarily detains runoff while allowing the water to infiltrate into the soil.
Green infrastructure offers beautiful and creative solutions to often messy and ugly situations. Sometimes it takes multiple green infrastructure practices to manage someone’s drainage issue. Additionally, green infrastructure can be used in conjunction with gray infrastructure (traditional piped system to convey water).
Green infrastructure isn’t for everyone, but it works well at turning an eyesore into something remarkable.
Some other water conservation practices I recommend include installing a rain barrel, keeping storm drains clear of debris, planting native plants to increase infiltration of storm water, and avoiding excessive salt applications during the winter.
Editor's note: Five questions with ... is a Sunday feature that showcases a member of the Stark County community. If you'd like to recommend someone to participate, send an email to newsroom@cantonrep.com.
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Stark County roundup: News from around the Canton region
Political strategists at Mount Union
ALLIANCE – The University of Mount Union’s Schooler Lecture on April 21 will feature political strategists Donna Brazile and Ana Navarro.
Brazile is the former interim chair of the Democratic National Committee and a current Fox News contributor. Brazile has worked on every major presidential campaign since 1976, and in 2000, she became the first African American woman to serve as the manager of a major party presidential campaign, running the campaign of former Vice President Al Gore.
Navarro is a well-known Republican strategist; political analyst for CNN, CNN en Español, and Telemundo; and co-host of ABC's "The View." Navarro most recently served as the national Hispanic co-chair for Gov. Jon Huntsman’s 2012 campaign and the national co-chair of John McCain’s Hispanic Advisory Council in 2008, where she was also the national surrogate for the McCain 2008 campaign.
The event will be in the Timken Gymnasium of the McPherson Academic and Athletic Complex on Mount Union’s campus and is open to the public. For more information, and to receive complimentary tickets, visit mountunion.edu/schooler-lecture-2022 or call 330-829-6120.
Three Stooges Film Fest set
CANTON – The Canton Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N, will hold a Three Stooges Film Fest at 7:30 p.m. Saturday.
Four Three Stooges film shorts will be shown. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $10.
Beatles’ music on Saturday
CANTON – Guest artist Jeans N Classics will perform the music of the Beatles’ "Abbey Road" album at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Zimmerman Symphony Center, 2331 17th St. NW.
The concert will include the album’s most iconic pieces, "Come Together," "Hey Jude" and "Here Comes the Sun." For tickets, which are $25, $35 and $55, call 330-452-2094, email boxoffice@cantonsymphony.org or visit https://www.cantonsymphony.org/abbey-road/.
Mindful wellness sessions
DOVER – The Dover Public Library will host Christine Kendle, the family and consumer sciences educator for Ohio State University Extension in Tuscarawas County, as she offers the third session of a four-part series about mindfulness.
The session will be at 6:30 p.m. Monday in the library’s community room, 525 N. Walnut St. Each session focuses on a different aspect of mindful wellness. During this session, participants will become more aware of intentional, thoughtful eating and the delight that food can bring to one’s life experience.
Register online at www.doverlibrary.org or call the library at 330-343-6123.
Library talk about Carter Family
DOVER – The Dover Public Library will host Steve Ball and his wife, Lisa, on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. to tell the story of the origin of the trio from southern Virginia who became known as the Carter Family.
They will sing songs that made the Carter family a part of the "Big Bang" of country music in the 1920s and throughout the path of their career.
The Carter Family was an American folk music group that recorded between 1927 and 1956. Even after the original trio of Sara Carter, her husband, A.P. Carter, and her sister-in-law Maybelle Carter broke up, members of the extended Carter family continued performing into the 1960s, when folk music enjoyed a revival.
Steve Ball, a musician from Columbus, specializes in the music of the American Civil War, having devoted 20 years to studying the music of this era. Lisa accompanies Steve on the upright bass and provides vocal harmonies. She also plays the piano, guitar and autoharp.
The program will be held in the community room at the library, 525 N. Walnut St. Register at www.doverlibrary.org or call the library at 330-343-6123.
Military collectors at MAPS
GREEN – The North Coast Military Collectors Spring Show will be held at the MAPS Air Museum, 2260 International Parkway, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 10.
This year’s show features more than 290 tables of field gear, patches, ephemera, insignia, weapons, uniforms and more from all eras and numerous countries. Meet collectors, artists, authors and local veterans. Admission is $5 and includes admission to the museum as well as the show.
Collingsworth Family concert
HARTVILLE – The Hartville Kitchen, 1015 Edison St. NW, will host the Collingsworth Family for a dinner concert for two shows Thursday and Friday. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner is at 6 p.m. and the concert is at 7 p.m.
For more information, call the ticket office at 330-877-9353 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, or visit https://www.hartvillekitchen.com/events.
Activist Erin Brockovich to speak
JACKSON TWP. – Erin Brockovich, consumer advocate and environmental activist, will speak at 7:30 p.m. April 13 as part of Kent State University at Stark’s Featured Speakers Series.
Her lecture will be held in Timken Great Hall at the Kent State University at Stark Conference Center. Doors open at 6:45 p.m.
Pick up tickets in the Office of Student Services, 132 Main Hall, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Friday.
The Featured Speakers Series is free and open to the public, but tickets are required and limited to two per person. Ticket distribution is first-come, first-served. No phone or email reservations will be taken, nor will tickets be mailed. All tickets are general admission. For disability accommodations, email starkcmc@kent.edu.
Photo exhibit at Massillon Museum
MASSILLON – The public is invited to submit photographs Tuesday through April 17 during regular Massillon Museum hours for "Clicking for a Cause," a show that will be on view at the museum between April 30 and June 15.
The exhibition is intended to raise funds for the American Cancer Society. Photographers will donate their work for the exhibition. Each image will be offered for sale at $25, with the entire sale amount donated to the American Cancer Society.
Travel, nature, still life, action, human interest, portraits and creative images in color and black and white are all welcome. Photographs must be 8x10 images secured within 11x14 mats. Many will be installed on the walls; remaining photographs will be available for viewing in a rack in the museum’s lobby. Visit massillonmuseum.org for donation specifications. Unsold work may be picked up at the end of the show.
A free public reception will be held during Massillon’s Last Saturday event, April 30, from 5 to 7 p.m., when the Massillon Museum will extend its hours.
Learn about restoring older houses
MASSILLON – The Massillon Public Library, 208 Lincoln Way E, in partnership with the Massillon Local History and Genealogical Society, will hold a free panel-led discussion Wednesday focused on restoring older houses.
The program in the main library's auditorium will be from 1 to 2 p.m., with the Massillon Local History and Genealogical Society meeting from 2 to 3 p.m. The panel is made up of a variety of experience and perspectives ranging from professional to DIY and includes Matt Sibila, David Darnell and Eric Myers.
Registration is required. Visit www.massillonlibrary.org to register. For more information, contact Christine Bowman at 330-832-9831, ext. 350, or bowmanch@massillonlibrary.org.
Learn about food gardening
MASSILLON – The Massillon Public Library will host two sessions of a Food Gardening Education Series from 1 to 2:30 p.m. April 12 and April 26 in the auditorium, 208 Lincoln Way E.
The topics for April are seed starting and garden planting. The Food Gardening Education Series is presented by the Ohio State University Extension Stark County Master Gardener Volunteer Program from March through May.
Registration is required and ends at 11:59 p.m. April 10; visit www.massillonlibrary.org to register. For more information, contact Miranda Greathouse at greatmi@massillonlibrary.org or 330-832-9831, ext. 304.
Chorus for a Cause concert Saturday
MASSILLON – A Chorus for a Cause will perform a concert called "We Salute You" at 7 p.m. April 9 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 127 Cherry Road NE.
The concert is to pay tribute to veterans and military families. No ticket is necessary, but a suggested donation of $10 to $15 (cash or check only) will benefit the Military Family Center. Check www.achorusforacause.org for up-to-date information.
Handbell choir to perform
NORTH CANTON – The Harmony Ringers handbell choir will perform a variety of songs from popular movies at 6 p.m. April 10 at Faith United Methodist Church, 300 Ninth St. NW.
The concert is free, but goodwill donations will be accepted to help the group maintain its handbells.
New location for Farmers’ Market
NORTH CANTON – The North Canton Farmers’ Market will be held 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays in April at the North Canton Civic Center, 845 W. Maple St.
Get your dog or cat vaccinated free
PLAIN TWP. – Pawsitive Ohio and Pawsitive Hope are partnering with national nonprofit Petco Love for a free pet vaccine event on Saturday.
Pawsitive Ohio aims to vaccinate 500 dogs and 500 cats through this effort. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Stark County Board of Developmental Disabilities building, 2950 Whipple Ave. NW.
The organizations also will be offering microchipping and rabies vaccines for $10 each, along with local pet wellness resources on hand. Vaccines distributed through the Petco Love initiative will be the DAPPv Canine and HCP Feline vaccines. Dogs must be on a secure six-foot leash, and cats must be in carriers at all times.
For more information, visit pawsitiveohio.org.
Vox Audio concert Saturday
PLAIN TWP. – Vox Audio, an auditioned unaccompanied performance ensemble of 16 singers, will present Legends, a concert of imaginative arrangements of hit songs by influential and unforgettable music icons.
Performances will be at 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday at GlenOak Performing Arts Center, 1801 Schneider St. NE. General admission is $15. For tickets and more information, visit www.singstark.org.
Sebring alumni sets annual brunch
SEBRING – The Sebring Alumni Association will hold its annual brunch April 23.
Paula Wayt and Craig Andrews are this year's Distinguished Alumni honorees and will be inducted during the alumni brunch to be held at the Almost Home Banquet Center. Wayt and Andrews will be speakers at the event. The community is invited.
Tickets are $20 per person. Attendees will be offered a buffet menu and may purchase 50/50 raffle tickets. Proceeds from the raffle benefit the Alumni Associations Scholarship Fund. Brunch reservation forms are available in the March issue of The Alumni Link newsletter, accessible at www.sebring.k12.oh.us; click on the Alumni tab. Deadline for brunch reservations is April 11.
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North Canton eyes next project with $2.5 million bond issuance
NORTH CANTON – The city is raising $2.5 million through a new bond issue for a future, undisclosed development, as the latest step in North Canton’s ongoing land development effort.
The bond, which was approved by City Council unanimously this week, is intended to be used to purchase a parcel of land as part of the city’s land banking strategy, which will then be sold for development when the city finds a buyer.
The bond has a 1.4% interest rate, something that North Canton Director of Administration Patrick De Orio said was important for the city to take advantage of now, as the Federal Reserve is currently in the process of considering raising interest rates in the near future.
"As we're wrapping up the Kmart thing, it's time to focus on what is our next project, hence the $2.5 million that we're looking for," De Orio said. "Eventually, when that project is ready to roll off the books and we're able to pay off the bond anticipation notes, we want to have something else in our sights, because we think that is the way we're going to sustain the city's growth in the future."
De Orio declined to provide a timeline or details of the negotiations surrounding what the $2.5 million might go toward.
"Every economic development project is undisclosed; you don't get feedback from the community or otherwise you wouldn't have a project," De Orio said. "The state of Ohio didn't land Intel by going out and getting feedback from people who lived in Franklin County. We're kind of entrusted to do economic development."
Meijer deal still in the works
The new bond was approved by the council at the same time that an older bond, for $4.5 million, was reissued. That $4.5 million, originally issued a year ago, was used to secure 31 acres along North Main Street between Applegrove and Stratavon Street, including the former Kmart property.
The city is in the process of selling a portion of that property to grocery chain Meijer for a proposed superstore, but that deal, which is still in negotiation, will not be complete until after the original bond is set to expire, at which point the city would’ve had to pay for the debt.
Instead, they reissued the bond for another year at the 1.4% interest rate, which De Orio said will be paid for once the property sells.
"We're really about trying to keep our income tax rate where it's at, which is one and a half percent," De Orio said. "And one way to do that is to try to get more players within the community here so that they can share and that helps stretch those dollars and not have to go back to people and ask them to pay more."
At-large council member Daryl Revoldt said the city anticipates that income from the project — in terms of property taxes paid by the future landowners and income tax from those who work at the jobs the city hopes development will bring — will exceed expenses.
Land-banking efforts key to city's development goals
Both bond issues are the latest moves in North Canton’s recent investment in land-banking, or buying up properties for future use even without guaranteed buyers.
Revoldt said that effort started in earnest about three years ago.
"One of the things we've learned is that if we don't control the site, we get what the developer gives us," he said. "And they may or may not always be in the best interest of the city."
Much of the "banked" land is owned by the North Canton Community Improvement Corp., a nonprofit lead by city officials with the stated goal of promoting and advancing development for the city.
The CIC is listed as the owner of at least six parcels on the Stark County auditor's website, though some of the banked land may also be owned by the city. Many of these properties are along Main Street, which has been a focus for development in recent years.
Revoldt said council and the administration are well-aligned with regards to the development goals for the city, and have an agreed upon set of principles to guide land acquisition and development pursuits. Chief among these principles, he said, are the jobs that projects can bring and the property tax that can be generated.
"We have agreed upon a common objective. We have criteria. We've got experts, we're trying to be good stewards," Revoldt said. "We're trying to be visionary. We're attempting to make sure that we don't miss opportunities."
Sam Zern can be reached at szern@cantonrep.com or 330-580-8322. You can also find her on Twitter at @sam_zern.
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Charita Goshay: WWE antics overshadow Ohio voters' concerns
Not that you need more evidence, but the recent shouting match between Senate candidates Josh Mandel and Mike Gibbons is further proof that your paw-paw's Republican Party has gone the way of the "Lawrence Welk Show."
Once upon a time, Republicanism meant Abraham Lincoln, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Jack Kemp, Clare Boothe Luce and George H.W. Bush, a prep-school blueblood who once let himself be talked into pretending he was a regular Joe who liked country music.
In 2022, Theodore Roosevelt couldn't get elected precinct captain.
The central theme of Mandel's campaign appears to be that he's a Marine veteran. While such service is admirable, voters need more. Richard Nixon and Joe McCarthy, after all, were veterans.
It's what led to the dust-up between Mandel and Gibbons, a millionaire businessman who blasted Mandel for his lack of private-sector experience, which Mandel took as a knock on his military service.
It wasn't, of course, but why let nuance derail a chance to come off as a tough guy?
Ohio's Republican Senate primary has been one long reality-TV show with candidates body-checking one another for the privilege of kneeling before the throne of someone who isn't even a Republican.
Had Donald Trump thought he could run and win as a Democrat — or as a member of the Galactic Republic — he would have done it.
Holding hostages
The former president's commitment to the Republican Party's bedrock principles of family values, fiscal conservatism and personal responsibility runs about as deep as dishwater.
More:Charita Goshay: The audacity of mopes
Yet, he's holding hostages. Consider the curious case of J.D. Vance, whose compelling story of overcoming family dysfunction and poverty is just the kind narrative pragmatic Ohioans love.
A former Never-Trumper who once remarked, "My God, what an idiot," Vance now kisses the ring.
More:U.S. Senate candidate J.D. Vance makes campaign stop in East Canton
But given that his chances of winning are slim and none, and slim's out of town, he might just as well own it.
Mark Dolan was the only one brave enough to raise his hand last week when the question was asked if the candidates believe Joe Biden is the duly-elected president of the United States.
If Dolan loses, it won't be for reasons having to do with Biden or Trump; it'll be because fans are annoyed at his family's penchant for clipping coupons when it comes to the Cleveland Guardians' payroll, which is tighter than wallpaper.
More:Charita Goshay: The audacity of mopes
The only reason Mandel and Gibbons didn't get into a full-out fight is because the moderator stepped between them.
Mandel might be a Marine veteran, but Gibbons never took a step back.
He looks solid, like a stevedore with a $200 haircut.
Yoga pants
Candidate Jane Timken isn't throwing hands like the guys, but she's boasting that she has the support of former Trump campaign adviser Corey Lewandowski, an operative so skeevy that even MAGA World sent him into Time Out after he allegedly wouldn't stop harassing the wife of a big donor.
More:Charita Goshay: Faux populism is worse than none
Timken is smarter than this, so why is she scraping the barrel like some ward heeler?
Guess.
Yet despite this malarky, a Republican still could win in November due to how the Democrats constantly contort themselves to be all things to all people. The party has drifted from its roots so that it functions less like a donkey kick, and more like a boutique that carries avocado potpourri and yoga pants for cats.
The Mandel-Gibbons incident overshadows the fact that Ohio has real challenges.
The World Population Review has us ranked 32nd on the list of most-educated states.
According to the Columbus Dispatch, the U.S. Justice Department named the FirstEnergy bribery scandal as the top corruption case in the country in 2021, which is saying something considering that New York, Chicago and New Orleans are still part of the U.S.
HireAHelper reports that Ohio ranked eighth in the nation for people moving out in 2021, with a net loss of 35%, which means we can't even give away good jobs.
Campaigning will never be a dance recital, but voters deserve serious and substantive candidates who are willing to elevate the conversation and trust that voters will follow.
Washington, D.C., is home to the Pentagon, not the Octagon.
Charita M. Goshay is a Canton Repository staff writer and a member of the editorial board. Reach her at 330-580-8313 or charita.goshay@cantonrep.com. On Twitter: @cgoshayREP
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Commentary: Teach children to care for nature
"For in the end, we will conserve only what we love, we will love only what we understand, and we will understand only what we are taught."
These words were said by Baba Dioum, a Senegalese conservationist speaking before the International Union for Conservation of Nature in 1968.
I first heard these words while attending a workshop for outdoor educators in the early 1990s. They have guided my work as a volunteer park naturalist, camp nature counselor, leader of birdwatching walks, bluebird trail monitor and in interactions with my family, friends, and anyone else with whom I could share my love of nature.
My initial reaction to these words was that they were somewhat out of order because I loved nature long before I learned how to identify birds, or the importance of trees to our environment, or even what a habitat is.
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Then I realized I had been taught this love when as a toddler. I would sit on the front lawn with my mother to make clover chains. She would guide me, carefully, in watching the bees that came to the clover and noticing the different kinds we saw.
It didn't matter what kind they were, just that there were many different ones. We would talk about the various birds that would visit out crabapple tree, and follow the trail of ants as they marched across the lawn and driveway.
My yard was my classroom, my parents were my teachers. The birds, the trees, the bugs, the weeds were my subjects. I did not learn many specifics in these early classes; instead I learned wonder, curiosity and awe.
It is these elements that we need to pass on to our children, students, and friends. The rest will follow.
With curiosity, children will learn. If they are amazed and awed by what is learned, they will dig deeper which brings understanding. The understanding brings love. Though I think for me the love came first.
It was the deep love I had for exploring the woods, turning over rocks in creeks, and lying on the front lawn at night with my father as he showed me constellations that led me to eventually understand that to always have these things in my life, I must act.
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If I want to continue to hear birds sing, I must lead others to care about birds. If I am concerned about having clean water and clean air, I must let my government representatives know of my concern. And if I don't want our forests to be destroyed, I must limit my use of the products that consume these resources.
There are many facts and ideals that as adults we should attempt to pass on to our children; I believe that the most vital of these is a love of nature.
Without this love, this understanding of how important it is to care for the natural world, we are doomed to destroy it. Then everything else that we thought was so important won't matter at all.
You don't need a knowledge of all the wonderful things that are to be found in your own yard. Just know that they are indeed wonderful. Start from there.
Use the curiosity that children are born with and explore. As you explore, your child (or grandchild, niece, nephew, neighbor) will learn and you will learn. My mother knew little about bees or bugs or birds. My father knew little about the night sky. We learned together.
Our lives were better for it and yours will be also. Together, we can all make the world better.
Laura Dornan is a member of the Canton Audubon Society. The group meets the third Wednesday of the month, September through May at Stark Parks Exploration Gateway at 7 p.m. Meetings are free and open to the public. Visit www.CantonAudubon.org.
