BELLVILLE — Mayor Teri Brenkus appointed J.J. Burkhart to fill a vacancy on the Bellville Council. Burkhart was sworn in Feb 17 at the Village Hall. Three candidates ran in last fall’s general election for four open seats on Bellville’s council. In January, members heard from prospects seeking the fourth seat. The council was unable […]
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Love’s ceremony spotlights Bellville’s I-71 & Ohio 97 boom
BELLVILLE — Company representatives marked the opening of the Loves Truck Stop and Subway Restaurant in southern Richland County earlier this week near Bellville. Local officials on hand for the ceremony noted the facility has already had an impact on the local economy. The truck stop and restaurants are expected to provide an average of […]
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Clear Fork board of education swears in new member
BELLVILLE — The Clear Fork school board swore in a new board member and recognized personnel moves in both the athletic department and Butler elementary administration at its most recent meeting. The board and elementary personnel are keeping an eye on construction efforts for two new elementary schools. Board members appointed Amy Weekley to fill […]
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Clear Fork teacher’s union letter blasts Board of Education
BELLVILLE — Clear Fork school board members received a critical “open letter” during the May 11 meeting. The letter, presented by an attorney on behalf of the Clear Fork Valley Education Association AFT/OFT Local 4109, asserted the board has overstepped its “role of oversight into the realm of management.” The public letter presented by attorney […]
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Bellville’s Elzy Milling & Trade serves as brick-and-mortar chat room for 6 counties
BELLVILLE — Being a community hub and serving a surprisingly wide variety of customers is what Elzy Milling and Trade is all about, says co-owner Donnie Clark. The revamped business at 25 E. Ogle St. in Bellville is more than just a feed store, reaching out to hobbyists, home, and farmers. Beyond the products they […]
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Clear Fork BOE retains basketball coach, previews new school proposals
BELLVILLE — Clear Fork School Board members felt the heat during their April 20 meeting. Facing a contentious supplemental contract renewal, board members met with the public and staff during a lengthy “executive session.” A larger-than-normal crowd turned out for that decision and a presentation of architectural plans for new elementary buildings. Board President Jim […]
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Bellville volunteers clean up Palm Park in beautification project
BELLVILLE — Community groups banded together to clean up trails in Bellville’s Palm Park Saturday morning. Mayor Terri Brenkus said she is proud of everyone who helped with the project. She estimated between 40 and 50 volunteers assisted with clearing brush and marking the trails. The cleanup efforts have already begun to generate more interest […]
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Clear Fork seeks input on new school building
BELLVILLE — Clear Fork school board members and administrators are looking for community input regarding their Hines Avenue building. The board will meet on April 20 to unveil current designs for the new Bellville Elementary School building. It’s also expected to decide the fate of the “lower building,” as the Hines Avenue structure is commonly […]
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Clear Fork Adventure Resort opens for first full summer season
BUTLER — The Clear Fork Adventure Resort is now open for its second season with activities for all ages. Located in Butler, the resort balances events for the local area and options for those visiting the area. According to the World Travel and Tourism Council, resorts across America benefit communities through “travel and tourism” dollars […]
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EMA tabletop exercise uses industrial accident in Bellville as emergency scenario
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) conducted a “tabletop exercise” Tuesday in Mansfield. The group hosted area agencies to evaluate and improve response to a hazardous material incident by participating agencies within the county. EMA Deputy Director Rick Evans said the event was designed to test emergency procedures to see if the […]