Carroll County Pair of local fires ruled arson, reward offered; investigation continues Jan 18, 2023 Two of the three local fires that occurred over the weekend have been ruled arson by the State Fire Marshal's office. The old East Carroll nursing home fire on Apollo Road and the vacant pole barn fire… more Three ‘suspicious’ area fires under investigation Jan 17, 2023 A string of weekend fires has been labeled “suspicious” by area fire chiefs. On Friday, Jan. 13, fire departments around the area were kept busy when a number of vacant buildings went up in flames.… more Don Hertler resigns as Conotton Valley football coach Jan 09, 2023 On January 9, 2023 Coach Don Hertler submitted his intent to retire from coaching.  Coach Hertler has decided to call it a career after spending the last few years at Conotton Valley. Hertler has had… more Carrollton school district officials arraigned, released on bond Jan 06, 2023 Photo: Jackie Mary Pozderac signs paperwork during arraignment. Three district leaders at Carrollton Exempted Village Schools who were indicted for felony theft left on bond Thursday afternoon. David… more Malvern resident killed in early morning house fire Dec 22, 2022 A man was killed Thursday morning in a house fire in the 300 block of E. Grant St in Malvern. The Great Trail Fire Department was dispatched to the home for reports of a structure fire with a man trapped… more Welcome Kelcey Norris to the JMN team as contributing writer Dec 19, 2022 At JMN, we are excited to welcome Kelcey Norris to the team! You'll be seeing her name online at www.jordanmiller.news and in the JMN Journal. Kelcey is an experienced news writer and has been a working… more DETAILS: Carrollton school officials illegally split nearly $50k in profits during scheme Dec 09, 2022 Three Carrollton Exempted Village Schools officials have been indicted for their alleged involvement in a scheme to sell air purifiers to the District using two shell companies, according to the Auditor… more Carrollton Superintendent submits resignation following criminal indictment; board requests resignation from Pozderacs Dec 08, 2022 Carrollton schools superintendent Dr. David Quattrochi submitted his resignation to the school board after being indicted on 10 criminal charges related to his position within the school. Dr. Quattrochi,… more Carrollton schools superintendent, board member, teacher indicted on Theft in Office, other felonies Dec 08, 2022 Three members of the Carrollton Exempted Village School District are facing charges involving Theft in Office. Carrollton Schools Superintendent Dr. David Quattrochi, 54, School Board Member Mike Pozderac,… more Carrollton BOE places Dr. Quattrochi on leave, appoint principal Dave Davis as acting superintendent Oct 19, 2022 The Carrollton Exempted Village Schools Board of Education met early Wednesday morning in a special meeting to ratify placing their superintendent, Dr. Dave Quattrochi, on paid administrative leave.… more Carrollton Schools superintendent placed on paid administrative leave Oct 17, 2022 Carrollton Exempted Village School District Superintendent Dr. Dave Quattrochi has been placed on paid administrative leave, according to school board president Dan Ries. Ries said that he placed Dr.… more Prosecutor: Woman charged after trying to snort heroin in Carroll County jail Oct 13, 2022 Six people were indicted by a Carroll County Grand Jury on Wednesday, Oct. 5 during a half-day session. County Prosecutor Steven D. Barnett said the Grand Jury heard testimony from six witnesses involving… more Malvern to invest nearly $1.5 million to replace waterlines, improve water quality in the village Oct 12, 2022 Over $1 million will be invested into the village of Malvern to help enhance the water distribution system. According to village Administrator Derik Kaltenbaugh, over 6,000 feet of new pipelines will… more More details released in shooting that led to arrest of Malvern man Oct 06, 2022 JMN has obtained 911 calls released in connected to a shooting that left a 23-year-old Canton man seriously injured. According to 911 records, a woman told the dispatcher that her older brother, Corey… more Malvern man accused of shooting, seriously injuring man in Canton Oct 06, 2022 The Canton Police Department is investigating a shooting in the 1300 block of 15th St. N. W. that occurred Wednesday night at 11pm. When officers arrived to the scene, they located Jaden Matthew Weatherford,… more Minerva’s Oktoberfest scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 1 Sep 30, 2022 Celebrate fall at Minerva’s Oktoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 1, noon-7 p.m., in Municipal Park, with live music, food, fine crafters, children’s activities, contests for all ages, and craft breweries.