BELLVILLE — Most kids earn a pretty penny selling their livestock projects at the Bellville Street Fair. Cameron Lanker sold his 238-pound hog and walked away without a cent. A senior at Clear Fork High School, Lanker raised the fair’s “scholarship hog.” Proceeds from the $5,100 sale go back to the high school’s FFA chapter to […]
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Budweiser Clydesdales bring American tradition to Bellville’s historic feed mill
BELLVILLE — History met history Friday night when the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales paraded through Bellville. The eight-horse hitch pulling a red Budweiser beer wagon joined the 175th Bellville Street Fair in a pairing that felt made for perfect small-town Americana, according to Donnie Clark, owner of Elzy Milling and Trade. This event brought one of […]
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Clear Fork senior Addison Johnson crowned Bellville Fair Queen
BELLVILLE — Addison Johnson is the youngest of six, but she blazed her own path Wednesday night at the Bellville Street Fair. Johnson, a first-time competitor, was crowned Bellville Fair Queen. The 17-year-old said none of her three older sisters ever vied for the crown. It was her friend and fellow contestant, Makenna Wuertz, who […]
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Bellville Street Fair brings back Saturday night square dance
BELLVILLE — A Bellville Street Fair tradition is making a comeback This year’s fair will once again feature a community square dance. This beginner-friendly event will take place at Saturday outside Village Hall from 9 to 11 p.m. and feature caller Valerie Norman. The 175th Bellville Street Fair kicked off Wednesday and continues through Saturday […]
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Here Comes the King: World-famous Budweiser Clydesdales coming to Mansfield & Bellville in September
MANSFIELD – The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales will march into Mansfieldon Sept. 10 and Belville Sept. 12, making stops at The Brickyard and the Bellville Street Fair. A single horse will make an appearance for a photo opportunity in Mansfield on Sept. 10 from 5 to 7 p.m. at The Brickyard 21 West Temple Court in […]
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The ultimate fairs & festivals guide for Richland County and beyond
Fairs and festivals are simpatico with summer, especially in north central Ohio. The warm rays complement outdoor activities. Summer around here triggers memories of county fairs, live music, car shows and food trucks. Richland County has plenty in store for festivalgoers, from longtime favorites to newer community events. For those open to a short drive, […]
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Bellville Fair returns on Wednesday
BELLVILLE — The oldest street fair in the state of Ohio is back. The 174th Bellville Street Fair returns to Main Street this week. Residents and visitors have plenty of classics to look forward to, from concessions and games to the Fair Queen and Junior Livestock competitions. A lineup of live music features Red Ball Jets, […]
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A love for her community: Knapik crowned 50th Bellville Fair Queen
Knapik, a senior at Clear Fork High School, was crowned this year’s Bellville Fair Queen, a title she’s thought long about.
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GALLERY: 173rd Bellville Street Fair opening night
Widely referred to as the “World’s Fair”, the 173rd Bellville Street Fair opened Wednesday on Main Street in the village.
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Bellville Street Fair returns for 173rd year
Known by many as the “World’s Fair”, the annual street fair opens Sept. 13 and continues through the 16, taking place on Main Street.