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Logan County Visitors Bureau Announces Fall 2025 Grant Recipients

12/30/2025

 
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The Logan County Visitors Bureau is excited to announce the recipients of the fall 2025 grant round, a part of its ongoing program to foster tourism-related projects throughout the county. This season, two local organizations have been awarded grants for their initiatives to enrich the visitor experience and highlight Logan County’s unique offerings.

​​The Belle Center Veterans Memorial Foundation will receive funding for a Veterans Memorial to honor the brave service members from Belle Center. The granite monument, to be placed at the Belle Center Legion Post 266 building, on the old jail cell site, will include an honor wall feature, serving as a tribute to those Belle Center natives who have served our country.

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West Liberty Opera House to Host “Goodbye 2025” Concert on December 30

12/30/2025

 
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West Liberty will close out the year with an evening of live music and local talent during the “Goodbye 2025” concert on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at the historic West Liberty Opera House.
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The concert begins at 7:00 p.m. and will feature a lineup of well-known regional musicians and groups, bringing a mix of acoustic, folk, and roots-inspired sounds to the Opera House stage. Performers scheduled for the night include Leo Compton, New Rude, Jez and Belle, Kevin Mabrey, and the Mule Skinner Band & Friends.

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​Mary Rutan Health Addresses Questions About Property Transactions and Hotel Development

12/22/2025

 
Mary Rutan Health Center Bellefontaine
Mary Rutan Health is responding to recent questions and misinformation circulating online about property transactions involving the hospital property and the Northpointe Development, including the hotel at the intersection of Route 68 and Route 33.
Hospital and community leaders say the claims reflect misunderstandings about the hospital’s history and standard business practices.

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Mary Rutan Hospital Successfully Completes Annual DNV Survey, Reaffirming Commitment to Quality and Patient Safety

12/18/2025

 
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Mary Rutan Hospital has successfully completed its annual survey conducted by DNV, reaffirming the organization’s DNV re-accreditation and its ongoing commitment to providing safe, high-quality care to patients and families throughout the region.
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DNV is a globally recognized healthcare accrediting organization, authorized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), that evaluates hospitals against comprehensive standards for patient safety, clinical quality, and operational excellence. Accreditation by DNV signifies that a hospital meets or exceeds nationally recognized standards and demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous improvement.

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Ohio Hi-Point recognizes BCS Board Representative Anne Reames

12/18/2025

 
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Anne Reames is flanked by Ohio Hi-Point Career Center Superintendent Brad Richardson and Treasurer Caleb Lang.
Longtime Ohio Hi-Point Career Center Board President Anne Reames was recognized during her final meeting Wednesday night.

Reames has been the Bellefontaine City Schools representative on the Ohio Hi-Point board for 21 years. She has served as the Ohio Hi-Point board president for the past 18 years.

Reames also served on the BCS board for 30 plus years. She resigned in 2020 because she moved out of town.

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Hundreds Gather for Heartwarming Holiday Sing-A-Long at Benjamin Logan High School

12/18/2025

 
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This morning, Benjamin Logan High School was alive with holiday spirit as hundreds of family members gathered for the much-anticipated Holiday Sing-A-Long, a joyful tradition showcasing the voices of Benjamin Logan’s K–4 students.
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Benjamin Logan Superintendent John Scheu Announces Intent to Retire

12/17/2025

 
Benjamin Logan Local Schools Superintendent John Scheu
Benjamin Logan Local Schools Superintendent John Scheu
Benjamin Logan Local Schools Superintendent John Scheu has announced his intention to retire, with his final day of service scheduled for July 31, 2026. The Benjamin Logan Board of Education will formally consider and approve his retirement at its January 12, 2026 board meeting.

Scheu has served the Benjamin Logan school community for the past six years, beginning as interim superintendent before being appointed to the permanent role. 

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PeakFiber Broadband Becomes First Richwood Coffee Corporate Partner of Richwood Coffee

12/17/2025

 
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In a groundbreaking partnership, PeakFiber has joined forces with Richwood Coffee and Richwood Bank to launch a community-first initiative that blends high-speed, pure fiber Internet broadband service, local flavor, and philanthropic impact. As the first-ever corporate sponsor of Richwood Coffee, PeakFiber is setting a new standard for how businesses can support community leadership while delivering exceptional service. 