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Stark, Summit libraries' listings for April 3
Fiction
Children
“Five Little Easter Bunnies,” by Martha Mumford – Join five little Easter bunnies as they set off on an exciting lift-the-flap Easter egg hunt. Help the bunnies find and count five delicious eggs as they climb trees, peek into nests, and look under leaves. Young readers will need to lift the flaps to find the tasty prizes, and there might be some surprises along the way too! This joyful, interactive book is packed with adorable bunnies, lambs, chicks, and ducklings. Get ready for non-stop Easter fun in this beautifully illustrated read-aloud full of springtime joy.
Teens
“The Book of Living Secrets,” by Madeleine Roux – No matter how different best friends Adelle and Connie are, one thing they’ve always had in common is their love of a little-known gothic romance novel called Moira. So, when the girls are tempted by a mysterious man to enter the world of the book, they hardly suspect it will work. But suddenly they are in the world of Moira, living among characters they’ve obsessed about for years. Except…all is not how they remembered it. The world has been turned upside down: The lavish balls and star-crossed love affairs are now interlaced with unspeakable horrors. The girls realize that something dark is lurking behind their foray into fiction – and they will have to rewrite their own arcs if they hope to escape this nightmare with their lives.
Adults
“Sea of Tranquility,” by Emily St. John Mandel – Edwin St. Andrew is eighteen years old when he crosses the Atlantic by steamship, exiled from polite society following an ill-conceived diatribe at a dinner party. He enters the forest, spellbound by the beauty of the Canadian wilderness, and suddenly hears the notes of a violin echoing in an airship terminal – an experience that shocks him to his core. Two centuries later a famous writer named Olive Llewellyn is on a book tour. She's traveling all over Earth, but her home is the second moon colony, a place of white stone, spired towers, and artificial beauty. Within the text of Olive's best-selling pandemic novel lies a strange passage: a man plays his violin for change in the echoing corridor of an airship terminal as the trees of a forest rise around him. When Gaspery-Jacques Roberts, a detective in the black-skied Night City, is hired to investigate an anomaly in the North American wilderness, he uncovers a series of lives upended: The exiled son of an earl driven to madness, a writer trapped far from home as a pandemic ravages Earth, and a childhood friend from the Night City who, like Gaspery himself, has glimpsed the chance to do something extraordinary that will disrupt the timeline of the universe.
Non-fiction
Children
“The Book of Questions: Libro de las Preguntas: Selections/Selecciones,” by Pablo Neruda – Holding the wonder and mystery of childhood and the experience and knowing that come with growing up, these questions are by turns lyrical, strange, surreal, spiritual, historical, and political. They foreground the natural world, and their curiosity transcends all logic; and because they are paradoxes and riddles that embrace the limits of our ability to know, they engage with human freedom in the deepest way, removing the burden and constraint that somehow, we are meant to have answers to every question. Gorgeously, cosmically illustrated by Paloma Valdivia, here Neruda's questions, already visual in themselves, gain a double visuality that makes them even more palpable and resonant. So clearly rooted in Chilean landscapes as they are, the questions are revealed as a communion with nature and its mysteries.
Teens
“And We Rise: The Civil Rights Movement in Poems,” by Erica Martin – In stunning verse and vivid use of white space, Erica Martin's debut poetry collection walks readers through the Civil Rights Movement – from the well-documented events that shaped the nation’s treatment of Black people, beginning with the "Separate but Equal" ruling – and introduces lesser-known figures and moments that were just as crucial to the Movement and our nation's centuries-long fight for justice and equality. A poignant, and powerful collection that is both a history lesson and much-needed conversation starter in our modern world. Complete with historical photographs, author's note, chronology of events, research, and sources.
Adults
“Ways and Means: Lincoln and His Cabinet and the Financing of the Civil War,” by Roger Lowenstein – From renowned journalist Roger Lowenstein, a revelatory financial investigation into how Lincoln and his administration used the funding of the Civil War as the catalyst to centralize the government and accomplish the most far-reaching reform in the country’s history. Upon his election to the presidency, Abraham Lincoln inherited a country in crisis. Even before the Confederacy’s secession, the United States Treasury had run out of money. The government had no authority to raise taxes, no federal bank, no currency. But amid unprecedented troubles Lincoln saw opportunity – the chance to legislate in the centralizing spirit of the “more perfect union” that had first drawn him to politics. With Lincoln at the helm, the United States would now govern “for” its people: it would enact laws, establish a currency, raise armies, underwrite transportation and higher education, assist farmers, and impose taxes for them. Roger Lowenstein reveals the largely untold story of how Lincoln used the urgency of the Civil War to transform a union of states into a nation. Through a financial lens, he explores how this second American revolution, led by Lincoln, his cabinet, and a Congress studded with towering statesmen, changed the direction of the country, and established a government of the people, by the people, and for the people.
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Ask the Rational Investor: Finding defensive value stocks
The first quarter of 2022 has been off to a wild start with the Federal Reserve now starting to address rising inflation and the Russian conflict in Ukraine.
Growth stocks with expensive valuations reacted to current events with fast price drops, correcting, in many cases, irrational valuations. Many of these companies had recently undergone initial public offerings with little revenue and no profit.
Over the last several years, defensive companies with long histories of profit and sales growth, and conservative balance sheets, have lagged their growth peers. This trend likely has ended, as Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell is widely expected to increase interest rates by at least 1.50% over the next 12 months.
Low-risk bonds will start offering a more attractive return and will compete with stocks for investment allocations. This trend is likely in the early phases and could easily last five to 10 years, or more.
What worked in the past is gradually shifting to more defensive, low-valuation companies less sensitive to rising interest rates; a focus on investments with stable and growing dividends, and balance sheets that can weather a recession.
Home Depot fits this description with a dividend yield of around 2.40% or $6.60 per share for the fiscal year 2022. Stock analysts expect Home Depot to grow its dividend to $9.60 per share by 2027, which seems reasonable considering the company’s profitability, stable sales growth, and defensive competitive position relative to e-commerce.
Another company highlighted in February 2021’s Ask the Rational Investor is United Parcel Service, led by Carol Tome, formerly the CFO of Home Depot. Since becoming CEO in June 2020, UPS has improved financial performance and capital stewardship. We think improved profitability will continue over the next several years. Dividends along the way will provide a nice return of around 2.8% currently or $5.99 per share for 2022 and are expected to rise to $7.74 per share by 2026.
“Don’t fight the fed” may be more true in today’s world than it has been for many years in the past!
Sources: Company reports, Factset
Beese Fulmer Private Wealth Management was founded in 1980 and is one of Stark County’s oldest and largest investment management firms. The company serves high-net-worth individuals, families, and non-profits, and has been ranked as one of the largest money managers in Northeast Ohio.
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Kendal Rautzhan: Share these important books on race with kids
Several years ago, I worked part-time as a life coach for first through third grade students. The lessons were thirty minutes long, which meant it was important to get to the point in an entertaining way that would drive the lesson home and would be remembered.
One lesson that really resonated with the kids was when I asked them to form a circle, push up their sleeves, and extend their arms so we could look at all the different colors of skin in the classroom. There were no two skin colors that were the same, and we talked about how ridiculous it would be not to be friends with someone because of their skin color.
The books reviewed today address this in a variety of important ways. It’s an important topic if we are to eventually erase the concept that one race is better than another. Coupled with your example and conversations, we just might achieve this goal.
Books to borrow
The following book is available at many public libraries.
“The Other Side,” by Jacqueline Woodson, illustrated by E. B. Lewis, Putnam, 32 pages
Read aloud: Age 4 and older.
Read yourself: Age 7-8 and older.
Clover lived in a yellow house. Not too far away was a long fence that stretched through the town. Clover’s mama told her not to climb over the fence. White people lived on the other side, and it wasn’t safe.
In the house beyond the fence lived a girl who looked to be Clover’s age. Every morning that girl climbed up on the fence and stared over at Clover. Sometimes Clover stared back.
One day, Clover felt braver than she ever had before. She went over to the fence and the girls began to talk. The girl’s name was Annie, and the two of them confided that their mothers had told each of them not to cross over the fence. No one ever said they couldn’t sit on it, though, and the two new friends decided that was exactly what they were going to do.
Beautifully written and perfectly paired with evocative illustrations, this is a powerful story about racial tensions, bravery, and the wisdom of children.
Librarian’s choice
Library: North Canton Public Library, 185 N. Main St., North Canton
Library director: Andrea Legg
Children’s department head: Jamie Macris
Choices this week: “Abe Lincoln’s Dream,” by Lane Smith; “The One and Only Ivan,” by Katherine Applegate; “Twice as Good: The Story of William Powell and Clearview, the Only Golf Course Designed, Built, and Owned by an African American,” by Richard Michelson
Books to Buy
The following books are available at favorite bookstores.
“I Color Myself Different,” by Colin Kaepernick, illustrated by Eric Wilkerson, Scholastic, 2022, 36 pages, $18.99 hardcover
Read aloud: Age 4-8.
Read yourself: Age 7-8.
Author Colin Kaepernick grew up to be a Super Bowl quarterback, but when he was five years old, he had no idea what his future would be. Rather, what seemed a fun kindergarten assignment turned out to be a pivotal moment for him, then and throughout his life.
The assignment was for the students to draw a picture of their families. Colin got to work on his picture, and when it was time to color it, he accurately colored his white adoptive parents, brother, and sister with a yellow crayon, and then colored himself with a brown crayon. When his classmates asked why Colin colored himself differently from the other members of his family, he was startled. Then he recalled his mother telling him that when they adopted him as a baby, he made their family whole, and that they share the same love regardless of what color anyone’s skin is. And with pride, Colin knew then and there that he colored himself “... different for all the world to see.”
Based on real events in young Colin’s life, "I Color Myself Different" is a sensational, upbeat book and a solid nod to the importance of self-discovery and staying true to one’s self.
“Our Skin: A First Conversation About Race,” by Megan Madison and Jessica Ralli, illustrated by Isabel Roxas, Rise X Penguin Workshop, 2021, 38 pages, $8.99 board book
Read aloud: Age 2/3-5.
Read yourself: Age 6/7-8.
Skin comes in many different colors and tones, but how do we start and continue conversations with children about skin color, racism, and how we need to learn to accept others regardless of their skin color? Without a doubt, "Our Skin: A First Conversation About Race" is an excellent place to start.
This important book is comprehensive without being overdone, is honest, realistic, and provides tangible information for both parent and child to lay a solid foundation toward a better understanding of racism and how young and old alike can help eradicate it.
Ultimately a hopeful, upbeat book, "Our Skin: A First Conversation About Race" should be on every public and private bookshelf.
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Straight Talk: Watch out for 'free roof inspections'
Better Business Bureau serving Canton Region and Greater West Virginia offer tips and advice for consumers to avoid fraudulent practices.
With the warmer weather and summer storms, roofing scams become more common. This spring, BBB Scam Tracker is already receiving shady “free” roof inspections reports. Homeowners should be on the lookout for these cons.
How the scam works
You receive a call, or a person shows up at the door claiming to represent a roofing company. According to recent Scam Tracker reports, con artists often use the name of the state (i.e. Minnesota or Texas) plus “Roofing” or “Construction” as their business name.
The “roofer” offers a free inspection. Why do you ask? The person may claim that their company is working on a neighbor’s home and is offering inspections to those living nearby. But if you ask questions about where the business is located or how their services work, you’ll most likely be met with vague answers, or, if you are speaking on the phone, they may simply hang up.
You accept the free inspection, and the “inspector” shows up at your house. If they don’t find enough wear and tear to merit a whole new roof, they may fabricate it, by tearing off shingles to mimic wind damage. Or they may simply show you pictures of someone else’s damaged roof. Don’t hire this company! Any repairs done by such a dishonest business are not likely to be high quality.
How to avoid roofing scams
• Beware of unsolicited offers. Most scams begin with a contractor who “just happens to be in the area” and notices your roof or home has the appearance of needing repairs from the outside. Roofing scams typically increase in frequency after a powerful storm, so stay alert.
• Get your insurance company to inspect your roof. Filing a claim with your insurance company goes on your record and could affect future claims or your continued coverage. Before signing any paperwork or contracts with a roofing company, have your insurance company come out for an inspection to verify the need for repairs or replacements.
• Research roofing companies before you hire. Look at a company’s business rating on BBB.org. Keep a close eye on previous reviews and any other consumers’ complaints. This is one of the best ways to know if a roofing company is reputable or just a cover for a scam.
For more information
To learn more about hiring a roofing company, see BBB.org/Roofers. You can also find valuable information at BBB.org/AvoidScams. If you’ve been the victim of a roofing scam, report it on BBB Scam Tracker immediately. Your report will help alert others to the danger.
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Astronaut, Canton library speaker says space is model for peace on Earth
High above the Earth's atmosphere, floating in space, Nicole Stott recalled peering through the window of the International Space Station and observing planet Earth from hundreds of miles away.
"I don't think anything prepares you for it," she said during a phone interview in advance of Tuesday's appearance at the Canton Palace Theatre as a guest speaker of the Stark County Library. "Not the pictures, not the videos, not your conversations with the crewmates who have flown before.
"To float up out of your seat, first of all, is a little bit mind boggling," she added. "You know it's coming, but you can't wait for your body to lift out of the seat just with a gentle touch on the frame of the chair.
"The first place you want to go is a window ... and I just remember (thinking), 'I'm here, and I live (on Earth),'" Stott continued.
Then she thought, "Holy moly, I live on a planet. This is the kind of thing we've known since we were kids, but it's right there, in your face, (and) there's no denying it."
Astronaut Nicole Stott: 'We all struggle with — how can anything I personally do make a difference?'
Traveling to space, and spending a total of 104 days there, has impacted Stott profoundly. In her 2021 book, "Back to Earth: What Life in Space Taught Me About Our Home Planet — And Our Mission to Protect It," the retired astronaut writes about how we shouldn't lose sight of the planet's environmental fragility while reminding us of our collective responsibility as its caretakers.
"Every person does have a role," she said. "I think that's something we all struggle with — how can anything I personally do make a difference? But it very much is a (group) kind of thing, and every action will have an impact."
Stott's 6:30 p.m. presentation is part of the Dr. Audrey Lavin Speaking of Books Author Series. A question-and-answer session and book signing will follow. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. at the Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N.
Admission is free but reservations are required by visiting: https://starklibrary.org/ or calling 330-452-0665.
Cosmonauts and astronauts
Stott flew on the Space Shuttle in 2009 and 2011 before boarding the International Space Station both times.
Relying on crewmates during space missions is comparable to the people of Earth working together to be good stewards of a planet that is designed to support human life, she said.
Camaraderie and teamwork occurred both inherently and out of necessity on the space station, Stott said.
Asked about her space station experience in light of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the ongoing war, Stott said she worked with astronauts from Russia, Canada, Japan and other countries.
"I think one of the greatest gifts that our space program has given us is our ability to cooperate in some ways that we're not able to manage here on Earth," she said. "... We have been working together literally hand in hand ... for more than 20 years peacefully and successfully."
Those who are currently aboard the space station are not isolated from world events, Stott noted.
"I'd imagine ... they are having those same conversations (that people have around their dinner tables at home)," she said. "And they're having them and reflecting."
The question becomes "how do we allow what we do in space together to be this beacon, this example of the ways we should be behaving here on Earth."
Climate change
People don't have to experience the wonders of zero gravity to appreciate the planet's preciousness and not take it for granted, Stott said. Through her words and by sharing her experience, Stott hopes to inspire others "to find their personal call to action" to help combat climate change and protect the environment.
"That thin blue atmosphere (of Earth) is like the hull of our spaceship, and you see it so clearly from that vantage point," she said.
As for her book, she said it wasn't intended to be a memoir.
"And although there are anecdotal ... kinds of things in there that I think are appropriate ...," she said. "I really wanted people to get a better sense of what the International Space Station has been all about, and really not necessarily from the technological side ... but more of how we have built this mechanical life support system on Earth to mimic best what Earth does naturally.
"... From the beginning, it struck me as such a wonderful example of how we should be doing things down here on 'Space Ship Earth.'"
Stott referenced the monumental moment during the Apollo 8 mission in 1968 when astronauts first saw what became known as the iconic "Earthrise" photo as the planet rose above the lunar horizon with stunning beauty and clarity in the black void of space.
"We got that first view from human eyes," she said. "It was a reality check for humanity of, 'Oh, my gosh, that's where all of us are together,' and it's this entity in space. Yes, it might be this tiny, little sphere in the universe, but there's so much significance to it."
Out of this world art
Viewing Earth from above the atmosphere also inspired Stott to create artwork. "The Wave" was the first watercolor painting created in space, and it's now displayed at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum.
The piece was inspired by a photo Stott took of Isla Los Roques, Venezuela. She imagined that someone had reached down with a big brush to paint a wave on the ocean.
Stott laughed humbly when asked if she had artistic training.
"I'm totally self-taught," she said. "Everything I do artistically is experimental. I may not use paints the right way, but I think that makes it fun and creative."
"Now, when I think about that painting opportunity in space, that's absolutely at the top of my list for highlights there," the Floridian said. "Because it was personal; it was like putting the human in human space flight.
"I just thought this was something I would do and it would be fun, but, oh, my gosh, it really had a powerful impact on me," said Stott, co-founder of the Space for Art Foundation.
She now works with children on art projects, including promoting the healing power of art for pediatric cancer patients. Projects have included incorporating paintings created by kids into replica spacesuits that went on exhibit.
Encouraging children through art is what she said is her next calling and "my mission in life."
Reach Ed at 330-580-8315 and ebalint@gannett.com
IF YOU GO
What: Retired astronaut Nicole Stott will be speaking as part of the Stark County Library's Speaking of Authors Series.
Where: Canton Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N in downtown Canton
When: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday; doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Admission: Free, but reservations are required by visiting: https://starklibrary.org/ or calling 330-452-0665.
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Louisville nearing completion of $6.2 million sewage plant project
LOUISVILLE – A multimillion-dollar, yearlong project to upgrade the municipal sewage treatment plant is nearing completion.
The project, which began in early 2021, involves replacing several components of the sewage treatment facility. When the project began, the construction contract price was $5.98 million. But since the work has begun, the cost has risen to $6.2 million.
"It is kind of finishing," city manager Tom Pukys said. "I think it will be wrapped up in six months."
Lead contractor for the project is Stanley Miller Construction. Located in the 3100 block of Ravenna Avenue, the plant treats on average about 1.4 million gallons each day. Treated water is discharged into the Nimishillen Creek East Branch.
More:Louisville buying more water meters
"We are ultimately working on increasing capacity at the treatment plant," city Service Director Dan Millsap said. "As Louisville grows and expands, we want to be able to handle that. We are required by the (Ohio) Environmental Protection Agency to constantly improve our infrastructure."
Change orders increase project cost
The cost of the project has increased because of what are called change orders, or amendments to the original cost due to unforeseen expenses. City Council recently approved two change orders. One was for $28,822.
But a larger one was for $238,200. It involved a miscalculation in the size required for the equalization basin.
"This was about sludge removal," said Dave Miller, one of the owners of Stanley Miller Construction. "There was a unit price for sludge removal. There was more sludge than they anticipated."
The project was designed by Columbus-based Burgess & Niple. The $238,200 payment was the result of mediation between Stanley Miller Construction and city officials.
"The original engineer did not account for the size of our equalization basin," city Law Director Robert Duffrin said. "It required more work for Stanley Miller. The parties agreed on who the mediator would be. Dispute resolution is in the contract. There is no question they did the work. It was just determining what was the value of the work."
Louisville uses three funding sources
Paying for the project involves three sources: customer utility fees, the Ohio Public Works Commission and the Water Pollution Control Loan Fund, which is a division of the Ohio EPA.