… more Infant killed in Malvern structure fire; investigation ongoing Sep 29, 2022 A child under one-year-old died early Thursday morning in the village of Malvern. According to Great Trail Fire Chief Ralph Castelucci, his department was dispatched to the area of 2256 Alliance Rd,… more Calvin Graham sworn in as Carroll County Sheriff in wake of Dale Williams’ passing Sep 26, 2022 A familiar face to the Carroll County Sheriff’s Department is stepping into the role of Sheriff two days after the passing of Sheriff Dale Williams. Calvin Graham, a long-time member of the sheriff’s… more Carroll County Sheriff Dale Williams has died Sep 24, 2022 The Carroll County sheriff’s office is mourning the loss of one of their own. Sheriff Dale Williams, the department’s leader for the last 18 years, passed away early Saturday morning. Services… more Carroll County’s Imperial Aluminum looking to expand with help of local leaders Sep 01, 2022 A local aluminum recycling plant is working with local leaders to expand their business into a nearby vacant structure. Imperial Aluminum acquired the former Kepcor/Structural Stoneware structure, located… more Man dies in Carroll County motorcycle accident Aug 21, 2022 The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a motorcycle crash that claimed the life of man Saturday evening in Carroll County. Paul V. Tuzzio II of Canton was operating a 2007 Harley-Davidson motorcycle… more Carrollton woman pleads guilty to vehicular manslaughter in death of Malvern grad Aug 17, 2022 A 19-year-old woman pleaded guilty Wednesday to vehicular manslaughter as a result of a 2021 accident that killed the passenger in her car. The accident happened in Warren Township on Dec. 12. Alexis… more Carrollton woman pleads guilty to vehicular manslaughter in death of Malvern grad Aug 17, 2022 A 19-year-old woman pleaded guilty Wednesday to vehicular manslaughter as a result of a 2021 accident that killed the passenger in her car. The accident happened in Warren Township on Dec. 12. Alexis… more AAM donates Malvern land to Great Trail Fire District for new station, community building Jul 25, 2022 Photo courtesy of Great Trail Joint Fire District Many residents of Malvern and surrounding areas may remember the fire at American Axle & Manufacturing (AAM), formerly known as Colfor, in September… more Town clock in Minerva restored to operation Jul 05, 2022 Minerva’s town clock has been restored to operation. The Minerva Area Historical Society raised more than enough funds to bring the downtown clock mounted on the Haas Museum building at 128 N. Market… more Minerva man injured after vehicle crashes into train in Carroll County Jun 28, 2022 (Submitted photo) A Minerva man was injured in a Monday afternoon crash along State Route 171 in Carroll County. Sgt. Gary Wolfe with the New Philadelphia Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol said… more SR 43-171 intersection construction set for June 27 Jun 27, 2022 Work is set to begin Monday, June 27, on a safety improvement at the intersection of State Route 43 and State Route 171. This work will include the installation of a left-turn lane for the north and… more Former Minerva native returns for work on Roman goddess mural Jun 21, 2022 MINERVA, Ohio (Jordan Miller News) - A former Minerva native has returned to provide new artwork for the local village. Professional artist Matt Kress returned to his hometown to create the mural… more Carroll County Sheriff’s Office arrest man accused of holding postmaster at gunpoint Jun 20, 2022 JORDAN MILLER CONTRIBUTED TO THIS STORY A man is behind bars following after allegedly ordering the postmaster of the