This partnership is designed to do more than just serve coffee—it’s about serving the community.​
Through monthly donations, PeakFiber will help fund eight non-profit organizations across Logan County, with 100% of contributions going directly to those causes. Customers and employees alike will be invited to participate in the giving, creating a ripple effect of generosity and engagement. ​

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BHS Jazz Band Hosts Popular Holiday Concert

12/17/2025

 
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The Bellefontaine High School Jazz Band hosted its annual Holiday Dessert Concert in the Lower Café Sunday afternoon.

BHS Band Director Ken Hoffman led his students through several holiday-themed songs.
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Attendees enjoyed many dessert options during intermission.

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Benjamin Logan Board of Education Board Meeting Summary

12/16/2025

 
Board of Education. Superintendent John Scheu presented Dill with a wooden cutting board engraved with her years of service to the district.
Board of Education. Superintendent John Scheu presented Karen Dill with a wooden cutting board engraved with her years of service to the district.
The Benjamin Logan School Board met for the final time in 2025, marking a moment of reflection, recognition, and routine district business.
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Board Recognition
The Board bid farewell to longtime board member and educator Karen Dill. Dill taught at Benjamin Logan from 1982 until her retirement in 2012 and has served two terms on the Board of Education. Superintendent John Scheu presented Dill with a wooden cutting board engraved with her years of service to the district. Dill shared, “I hope the District is in better shape now than when I started.”
Presentations
Representatives from Logan County Electric Cooperative presented the district with a capital credit rebate check totaling $11,837.44, reflecting a dividend based on the district’s electricity usage.

Administrative Reports
In his report, Superintendent John Scheu recognized Myles Bowers for being selected to perform in the Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, California. Bowers, who has been with the district for 15 years, was one of 300 music educators nationwide selected for this honor.

Colleen Bodin, Special Education Director, provided an administrative update to the Board.
District Treasurer and CFO Leah Baker reported that expenses are trending as expected to date. She noted that January is a three-pay month, which will result in a temporary increase in expenditures. Baker also reminded the Board that the Permanent Improvement Loan has been paid in full, resulting in significant interest savings for the district.

Financial Items Approved
The Board approved the November 2025 Finance Report, bank reconciliation and financial reports for November 2025, and payment of all November bills, confirming they were for a proper public purpose. The Board also approved an adjustment to the budget and purpose statement for the Coffee Cart (200 Fund) and approved the Logan County Education Foundation Small Grants to Teachers.

Logan County Education Foundation – Small Grants
Elementary School
Amy McCormick – Chomping Through Cardboard, Connecting Concepts Through Construction ($900.00)
Holly Barr – A Welcoming Raider Community ($1,600.00)
Chelsey Dixon – STEM Makerspace Masterpieces ($100.00)

Middle School
Todd Shadley – BLMS Building Signage Enhancement Project ($1,350.00)
Smith, Davis, Wishin – BLMS House ($300.00)
Lori Weyant – Building Geometry and Algebra with Hands-on Manipulatives ($300.00)
Smith, Davis, Wishin – BLMS House ($700.00)

High School
Nelly Hughes and Sally Stolly – World Language Proficiency ($338.00)
Annette Alatorre – School Pride Updates ($1,350.00)
Brooke Butler – A Raisin in the Sun Book Study ($262.00)
Bair Hemmelgarn – Time 4 You: A Student-Led Self-Care and Mental Wellness Initiative ($700.00)
Lora James – Conservation Demonstrations ($772.66)

Personnel
The Board approved the Benjamin Logan substitute list for the 2025–2026 school year, contingent upon completion of all Ohio Revised Code employment requirements. Charles (“Barney”) Sullivan was approved as a sub bus driver. The Board also approved the ESC substitute list for the 2025–2026 school year at a rate of $130 per day.

Transportation
The Board received the October 2025 Transportation Update as a first reading and review.

Trips
An overnight Jazz Band trip was approved for February 28–March 1, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky, for Jazz Fest.

Donations
The Board accepted a donation of $50.00 and children’s gloves from an anonymous donor to support students in need.
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Upcoming Meetings
The next Board of Education meetings will be held on Monday, January 12, 2026, beginning with the Organizational Meeting at 6:00 p.m., followed immediately by the Regular Board Meeting.
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