"I know the equipment that we are replacing with this project is over 40 years old," Millsap said. "We are getting longevity for our equipment. We have received grants. We have received a zero-percent-interest loan. We are required to put the user fees that we collect back into the infrastructure."
The project is considered a second phase of the city's efforts to upgrade and increase efficiency of the sewage treatment plant. The first construction phase occurred in 2017. That $2.12 million project involved constructing clarifiers.
"Down the road we will be planning a phase three," Millsap said. "Nobody has designed that yet. The idea is to make sure the processes of phase two are working prior to designing a phase three."
Reach Malcolm at 330-580-8305
or malcolm.hall@cantonrep.com
On Twitter: mhallREP
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The Monday After: Who was Louis Sockalexis?
"Louis Sockalexis was, by some accounts, no role model," wrote Repository sports writer Andy Call to begin an article that was published on the front page of the newspaper's sports section on July 31, 2001.
"He also was, by most accounts, a great baseball player," Call continued, profiling the first full-blooded native American to play on a team in Major League Baseball.
"And Sockalexis, by all accounts, remains a vital part of Cleveland baseball history."
Sockalexis, it has long been maintained, was the player for whom the Cleveland Indians were named.
"His name, accurately or not, has been linked for 86 years to the 'Indians' nickname," Call noted in 2001, at a time when the Cleveland team was celebrating its 100th anniversary as a member of the American League.
Now, with the Indians moniker gone – replaced by the Guardians nickname as baseball begins the 2022 season – it seems an appropriate time to remember Louis Sockalexis, the member of the Penobscot tribe from the northeastern reaches of the United States.
Growing up on a reservation
According to "Baseball's First Indian: The Story of Penobscot Legend Louis Sockalexis" by Ed Rice, a Maine Journalist, Sockalexis was born on a reservation – Indian Island, Maine – on Oct. 24, 1871. He was the son of a tribal governor and the great-nephew of a chief of the Penobscot tribe.
"As a young boy on the island, he topped all his mates, demonstrating an exceptional blend of power and speed in such childhood games as running, jumping, and swimming. In high school, he excelled in football, track, and baseball. Some Penobscot sources claim that Louis was the first person from Indian Island to graduate from high school, but there are no official records."
The legendary feats attributed to Sockalexis when he was young – "purportedly, Sockalexis could throw a baseball more than 600 feet," offered Rice as an example – followed him to the College of the Holy Cross, where he excelled not only in baseball, but also while running track and as a member of the school's new football team.
And then Sockalexis took his talents to professional baseball fields. Citing several sources, Rice reported in his book, that Sockalexis signed a contract with the "Cleveland club" – then called the Spiders – for $1,500 for the 1897 season.
Starred as a Cleveland player
"He hit home runs in his first two at-bats for the Cleveland team and went on to play 94 games and hit .313 over the course of three seasons," said an Associated Press article about Sockalexis published in the Repository on May 19, 1978.
In a column Call wrote for the Repository in April 1998, the sportswriter noted that "Newspaper accounts from that time seem to indicate he was popular with fans, even in a time where race relations had yet to make significant progress."
"Sockalexis aided his approval rating by batting .338 in 1897."
Still, even though skills Sockalexis had shown in high school and college were abundant enough to have reportedly inspired the athletic deeds chronicled in the fictional Frank Merriwell stories written by Gilbert Patten between 1896 and 1914, "demon rum" seemed to wash away any chance that Sockalexis could achieve lasting legendary status as a professional.
"Gilbert Patten saw Sockalexis as a boy in Maine," Harry Grayson, a former sports editor of Newspaper Enterprise Association, said in a NEA article published in the Repository in October 1966. "The boy (Sockalexis), as spectacular in the field and on the bases as he was at bat, was an overnight sensation. John McGraw and other fine judges of the time called Sockalexis the greatest they ever saw."
Sockalexis had more speed than Ty Cobb, the outfielding skills of Tris Speaker, the throwing arm of Bob Meusel, and the hitting strength of Babe Ruth, according to various baseball authorities who saw him play.
Drinking was his downfall, a habit that he obtained as a professional, Grayson previously had written in his "They Played The Game" NEA column published in the Repository in September 1943.
"He liked the taste of bourbon and, once having discovered it, couldn't leave it alone," wrote Grayson. "He became a drunkard. ... Sockalexis sank into the minors, but one manager after another gave up on him, and he finally drifted out of the game and back to the reservation. He was suffering from rheumatism when he dropped dead several years later.
"Louis Sockalexis was the most tragic figure in baseball history."
Inspiring the Cleveland club's name
And yet, his brief tenure in Cleveland transcended time.
The Cleveland baseball club went by many nicknames through its history, in addition to the Sockalexis's Spiders. Among them were the Cleveland Lake Shores, Bluebirds (or Blues), Bronchos, and Naps (after team captain Nap Lajoie).
For decades the story was told that the Cleveland team changed its name to the Indians in 1915, after Lajoie was traded from the Naps, to honor Louis Sockalexis, despite the short duration he played on the team. Fans balloting through local newspapers had picked the name to honor Sockalexis, according to media guides.
But, 22 years ago the Indians slightly rewrote that part of their history.
In a column by AP sports writer Tom Withers that was published in the Repository in January 2000, Indians vice president Sam DiBlasio noted that Cleveland owner Charles W. Somers had wanted to change the nickname to "Indians," and that name was picked by the team after balloting.
Some versions of the story say the balloting was by newspaper readers. Other versions say the name "was chosen by a committee of sports writers," reported an AP article in the Repository in 1999.
In either case, legend has it, DiBlasio told Withers, "Indians was in reference to Sockalexis."
Seeing a place in history for Sockalexis
In the afterword of his book, journalist Rice seems to think it would have been ironic, if Cleveland's professional baseball team had been named to honor Sockalexis.
As were many minorities of his time, Sockalexis most likely was taunted during his brief professional baseball career.
"I doubt anyone really used the nickname 'Chief' for Sockalexis in a complimentary way; if it occurred it was meant as the vile, racist identifying tag intended to demean and denigrate a race of people, a culture considered 'primitive' and 'savage.'"
Rice said Sockalexis, when taunted by racial epithets, "was repeatedly praised for suffering them silently and just going about his business, in much the same way that Jackie Robinson would be praised when he broke the color line for major league baseball in 1947."
"I believe Louis Sockalexis is an obvious Jackie Robinson figure, a man who showed remarkable grace and scintillating ability ... in the face of the worst verbal taunts and flagrant racist behavior from teammates, from opposing players, from fans and from the media.
"However, unlike Robinson who is revered for experiencing all this, Sockalexis continues to get no credit and no appreciation for what he was forced to withstand."
Reach Gary at gary.brown.rep@gmail.com. On Twitter: @gbrownREP.
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Election preview: Alliance Schools seek permanent levy for buildings
ALLIANCE – Residents in Alliance City School District will face a general improvement levy during the May 3 primary election.
The 2.7-mill permanent levy would generate roughly $842,000 for the school district annually.
Alliance City Schools Superintendent Rob Gress said the issue will not create extra costs for taxpayers.
Gress said the district this year will finish paying off bonds from 1999 that funded the construction of the new elementary, intermediate and middle schools, as well as renovations at Parkway and the Early Learning School.
The new levy would cost taxpayers $7.88 per month per $100,000 of evaluation, the same amount they have paid over the last 23 years for the bonds.
Gress said the funds would pay for maintenance and repairs to various aspects of the school buildings, including roofs, floors, fences, doors, HVAC systems, security cameras and parking lots.
The buildings are still in good condition, Gress said, and the money would allow the school district to maintain them. He added that because the buildings are roughly the same age, many of these types of repairs will need to be handled concurrently.
Gress said that the continuous levy could not be used for any other purposes, such as salaries or human resources matters.
District residents renewed a separate, 2-mill levy to help maintain buildings across the district's facilities in November.
For additional information, contact the levy committee at ACSlevycom22@gmail.com.
Ohio's primary election remains muddled, because of a failure to produce maps to set up state House and Senate districts. According to state elections officials, it's not possible to conduct state-level races in the May election. According to Ohio elections rules, early voting is to start Tuesday, after Monday's deadline to register to vote in the May primary.
Reach Paige at 330-580-8577 or pmbennett@gannett.com, or on Twitter at @paigembenn.
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Malone, Walsh among universities seeking to address Ohio educator shortage
Ashley Morales wants a career where she can inspire students.
The 2019 Lake High School graduate hopes she can do it as an elementary art teacher. Or maybe even as a math or science teacher.
But Morales, who will be one of the 17 students to graduate in May from Stark State College with an associate degree in education, knows that the rising cost to attend a four-year university could be a problem.
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She already works two jobs — during the day at All About Kids in Jackson Township and in the evening at Handle’s Homemade Ice Cream in North Canton — to help pay for her college classes, even after receiving financial help from Stark State.
"I would love to continue my education," said Morales, who speaks Spanish and English, "and I'm going to try anything I can (to go) even if the cost is through the roof. I would love to get my four years and become an actual teacher in a school."
A new state grant intended to address a shortage of Ohio educators could help students like Morales.
Seeking to fill the educator pipeline
The Ohio Department of Higher Education and the Ohio Department of Education have awarded $5.2 million in grant money to 29 Ohio colleges and universities as part of a statewide effort to address a shortage of educators in Ohio and a shortage of students in the pipeline seeking careers in education.
The grants, which expire in September 2024, are intended to fund efforts that will help more students enter the education workforce within one or two years.
How Walsh, Malone plan to use their grants
Walsh University, which received $150,000, plans to use nearly all of its funding to give scholarships to education students graduating from two-year colleges, such as Stark State and Cuyahoga Community College. Walsh’s education program has an enrollment of 122 students.
Eugenia Johnson-Whitt, assistant professor of education at Walsh, said the scholarship students would enroll in a four-semester program that starts with an intensive summer session. By the end, the students would have enough credits to complete a bachelor’s degree while acquiring at least two teaching licenses, with one of them certifying them to work with students with special needs.
She said the dual licensure will prepare students to support high-need students within underserved districts, a key focus area for state officials.
Malone University, which received $160,000, also plans to designate a significant portion of its grant toward scholarships that will help students graduating from a two-year college to obtain their bachelor's degrees. But that's not all.
Jennifer Webb, chair of Malone’s education department, also plans to recruit at least three Malone students who are close to obtaining their clinical counseling degrees and who might be interested in adding on an education counseling license so they could serve as a counselor in a school district setting.
She also plans to contact the roughly 30 students who started at Malone in the past six years but stopped short of finishing their education degrees. She said their reasons for not seeking a license could range from failing their first attempt at a licensure exam and not being able to afford the subsequent exams or life changes that prevented them from seeking a license at that time.
Malone also has set aside money to help current school employees who are serving as paraprofessionals get the additional education courses they need to become a teacher.
Webb plans to work with Andrea Ramsey, Malone’s director of multicultural services who was a longtime administrator for Canton City Schools, to identify potential candidates in Stark County’s largest and most diverse school system.
Malone's education program currently has an enrollment of 120 students.
Which other colleges and universities got a grant?
Other Northeast Ohio colleges and universities that received a grant to address educator shortages include:
- Baldwin Wallace University: $160,000
- Cleveland State University: $125,000
- John Carroll University: $150,000
- Kent State University: $200,000
- Lake Erie College: $160,000
- Notre Dame College: $120,000
- University of Akron: $144,700
- Ursuline College: $150,000
- Youngstown State University: $200,000
Reach Kelli at 330-580-8339 or kelli.weir@cantonrep.com.
On Twitter: @kweirREP
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Commentary: Memorable quotes from the past week
"Every day, there are gunshots. Nobody does anything. By the time (police) respond, it's hours later and then who's around?"
Neasha Lott-Newell, after two of her neighbors were shot and killed in their Ellisdale townhouse complex in Canton.
"I'm not walking anything back. I was expressing moral outrage, and I make no apologies."
President Joe Biden, after being criticized for saying that Russia President Vladimir Putin needs to leave office.
"I've seen a lot of things (overseas). This is still the best country on earth."
Vietnam veteran Ulysses Kendall, speaking at a "welcome home" program for Vietnam veterans last week in Massillon.
"Canton lost one of its biggest cheerleaders. He was always a generous man. He loved our kids and he loved our district."
Canton City Board of Education member J.R. Rinaldi, lauding the late Rod Meadows, an architect and civic advocate.
"When people struggle in baseball, it’s just baseball. You go 0-for-4 and it’s a game. I'm not sleeping in my car. If I got through that, I can get through this."
Philadelphia Phillies prospect Donny Sands, who was once homeless.
"This little artifact helps us understand better the history, story, and impact of the Bible — all within one square inch.”
Museum of the Bible CEO Harry Hargrave, on the discovery of a one-inch artifact in Israel which bears the earliest known example of the word "Yahweh" which is Hebrew for "God."
"If they can stop fighting for a week or 10 days, maybe they can stop fighting for two weeks. If they stop for two weeks, maybe they can stop for a month. If they stop for a month, maybe they can stop for good. You've got to start somewhere."
Rev. Franklin Graham calling for a cease-fire in Ukraine during Holy Week.
"They've never had a crowd this big in this big area of big crowds."
Former President Donald Trump disputing reports that his recent rally in Georgia drew a sparse crowd.
"I've known them a good many years. We've been through joys and sorrow together. I hope they get a new location."
Jean Brown, a longtime customer of Lindsey's Restaurant in Canton, which is seeking a new location.
"Will Smith just smacked the **** out of me."
Comedian Chris Rock, after being attacked by the actor during the Academy Awards, when Rock made joke about Smith's wife, Jada.
"If I see a Black person on TV, it's usually about a crime that they have committed. They were actually making me scared of my own people. There was a fear being instilled in me very young when watching the news."
Sajda Blackwell of Philadelphia, on how local TV news skewed its coverage the Black community.
"I reached out to Joe Biden several times — crickets, nothing. He still hasn't replied. So it just shows how much of a man he is to not sit down and talk."
Kyle Rittenhouse, who was acquitted last year of all charges in connection with a shooting that killed two people and injured a third during a protest in Wisconsin.
"God just came and said, 'I called you to this and you didn't engage full-throttle.' He gave me the passion and the training to step into it. I said, 'Go send me, Father. I will follow you anywhere.' I followed him to Massillon, Ohio."
The Rev. Sarah Koons, the new pastor of First Christian Church in Massillon
"You can't invite people from Philly or Baltimore nowhere."
Actress Jada Pinkett Smith, following a controversy involving her husband, Will, at last week's Academy Awards.
"I don't eat sandwiches. I can't."
St. Peter's University basketball star Doug Edert, who describes himself as an extremely picky eater who has never eaten a sandwich.
Charita M. Goshay is a Canton Repository staff writer and a member of the editorial board. Reach her at 330-580-8313 or charita.goshay@cantonrep.com. On Twitter: @cgoshayREP
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League wanted to expel 80-something golfer. Local man's idea put magic back in his game.
A local man who threw a famous no-hitter is pitching a concept to keep older golfers hitting away.
Phil Budervic, 67, wants to launch an experimental golf league at Wilkshire, near Bolivar. Teams would play makeshift holes at distances closer to the hole than the shortest tees but distant enough to pose a challenge.
The idea hit Budervic before he moved back to his native Stark County. The local golf season is heating up now.
"I was in a golf league in Florida for a long time," he said. "One of the league founders was on into his '80s. The guys wanted to throw him out of the league. They said his handicap was too high and he was too slow. I said, 'Are you guys nuts?'
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"His wife had just passed away. The only thing keeping this guy alive was golf. I said, 'Here's what we're going to do. Put him in my cart every Saturday. He's going to tee off from the 150-yard markers. And he's going to establish a handicap playing that way.'
"That's what we did. He had more fun than you can imagine. He was down to a 4 handicap.
"We were out somewhere and bumped into a guy who asked him, 'You're still playing?' He looked at the guy and said, 'You're not going to believe this, but I'm playing the best golf of my life.'
"The concept was born."
Budervic grew up in Canton, playing a lot of golf at a shorter course, Meadowlake, and making a name as a pitcher at Lincoln High School. He was coming off his freshman year at Malone College, intent on pitching summer ball in the proud Canton Class A League.
He asked about joining a team coached by old-school A League manager Bill Chismar.
"Chismar flat told me I wasn't good enough to pitch in the A League," Budervic said.
He landed on a different team, Golden Lodge. His first start, at Cook Park, was against Downtown Motors, which had some of the better-known players of that time, among them Don Buttrey, Dowdy Grimes, Craig Day and Bill Clary.
He threw a no-hitter, the league's first in years. He played in the league into the mid-1980s before moving to Florida, where he worked in the insurance business and coached basketball. At one point he made a run as the head basketball coach at Silver Lake College in Manitowoc, Wisc.
Now his sports focus has shifted from working with young men to hoping a golf league for old men will fly. He imagines a course with modified tees working for some golfers of all ages, including beginning junior players.
For now, a focus is on players who don't hit it as far as they did when they were younger.
"Why can't we decrease the distance as we get older but still keep the different shots in the game?" he said. "Like the draws and the fades and getting the ball over the sand trap. Let them score like they used to, instead teeing off on a par 5 knowing they have no chance at a par."
The makeshift course would use flags that designate tee-shot areas on each hole, at closer distances than the existing shortest tees.
"We could move the markers from one week to the next," he said. "On one of the holes one week, you might have to hit a fade. The next week, we'll put 'em on the other side and you might have to hit a draw. But the distance is shortened so that guys have a chance at par."
Budervic arranged some rounds from a modified course last year.
"One of the guys I played with is well into his 80s," Budervic said. " He shot a 41 on one side and a 42 on the other.
"Afterward I asked him, 'Al, what did you think?' He had a tear running down his eye. He said, 'On every hole, I knew that if I hit the ball, I could make a par. The distance wasn't holding me back. I haven't had that much fun playing golf in 25 years.'"
Budervic has the blessing of Wilkshire General Manager Vince Little, who would carve out times when a league might play.
"The modified course is designed for golfers who do not hit booming drives and older golfers who would like to put the fun back in their game," Little said. "I really like the concept. The modifications reduce the yardage while maintaining the character and feel of Wilkshire."
Budervic is prepared to set up a league for 2022 and will push for 2023 if the numbers don't add up over the next several weeks. Inquiries about joining a league can be emailed to Budervic at pbudervic@gmail.com.
Reach Steve at steve.doerschuk@cantonrep.com
On Twitter: @sdoerschukREP
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Canton firefighters battle vacant house fire
Lori Steineck
The Repository
CANTON – Firefighters called late Sunday night to a northeast Canton home by a report of a large amount of smoke into the area arrived to find a vacant house on fire.
Flames were coming from one side of the boarded-up two-story house at 701 Third St. NE when they arrived just before 11 p.m., said Battalion Chief Adam Lauer.
The fire department's aerial truck was set up immediately as the fire spread rapidly.
Lauer said the house is a total loss. Firefighters contacted with city requesting an emergency order to tear it down.
The cause of the blaze remained under investigation Monday by the Fire Prevention Bureau.
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Stark County Prosecutor hosting series of town hall meetings
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CANTON – Stark County Prosecutor Kyle L. Stone will host “Criminal Justice at a Glance,” a series of town hall meetings intended to educate and inform.
Stone will present on topics pertinent to the criminal justice system followed by a question-and-answer session. Individual cases will not be discussed. Light refreshments will be served.
The meetings will be held as follows:
- Canton: Thursday, 6-7 p.m., The One Center for Leadership, 901 Tuscarawas St. E
- Lake Township: April 13, 6-7 p.m., Lake Township Hall, 12360 Market Ave. N
- Massillon: April 20, 6-7 p.m., Boys & Girls Club of Massillon, 730 Duncan St. SW
- Alliance: May 4, 6-7 p.m., Firehouse Theater, 450 E. Market St.
- Minerva: May 12, 6-7 p.m., Minerva Public Library, 677 Lynnwood Dr.
