• From left to right, Bellville residents Joe and Gretchen Payton waited to enter the expo with Clair Gray, of Mansfield. (Photo by Angela Cirone)

  • Jessica Thompson and David Piatt, of Graham Auto Mall, invited guests to spin the prize wheel at their booth.  (Photo by Angela Cirone)

  • Leah Wachtel, of North Central State College, features rental opportunities for the public in her display (Photo by Angela Cirone)

  • Miss Ohio 2016 Alice Magoto sang the national anthem during the ribbon cutting ceremony.  (Photo by Angela Cirone)

  • The 12th annual Richland Area Chamber of Commerce Expo, which took place in 2017, featured more than 100 local businesses and nonprofit organizations. (Photo by Angela Cirone)

  • The 179th Airlift Wing presented the colors during the ribbon cutting ceremony. (Photo by Angela Cirone)

  • UPS Store Manager Lori Waters, middle, and store owner Tabytha Sidders talk with a visitor about services available. (Photo by Angela Cirone)

  • A crowd waited to enter the 12th Annual Chamber Expo.  (Photo by Angela Cirone)

  • Affordable Lawn Care & Landscaping co-owners Cory and Joan Roth talk with a potential new client. (Photo by Angela Cirone)

  • Booths were arranged into four different avenues within Fairhaven Hall. (Photo by Angela Cirone)

  • Chamber of Commerce President Jodie A. Perry introduced local elected officials and celebrities during the ribbon cutting ceremony. (Photo by Angela Cirone)

  • During the expo, Graham Auto Mall sales associates showed off several vehicles for sale. (Photo by Angela Cirone)

  • Newly elected Richland County Commissioner Darrell Banks cut the ribbon during the opening ceremony. (Photo by Angela Cirone)