A rendering for an indoor sports complex. The outside is silver and blue with an awning reading "YMCA of North Central Ohio Sports Complex." — A rendering of the indoor sports complex to be located at the intersection of I-71 and Ohio 97 in Richland County.

YMCA to break ground in June for sports complex in Bellville

First funding target achieved for $22 million indoor/outdoor facility on 35 acres near I-71/Ohio 97

by Grace McCormick December 7, 2023December 7, 2023

BELLVILLE — The YMCA of North Central Ohio will break ground in June 2024 on its third branch and sports center at Interstate 71 and Ohio 97.

In November 2023, donors, including the Cleveland-Cliffs Foundation and local families, gave a combined total of over $1.3 million for the $22 million project. This includes a recent anonymous contribution of $1 million.

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Grace McCormickStaff Reporter

Ball State journalism alumna. Passionate about sharing stories, making good coffee and finding new music. You can reach me at grace@richlandsource.com. More by Grace McCormick

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