- Canal Fulton: May 18, 6-7 p.m., Community Bible Church, 1100 Locust St.
For more information, email prosecutor@starkcountohio.gov.
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Repository wins six first-place awards in APME contest
The Canton Repository won six first-place awards in the annual Ohio Associated Press Media Editors contest.
The newspaper won 12 awards overall for work produced last year.
Staff writer Tim Botos won first-place honors in four categories. He took home the top award in best enterprise reporting for his "Enduring Legacies" series; best explanatory reporting for a story analyzing a fatal crash in Ashland County; best investigative reporting for a series of stories about a young girl whose mother claimed she had a fatal disease; and best public service for an in-depth look at how votes get delivered from a polling place to the Stark County Board of Elections.
Photographer Scott Heckel received first-place awards for best sports photo and best feature photo. He also received a third-place honor for best news photo, and finished second in the best photographer category.
Other staff members honored were:
- Paige Bennett, second place in best business writer category.
- Edd Pritchard, third place in best business writer category.
- Charita Goshay, third place in the best columnist category.
The Repository also received second place for best digital presence.
The newspaper competes in Division IV for Ohio newspapers among papers such as the Warren Tribune Chronicle, Findlay Courier and Lima News.
Meanwhile, Massillon Independent sports writer Chris Easterling received a first-place award for best sports enterprise in Division I. His stories focused on the issue of competitive balance in high school sports.
Overall, 48 Ohio newspapers submitted 1,302 entries in the contest, which featured news and sports stories, features, editorials, columns, graphics and photos from 2021. Entries were judged by editors at newspapers in Michigan.
The Ohio APME awards luncheon was held Sunday at the Villa Milano Banquet & Conference Center in Columbus.
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The Heart of Stark: Jackson Local Schools Foundation awards spring grants
In partnership with The Repository, every Monday, Stark Community Foundation is highlighting positive happenings in our community. Here’s to Good News Mondays!
The Jackson Local Schools Foundation recently awarded nearly $15,000 in Great Idea Grants to support five projects benefiting the district’s elementary, middle and high school students.
The foundation’s Great Idea Grants are awarded twice a school year to enhance classroom and extracurricular education. A committee of board members, administrators and teachers review the applications and make recommendations of programs to support.
This spring, funding from the foundation is supporting:
- A 3D printer with Dremel Digilab — Funding will support the addition of a second printer to spark creativity and continue generating interest in computer programming among Jackson Memorial Middle School seventh and eighth grade students.
- A Step Back in Time — This program is student-led and designed to give the district’s third graders a dynamic experience of what student life was like in the historic one-room schoolhouse. Funding will support Jackson School for the Arts high school students as they research the time period, write scripts, create costumes and act as one-room school teachers.
- Jackson High School’s Robotics Club — Funding will be used to establish the club in the community, purchase more equipment, expand to Jackson Memorial Middle School, participate in competitions against other robotics teams, host competitions and start an annual youth robotics camp.
- Improving Social Thinking Through Play — When in-person learning resumed following the COVID shutdown, teachers at Lake Cable Elementary noticed that many kindergarten students had difficulty playing games and with each other. This grant provides enhancements to the Fine Motor Bins and STEAM centers, giving students opportunities to practice social thinking skills.
- Books We Love Program — Funding will be used to update Amherst Elementary’s Reading Recovery book collection that teaches reluctant students to enjoy reading.
Since 2017, the foundation has awarded nearly 50 grants totaling more than $110,000 to support Jackson students.
The Stark Community Foundation helps individuals, families, businesses and nonprofits achieve their philanthropic goals through a variety of charitable funds and strategic initiatives. Ranked in the top 10% of community foundations in the country, the foundation and its family of donors have granted $215 million to nonprofits since 1963. For more details, go to: www.starkcf.org.
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Chris Isaak bringing 'Wicked Game' and other hit songs to Canton Palace Theatre in July
CANTON – Chris Isaak is coming July 15 to the Canton Palace Theatre.
Songs from Isaak's entire catalog are expected, said a Live Nation news release. Popular songs include "Wicked Game," "Somebody's Crying," "Baby Did A Bad Bad Thing," "San Francisco Days" and "Two Hearts."
Tickets go on sale 10 a.m. Friday and can be purchased online at https://cantonpalacetheatre.org or www.ticketmaster.com, and by calling the venue at 330-454-8172.
Isaak is also scheduled to perform at MGM Northfield Park in Northfield on July 13 with Lyle Lovett and his Large Band. The Canton show does not list Lyle Lovett as an opener.
Isaak's tour begins with a June 17 concert in Los Angeles, followed by other shows in California, as well as Missouri, Kansas City, Illinois, Utah and Colorado.
Isaak is a Grammy-nominated and platinum-selling musical artist with nine albums to his credit. He's also appeared in movies, including "The Silence of the Lambs" and "That Thing You Do!," as well as in episodes of the "Twin Peaks" television series.
Isaak's music also has been featured in movie soundtracks, including "Eyes Wide Shut," "True Romance" and "Blue Velvet."
The musician is currently recording a new album in Nashville.
Reach Ed at 330-580-8315 and ebalint@gannett.com
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Canal Fulton library offers teen and adult programs in April
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CANAL FULTON – Canal Fulton Public Library, 154 E. Market St., will offer special programs for teens and adults in April, according to a news release. Call 330-854-4148 or stop by the library's Information Desk to register.
- Aultman Vaccine Clinic, Mondays in April from 9 to 11 a.m.: Come to the library to get your free COVID-19 vaccination shot from Aultman. No appointment necessary. If receiving a booster, please bring your vaccination card with you.
- National Library Week, April 3-9: Stop by the library all this week for a series of giveaways and a chance to win a raffle basket.
- Peep Dioramas for Teens, April 9, at 2 p.m.: Use Peeps and other candies to design a diorama depicting a scene of your choice. Registration is appreciated but not required.
- Word Game Night for Teens and Adults, April 13, at 5:30 p.m.: Celebrate National Scrabble Day and play all of your favorite classic word games. Registration is appreciated.
- An Afternoon With David Giffels, April 16, at 2 p.m.: Local author David Giffels will be appearing at the library and reading from his book "Barnstorming Ohio: To Understand America" He will follow up with an audience Q&A session. Registration for this program is appreciated.
- Teen Anime Club, April 18, at 5:30 p.m.: If you like pocky, trivia, and snacks, then this is the club for you. Registration is appreciated but not required.
- Third Tuesday Book Discussion, April 19 at 6 p.m.: Join others to discuss "Down River" by John Hart. Copies of the book are available in advance at the Circulation Desk.
- Spring Craft for Adults, April 25 at 6 p.m.: Participants will create flower pot gnomes. Please sign up in advance for this program.
- Teen Pizza and Game Night, April 26 at 5:30 p.m.: If you are a teen who likes pizza, board games, and Jackbox games, then make plans to attend this monthly event. Registration is appreciated but not required.
- “Last Scene/Seen” Saturday (Movies For All Ages), April 30 at 2 p.m.: The library will show classic short movies from its 16 mm film collection. Classic movie snacks will be provided for this program.
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Semi crash closes I-77 exit in Jackson Township
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JACKSON TWP. – The Shuffel Street NW exit from Interstate 77 southbound is temporarily closed due to a traffic crash.
According to a notice at 3:35 p.m. Monday from Jackson Township police, the exit is closed due to an overturned semi.
It was not immediately clear when the exit would reopen.
Drivers are warned to avoid the area.
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Peoples Baptist hosts MLK service tonight
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CANTON – Peoples Baptist Church at 701 17th St. SE will host its annual Martin Luther King Jr. anniversary service, "A Millennial Perspective," at 6 tonight.
The service will be broadcast on Facebook Live at www.facebook.com/CantonPeoplesBaptistChurch or on YouTube at www.youtube.com/channel/UC9_teZz7za_ZvmYWf7UU62g?app=desktop.
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Trial begins for Doylestown man accused of gunning down Canton resident
CANTON – A Doylestown man is on trial, accused of the fatal shooting of a Canton man in May.
Zachary Becker, 31, was arrested by federal agents after the May 20 shooting death of 38-year-old Michael Gates.
Becker faces felony counts of murder, felonious assault and tampering with evidence. He has pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Jury selection began Monday in Stark County Common Pleas Court. The case is expected to last throughout the week in front of Judge Chryssa Hartnett.
More:Federal agents arrest suspect in fatal Canton shooting
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According to police records, Gates was found unresponsive in the 300 block of Ninth Street NE, near his apartment.
According to court records, Becker is accused of shooting Gates, hiding the gun and trying to clean up the scene and dispose of evidence by using alcohol to wipe down a door knob.
Becker is represented defense attorney Aaron Kovalchik.
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Stark County-area high school sports box scores - April 4 / Upcoming area sports schedule
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New Philadelphia 9, Minerva 1
New Philadelphia – 200 - 131 - 2 — 9 - 12 - 0
Minerva - 000 - 001 - 0 – 1 - 4 - 2
Brown, Blake (7) and Bollon. Frazier, Smith (6), Common (7) and Phillips. W: Brown. L: Frazier 0-2. Notes: Carter Vandall (NP) 3-for-3. Frank Common (Min) 2-for-3. Records: NP 2-1; Minerva 2-2.
Buckeye Trail 10, Malvern 0
Malvern - 000 - 00 — 0 - 2 - 7
Buckeye Trail - 321 - 31 — 10 - 12 - 1
W: Williams 2-0. L: Phillips 1-1. Records: Malvern 2-1, 1-1; BT 2-1, 1-1..
SOFTBALL
Indian Creek 6, Carrollton 1
Carrollton - 001 - 000 - 0 — 1 - 6 - 5
I.Creek - 004 - 200 - x — 6 - 6 - 2
W: Penner. L: Pidgeon. HR: Boley (IC). Notes: Mercer (C) RBI.
Buckeye Trail 14, Malvern 2
Malvern - 000 - 02 — 2 - 5 - 3
Buckeye Trail - 612 - 5x — 14 - 13 - 0
L: Kidder. Notes: Warth (M) 1-for-2, RBI.
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SCHEDULE
TUESDAY
HIGH SCHOOL
BASEBALL
Jackson at Hoover, 5
GlenOak at Perry, 5
Green at Lake, 5
Lake Center Christian at McKinley, 5
Central Catholic at Louisville, 5
Salem at Marlington, 5
Alliance at Canton South, 5
Carrollton at West Branch, 5
CVCA at Northwest, 5
SOFTBALL
Jackson at Lake, 5
Green at Hoover, 5
McKinley at GlenOak, 5
BOYS TENNIS
Coventry at Perry, 4:15
Walsh Jesuit at Green, 4:15
GlenOak at Massillon, 4:15
BOYS VOLLEYBALL
Walsh Jesuit at Jackson, 5
BOYS LACROSSE
Lake at Central Catholic, 6
Cleveland Heights at GlenOak, 7:30
GIRLS LACROSSE
Wooster at Hoover, 7
Hawken at Lake, 7
TRACK AND FIELD
GlenOak at Jackson, 4:30
Green at Perry, 4:30
McKinley at Massillon, 4:30
Central Catholic at New Philadelphia, 4:30
Louisville at Hoban, 4:30
Alliance at Canton South, 4:30
Carrollton at West Branch, 4:30
Salem at Marlington, 4:30
Tuslaw at Fairless, 4:30
East Canton, Hiland at Garaway, 4:30
Sandy Valley, Claymont at Ridgewood, 4:30
Malvern, Conotton Valley, Tusc. CC, Tusky Valley at Strasburg, 4:30
Lake at Hoover, 5
Lake Center, Warren JFK at St. Thomas, 5
COLLEGE
BASEBALL
Walsh at Slippery Rock (DH), 1
Malone at Akron, 2
MEN’S GOLF
Malone, Walsh at Cav Classic (Glenmoor Country Club)
MEN’S LACROSSE
Mercyhurst at Walsh, 7
SOFTBALL
Carlow at Malone (DH), 3
Mount Union at Muskingum, 3
WOMEN’S GOLF
Malone, Walsh at NC4K Classic (Blacklick, Ohio)
WEDNESDAY
HIGH SCHOOL
BASEBALL
Hoover at Jackson, 5
Perry at GlenOak, 5
Lake at Green, 5
Louisville at Minerva, 5
Marlington at Salem, 5
Canton South at Alliance, 5
West Branch at Carrollton, 5
Tuslaw at Northwest, 5
Orrville at Fairless, 5
Hiland at Sandy Valley, 5
East Canton at Strasburg, 5
SOFTBALL
Hoover at Jackson, 5
Perry at GlenOak, 5
Lake at McKinley, 5
BOYS LACROSSE
St. Ignatius at Jackson, 7:30
Hudson at Hoover, 7:30
GIRLS LACROSSE
Western Reserve at Lake, 7
BOYS TENNIS
Central Catholic at Perry, 3:45
McKinley at GlenOak, 4
Lake at Jackson, 4:30
Hoover at Green, 4:30
COLLEGE
MEN’S LACROSSE
Mount Union at Baldwin Wallace, 7
MEN’S TENNIS
Mount Union at Baldwin Wallace, 3
SOFTBALL
Malone at Edinboro (DH), 3
WOMEN’S LACROSSE
Baldwin Wallace at Mount Union, 7
WOMEN’S TENNIS
Baldwin Wallace at Mount Union, 3:30
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Lakemore will get $2,000 from Giant Eagle opioid case settlement
LAKEMORE – Village Council approved a settlement with Giant Eagle at the March 21 meeting in reference to the case against opioid manufacturers, distributors and businesses.
The settlement, which involves many Northeast Ohio cities, villages and townships, has been reached with the large chain grocery company. Lakemore was one of the villages that will receive money from the settlement as Giant Eagle is one of the companies that chose to settle its case rather than continue to fight.
"The entirety of the settlement is broken up among many communities. Our settlement share will be about $2,000," village Administrator Tracy Sayers said.
In other business, the council authorized the village administrator to apply for and enter into a cooperative agreement for planning of the sanitary sewer evaluation study and report project between the village and the Ohio Water Development Authority (OWDA).
The village had hired Hammontree & Associates to perform professional surveying and engineering services for the sanitary sewer evaluation study report which is required by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency’s findings and orders. Lakemore wants to obtain a loan from the OWDA to finance the cost of the study and report.
Council members also:
- Approved a resolution accepting the electronics collection program community participation agreement by the Summit/Akron Solid Waste Management Authority DBA Reworks. The village will participate with Springfield Township on May 4 for the collection day.
- Approved to amend previous ordinances for the employee policies and procedures manual for the Lakemore Police Department. Policies and procedures were also updated and approved for the auxiliary police unit. An ordinance was approved to create the position of an internship for the police department.
- Accepted the resignation of part-time police officer Anthony Molea.
- Approved hiring part-time firefighter/paramedic Hunter Johnston for the Lakemore Fire Department.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
- The Easter Egg Hunt will be at 1 p.m. April 16 at Springfield High School. Candy and plastic egg donations can be dropped off at the Municipal Building. Council will stuff Easter eggs at 5 p.m. April 13. Volunteers are welcomed.
- A Quarter Auction Fundraiser for the Community Day will be held April 29 at Springfield High School.
- Rock the Docks Festival will be held June 23 to 26.
- The Community Day will be Sept. 3.
- Lakemore cleanup week will be April 18 to 22 and Lakemore Cleanup Day will be April 23.
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Springfield Township swears in new police officer
SPRINGFIELD TWP. – The township has welcomed a new police officer.
Jonathan McKenzie was sworn in during the township trustees' March 24 meeting.
Police Chief Jack Simone spoke about the officer who currently resides in Brimfield Township. He graduated from Field High School in Portage County in 2012 and attended the Kent State Police Academy. He received his Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) certification in April 2021.
More:Springfield Township trustees give update on Springfield Lake
McKenzie will start his career with Springfield as a part-time patrol officer.
Meanwhile, trustees declared the property at 1025 Onondago Trail to be a nuisance and said it would be cleaned up starting April 4. Owner Sareth Phok had asked for more time in cleaning up the property.
"You have had years to clean it up and the conditions have been allowed to remain there," Trustee Dean Young said.
In other business, the trustees:
- Offered jobs to Sam Baker, Zach DiVito, Lane Smith, Jacob Chapman, Greg Sowl, Colin Wilson, and Willie Twitty for the positions of part-time firefighter/EMT and part-time firefighter/EMT-paramedic.
- Approved a contract with Summit County engineer for the 2022 pavement program in the amount not to exceed $446,007. Another section of the paving program was approved with the Summit County Engineer for $107,790 for the 448-paving program.
- Approved an Ohio Criminal Justice Services/Justice Assistant Grant in the amount of $13,250 to be used to purchase a primary storage system for dash and body cameras.
- Announced a Community Clean Up Day would be held in Sawyerwood from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 23. Lunch is provided for volunteers, who should meet at Sawyerwood School.
- Hired LeeAnne R. Jascoe for the position of administrative assistant in the administrative offices.
- Agreed to make conditional job offers to Mathew Bagnato and Seth Duckett to fill positions of full-time firefighter/EMT-paramedics.
The next regular trustees meeting will be at 6 p.m. April 14 at Town Hall. 2459 Canfield Road.
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Freshmen make up most of Manchester's softball roster
NEW FRANKLIN – The Manchester softball team will look much different this spring.
Losing more than half of the roster to graduation and seeing another member of the pitching rotation move out of the state will have that effect, but the Panthers are working to integrate their new faces into what they hope will be a winning mix.
More:Who are the Canton area's top high school softball players in 2022? Here's 15 to watch
“We’re pretty young and we have eight freshmen on varsity,” veteran head coach Jim Morehart said. “Our freshman class is huge … we had 15 freshmen who tried out, which is the most I can remember here in the last 25 years. A lot of them have played a lot of 14-and-under softball, but high school experience-wise they’re young.”
The freshman class may comprise most of the roster, but there’s no question the team’s upperclassmen will be the foundation of any success the Panthers enjoy.
Senior center fielder Emma Stamperd is the team’s top returning veteran and Morehart credited her speed in the outfield as a major asset for the team’s defense.
That ability to cover ground alongside fellow outfielder Corinne Hite, currently out with an injury but is expected back soon, will help a young rotation as it finds its way.
Freshmen hurlers Rachel Baker and Lilly Konen will be the top two pitchers, with Baker the Panthers’ No. 1 starter. Konen will start the second game of doubleheaders and play at shortstop and in the outfield on days she doesn’t pitch.
Both have experience pitching for their travel teams, but will be getting their first taste of varsity competition.
“Rachel throws pretty hard, but she also has a variety of pitches and she’s going to be a good one without a doubt, but she’s still a freshman and it will take time,” Morehart said. “They’re used to 14-U ball, but now they’re playing against a lot of 18-year-olds.”
It’s a big jump to make, amplifying the importance of veterans such as Stamperd, Hite, Annie Boyle and Grace Bowe. Gone are the squad’s two top pitchers from last season, one to graduation and a second who moved out of the state.
The early results have underscored both Manchester’s promise and the struggles that young teams deal with as they grow. A season-opening league loss gave way to a non-league win in which the Panthers downed their opponent in a game shortened by the run rule.
“They're going to have growing pains without a doubt. Our first game against Fairless, we played them even whole way but couldn't force through a run in the first four innings, then in the bottom of fifth, we made mistakes, gave up five runs and four were unearned,” Morehart said. “We lost 6-2, but came back and mercied Woodridge 12-2 in our second game.”
The challenges aren’t limited to youth and inexperience. The weather has also proven to be a formidable foe, forcing the cancellation or postponement of four games.
However, a team with a positive mindset and willingness to be coached while putting in the time and effort needed to improve has Morehart and his staff hopeful.
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Jackson boys track and field team wins against Hoban and Coventry
JACKSON TWP. – Having a strong senior class is a great starting point for a track and field team.