Sherrodsville Post Office at gunpoint. Deputy Casey Kuester was the first officer… more Minerva company formulates world’s first FDA approved heroin-resistant glove to protect first responders Jun 13, 2022 Mitch Spinell contributed to this story. MINERVA - A Minerva based company is making history by creating the formula for the first-ever FDA approved glove to protect individuals from both fentanyl and… more Two people indicted for allegedly stealing soap, dryer sheets from the Malvern Laundromat Jun 06, 2022 A Malvern man was indicted on one count of Felonious Assault, a second degree felony and one count of Domestic Violence in the June 2022 Carroll County Grand Jury hearings. It is alleged that Jesse… more Malvern woman killed in car accident on U.S 30 Apr 25, 2022 The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a single-vehicle car accident that killed a Malvern woman. Officials said Carrie Conrad, 44, was traveling eastbound on the highway near the Whipple Ave… more Explosion, fire at Minerva factory seriously injures worker Apr 20, 2022 An explosion resulting in a fire at Minerva’s Imperial Aluminum Plant left a worker with serious injuries early Wednesday morning. According to the Sandy Creek Fire Department, l a worker was… more Four buildings, including former Hornet’s Nest, to be demolished in Carroll County Apr 14, 2022 A new house bill is allowing Carroll County Commissioners to demolish a few eye sores in the area. The Ohio Building Demolition and Site Revitalization Program recently was created through House Bill… more Conotton Valley student-athlete dies in car crash; another in critical condition Feb 17, 2022 BOWERSTON, Ohio (JMN Sports) - The Conotton Valley community is mourning the loss of local student-athlete Braylen Novak, who was killed in a car crash on Wednesday. Another Conotton student-athlete… more Conotton Valley student dies, another injured in serious car accident Feb 17, 2022 An accident that claimed the life of a Conotton Valley student and left another in the ICU is being investigated by the Carroll County Sheriff's Office, according to officials. Many community members… more School closings and delays; Friday February 4, 2022 Feb 03, 2022 Carroll County Brown Local Schools - closed Carroll County Transit System - closed Carroll Hills Schools - closed Stark County Canton Local Schools - closed Stark State College-Main Campus… more Carroll County woman accused of shooting, killing her boyfriend found not guilty Feb 03, 2022 Audrey (Branch) Cole, the woman who was accused of murdering her boyfriend, 32 year-old Army veteran Matthew Mott back in May of 2021 in their Mechanistown home was acquitted Tuesday. The jury of the… more School closings and delays; Thursday February 3, 2022 Feb 03, 2022 Carroll County Carroll County Christian Academy - closed Brown Local Schools - closed Carrollton Ex. Village Schools - closed Stark County Kent State University-Stark Campus - closed Louisville… more Parking bans issued around the area Feb 03, 2022 Area municipalities are issuing parking bans to make way for street crews to clear the streets. The parking bans are issued until the following times. *CLARIFICATION - cities/villages/townships with… more OSHP reports 10 deaths over New Year’s weekend; including Carroll, Stark County deaths Jan 03, 2022 The Ohio State Highway Patrol is reporting 10 deaths across Ohio as a result of traffic accidents. Four fatalities were the result of not wearing a safety belt when available, three were OVI-related… more Event to benefit Carroll County Toys for Tots planned for Friday night Dec 16, 2021 There will be an event to benefit the Carroll County Toys for Tots distribution centers. “This will be our Hail Mary pass trying to get toys or funds donated at the last minute to fill the need of… more Threats force Carroll, Stark, Tuscarawas County Goodwill stores to close Dec 07, 2021 Goodwill stores in the area were forced to temporarily close Tuesday after receiving numerous anonymous threats, according to the organization. Goodwill confirmed to JMN that two Canton locations received… more Carrollton volleyball team to host ‘Block out cancer’ event, proceeds to benefit teacher/coach battling cancer