East Sparta FD

10/14/2026

One-car MVA rollover at I7SB at the 98MM.
Two occupants. No transports.
Lane #1 is open.
FD/EMS and OSP units on-scene.
Please.use caution proceeding through this area.
Safe travels, folks.
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10/14/2026

It was Maintenance Night and all of the bay door windows were thoroughly cleaned.
If ya know, ya know...
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10/12/2026

UPDATE::
SHE HAS BEEN FOUND AND IS SAFE!! Thanks to all who shared information and spent their time looking for her.
We have an awesome community!!

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LET'S GET HER HOME!!
Folks, this one's a local!!
Keep your eyes out for Miss Kristine who was last seen in the 2500 block of Howenstine Drive SE in Pike Twp.
Call 911 if you have any information.

UPDATE: She has been located and is safe. Thank you.
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Please help us find Kristine Beshore.

Kristine was last seen in the 2500 block of Howenstine Drive SE in East Sparta, OH 44626.

She left on foot in an unknown direction of travel.

Description:
· Height: 5’02”
· Weight: ~150 pounds
· Hair: Gray
· Eyes: brown
· Last seen wearing white clothing.

If you have any information about Kristine’s location, please call the Stark County Sheriff’s Office right away at (330) 430-3800.

Please share this post to help spread the word. Thank you.

10/11/2026

2-car MVA in the 9700 block of Cleveland Ave SE in Pike Twp. This is just south of the former SV Library.
The roadway is now open to traffic. 
Three patients were transported to local hospitals.
Thank you to Quad Ambulance for your assistance.

Folks--We've got a lot of kids on the roadways tonight for homecoming. Let's all do our part in making sure they get home safely.

10/07/2026

Stay safe, everyone!!
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Holler if you need us!!
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10/05/2026

We're giving a big 'ole SHOUTOUT to our township officer, Deputy Kohler!!
He was able to get the two knuckleheads identified that stole the pumpkins and cash from the roadside farm stand on Maplehurst Ave SE in Pike Twp.
The case is currently proceeding through the county legal system.
If you're interested in supporting the owner of the farm stand, please follow the link below in the first comment. Your patronage would be appreciated!
Thank you to the Pike Twp residents that support the police levy to keep our area patrolled.
You're appreciated!!
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Stark County Sheriff's Office

10/03/2026

UPDATE:
We've got us a Princess Problem, folks--
Bad News: By a few minutes after 3p, the Grange was sold out of dinners.
Good News: By a few minutes after 3p, the Grange was sold out of dinners.
Y'all were lined up an hour before serving time.
Thanks to all who supported this dinner and we'll keep ya updated when they are scheduled in the future.
You are all the reason we have such a strong community!!
THANK YOU!!
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START PLANNING FOR NEXT WEEKEND!!
NO NEED TO COOK!!
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Good food.
Good people.
Good cause.
Pike Grange
1400 Battlesburg Rd SW
East Sparta OH

10/03/2026

It's a beautiful fall day, folks!
We are back into the Statewide Burn Ban.
Please note the following seasonal and time restrictions:
🔥 Fall months for this ban are October and November.
🔥 Open burning is prohibited from 6a-6p daily.
🔥 Burning seasoned dry wood is permitted 6p-6a in our area.
🔥 Burning trash is prohibited.
🔥 Small recreational fires are allowed. Don't exceed 3x3x3.
Play by the rules and enjoy this change in the seasons!
Have a great and SAFE weekend!!
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09/28/2026

Howdy, Flu Fighters!! 👋🐶
Gunner the Station Dog would like to remind you to get your flu shot!
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09/19/2026

Pike Twp is a hoppin' place today!!
Reminder that the Pike Grange is sponsoring a Fall Festival Retail Auction of new items. Come bid on things to replace the space that you cleaned out from the Township Clean-Up Day!!😆
Food will also be available for purchase.
Come support our local Grange!!