The Jackson Polar Bears have that and after a season-opening tri-meet win over Hoban and Coventry, they’re aiming to build another successful campaign behind its veterans and a promising group of new faces.
More:Perry, Marlington, East Canton athletes win titles at state indoor track and field meet
The resounding win was the first chance to battle live competition this spring, and head coach Matt Seidel is eager to see how his squad follows up on that strong start.
“We're a very senior heavy team with a lot of great ... sprinters, so we’re strong in the 100, 4x100 and 4x200 relays,” Seidel said. “We also have junior John Hall who’s strong in the hurdles.”
Zuckett brothers to lead distance racers
While the squad is senior-laden overall, one of its best groups is skewing younger – at least in the early going. The distance group, annually one of the strengths for both the boys and girls track teams at Jackson, is led by senior Alex Zuckett.
However, he’s currently battling an injury that has him sidelined for the time being. In his place, his younger brother, Elliot, is pacing Jackson’s distance runners. The younger Zuckett has scored quite a few top finishes of his own in cross country and track, but is taking on a larger role with his big brother out of action.
Even with Alex not able to compete, Seidel noted that the senior standout is still a strong presence for the team.
“The distance group is a little younger this year and dealing with an injury to one of our senior leaders, so we’re leaning on our runners and Alex is still one of our leaders and someone the other guys look to,” Seidel said.
For the entire roster, the highly variable Ohio spring weather is a common opponent regardless of their event. Practices and meets could be in warm, spring-like conditions one day and below-freezing, snow-covered settings the next.
“Being in Northeast Ohio, you train in this weather outside for two months, so you get used to weather,” Seidel said. “It’s a matter of warming up, doing what they're supposed to and knowing how to get ready in cold and rainy weather. It’s definitely tougher for sprinters because it’s a fast, explosive race and there’s more of a chance to pull muscle.”
While they wait for the weather to warm up, the Polar Bears will sharpen their skills against rival Hoover in an invitational hosted by the Vikings and featuring another top team, Mentor.
They’re early steps for the defending Federal League co-champions as the Polar Bears seek to repeat an undefeated league record and gain some payback after Hoover bested them in the postseason league meet to earn a split of the overall title.
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Jackson girls track team starts season with tri-meet win
JACKSON TWP. – The level of competition figures to escalate quickly, but the Jackson girls track team is nonetheless happy to be off and running following a resounding tri-meet win to begin its season.
The Polar Bears easily outpaced non-league foes Hoban and Coventry and while the Knights and Comets are smaller schools than those who will fill the rest of Jackson’s schedule, veteran head coach Rick Neitzelt appreciated the chance to see how his team would show up in its first outing of the spring against external competition.
More:Great season: Jackson girls won't soon forget memorable year
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"It gave us a chance to get on a track and compete against someone besides ourselves," Neitzelt said. "We had some pretty good kids coming back, but we wanted to see how some of the new ones look against the competition."
There are known commodities on the roster, specifically in the distance running group, where the school’s perennially powerful cross country team works hand in hand with track to develop top talent. Senior Sofia Istnick and junior Kailey Zagst headline that group and as anchors for the 3,200 relay team, they’ll have an impact on multiple races in each meet.
Junior Emily DeRosa is another solid member of the distance group and Neitzelt noted that distance coach Kevin Walsh uses that trio and a rotation of other runners who staff the fourth spot to form the 3,200 relay squad for meets.
Kayla Kelly and Lindsay Lemus are two of the team’s top runners at shorter distances and Emma Werstler, who won the long jump in the season opener and also performed well in the high jump, figures to make an impact in both events the rest of the season.
The weather for the season opener was predictably subpar, but despite chilly temperatures, the Polar Bears proved up to the task. Neitzelt, having led the program for more than four decades, knows that March and April tend to bring winter-like weather and inhospitable conditions for runners, throwers and jumpers.
"It was a little chaotic out there, but it was good to at least get one in," Neitzelt said.
The win was a prelude to a tough league opener against GlenOak and an invitational hosted by arch rival Hoover.
Good weather or bad, the first few meets of the season are both a chance to measure a team against live competition, but to try athletes in new events to see where they fit best within the lineup. It's not a linear process and can involve some trial and error, but for coaches and athletes alike, the goal is to get everyone in the events where they're at their best by the time the season hits the homestretch.
"It's going to take this week and probably next week, and by the time we get done with GlenOak and the invitational at Hoover, we should have much more of an idea of who's going to go where," Neitzelt said.
With 88 girls on the roster, the Polar Bears have a wealth of options across all events. Their current challenge is simply identifying each athlete's strengths and using those strengths to fuel wins in dual meets and invitationals the rest of the season.
It's early, but the race is already on for Jackson and its Federal League rivals.
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Manchester brings back an experienced baseball team
NEW FRANKLIN – The Manchester baseball team is fresh off a strong season and returns many of the top contributors from a squad that went 15-9.
On paper, the Panthers have a chance to post another strong campaign. To this point, however, paper is all they have because the erratic Northeast Ohio weather hasn’t allowed them to play a single regular-season game. In fact, nature has scarcely permitted the Panthers to practice outdoors.
More:10 Things To Do In... New Franklin
"We had a doubleheader against Chippewa scheduled, but it snowed and actually, we've only been on the field to practice once," head coach Shawn Johnston said. "We just want to get out this week, but it's not looking promising with the weather."
Johnston is eager to see what an experienced roster led by one of the area’s best players, senior Kenton Duty, can do. Duty, a multi-sport athlete who plays multiple positions not just on the baseball diamond, but on the football field, is expected to do big things this spring.
The biggest question with Duty isn’t whether he'll contribute on defense and at the plate, but where he'll play defensively.
"He's one of the better players in Northeast Ohio, period. He hit over .500 last year and even when he did get out, he still hit the ball hard," Johnston said. "He could play catcher or shortstop and be our best guy at those positions, but he’s also one of our best pitchers."
With Duty helping lead the rotation, Manchester returns most of its key arms from last season. Along with Duty, junior Owen Canter will be tasked with eating innings and holding opposing offenses in check. Both players are also central in the batting order, with Duty bringing more of the power and Canter hitting well for average and making contact.
Senior Cooper Briggs is a third solid bat, with Johnston describing him as a line drive hitter adept at finding gaps and seams in the defense. With its veteran leaders set, Manchester’s biggest question once it does get on the field is how the younger players will round into form at the bottom of the lineup.
Sophomore Brady Johnson is one of those younger players who will have a chance to shine. The young outfielder hit over .300 as a freshman and is expected to continue to excel this spring.
If they can settle in and compete well, the balanced offense should pair well with the strong pitching rotation. However, Johnston noted that as one of the smaller teams in the Principals Athletic Conference, the Panthers need to be ready to compete with larger programs such as Triway, Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy and Fairless.
But getting ready to take on those top rivals is, for now, confined largely to the school’s gymnasium. There, Manchester does what it can to get ready while working out on a hardwood surface that’s completely different than the grass and dirt it'll compete on when games finally begin.
"We're getting a lot of reps in working on the fundamentals — hitting, fielding and footwork," Johnston said. "The situational stuff you can work on in the gym, we're trying to get as much of that in as possible."
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Running a marathon? Here's how to train, plus benefits of long-distance running
If it is true that all journeys start with the first step, then long-distance running may be one route to long life and good health.
The Science Direct Journal recently published a report that states that runners have a 25% to 40% reduced risk of early death and live about three years longer than nonrunners.
Breathe, a health journal, reports that running also increases lung capacity and improves circulation.
Because running is a weight-bearing exercise, it also helps to strengthen bones, improves cardiovascular fitness and promotes weightloss while helping you to maintain a healthy weight.
According to Run Repeat, running on a regular basis can act as an antidepressant that helps to boost your mood, helps to reduce anxiety and panic attacks, helps to regulate blood pressure, improves insulin sensitivity and increases cortisol levels, which impacts memorization and information retention.
Running long distances also requires consistency, commitment which helps you to develop a routine, better concentration and healthy habits.
Consult with your doctor before embarking on any running regimen.
How to train for a marathon
Participating in a marathon starts well before a runner is perched at the starting line. It takes weeks, even months of training, sacrifice and self-discipline in preparation of that first step.
Here are some tips from the experts on how to get ready to run your best race:
1. Start early: Whitney Heins, founder of the Mother Runners, suggests that if you’re already a runner, start building a “base” of six miles at a time before starting serious training for least 20 weeks before a scheduled race. If you’re starting from scratch, you should begin training at least six to nine months in advance.
2. Free training: Expert Hal Higdon offers a free, 18-week online training regimen for novice runners. His tips include resting on Mondays and Fridays to allow the muscles to regenerate; running slower during training than your actual racing pace; walking during races if necessary; cross training and strength training.
3. Nutrition: Heins says the best diet for marathon training is a balance of “macronutrients,” including fats, carbs and proteins. Avoid processed food with a daily goal of at least two snacks and three meals consisting of these three nutritional groups.
Expert Askur Jeukendrup recommends testing a variety of food options to determine which ones work best for you.
“Increase your carbohydrate intake moderately in the days before your race to fill up your glycogen stores,” he says. “Eat breakfast three to four hours before your start. Avoid excessive fiber, fat or protein; bring a gel or carbohydrate drink to sip in the hour before your start.”
Dr. Carol Mack, a doctor of physical therapy who works with runners cautions marathoners not to eat new or unfamiliar foods prior to a race.
4. Sweat rates: Calculating your sweat rate — the amount of fluid you need to replace what is lost while running — is crucial to prevent dehydration. The Gatorade Sports Science Institute offers a sweat rate calculator with worksheets.
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Ohio's early voting starts Tuesday; find out more about Stark County ballots
Early voting starts today.
"We'll be voting on all candidates and issues, except for general assembly candidates and state central committee candidates," said Regina Johnson, deputy director of the Stark County Board of Elections. "Early voting is so easy. It really is a very convenient way to vote."
In the 2020 election, only about 45% of the people who voted did so at the polls, she said. "About 20% of the people who voted (did so) early in-person. About 35% voted absentee through the mail."
Voting can take place either by mail with an absentee ballot or in person at the Stark County Board of Elections office, 3525 Regent Ave. NE.
Ohio House, Ohio Senate, and state Central Committee races will not appear on the May primary ballots due to Ohio Supreme Court's March invalidation of the redistricting plan proposed by the Ohio General Assembly. A later election date for those races has yet to be set.
However, candidates for Ohio governor and lieutenant governor will be determined in the May primary. The Democratic primary features John Cranley, former mayor of Cincinnati, and Nan Whaley, former mayor of Dayton. The Republican primary features: Joe Blystone, farmer and business owner; Gov. Mike DeWine; former U.S. Rep. Jim Renacci; and former state Rep. Ron Hood.
Meanwhile, the U.S. Senate race is crowded because current U.S. Sen. Rob Portman is retiring.
The Democratic primary features: businesswoman Traci "TJ" Johnson; attorney Morgan Harper, and U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan.
The Republican primary features: state Sen. Matt Dolan, businessman Mike Gibbons, former state Treasurer Josh Mandel, businessman Neil Patel, businessman Mark Pukita, former Ohio Republican Party Chair Jane Timken and author and businessman JD Vance.
Here's a look at other key state races:
Attorney General
Democrat state Rep. Jeff Crossman
Republican incumbent Dave Yost
Auditor of State
Democrat Taylor Sappington, Nelsonville city auditor
Republican incumbent Keith Faber
Secretary of State
Democrat Chelsea Clark, Forest Park council member
Republicans John Adams and incumbent Frank LaRose
Treasurer of State
Democrat Scott Schertzer, mayor of Marion
Republican incumbent Robert Sprague
Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice
Democrat Jennifer Brunner
Republican Sharon Kennedy
Ohio Supreme Court Justice
Democrats Judge Terri Jamison and Judge Marilyn Zayas
Republicans Justice Pat DeWine and Justice Pat Fischer
"Ohio’s elections are secure, they’re accurate, and they’re more accessible than they’ve ever been," Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose said in a prepared statement. "Ohioans should know that your neighbors, the bipartisan election officials that work in your county board of elections, have been working overtime to make sure we’re ready to go. Now it’s your turn to make a voting plan and ensure your voice is heard on May 3."
What's happening in Stark County?
In Stark County, each party is represented by one candidate for county commissioner. Democrat DaMonda R. Streeter of Massillon is challenging longtime Republican incumbent Janet Weir Creighton
Alliance, Marlington and the Tuscarawas Valley school districts all have issues on the ballot, along with road issues in Lawrence and Pike townships and fire issues in Sandy Creek, Washington Township and Tuscarawas Township.
There are also various of alcohol sales issues across the county.
The deadline to request an absentee ballot is April 30.
The polls for the May primary election will be open May 3 from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
For more details, including a complete list of candidates and polling locations, go to: https://starkcountyohio.gov/government/offices/board_of_elections/.
How to vote in-person
You can find your polling location by visiting your local county board of election's website or the Secretary of State's directory.
April early in-person voting hours
April 5-8: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
April 11-15: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
April 18-22: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
April 25-29: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
April 30: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
May Early in-person voting hours
May 1: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
May 2: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
How to vote by mail
The deadline to request an absentee ballot is three days before the election. There are three ways to do this.
- Fill out the online application, print it and mail it to your local county board of elections
- Call the board of elections and request an application is mailed to you
- Write a letter to county board of elections with your full name, date of birth, and address where you are registered to vote. A statement identifying the election and stating you are a qualified voter are required. A full list of required information is available on the Secretary of State's website.
Absentee ballots should be dropped off no later than 7:30 p.m. on Election Day. Ballots must be postmarked by May 2.
Includes reporting by the Columbus Dispatch.
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Rabbitt Landscaping finds new home in Jackson Township at former Easterday's store
JACKSON TWP. – When he heard about the opportunity to buy the former Easterday's Flower & Gift Shop, Matt Rabbitt didn't hesitate.
He left a note on the door on a Sunday. The shop's owner, Kathey Marzilli, called back and after a few months of discussions, Rabbitt Landscaping & Installation had a new home.
More:Easterday's Flower & Gift Shop marks 50 years.
The building at 5720 Hills & Dales Road NW is a perfect, central location for Rabbitt's business, he said. Rabbitt started the business in 2013 offering residential and some commercial landscaping and lawn care. The business has grown and added fence installation and snow and ice control services.
Marzilli has owned Easterday's since 1998, but opted to retire and sell the business. Rabbitt acquired the building and surrounding property where he can store equipment and materials.
A buyer is interested in the floral business, but that sale hasn't closed. Easterday's floral department still is offering fresh flower and silk flower arrangements. It's anticipated that the business will relocate to the Whippledale shopping area.
Rabbitt's landscaping and fence installation business has customers in Stark, Summit, Portage, Cuyahoga and Medina counties. While he started with mostly residential properties, the business has evolved to an even split between residential and commercial customers, he said.
Rabbitt was in school when he started working for local landscape companies, Rice's Landscape Redefined and then Enviroscapes. Although Rabbitt was training to work as an air traffic controller, he preferred being outdoors working on landscape projects. After finishing college, he decided to start his own business.
Moving to the former Easterday's store from a location in Lake Township is like returning home, Rabbitt said. He grew up in Jackson Township, graduated from Jackson High School, and lives in the community with his wife Sarah and their son Luke.
"This opportunity was a blessing in itself," Rabbitt said of acquiring the location. "I'm happy to be in a spot near where I grew up."
Rabbitt said he's built the business on customer service. He has six employees who know landscaping and fencing, and do quality work. Fence installation sets the company apart from other landscape businesses, he said.
In the new location, Rabbitt said he hopes to broaden the business by adding some retail services. That could mean Christmas tree sales later this year, as well other seasonal and landscaping products.
The location has been a retail nursery and gift shop since the 1960s, when J. Melvin Easterday and his wife, Anna "Elizabeth" Easterday opened the business. Several owners have had the business through the years.
Superior welcomed to the fold
Members of the Michigan Milk Producers Association (MMPA) welcomed recent acquisition Superior Dairy during the organization's 106th annual meeting last month.
The MMPA's leaders said they want to take charge of change, and cited last year's addition of Superior Dairy, based in Perry Township, as step in that direction.
More:Superior Dairy sold, will be subsidiary of Michigan Milk Producers group
The deal making Superior Dairy part of the MMPA closed on Dec. 31.
"It was the culmination of years of working together and every time we met, it was to discuss how we could win by working together," said Doug Chapin, the MMPA's board chairman.
Joe Diglio, MMPA president and chief executive officer, said taking charge of change begins with aligning in a vision.
"It isn't just one person's strategy that makes us successful, it's a team of people that believe in the direction and help accomplish our desired outcome," Diglio said.
The MMPA is a milk marketing cooperative and dairy processor that is owned by its members. It serves dairy farmers in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and Wisconsin, with cheese production in Indiana and milk processing in Ohio.
Following the merger, Greg Soehnlen, president of Superior Dairy, is chief operating and business development office for the MMPA, while Chris Soehnlen is plant manager for the Perry Township operation. The Soehnlens represent the fourth generation of family members leading the dairy.
Diebold Nixdorf teams with credit union
One of the country's 100 largest credit unions will replace its entire fleet of automatic teller machines with DN Series equipment from Diebold Nixdorf.
Langley Federal Credit Union, which has 320,000 members and $4.2 billion in assets, also will have Diebold Nixdorf operate and manage its entire self-service banking channel. The credit union is based in Hampton Roads, Virginia, and has 20 branch offices.
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Author tells Sebring, West Branch students to seize opportunity
SEBRING – Author Arshay Cooper told students from Sebring and West Branch school districts on Friday that the decisions they make today and the way they treat others will have an impact on their futures.
"What you do now is important," the Chicago native said.
Cooper, who write this year's One Book One Community selection, visited Sebring McKinley Jr./Sr. High School to discuss his book and answer questions from students about his life and career.
More:Author Arshay Cooper discusses inspiring the next generation during Alliance visit
His novel, "A Most Beautiful Thing," centers around his experience as a member of the first all-Black high school rowing team in the U.S. The book details Cooper and his teammates coming together to learn to row, their lives growing up on Chicago's west side in the 1990s and the racism they experienced participating in a mostly white sport.
Cooper said he was inspired to write the memoir after speaking to a group of students and realizing that his story could have an impact on them. From a young age, he knew he wanted to do something great with his life, he said.
He encouraged students to surround themselves with people who inspire them to succeed, as well as to seize opportunities that come their way.
"You have to get up and get it," Cooper said.
"A Most Beautiful Thing" was made into a documentary released in 2020. The film – which is narrated by Common and produced by Grant Hill, Dwyane Wade and 9th Wonder – won a 2021 Gracie Award and was nominated for several other accolades.
Today, Cooper works as a motivational speaker and runs an organization designed to introduced the sport of rowing to students in underserved communities. The sport had a significant impact on him, from the mentorship of his coaches to travel opportunities. He wants to give more students a chance for this kind of experience.
"The beauty of the water changed my life," Cooper said.
His ultimate goal is to help diversify the sport and make it a better reflection of the diversity in America, he said.
Sebring McKinley Jr./Sr. High School Language Arts teacher Nicole Mathias said Cooper inspired many students with his story of overcoming adversity and started many conversations between students and teachers.
"There is something so powerful about putting books in the hands of readers, especially young readers," she said.
One Book One Community is a joint effort between various community partners, including Rodman Public Library, Friends of Rodman Public Library, University of Mount Union, Greater Alliance Foundation and The Alliance Review.
Cooper also visited schools in the Alliance City and Marlington Local districts.
Reach Paige at 330-580-8577 or pmbennett@gannett.com, or on Twitter at @paigembenn.
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Jackson High School's Leena Patibandla verbally commits to Wisconsin women's basketball
Being an elite athlete in three different sports, Leena Patibandla heard from quite a few colleges the last few years.