Oct 01, 2021 The Carrollton volleyball team is schedule to host a 'Block out cancer' event with proceeds benefiting a district teacher and coach who is battling cancer. The event will be held during a home volleyball… more WATCH: Wastewater pumped into Lake Mohawk; Carroll County ES receive violation from EPA Sep 28, 2021 Vincent Osborn contributed to this story Ohio Environmental and Protection Services (EPA) has handed down a violation to Carroll County Environmental Services (CCS) after wastewater made it's way into… more One sent to hospital following rollover accident outside Malvern Sep 17, 2021 *Vincent Osborn contributed to this story A man in his 40s was transported to Aultman Hospital after the semi truck he was driving overturned Friday afternoon outside of Malvern at the corner of Alliance… more HIGH HEAT: Carrollton Elementary to close Thursday due to expected high temperatures Aug 25, 2021 Carrollton Elementary School will be closed Thursday, Aug. 26 because of forecasted high temperatures. This school closing with be the third for CES this week due to high temps. The elementary students… more Carrollton Elementary School to close for two days due to high heat forecast, index warning Aug 23, 2021 Carrollton Elementary School will be closed Tuesday (Aug. 24) and Wednesday (Aug. 25) due to excessive heat forecasted and a heat index warning, according to Carrollton Schools Superintendent Dr. David… more Local softball players win national championship Aug 07, 2021 A group of local softball players are celebrating after winning a national championship last week as members of the Lady Rebels ’08. The travel ball team competed in the 12u National Tournament in… more Tornado confirmed to have touched down in Carroll County Jul 30, 2021 NWS DAMAGE SURVEY FOR JULY 29 2021 CARROLL COUNTY TORNADO EVENT...Start Location...6 miles east-northeast of Carrollton, OhioEnd Location...7 miles southwest of Salineville, OhioDate...July 29, 2021Estimated… more Carroll County woman leads sheriff’s office on chase; K9 tracks suspect down in woods Jul 09, 2021 A Carroll County woman was arrested by the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office after a short pursuit Tuesday. Abigail Motz, 33, of Waynesburg Rd. was wanted for an active arrest warrant out of Harrison… more Man claims someone fired shots at his drone in Carroll County Jul 06, 2021 An Akron man says his typical drone flight took an unexpected turn Monday evening when bullets began to fly into the sky. Zac Riter says he was flying his drone around rural Carroll County when a man… more New park coming to Carrollton; accessible for children with special needs Jun 28, 2021 Carroll County residents will be able to rejoice and enjoy a new park in the Carrollton Village this fall. The Village of Carrollton will be obtaining 9.8 acres of land from the Carrollton Exempted… more Carrollton’s Baker wins state championship, prepares for other events Jun 04, 2021 Carrollton senior Jacob Baker got straight to business Friday afternoon with a state championship at Hilliard Darby. Baker, a seated athlete for the Warriors, earned berths to the OHSAA state track… more Carrollton School District mourns loss of Director of Programs May 17, 2021 The Carrollton Exempted Village School District is mourning the loss of a beloved educator. Carrollton’s Director of Programs, Ed Robinson, passed away unexpectedly Sunday morning after a massive… more ‘I shot him. He’s dead’: 911 call released in Carroll County domestic-related shooting May 06, 2021 A 32-year-old man is dead after an alleged domestic incident in Carroll County Monday evening. In a 911 call obtained by JMN, Audrey Branch calls 911 after she said she shot her boyfriend, Matthew Mott,… more Carroll County woman charged with murder identified as Army veteran, claims self defense May 04, 2021 A Carroll County woman is behind bars after she claims she shot and killed her boyfriend during a domestic incident. Audrey Kole, 34, also known as Audrey Branch, appeared in municipal court Tuesday… more Carroll County sheriff releases details surrounding fatal shooting; suspect claims self defense in domestic dispute May 04, 2021 A man is dead and a woman has been charged