Beaver County’s own  Jimmy Ross and the ‘JAGGERZ  will receive the LEGACY LEGENDS AWARD at   the 2017 Pittsburgh Rock ‘n Roll Legends induction for being a solo performer or band for 40+ years, according to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano.  Their first hit  recorded  , a top five hit on KQV (That’s Why Baby I Love You in 1968.  In 1970, “The Rapper” written by Donnie Iris  was a national #1 single on Cash Box and #2 on Billboard  The song,still popular in Beaver County, and a certified million-seller by RIAA, earned the group a gold record and  it was featured on American Bandstand   A new CD, “The Walk” was released in 2014. In the 60’s Jerry Reed built a small recording studio in his basement in Beaver, he recorded local groups, including the Jaggerz.  He  WILL BE AN INDUCTEE  AS A PRODUCER, PROMOTER, OR MANAGER WITH 20+ years in. the music business.  His award is the MUSIC INDUSTRY PROFESSIONAL LEGENDS . Modern ERA Legends Inductees will be Tommy James  and the Shondells.    Broadcaster Legends inductee is Chuck Brinkman.  He introduced the Beatles at the  Civic Arena in 1964 He is from Dormont and was one  of Pittsburgh’s most popular dj’s on radio from the 60’ to the 80’s He is still on the air as part owner of a rock oldies  station  KGVL-FM< Greenville, Texas. The event will be held on Thursday, April 27 at 7 p.m. at Jergerl’s Rhythm Grille in Marshall Twp. VIP LEVEL TICKETS  ARE $200 DOORS OPEN AT 6 P.M.  ,  $75 FOR FAN LEVEL , DOORS OPEN AT  7 p.m.

State St. Elementary School  in Baden’s PTA is sponsoring an indoor carnival from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, according to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano.  Bounce houses, obstacle courses , food and refreshments will be available for  sale.  It’s a community event and fundraiser,  according to Kim Roppa, the school’s Academic Behavior Coach. Ms. Roppa and fifth grade teacher Stacy Brock  are accompanying 50 students to Ichiban in Wexford for good behavior in school and on the school bus The criteria for the event is that students didn’t get 3  incompletes, no suspensions, good behavior, and for doing their homework.

Deshawn Williams,29 of of Aliquippa  was arrested last night at 10 p.m.  for the Sunday night murder of 45 year-old  Renae Johnson, according to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano.  District Attorney David J. Lozier told Frank Sparks on Teleforum this morning that the Beaver County Detectives and city police  worked on the case since the murder occurred  reviewing surveilance video from businesses and William’s home. and talking to witnesses. Aliquippa Police Chief Don Couch said   Williams, who is lodged in the county jail without bond has been charged with 1 count of criminal homicide, 1 count of possessing firearms  prohibited , receiving stolen property police found a stolen gun in Williams’ home   and carrying a firearm without a license. Johnson was found shot to death lying on the ground outside her mini van in the 1400 block of Wade St.Ext.

The Beaver County Humane Society is caring for a dog that suffered a gunshot wound. The dog was found roaming the streets in Aliquippa last month. The dog had a lump on its jaw that was originally thought to be a tumor or a cyst. When a veterinarian went to remove it, it was discovered that it was a bullet. Former Teleforum host and Beaver County Humane Society Communications Liason Mike Romigh appeared on Teleforum this morning and said that Eli is doing quite well, considering what he’s been through. Romigh says Eli’s prognosis is excellent. The Humane Society’s executive director, Susan Salyards, also appeared on Teleforum this morning, asking anyone willing to provide a foster home for the dog to visit their website. Both guests appeared on the show as part of the Huntington Business Spotlight segment on Teleforum. The organization’s website address is: Beaver-County-Society-dot-org.

Young blood Paving, Inc. was awarded the contract for Ambridge’s 2017 road program.  14 borough streets  will be repaved, according to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano.  The cost of the project is $668,580.15. Crime has decreased by 12.12% between 2015-2016 , according to the a public safety committee Uniform Crime Reporting Statistics Police Chief James Mann credited the decrease   to council’s  investing in his department and the hiring of 3 full time officers  in 2015. Lorianne Burgess  represented the borough’s  Crime Watch Committee and told council  that they are seeking members.  She told the group meetings are held the second Tuesday  at 6 p.m. in the fire department training room. Spring Fest” will be held in the historic district May 6-7, according to Steve Roberts , a representative of the Ambridge Historic Economic Development Authority..

Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano placed a call to Franklin Center in Aliquippa yesterday  and spoke to Tina Price Genes, one of the center’s directors, who provided information on warming centers in the county. Mrs. Genes said in back of the center the shelter is open from 8:30a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  She provided information  that was helpful in finding other centers by calling 211. The phone number is part of the United Way and provided info on other warming centers in the county .  First Presbyterian Church in Ambridge, 9 a.m.  to  4 p.m. at ladle and Hearth.  new Brighton Municipal Building 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Crossroads  409 11th St. Beaver Falls, PA 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., the Cornerstone, 1217 7th Ave, Beaver Falls, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Several county residents  commented in the last few days that more homeless shelters should be made available here in the county, not just warming centers.