One, though, started to stand out last fall. And this past weekend, the Jackson High School junior committed to the Wisconsin women's basketball program. Patibandla — the 2021 Canton Repository Stark County Female Athlete of the Year — announced her decision on social media Sunday.
"It was surreal. Realizing that being a D1 athlete was like a possibility, you always dreamed like 'I'm going to go play in college,' but you don't think 'I'm going to play Division I," Patibandla said. "It was super cool how that opportunity to know that this is a chance for me to grow as an athlete."
She's the second Jackson player to head to the Big Ten within the last five years, joining current Ohio State Buckeye, Taylor Mikesell, whom she considers a role model.
Patibandla has been receiving interest from Division I schools since her freshman year. Her first offer came from Akron. Other schools such as Virginia Tech and the Columbia showed interest before Wisconsin came on her radar last summer.
Wisconsin stayed close to Patibandla throughout this school year. Head coach Marisa Moseley and some of her staff members first saw her in action as a volleyball player. Moseley offered her on the spot. After her official visit, Patibandla was sold.
"I loved the campus immediately. It really felt like home," Patibandla said. "After that, they came over to my house for a home visit, and it was super cool because they laid everything out. I guess it just put it all together and like there was nothing better."
Jackson girls basketball coach Anthony Butch praised Patibandla for her work ethic and productivity on the field and in the classroom.
"We are all so very proud of Leena," Butch said. "The most impressive aspect of Leena that most people do not realize is that not only is she a three-sport varsity standout, but she maintains (academic excellence) with easily one of the most difficult academic schedules any student can have at Jackson. The way she juggles everything is incredible.
"She comes from an amazing family and is truly the most gifted student-athletes I have ever coached. Wisconsin is getting a great basketball player and amazing all-around person."
Patibandla earned all-county honors in volleyball, basketball, and track and field as a sophomore. She earned All-Ohio honors in the latter last June in two events by placing fifth in the high jump (clearing 5 feet, 5 inches) and eighth in the discus (throwing 121-4). In volleyball, she's helped Jackson win back-to-back district titles.
This past winter in basketball, Patibandla earned All-Federal League honors. She already holds the school record for most blocked shots in a season (50). She's been more of a post player at Jackson, but her college future will be as a guard. She hopes to expand her role as a ballhandler as a senior.
Some of her younger teammates emerged this past season as post players, Patibandla said, "and they got some good sizes, too, so I think if we as a team get that going, I think we will have a great season coming up."
They had a great season this past winter.
Patibandla came up huge in a regional semifinal win over Green in helping the Polar Bears win a regional title to reach their first state tournament. They finished 20-7, losing in the state semifinals to Mason.
"I think we just took it one game at a time, and we weren't thinking too far ahead and weren't thinking about getting in our heads from the past games," Patibandla said. "I think we just did a great job coming together as a team."
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Alliance takes first step in tax agreement for Carnation Mall plan
ALLIANCE – City Council on Monday took the first step in moving forward with a tax agreement for the Carnation City Mall redevelopment project.
The city intends to place the mall property into a tax incremental financing (TIF) program that will exempt the owners from real property taxes for 30 years.
Mayor Alan Andreani said this type of TIF requires the city, developer (FP Alliance LLC) and property owner (D&L Ferguson, LLC) to sign an agreement transferring the land from the property owner to the city and then back to the property owner before finally to the developer.
"It's a rather complicated TIF setup," he said.
More:Carnation Mall redevelopment to have Meijer, up to six other retailers
The ordinance authorized Andreani to begin this process and pay $1 for the city to take temporary ownership of the mall property.
Council will eventually need to pass several additional ordinances to put the TIF in motion as Fairmount Properties and Meijer will each be taking ownership of pieces of the property.
The tax agreement has been in the works for more than a year and a half.
Council executed an agreement in 2021 between the city and Marlington Local School District — in which the mall property is located — so the district will receive an amount equal to 25% of what it would have gotten if not for the TIF.
Demolitions for the mall redevelopment project are expected to start this spring.
In other action, Council authorized Director of Public Safety and Service Mike Dreger to advertise bids and enter into contracts for the 2022 road resurfacing and overlay program at a cost not to exceed $1.9 million.
UP NEXT: Council's next regular meeting will be 6 p.m. April 18 at the Alliance Area Senior Center.
Reach Paige at 330-580-8577 or pmbennett@gannett.com, or on Twitter at @paigembenn.
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Austin-Bailey Health and Wellness Foundation approves grants
CANTON – The trustees of the Austin-Bailey Health and Wellness Foundation have approved grants totaling $200,500 to 15 nonprofit organizations and nine colleges.
The foundation supports programs that promote the physical and mental well-being of the people residing in Holmes, Stark, Tuscarawas and Wayne counties.
The foundation provides $43,000 in scholarships to students engaged in health-related studies at Aultman College, Kent State University Stark, Kent State University Tuscarawas, Malone University, Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, Stark State College, University of Akron Wayne College, University of Mount Union and Walsh University.
Those receiving grants were:
- A Whole Community, Wooster: $7,000, food pantry distribution.
- Akron Children’s Hospital: $9,500, rehabilitative equipment for the Canton and Massillon facilities.
- American Red Cross, Canton: $5,000, platelets for cancer patients.
- Coleman Professional Services in Canton: $20,000, counseling for at-risk youth.
- Christian Children’s Home in Wooster: $5,400, flooring for one of the cottages.
- CommQuest Services in Canton: $7,000, furniture update.
- Faith in Action in Massillon: $10,400, services for seniors.
- Friends of the Homeless in New Philadelphia: $10,000, screening services.
- Hammer & Nails in Canton: $9,500, assist in the purchase of a van.
- Lake Township Fish in Hartville: $7,600, refrigerated produce display.
- Legacy of Honor in Louisville: $10,000, first responder training.
- Malone University in Canton: $26,100, communication simulator mannequin.
- Refuge of Hope Ministries in Canton: $5,000, purchase insulin for the new medical clinic.
- Ronald McDonald House in Akron: $15,000, room sponsorship.
- Tuscarawas Clinic for the Working Uninsured in Dover: $10,000, operating support.
The foundation has two grant cycles each year, and welcomes grant requests that are health and wellness related. The deadline for submitting grants for the next cycle is Nov. 29.
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Veterans benefits luncheon April 9
The Repository
MASSILLON – American Legion Post 221 and the SAM Center will be hosting a benefits luncheon at noon April 9 at Post 221, 427 Lincoln Way E.
Mission BBQ lunch will be served as Devin Wilgus, outreach coordinator for the Northeast Ohio VA Healthcare System, will present information on the VA health benefit.
Attendees will learn about
- How to apply for VA Healthcare
- How to utilize VA care and private Insurance
- Who qualifies for payment as a caregiver
- Coverage for hearing aids
- How to qualify for home improvements and structural alterations (HISA) such as ramps for entry and exit, accessible kitchens and bathrooms
Pre-register by calling the SAM Center at 330-956-6162.
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Richie Ramone bringing punk rock to Canton; never expects another Zeppelin, Doors, Nirvana
CANTON — Small clubs like Buzzbin are where Richie Ramone enjoys hammering away at the drums and singing in his raspy growl while unleashing the punk rock fury of songs like "Smash You."
Crowds press up against the stage. Bass thumps, guitars blare. The former member of the legendary band the Ramones leans toward fans as they sing along to classic anthems like "Blitzkrieg Bop."
"That's what I prefer," the 65-year-old frontman said of clubs with the capacity for a few hundred fans. "I want the excitement of a small room.
"The energy is outstanding. I get people every night (who say it's) the best show I've seen in 20 years. It's like this show doesn't stop; it's full of energy. There's really no talking, and the band I have now is so good."
Ramone is bringing that attitude and spirit to downtown Canton on Wednesday for a 9 p.m. show at Buzzbin, 331 Cleveland Ave. NW. Tickets are $15 and available at https://buzzbincanton.com under the website's calendar section. Tickets also will be sold at the door as long as they're available.
Ramone performs in Columbus at 9 p.m. Thursday at Skully's Music Diner, 1151 N. High St. Tickets are $10 and available at www.ticketweb.com.
Ramone's band features Clare Misstake, bass and vocals; Ronnie Simmons, guitar and vocals; and Chris Moye on drums.
A member of the Ramones from February 1983 through August 1987, he was the only drummer to be credited as a composer, writer and lead vocalist of a Ramones' song (six total).
Richie wasn't an original member of the band, which was formed in 1974 in New York City and inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2002.
During the pandemic, Ramone began acting in independent films.
"I'm in a movie called ('Friday the 13th: Vengeance 2')," he said. "It's a fan film, and that should be coming out in two or three months. I have fights with Jason Vorhees ... and I don't want to tell you the whole thing, but that's real cool."
He's also working on a new album scheduled for release in 2023. Last month, he released the songs, "Not Afraid" and a cover of "Cry Little Sister."
"I try to top my albums each time, and this one is going to be probably the best of them all, because I'm really finding myself as an artist now," he said.
For more information on the tour and Ramone's new music, visit https://www.richieramone.com.
During a phone interview on Monday, Ramone was gracious, conversational and passionate when reflecting on his tour, the legacy of the Ramones, his budding movie career, the death of Foo Fighters' drummer Taylor Hawkins and other topics.
The interview was edited for brevity and clarity.
The current rock music scene
"It's totally different, like rock and roll really isn't on the radio anymore, especially when you get into the music I play and stuff — it's not around. So the only way a kid growing up 10 years old whatever or 11, they either get into it through their parents who are Ramones fans (who) listen to that kind of music, or they're turned onto to it by someone in school, because they're not going to find it on the radio.
"They're just going to go the poppy, hip hop road, because every night I get dads or moms who come with their kids who may be 18, 20 years old now, and (they say), 'Yeah, my dad raised me on this kind of music,' so that's the only way that happens, so the audiences are dwindling, and you've got to remember that the Ramones, a lot of those people are in their seventies now, so they're not really going out to shows..."
The greatness of the Ramones
"The Ramones were extremely influential. They changed the sound of music in (1975), and people asked me how come that happened, why? Because No. 1, they were inventers, and, No. 2, they were good songwriters. And when you listen to a Ramones' song, they don't sound dated, even though they're from the 70s, 80s. They don't sound like a dated period like a lot of bands where you go, 'Oh, that's 1981 or something.' The Ramones are timeless."
The recent death of Foo Fighters' drummer Taylor Hawkins
"I've learned. Listen, I know how to party, and I've partied in the past, and I still do it, but I realize when you get older, you have to be careful, and some of these (late rock stars and icons) aren't. All of them have too many drugs in their system, and it's a shame, because what happens is maybe they're on anti-depressants.
"Artists, the really good ones, always have some deep, dark thing going on, which is there, but you need to know how to control that and not let yourself just go too crazy. And sometimes that's what happens, and it only takes one little second ... when you're not 25 and 30 anymore. I'm in my sixties; you got to be a little cautious about that and aware of that ... like, 'Whoa, ok, I'm not going to do that,' and just try to control your demons in a different way, because we all have them ..."
"But Taylor, he was a great guy. I met him last at the CBGB premiere. Just a really nice guy, but it was just the wrong time, and boom, you do something wrong, pow, that's it, it's over – it can happen that quickly. He had 10 drugs in him at one time (according to a toxicology report); come on, you can't do that anymore – you can probably get away with that when you're younger.
"And that's how I've lost a lot of people. That's how we lost Dee Dee (Ramone). Dee Dee, my whole tenure in the band, he never did drugs, he never did heroin or none of that stuff, and then the one time he did it years later, your body isn't used to it, and boom, it's over. So it's a terrible thing; it's really sad to see this..."
What to expect at the Canton show.
"I have my stuff and stuff I wrote for the Ramones, and ... I have more rasp to (my voice), so I like to do the heavier stuff from the Ramones. I don't really do the sweet, poppy stuff because that's not me. I don't really know how to write a happy song. I've never really written a happy song. I'm more of a dark writer.
"... I play drums and sing some songs, but you can't front a whole show behind all that metal and wood (of a drum kit). There's no connection to the audience, so you've got to get out front ... and the band is just hot and hopping, and that's important, because without them, I'm just like an old guy singing a song on a stage."
Will there be another culturally-defining rock band like The Rolling Stones, The Doors, Guns N' Roses or Nirvana?
"It won't happen ever again. The times of '60s, '70s, music was changing every day. Now, it's just basically machines making music, and it's cheap for the couple of labels that are out there to make. I mean, they would spend like two weeks on getting Van Halen's drum sound just in the studio. They would spend hundreds of thousands and maybe $1 million in making a record.
"That doesn't happen anymore. Most of it's done at home. Billie Eilish made the record at home, and then they mix it in the studio. So it's all electronic and it's cheap to make... (Record labels) only want singles; they only want a hit that they can make money, so they'll be nothing like (those legendary mainstream rock bands) anymore – that's my opinion."
New movie career
"I do these conventions, horror conventions or comic cons, where you sign autographs ... and this one director came, and (he wanted me) to be in this movie, which is called, 'Headcheese the Movie,' which is out now (on Amazon Prime Video), and I started with him. And these are like B-roll movies, where the audio isn't perfect. It's not blockbuster movies ...
"I play the king vampire, (in the 2022 movie Protége moi) who has all these women at his feet. They're chained to me, and I let them go, and it's like every man's fantasy. You don't have to do anything. If you want your nails done, you stick your hand out and they take care of you. They bring me girls to feed on and stuff like that, so it's very interesting."
Reach Ed at 330-580-8315 and ebalint@gannett.com
If you go
WHAT – Richie Ramone's punk rock band, with opening acts Public Nature and Leather Weather.
WHERE – Buzzbin, 331 Cleveland Ave. NW in downtown Canton.
WHEN – 9 p.m. Wednesday; doors open at 7 p.m.
TICKETS – $15 at https://buzzbincanton.com. Tickets also will be sold at the door while supplies last.
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Police cite driver accused of crashing into North Canton golf course pond
NORTH CANTON – City police say they have cited the driver who climbed from her sinking van at a local golf course pond, resulting in an early-morning water rescue effort.
The crash occurred around 1:30 a.m. Sunday inside the city-owned Arrowhead Golf Course.
The 38-year-old woman, who lives on Woodland Avenue NW in Canton, is accused of reckless operation on private property and failure to control the vehicle, both misdemeanor charges, according to a news release Tuesday from the police department.
Investigators believe she had been the driver and sole occupant of the 2015 Chrysler minivan pulled from the golf course pond following a search by the South Summit County Dive Team.
"The listed vehicle entered the golf course after leaving the roadway at Fair Oaks Avenue SW and Rose Lane Street SW, traveling southbound through backyards and then westbound down the 8th hole fairway," according to a news release from Sgt. Matthew Buzzard.
How did the car enter the pond?
He said she eventually "looped back eastbound and entered the pond behind the clubhouse."
The woman told authorities she swam from the sinking vehicle and that she didn't know where she was. She knocked on doors to neighboring homes in the area asking for help, leading residents to notify authorities.
Police pinged her cellphone and, following tracks leading into the pond, found the submerged van when a responding North Canton firefighter caught a glimpse of it with his spotlight. The dive team was called in to see if anyone was inside the vehicle or the pond as a Stark County Sheriff's deputy used a drone to search the area from above.
Which departments assisted at Arrowhead Golf Course?
The dive team members, who come from Coventry, New Franklin, Green and Lakemore, used sonar equipment to scan the pond as well.
The Canton Regional Crash Team was called to assist with the investigation.
No one was injured in the crash, in which police say "alcohol is suspected to have been a contributing factor," Buzzard said in the news release Tuesday.
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Louisville City Council approves buying W. Main Street property
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Monday meeting
KEY ACTION: Approved buying the property at 2100 W. Main St.
DISCUSSION: Having determined that the property serves as a prime location for potential development of city facilities, Council authorized City Manager Thomas Pukys to enter into a purchase agreement at $1.33 million.
Pukys will review and execute a purchase agreement, or terminate if necessary.
The building formerly housed an automobile dealership and currently is occupied by Sky Sweeping, a road sweeping firm, which has a lease that the city has no intention of ceasing, according to Pukys.
The ordinance will receive a public hearing prior to final action by Council at the April 18 meeting.
OTHER ACTION:
- Accepted a change order reducing the cost of the Water Treatment Plant project by $45,592.65 due to the elimination of pavement and power service materials and unneeded labor.
- Agreed not to request a hearing of the transfer of a liquor permit for the Pizza Hut located on N. Chapel Street.
- Gave final approval to change the zoning of a church property to allow a new electronic sign. A public hearing at which church representatives spoke in favor of reviving the membership, preceded Council action.
UP NEXT: Meets at 7 p.m. April 18 at Constitution Center 1022 W. Main St..
— David Scheurer
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Stark housing board will handle search for new executive director
CANTON – For the first time in nine years, the Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority is looking for an executive director.
Herman Hill, who's headed the public housing agency since 2013, departs at the end of the month. He was recently hired for the top position at the Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority.
More:Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority director lands Akron job
More:Stark housing director seeks Akron job
On Tuesday, the five-member Stark Housing Authority board met to plan strategy for selecting a successor.
"This is a multimillion dollar business," said board member Dan McMasters. "We want the absolute best person we can find."
That could include considering candidates from outside the public housing field, if the person has a strong executive leadership background, McMasters suggested.
Board members Roger Mann, Nenya Ross, Tim Shetzer, Jeff McDaniels and McMasters opted to handle the search and hiring themselves, rather than employ a search firm or consultant — the route the Akron board took in hiring Hill.
McMasters, a retired State Farm Insurance agent, and McDaniels, a financial adviser, were named to a committee to oversee the process. McDaniels is the only holdover from a board that hired Hill in 2013.
Shetzer said it will be important to create a timeline, to set deadline dates for each step in the process.
The Stark Housing Authority's human resources staff will assist, beginning with identifying outlets to advertise the position.
Hill suggested each board member may eventually want to identify his or her top-5 or top-10 list of candidates. From there, they can see which candidates appear on everyone's list to narrow the field.
Founded in 1939 as the Canton Housing Authority, the Stark agency is funded largely by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. With an annual budget of more than $32 million, it operates 2,544 public housing units and oversees 1,473 Housing Choice (Section 8) vouchers for privately-owned rental units.
The board also went into a closed-door executive session Tuesday to discuss naming an interim director when Hill leaves. However, it took no action on that matter.
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North Canton's inclusive playground to open April 23
NORTH CANTON – "Inclusive Fun Coming in 2021!"
That was the sign posted outside of the construction zone at Dogwood Park along 7th Street NE, at the site that would become the park's new accessible playground.
But with pandemic-related construction days and the Ohio weather, the $1.8 million playground project took longer than anticipated.
On April 23, however, the wait will be over.
"I'm so excited because the community so excited," North Canton Deputy Director for Administration Catherine Farina said.
The city plans to host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 23 to debut the remodeled playground, which includes adaptive equipment and turf, rather than mulch, to make the area usable for kids with mobility or other assistive devices. The park will include swings, slides, ramps and other play features.
"We don't have one [adaptive park] in the city and we don't even have any adaptive equipment, except for maybe one swing at one park," Farina said.
Park neighbor Sandy Tipton said her family can't wait for the opening, especially because her grand-nephew Landon, who was born with a disability, hasn't been able to play as easily at other playgrounds.
"He was born with low muscle tone, so basically all he can play on is the baby swings at other parks," Tipton said. "The way I'm seeing it, he can feel a little more included and maybe use some of the stuff he's learned in physical therapy."
She lives down the street from the park and said she takes 2-year-old Landon and his older sisters Bella and Chloe on walks past the construction site to see the progress.
"I think the girls are more excited, just to play with their little brother at the park," Tipton said.
Susanne Cecil, another Dogwood-area neighbor, said her 8-year-old daughter Cassidy and 5-year-old son Mattis are also excited for the opening. She's taken her kids to Dogwood Park since they were young and is especially happy about how much bigger and safer the new playground will be.