with murder after a shooting on Arbor Rd NE in Mechanicstown Monday evening. Carroll County Sheriff Dale Williams tells JMN his department responded after… more One dead in Carroll County shooting, BCI confirms to JMN May 04, 2021 One person is dead after a shooting in the Mechanicstown area, the Bureau of Criminal Investigation confirms to JMN. The shooting occurred in Monday evening along Arbor Rd NE. Details are very limited… more Carroll County man found ‘incompetent to stand trial’ in arson-murder case; ordered to behavior facility for treatment Apr 15, 2021 Arlen Atkinson, a Carroll County man accused of setting his housemate on fire which resulted in his death, has been found incompetent to stand trial after a competency hearing this week. Atkinson was… more Minerva man charged for allegedly shooting shotgun into father’s home on Easter Apr 09, 2021 The Carroll County Grand Jury indicted Matthew Mayle, 45, of Lumen Rd, Minerva, on one count of Improperly Discharging a Firearm at or into a Habitation with a Firearm Specification, a felony of the second… more Columbiana County crash kills two, including Carrollton man Apr 09, 2021 Two men are dead following a fatal car crash that occurred Wednesday on State Route 30 near State Route 172. According to the Lisbon Post of the State Highway Patrol, a tow truck traveling west bound… more Carroll County structure destroyed in Wednesday morning fire Mar 17, 2021 Crews responded to a structure fire in Carroll County around 9 a.m. Thursday morning in the 6400 block of Chase Rd SE. Crews work to put out flames at a structure fire on Chase Rd in Carrollton. Carrollton… more Carroll County man charged with 13 sex-related charges Mar 10, 2021 A 57-year-old Carroll County man has been indicted on 13 felony sexual abuse charges involving three different girls spanning nearly two decades. Carroll County prosecutor Steven Barnett said Rickie… more Three Carrollton freshmen wrestlers heading to the state tournament Mar 06, 2021 GALLIPOLIS – The Carrollton Warriors wrestling team will be represented by three freshmen next weekend at the state tournament. Carrollton entered the district tournament with nine wrestlers… more Carrollton Schools to remote learn for the remainder of the week Feb 16, 2021 Carrollton’s superintendent Dave Quattrochi has announced that students will remain on remote learning Wednesday, Thursday and Friday (Feb. 17-19) this week. The decision comes as some roadways are… more Suspect charged with murder in Carroll County changes plea to ‘not guilty by reason of insanity’ Feb 16, 2021 Arlen Atkinson, the man charged with aggravated murder, murder and aggravated arson after setting fire to a man at a Carroll County independent living facility, has withdrawn his former plea of not guilty,… more Man charged with murder in Carroll County fatal fire Jan 25, 2021 One person is dead and another is being held on $2,000,000 bond cash or surety after a fatal fire in Minerva Saturday night. Carroll County Prosecutor Steven Barnett told JMN that Arlen A. Atkinson,… more Life flight requested for Minerva structure fire Jan 23, 2021 Fire departments were dispatched to a Lilly Rd. location Saturday evening for reports of a structure fire. A life flight helicopter was requested to transport a victim with injury. Witnesses tell JMN… more Carrollton schools provide free meals to students during pandemic Feb 02, 2021 more Carrollton police searching for stolen work truck Jan 12, 2021 Tuesday morning, the Carrollton Police Department was dispatched to Brace Power Equipment along Canton Rd. NW in Carrollton for the theft of a company vehicle. The stolen truck is a Silver Ford F-250… more Early morning fire destroys Carrollton home Jan 05, 2021 The Carrollton Village Fire department is investigating an early morning fire that occured Tuesday morning at 130 Lincoln St. Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene at 5:01 a.m. Carrollton Fire… more Carrollton schools to remote learn another week Jan 02, 2021 As COVID-19 cases increase, Carrollton schools will begin remote learning Monday, Jan. 4 and return to face-to-face instruction Monday, Jan. 11. Carrollton superintendent Dave Quattrochi believes the… more