"A lot of the towns around us have things like that, and so I think that we are well overdue to have a nice big inclusive park in North Canton," Cecil said.
The playground was funded jointly by grants from the state of Ohio and private donors. Farina said the city plans to announce a donor program at the ribbon-cutting to allow the community to assist in future upgrades or improvements.
Sam Zern can be reached at szern@cantonrep.com or 330-580-8322. You can also find her on Twitter at @sam_zern.
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'Fentanyl has become a death sentence." Canton Police Chief praises federal drug conviction
CANTON – A 30-year-old Canton man is facing a possible life sentence in prison after being convicted of federal drug and gun charges.
Juan Grogan Jr.'s trial lasted two days in U.S. District Court in Cleveland before Judge Donald C. Nugent.
He will be sentenced in July.
The Michigan native, convicted of counts of possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and gun-related charges, was represented by defense attorney James Jenkins. U.S. Assistant Prosecutor Damoun Delaviz prosecuted the case.
More:Fourth man arrested in Canton abduction, shooting
The case was investigated by the FBI, the U.S. Marshals Service, the Canton Police Department and the Stark County Sheriff’s Office.
"This is another example of what collaboration in law enforcement can achieve. Fentanyl has become a death sentence for many in our community and continued efforts like this can start to bring that to an end," Canton Police Chief Jack Angelo said on Tuesday.
More:Fourth man arrested in Canton abduction, shooting
What led to federal drug charges against Juan Grogan?
According to court records, Grogan was under investigation for a Dec. 1, 2020, shootout between two vehicles involving his gray Dodge Journey, which was captured on surveillance camera.
The U.S. Marshals Service and FBI Safe Streets Task Force were attempting to serve Grogan for the outstanding warrants on Dec. 7, 2020, when they spotted his vehicle outside a home in the 600 block of Roslyn Avenue SW.
Grogan was seen crawling out of a window at a home nearby, eluding police.
Law enforcement entered the home Grogan left and spoke with a woman who claimed to be Grogan's girlfriend. She granted police access to her home, where police spotted the keys to Grogan's vehicle.
Inside the Dodge Journey, officers said they found a Glock handgun under the driver's side floorboard loaded with 23 rounds, and a plastic bag containing brown powder. Grogan's wallet with his Michigan driver's license was also found inside the SUV.
According to a federal complaint, a special agent with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosive concluded that Glock handguns aren’t manufactured in Ohio, and that the firearm in question had traveled in interstate commerce
The powder was tested by the Stark County Crime Lab, and tested positive for fentanyl and heroin. In all, police said they confiscated nearly 76 grams of narcotics.
Court records show Grogan was arrested at a store in Canton on Dec. 10, 2020.
Reach Cassandra cnist@gannett.com; Follow on Twitter @Cassienist
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Canton police: Maryland man remains unconscious a week after assault
CANTON – A Maryland man injured outside a downtown Canton bar last week remains unconscious in a local hospital, according to Canton police.
The suspect accused of causing the injuries turned himself in to police Monday night. The 22-year-old Lawrence Township resident was arrested at the police department, said Lt. Dennis Garren, police spokesman.
More:Crime under scrutiny: New Canton Crime Center aims to help solve, prevent
He faces one count of felonious assault charge stemming from the confrontation outside a bar in the 300 block of Cleveland Avenue NW, at 1:25 a.m. March 29, according to Stark County court and jail records.
The 22-year-old is accused of shoving the man to the ground, causing him to strike his head on the road. The 36-year-old victim from Westminster, Maryland, suffered "very serious injuries," according to court and jail records.
Garren said the victim remained hospitalized and unconscious on Tuesday.
A GoFundMe account established by the victim's sister said he was assaulted by an unknown person or a group of people.
She has not responded to a request Tuesday for comment from The Canton Repository.
She wrote that the man whose friends know him as "witty, 'full of life' and outgoing," was placed "in intensive care. He is also on a ventilator and is in a medically induced state of sedation," according to the website.
The suspect remained behind bars Tuesday, held without bond pending a Canton Municipal Court hearing, according to jail records.
Garren said the incident remained under investigation on Tuesday.
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Bankruptcy filing by utility provider Volunteer Energy likely to prompt new rates for some
Several thousand Stark County customers are facing changes in their gas and electric rates following a move last month by Volunteer Energy to file for bankruptcy protection in Columbus.
The Pickerington-based energy supplier provides natural gas and electricity service to more than 200,000 customers in Ohio. It sought bankruptcy protection in federal court on March 25.
The filing by Volunteer Energy won't disrupt service for its customers, who will be reassigned to their local electric and natural gas utilities, according to the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio.
Who had Volunteer Energy?
In Stark County, Volunteer Energy provided gas aggregation services for residents in the county's program, along with programs in Brewster, Navarre and North Canton, and the company is electric aggregation provider for Minerva. Now those communities will be placed on the local electric utility's "standard service offer" or the gas utility’s "standard choice offer" or "gas cost recovery" rate.
Ohio law requires electric and natural gas distribution utilities to serve as a provider of last resort if a competitive supplier is no longer able to provide service for any reason.
Customers in aggregation programs with Volunteer Energy could be paying the local utility's default rate for electricity or natural gas, and that may be different than rates Volunteer offered.
Volunteer Energy was the natural gas supplier for 1,882 residential customers and 75 commercial customers in Stark County's aggregation program in eastern townships serviced by Columbia Gas of Ohio.
Stark County signed a four-year contract in 2021 where customers could get gas from Volunteer Energy. North Canton also is in a four-year contract with Volunteer that runs until October 2024.
More than 400 customers are enrolled in Brewster's gas aggregation program. Village officials are awaiting word on how customers will be affected, as well as the possibility that their contract could be sold.
County seeking other providers
Stark County officials are disappointed that Volunteer Energy will no longer honor the contract. County Administrator Brant Luther said work already has begun with the county's consultant to seek new supplier offers. Officials hope to restart the gas aggregation program for Columbia Gas-supplied residents later this summer.
The county has offered gas aggregation since it was approved by voters in 2004. It has a separate aggregation plan for residents living in Dominion East Ohio service areas.
"The county's gas aggregation program is simply another option for residents in their attempts to manage their natural gas costs," Luther said.
Residents who don't want to be part of the aggregation plan can seek offers on their own, or remain with Columbia's monthly variable standard choice offer rate, he said.
PUCO offers options
Affected customers will have the option to enroll with a different competitive supplier. Consumers can review competitive offers from other retail providers at the PUCO's Energy Choice Ohio website at www.energychoice.ohio.gov. The Ohio Consumers Council also has information about standard offers and energy marketer offers at www.occ.ohio.gov/factsheet/energy-choice-101.
Volunteer Energy serves as the retail provider of natural gas and electric service to 139 townships, villages and cities throughout the state. Customers participating in Volunteer's local government aggregation program will have their service returned to the local distribution utility’s default rate.
Stark County and other communities might choose to establish an aggregation arrangement with another competitive retail provider.
Other states affected
Besides Ohio, Volunteer Energy operates in Michigan, Pennsylvania and Kentucky as well, serving more than 300,000 customers, according to the company's website.
According to documents in its filing in U.S. District Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Ohio, Volunteer Energy estimated both assets and debts at between $50 million and $100 million. The top debtors are mostly other energy companies.
The company filed for bankruptcy after defaulting on $12.6 million in payments owed to wholesale energy providers, according to media accounts.
Before Volunteer Energy, the last energy supplier in Ohio to default was Entrust Energy a year ago. But that company was much smaller than Volunteer with about 3,500 retail electricity customers across the state.
Includes reporting by Canton Repository staff writer Edd Pritchard and Columbus Dispatch reporter Mark Williams.
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Double hit: Stark County food banks dealing with inflation as need increases
It's been a while since Josh Lawrence-Taylor could regularly find free milk and butter at the local food pantry.
"The shelves in here used to be full of stuff. Now it's here and there. A very small selection of things," said Lawrence-Taylor, 30, of Canton.
He visits free food pantries to supplement what he can buy on what he said are his meager part-time factory earnings. "It's a hit-and-miss when they have it (milk and butter)."
Lawrence-Taylor was shopping last month for produce at the Canton Free Store and Market at Crossroads United Methodist Church in downtown Canton.
More:Celebrity Cuisine set for Tuesday in Canton to raise money for hunger relief
More:Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank reports surging food prices, supply issues
More:Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank dedicates Stark County Campus
At another regular at Free Store and Market, Del-cus Evans, 35, of Canton, said he has noticed less of a selection as he's dealt with rent increases and food stamp benefits not providing him with enough to last.
"They used to have all types of different fruits and vegetables and stuff," he said, adding that he just got a part-time manufacturing job after two years of relying on disability payments. "They used to have pastries and stuff."
'It's in God's hands'
Some who run local pantries say supply chain issues have curtailed local supermarkets' donations of excess produce and groceries to the Akron-Canton Regional Food Band, which supplies many free food pantries. But rising prices are driving an increasing number of people to seek help from the pantries.
"I was just dumbfounded by the price of things. Now I know why the lines are getting longer," said Carrie Maletich, coordinator for Canton Free Store and Fresh Market, which is open for a few hours four days a week.
"They're having a tougher time stretching the food stamps. ... They're stuck in their financial situation. We're trying to relieve them from they have to choose between shampoo and fresh fruit."
She said some items like milk don't come consistently from the Akron-Canton Regional Food Bank, which sends four trucks a week.
"We had milk all last week. Cases and cases of it," Maletich said. "It changes everyday."
But she said the lack of availability of some fruits has more to do with the season.
Leeoma Alostin, 65, of Canton, who was browsing the food offerings last month at Free Store and Market, said what she finds each visit is not consistent.
"Some days are real good and some days aren't," she said.
She said that months ago she was able to find in one trip vegetables, pork chops, hamburger and chicken at the pantry.
Stressing she's not complaining, Alostin, who lives mainly off Social Security payments, said the selection isn't as extensive as gas prices have soared.
"It impacts me a lot. I don't go nowhere," Alostin said. "That's the cost of living in this world. I don't worry about it no more. It's in God's hands."
Supply issues impacting Stark food bank shelves
Don Ackerman, a pastor for Crossroads United Methodist Church and executive director for Canton For All People, said in the past grocery stores donated much of their excess food. But due to shortages, they have less excess.
Mike Farmer, managing director for Canton For All People, estimates the amount of produce the Canton Free Store and Fresh Market receives from the Akron-Canton Regional Food Bank is roughly half of what it was a year ago.
"It might be oranges this week. Next week is pears," Farmer said. "There's not a scarcity (of fruit overall). .... But if all you want is apples, I can't guarantee you'll have apples today. Tomorrow, I might have apples."
Ackerman said Crossroads has two locations in Canton, regularly serving more than 9,300 people.
Dan Flowers, CEO of the Akron-Canton Regional Food Bank, said that while stores are cutting back on donations, the organization's fundraising has remained robust so the food bank has sought to make up the shortfall by purchasing food. The food bank said it provides food to about 600 programs in eight Northeast Ohio counties.
"Our food purchase budget went up big time in 2021," Flowers said. "It's not a crisis. But we have these complications. We have less variety. We're spending more to get food here. It's taking longer to get here. ... As long as the client demand stays the same right now, we can limp along. If the demand surges up, which I believe it could, with this inflation and gas prices, then we're in a horrible spot."
The food bank said the amount of food provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and national food donors declined 17% from 2020 to 2021. It said prior to 2020, the nonprofit Feeding America had 40 to 50 loads of food available for order on its website. It's now usually 10 loads.
The Akron-Canton food bank said its costs to purchase food have risen 10 to 15% along with higher costs of fuel and shipping. The cost of meat has risen on average by 52% to $3.22 a pound. The costs of operating the food bank's trucks to distribute food have risen 32% the first two months in 2022.
Bryan Bowman, founder of the Serving Area Military and Veterans in Massillon, said the number of individuals, many veterans, from the SAM Center seeking food assistance from its three food distributions a month rose to 630 individuals in March. It's an increase from 563 in February but less than 773 in January.
More:Sam Center Christmas drive a toy-tal success
Bowman said shipments of milk, butter and eggs from the Akron-Canton Regional Food Bank, which provides 90% of SAM Center's food, have become less frequent. SAM is often running out of frozen meat.
So while SAM was able to give 100 pounds of food per family per distribution last year, the amount is now about 70 to 80 pounds.
"We're 100% committed that if someone shows up they need food, we will get them food," Bowman said. But, "we have 160 families where we planned for 130. ... We ran out of meat. We ran out of milk. We ran out of product. They got shelf stable (nonperishable) items. But they didn't get as much as the first people who arrived."
Bowman said the food bank has reinstated fees of 18 cents a pound it waived in 2021.
That's resulted in SAM Center burning through $5,000 of its financial reserves. SAMS is ramping up its fundraising by putting on reverse raffles, golf outings and even donations from a bar's dart tournament, Bowman said.
No more carryout
JoAnn Carpenter is the director of development for Refuge of Hope Ministries, which provides eight free hot meals to more than 1,000 people a week.
While the bulk of the food served is donated, she said, her organization still has to buy some food like seasonings, flour, gravy and butter, with the assistance of grants and donations. And those costs have risen.
Refuge of Hope recently implemented one cost-cutting measure: It eliminated carryout packages, which were provided during the pandemic, to save on the costs of packaging, plastic utensils and cups.
With the rise in the cost of coffee, Refuge of Hope asked a church to hold a drive for people to donate their ground coffee, cream and sugar packets.
Adding to the challenges, one company for unclear reasons stopped its regular in-kind of donations of milk. Carpenter said the Akron-Canton Regional Food Bank has made up much of the shortfall.
But she said no matter what the challenges, she will do everything in her power to ensure no one in need is turned away.
"We just continue to trust in God, serve him and ask him to bless our efforts," Carpenter said.
"The quality and quantity of the food is exactly the same as 2019, 2020, 2021. We're not cutting back on the food for the people who are hungry and need the food."
Reach Robert at (330) 580-8327 or robert.wang@cantonrep.com. On Twitter: @rwangREP.
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Food packaging manufacturer to build facility in Alliance
ALLIANCE – A French-based packaging manufacturer plans to build a facility in the city's industrial park.
IML Containers will construct a plant for producing plastic containers on a vacant parcel on the corner of Freshley Avenue and Main Street.
Jeff Lukas of IML Containers said the company plans to open the facility within the next year. The company has not determined the size of the new plant as it is still considering what products will be made in the facility.
"We're for sure going to be doing our large business, which is making plastic containers for the food industry," Lukas said. "But we're also going to bring in potentially our new technology, which is more of a green, sustainable product. ... It's just a matter of the size if we're going to be doing some other things there as well."
The company will make a decision within the next month, he said.
More:Alliance Commerce Park growing with Farm Credit Mid-America office coming nearby
IML Containers is owned by a French company named The Lacroix Group, which was founded in 1946. The operation came to North America in 1999 and operates several facilities in the U.S., including locations in Arizona, Illinois and Iowa.
The company manufactures wood and cardboard cheese containers, as well as plastic containers for ice cream, butter and other food products, using in-mold labeling, a process where a product's label is injected directly into the packaging.
"We're one of the original manufacturers of that technology in North America," Lukas said.
IML Containers has rented a facility in Plain Township since 2018. The facility in Plain employed at least 70 workers that same year.
Lukas said the company likes Stark County and wanted to construct its new facility in the area. IML Containers transports many raw materials via railways, and Alliance offered convenient access to the railroads.
"It just seemed to be the right fit for us," he said.
Alliance Area Development President Rick Baxter said the new plant will add "good-paying manufacturing jobs" to the city.
Alliance Commerce Park serves as one of the largest areas of employment within the Carnation City, housing businesses such as Trilogy Plastics, MAC Trailer, Coastal Pet, Winkle Industries and Robertson Heating Supply.
Baxter said the industrial park's layout is designed to make it convenient for businesses looking to expand.
"They kind of put in all of the things that need to be in there as far as the water, the electricity, the sewer, so it really makes it nice when we're looking at marketing the property because it's pretty much move-in ready," Baxter said.
Lukas said IML Containers has innovations going on constantly.
"We're going to be looking for more employees to help us grow," Lukas said. "We're a family-owned business that is really innovative in food packaging."
Reach Paige at 330-580-8577 or pmbennett@gannett.com, or on Twitter at @paigembenn.
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Charita Goshay: Are there really UFOs in OH-IO ?
Last week, Zach Tuggle, a reporter with the Mansfield News Journal, our sister paper, wrote about the rise in UFO sightings in Ohio.
Ohio ranks eighth in the country with 4,110 reported UFO sightings, according to a study published by Outforia, an organization which keeps track of such things.
California leads the nation in sightings, with 15,072, followed by Florida with 7,513 cases.
(I'll let you insert your own wisecrack here.)
I love these stories.
More Charita Goshay:Will the Pentagon's UFO report hold some surprises?
For one, like Bigfoot sightings, they serve as a diversion, no matter how temporary, from those stories which overwhelm the senses and make us feel helpless, even as we feel guilt for our compassion fatigue.
Who among us would ever have thought that after surviving a pandemic, we'd be seeing the kind of World-War II-era atrocities committed against children and other innocent civilians in Yemen, Syria, and Bucha, Ukraine?
We're first
Secondly, we Buckeyes know that Ohio — not North Carolina — is first in flight, having produced Orrville and Wilbur Wright, Eddie Rickenbacker, John Glenn, Neal Armstrong, Gene Kranz, the legendary lead flight director for the Apollo 13 mission, and Judith Resnick; people who changed the world by defying gravity and what humankind thought was possible.
More:Charita Goshay: Who Dat? Baker sees a UFO
Ohio also is home to a NASA research facility, and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, where some conspiracy theorists believe aliens are being kept like freeze pops after crashing in Roswell, New Mexico, in 1947.
So, perhaps it's no wonder that Ohio consistently ranks in the top 10 of UFO sightings, according to MUFON, the Mutual UFO Network.
What's intriguing is that more incidents are being reported by pilots and police officers; people who have too much to lose to cry wolf.
T.B.D.B.I.T.L.
According to Tuggle's report, the most famous UFO sighting in Ohio took place over the rolling hills of Richland and Ashland counties on Oct. 18, 1973.
That seems like an awful lot of trouble, traversing across the universe just to check out the Mansfield Reformatory and Mohican State Park.
However, if you're planning to take over the Earth, you could do worse than Ohio when it comes to housing costs.
Entertaining the possibility of UFOs sounds wacky until you remember that a shocking number of Americans believe the 2020 election was stolen, that John F. Kennedy Jr. will be on the 2024 ticket, that Vladimir Putin is just misunderstood, and that America is run by a secret cabal of baby-blood drinking, Satan-worshipping pedophiles.
And Jews. Of course.
Prior to the Pentagon's landmark 2021 report on UFOs, the Pew Research Center published a survey that found that 65% of people surveyed believe that life exists on other planets.
Perhaps it will take a saucer drive-by over a halftime show at an Ohio State home game against Michigan. Who wouldn't want to see the Best Damn Band in the Land?
Maybe the aliens' reasons for doing a drive-by are totally self-serving. Just as with life on Earth, everything in the universe is connected in ways we have yet to fully understand. Perhaps it's why they never land, just hover ... with the doors locked.
But you would think that by now, our otherworldly visitors have seen quite enough.
Then again, who can blame them for swooping down to get a better look at Big Butter Jesus?
Charita M. Goshay is a Canton Repository staff writer and a member of the editorial board. Reach her at 330-580-8313 or charita.goshay@cantonrep.com. On Twitter: @cgoshayREP
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Mount Union's 'Beau' a 'remarkable opportunity' for Stark theatergoers
ALLIANCE – Professor Kevin Kern recalls first hearing University of Mount Union student Siv Street read dialogue from a script the student had written.
Kern was so impressed with it that he urged Street to use the script for "Beau" as the basis of their senior culminating experience project.
"I really, really liked the scene, and I thought it had all the things necessary to make a good play ... and I saw the script, and I said, 'This has legs,'" the instructor said.
The main character of "Beau" is a 17-year-old boy who recently stopped speaking following his parents' divorce. After being admitted to a group home for adolescents, Beau meets other characters who help him explore recovery while learning to express himself.
Subject matter includes mental health, suicide, sexuality and being transgender.
Kern first reviewed the script last year. Since then, Street has worked hard to finish and refine the musical while transforming it into a stage production that will be presented at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and at 2 p.m. on Sunday on campus in the Gallaher Black Box Theatre at the Giese Center for the Performing Arts, 62 W. Simpson St.
Free tickets are available at www.mountunion.edu/box-office or by calling 330-821-2565.
The university advised in its press release that individuals may find some content in "Beau" difficult to hear, including suicide, abuse and mental health.
"We're asking the public to take a risk," Kern said of the theatrical production. "You're risking a little bit of your time ... but your risk is worth it when you consider you're going to get to see something brand new, something people haven't seen before, and that's a remarkable opportunity for Stark County."
This marks the first time a full-length, student-written production has been featured on stage at Mount Union.
Kern, associate professor of theatre, said "Beau" is so good the department believes it has potential to be staged professionally.
"We've never done this before in the 10 years I've been here," Kern said. "There's never been a student-written piece that's quite frankly been this big. While it's unusual for us to do it, it made perfect sense in this case – it has issues we want to talk about; it has these issues that are relevant."
Kern noted that one of the characters is transgender, an example of the universal theme of identity.
"The play is about ... finding who you are," he said, noting that both students and those off campus can relate to the theme.
"As a university, we want to tell stories that will get people talking," Kern said. "And we want to tell stories about gender identity, because we need to be talking about that."
Street said that "each and every one of (the characters) is on a journey to self-discovery, and what that means to them — and I'd like to think there's a story there for everybody."
Highlighting diversity is important, Street said, noting that "Beau" also features a gay couple.
"There is a minor romance between Beau and the boy, Peter, and ... as someone who is an LGBT and non-binary person, one of the (issues) I have with theater is I never get to see my love story ... so it was really important to have those characters in the narrative, because those narratives are important."
Story started in high school
Street, 22, recalled first reading lines to Kern in the directing class.
"He said, 'Siv, where has this been this whole time?' He said, 'I know you wrote, but I didn't realize it was like that.'"
Kern said he was struck by the quality of Street's dialogue, an area with which new playwrights often struggle.
"It's natural, but it crackles, it sparkles," he said. "There's engaging things about it."
Street's script dates to high school, including a score. Since then, it's developed more fully. Street's best friend from high school, D. Nite, of Streetsboro, is the project's co-writer.
Together, the duo writes under the name of J.D Nite, explained Street, a writing and theater performance major.
"I think I've probably gone through like four and five drafts just in the last year, just fixing it and honing in on the themes and making sure the message is there," the Streetsboro native said. "And it's really just come so far."
"The whole experience has really been such a whirlwind," the playwright added. "It feels like from the moment it started, I've just been swept up into this sort of frenzy."
Crafting the plot
The plot originally was a divergence of Peter Pan, the college senior explained.
When that storyline didn't take shape, co-writer D. Nite suggested using the perspective of a lost boy. Then it evolved into the boy ceasing all verbal communication.
Mental health remained in the script. However, it also includes the idea of "radical acceptance," said Street, who researched the subject of being nonverbal, particularly those who are selectively mute due to trauma.
"Someone speaking or not doesn't mean that they don't have a voice," Street said. "Beau still has a voice, an opinion, and things to say, even if he doesn't verbalize it like his peers. It's about who, and how people are listening."
Other young characters face their own struggles, including internal and external expectations, taking medication and other challenges.
A theme emerges: "These kids do not need to be 'fixed,'" Street said. "They need to be heard and helped on their own terms."
Supporting cast
Fellow Mount Union students are helping with the production, including director Abigail Collinsworth, a senior from Westerville.
Street credited and praised them for bringing the script to life.
The cast and crew of "Beau" includes Julia Bricker of Salem; Clorise Busch of Jefferson; Hailey Csizmadia of Hinckley; Astro Dean of Beloit; Izzy Hoyt of East Liverpool; Drew Kolek of Freeport, Pennsylvania; Emily Maroni of Youngstown; Robert Rush of Cuyahoga Falls; Serena Sanzo of Painesville; Addie Wisniewski of Medina; and Olivia Wolfram of Cuyahoga Falls.
A script with songs
Music is integral to the narrative, said Street, who composed songs in high school with no formal training or ability to read sheet music.
"Basically, I work off of chord progression, and then the melody," Street said. "I hear it in my head, and then I sing it out, and that's how it goes."
Without music, major plot points would be lost, the playwright said.
"The music is not your traditional musical theatre style," the playwright said. "But musical theatre is branching away from that nowadays, anyhow."
"I feel like I had a baby in high school, and now I'm watching my toddler going off to preschool," Street said. "It's overwhelming in the best of ways, and it's scary in a lot of ways, because at the end of the day, this was the first musical I ever wrote."
Kern, meanwhile, is excited about the play's future.
"I think it's a chance to see an engaging piece of theater at its infancy," he said. "We're going to be talking about this play five years from now, 10 years from now. That's how strongly we feel about it, and while it's great to hear about the old stories, the stories we know ... it's sure nice to be treated to a new story."
Reach Ed at 330-580-8315 and ebalint@gannett.com
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Saving money? Here's 22 tips to save it faster
With constant bills and unexpected expenses, it can feel tough to save money. It doesn’t have to be, though. According to RamseySolutions.com, there are 22 practical ways to save money. Here they are.
1. Get rid of debt.
This is the first thing you should to help set yourself up for saving more money. Debt accrues interest as time goes on, so the sooner you pay it off, the sooner you can put those monthly debt payments into savings instead.
2. Cut down on your grocery budget.
It’s easy to go over budget when grocery shopping. The extra things you add to the cart tack on extra expenses at the checkout. Stick to your list, so the bill is in line with what you expect. Other ways to save money are planning out your meals before going shopping so that you won’t have any food waste; opting for off-brand, cheaper items; and utilizing curbside pickup so you won’t be tempted to buy more items in-store.
3. Cancel automatic subscriptions and memberships.
Take a look at your credit card statements and see which memberships you have. Think about how often you use the memberships. Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, Spotify, gym memberships, Amazon Prime and trendy subscription boxes aren’t cheap. If you aren’t using them, it’s time to cancel.
If you choose to keep some of these subscriptions, think about sharing with family and friends to lower your cost.
4. Buy generic.
Cleaning and paper products, medicine and food all have generic options which are much cheaper. The quality is the same, but the marketing is gone. This saves you money.
5. Cut the cable.
With plenty of alternatives to cable, it’s an easy expense to cut. Using one or two streaming services is way cheaper than cable and gives you plenty of shows and movies to binge.
6. Save money automatically.
Look at your budget and decide how much money you want to save from each paycheck. Set up your direct deposit to send that portion to your savings account each payday.
7. Spend extra or unexpected income wisely.
When you have extra income, think about paying extra on debt, establishing or adding to your emergency fund or depositing it into savings.
8. Reduce energy costs.
New energy-efficient appliances are expensive, but there are other ways to save money by reducing energy costs. Take shorter showers, use cold water for laundry, fix leaky pipes, use LED bulbs and install dimmers.
9. Unsubscribe from emails.
How many times have you gotten an email promoting a two-day flash sale for something you didn’t think you needed? Before you know it, you’ve got that item in your online cart and you’re ready to check out. What if you never got that email? Click unsubscribe and free up your inbox and keep your money in your wallet.
10. Check your insurance rates.
You owe it to yourself to shop around and make sure you’re getting the best rates on your insurance.
11. Pack your lunch and eat at home.
Going out to lunch a few times a week really adds up. Instead of hitting the local deli for a sandwich, bring your own and save yourself some dough. Meal planning also can help from resorting to takeout too often for dinner.
12. Ask about discounts.
It never hurts to ask. See if there are any special discounts for seniors, students, teachers, military or AAA members.
13. Take advantage of your retirement savings plan.
If your employer offers a 401K match, make sure that you’re taking advantage of it. It’s free money. You can adjust the amount you’re contributing at any time. You may need to contribute less if you’re paying off debt, but you can up your percentage once you’ve paid your debts.
14. Lower your cellphone bill.
No longer are there only a few cellphone companies to choose from. There are plenty of cheaper options out there. You just need to look for them. Look over your bill and see if you need the data plan you have or the special warranties. Don’t be afraid to switch if your current company isn’t meeting your needs.
15. Try a spending freeze.
For a week — or a month, your choice — don’t buy any nonessential items. The key is to focus on being content with what you already have, so that when the challenge is over, you don’t blow your budget to make up for lost time.
16. DIY what you can.
You can save tons of money by doing things yourself. There are plenty of tutorial videos online to help you learn how to do things. And if you need tools, try asking friends and family if you can borrow items before purchasing.
Call in the pros to work on hazardous projects or complicated projects in which you could hurt yourself or damage your home.
17. Skip the coffee shop.
That morning latte tastes so good. But you know what feels even better? Having that $5 — or more, in some cases — in your savings account. It all adds up, and it’s pretty easy to make fancy coffee drinks at home.
18. Use your local library.
It’s easy to want to buy the latest books. But how often do you let them sit on a shelf awhile until you actually get around to reading them? Head to your local library instead, and grab books, DVDs, audiobooks, e-books, cookbooks, magazines and more. They’re all free.
19. Try a staycation.
Vacations are expensive. Money gets wrapped up in the travel portion — think flights, car rentals, hotel or AirBNB costs, Uber rides, etc. Instead, be a tourist in your own town. Check out the museums and attractions that are here, and save on the travel costs.
20. Use cashback apps and coupons.
With apps and extensions such as Ibotta, Honey and Rakuten, you can use coupon codes and get cashback for purchases you were already intending to make. They’re easy to use, and you reap the rewards.
21. Refinance your mortgage.
If you have a mortgage, it’s worth looking into refinancing to see if you can get a lower interest rate, which could save you thousands.
22. Clean out and sell your stuff.
Clean out your house and see what you can sell. With eBay, Mercari, Facebook Marketplace and garage sales, you can make a decent amount of money from your sales. Just make sure to follow guidelines on selling sites.
With all of these ways to cut costs and save money, you should be able to reach your savings goals quickly.
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Facing Trump-backed primary challenger, Congressman Bob Gibbs announces retirement
Republican Congressman Bob Gibbs announced Wednesday morning he will drop his bid for re-election.
"I have had the honor of serving the people of Ohio’s 18th, then 7th Congressional District since 2011," he said in a statement issued by his office. "In that time, I helped reform federal water resources project policy, made clean water utilities more affordable for low-income communities, lowered taxes and red tape for millions of American families and businesses, and fought for a cleaner, safer Lake Erie. I am proud of this work and am grateful for the opportunity to do it on behalf of Ohioans."
Before he announced his retirement, Gibbs faced four Republican primary challengers, including Max Miller who has been endorsed by former President Donald Trump.
Gibbs has represented most of Stark County since 2013.
The 7th Congressional District has been reshaped following the census and will encompass Medina and Wayne counties, and parts of Holmes and Cuyahoga counties after this year.
This report will be updated.
Reach Robert at (330) 580-8327 or robert.wang@cantonrep.com. Twitter: @rwangREP.
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Utica Shale in southern Ohio is a key part of Encino Energy's operations
CANTON – The Utica Shale is proving to be more productive, with oil and natural gas wells exceeding the expectations of Encino Energy Partners.
The Houston company claimed a stake in the Utica Shale in eastern Ohio with a $2 billion acquisition of Chesapeake Energy's operations here. Encino partnered with the Canada Pension Plan in 2018 to buy Chesapeake's holdings.
Since making the move, Encino has drilled about 150 new wells, giving it roughly 1,000 oil and gas wells in the formation, which extends from Stark and Columbiana counties south to the Ohio River and into Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
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More:Encino Acquisition joins Our Nation's Energy Future
The wells have performed great and been productive, said Hardy Murchison, co-founder, president and chief executive officer of Encino Acquisition Partners.
"We've been able to take something we believed would be good and make it better," Murchison said during an interview while attending the recent Utica Green Upstream & Midstream Conference organized by the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce and Shale Directories.
Utica operations in Ohio are the most important part of Encino's business, Murchison said.
The company has taken a deliberate approach to its development in the Utica Shale. It initially operated a pair of drilling rigs, but added a third. The goal has been to maintain steady growth as it navigates the oil industry's traditional boom or bust business environment.
"We manage for stability," Murchison said.
Louisville property sold
Encino has seen growth in its Ohio workforce, but the coronavirus pandemic changed the company's operations.
As with other companies, Encino's workforce left the office and started working from home.
"We found because of the pandemic, we don't need a big office," Murchison said.
Chesapeake's property in Louisville was sold to original developer Groffre Investments, which since has sold the five-story office building to 2321 Energy Drive-Louisville. Officials in Louisville have met with the new owner, but declined to discuss plans for the building.
Murchison said most employees are able to travel from their homes to well pads and work sites. Encino has opened a small office in the Carrollton area, he said.
Encino operates much like a general contractor on a construction project. The company supports thousands of jobs because it works with dozens of businesses that provide a variety of services needed for drilling, Murchison said.
Gas still primary product
Wells operated by Encino continue to extract more natural gas than oil, with about 70% of the product as dry gas. One factor is that oil molecules are larger and more challenging to extract from shale. Improved processes could lead to increased oil production in the future, he said.
Most of the Utica drilling has been in southeast counties where gas is usually found. Murchison said oil is likely to be found in the northern and western parts of the formation.
Oil produced by Encinio's Utica wells usually stays in the region, Murchison said. It's sold to refineries in Ohio, including Marathon Petroleum Co.'s facility in Canton, and processed as gasoline.
Roughly half of the natural gas produced in the Utica is shipped to the Gulf Coast, and much of that is shipped to customers in Europe. The rest is used locally at gas-powered electric plants or shipped to Canada, Murchison said.
Encino plans to maintain its methodical approach to developing its Utica Shale holdings. There is safety in taking things slowly, Murchison said. Fewer mistakes are made and problems can be avoided.
The steady drilling allows Encino to recycle about 80% of the water used to fracture wells. The company has reduced the amount of water it has to source, as well as the amount disposed of after drilling, Murchison said.
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Tannenhauf Women's Golf Association welcoming new members
The Repository
The Tannenhauf Women's Golf Association is welcoming new members for the upcoming season.
The Thursday morning league uses shotgun starts to tee off in groups of three at 8:30 a.m. in May and at 8 a.m. in the simmer months through September. League yearly fees are $25 and help cover basic expenses.
A kickoff luncheon and style show will be held on Thursday, April 28 at Tannenhauf. Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. The cost is $15 and can be paid that day.
To make a reservation, call Jody Koenigseker at (330) 806-5147 or Tannenhauf at (330) 823-4402 by Monday, April 12.
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Gabric receives honor from Ohio School Boards Association
LEXINGTON TWP. – Carolyn Gabric, a former member of the Marlington Local Schools Board of Education, recently received the Master Board Member Award from the Ohio School Boards Association.
The honor comes through the Ohio School Boards Association's STAR Awards Program. STAR is an acronym for the four award categories: Service, Training, Aptitude and Recognition. To earn the Master Board Member Award, recipients must meet a certain level of performance over a three-year period.
"I did everything I could for the board and the community," Gabric said. "Our board is required to do continual education. But this is taking it to a higher level. It is a distinction for the school district."
Gabric is one of two people statewide to receive the Master Board Member Award for this year.
"That is a pretty good honor to only have two people," said Reno Contipelli, northeast regional manager for the Ohio School Boards Association. "There is a lot to being a board member. She was willing to do that hard work to do it right."
Gabric, who resides in Washington Township, is a tax account. She was first elected to the Marlington Local Board of Education in 2005. She was not re-elected to a fifth consecutive term in November 2021.
"Next year, I will have to decide if I want to run again," Gabric said. "I haven't ruled it out."
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Bev Green is appointed Hartville Village Council president
HARTVILLE – Councilwoman Bev Green has been appointed to serve as council president for 2022.
Green was nominated by Councilman Ben Ohler and the motion passed 4-1, with Shari Chambers voting against.
More:Hartville councilwoman off the hook for removing, throwing sign outside Village Hall
The selection came following the March 30 resignation of former Council President Elizabeth Williams. A personnel committee meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. April 13 to review candidate applications and discuss the vacancy created by Williams’ resignation.
Council has until April 28 to act or Williams’ successor will be appointed by the mayor.
During the public comment portion of the meeting, resident Tim Hayden asked Green to clarify her previous comments that a special meeting March 28 to fill a vacancy created by the resignation of former Councilman Jeff Miller was called, and Councilman Steven Reisch selected without review of submitted applications, due in part to “urgency” created by Starkey’s announced resignation.
Starkey, however, said he had not made this announcement until after the meeting was called.
Green said she was “not as articulate as I should have been” with regard to her statements about Starkey’s resignation announcement. “So [the resignation announcement] wasn’t the reason for the meeting, but [since Starkey was resigning] I was glad we were having the special meeting,” Green said.
OTHER ACTION:
- Approved an ordinance establishing rules and procedures for public meetings. Solicitor Ron Starkey said the ordinance includes an amendment allowing Council members to participate and vote in meetings virtually, at least through the end of the fiscal year, per Ohio law.
- Approved a renewal of the village’s health care policy with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield with a 4% increase over the previous policy, for a total cost of $12,618 per month. Fiscal Officer Scott Varney noted a decrease from Anthem’s original proposal, which represented a 10% increase over last year. He added the village sought bids from other healthcare providers and received one response that was “$7,000 more per month” than the Anthem contract.
- Approved participation in the Ohio Department of Transportation 2022 road salt contracts.
UP NEXT: Meets for its next regular meeting at 7 p.m. April 19 at Village Hall, 202 W. Maple St. and online at www.facebook.com/VillageofHartville.
— Brian Lisik
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New traffic signal in Jackson Township to be activated Thursday
The Repository
JACKSON TWP. – A new traffic signal will begin permanent "stop-and-go" operation Thursday at the Everhard Road and Strouble Drive intersection, according to the Stark County Engineer's Office.
The signal is near the new Meijer store at Everhard and Fulton.
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ICAN gets grant for supportive housing upgrade
CANTON – ICAN Housing has received a $250,000 capital project grant from the Sisters of Charity Foundation of Canton.
ICAN Housing is a nonprofit that focuses on assisting the homeless obtain stable housing and connect to mental health and community-based services. ICAN Housing owns, operates and maintains multiple properties across Stark County; it also works with private landlords to help the homeless find affordable housing.
“This is more than the amount we had originally requested and it makes the project funding whole, enabling us to move forward so we are extremely grateful,” ICAN Housing Executive Director Julie Sparks said in a statement.
The grant is earmarked for ICAN’s 2022 Cherry Grove renovation project.
“Cherry Grove is an existing multi-unit property that provides permanent supportive housing,” said ICAN Development Director Natalie McCleskey. “To support the independence and stability of tenants and respond to changing needs, the existing buildings will be redesigned to include 10 updated individual housing units.”
Supportive Services will be provided at Cherry Grove by Coleman Health Services in collaboration with Stark Mental Health & Addiction Recovery.
The Sisters of Charity Foundation has consistently provided financial support to help our organization achieve our mission,” said Jim Sanders, ICAN Housing Board of Directors president. “We cannot thank them enough. Their continued leadership and support, along with collaboration from government entities and social services organizations, allows us to better serve those in our community who face barriers to stable housing.”
For more information about ICAN Housing programs and services visit www.ican-inc.org or call 330-455-9100.
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