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Worthington, Ohio

Worthington is a city in Franklin County, Ohio, United States, and is a northern suburb of Columbus. The population in the 2020 Census was 14,786. The city was founded in 1803 by the Scioto Company led by James Kilbourne, who was later elected to the United States House of Representatives, and named in honor of Thomas Worthington, who later became governor of Ohio.

First settlement
On May 5, 1802, a group of prospective settlers founded the Scioto Company at the home of Rev. Eber B. Clark in Granby, Connecticut for the purpose of forming a settlement between the Muskingum River and Great Miami River in the Ohio Country. James Kilbourne was elected president and Josiah Topping secretary (McCormick 1998:7).

On August 30, 1802, James Kilbourne and Nathaniel Little arrived at Colonel Thomas Worthington's home in Chillicothe, Ohio. They tentatively reserved land along the Scioto River on the Pickaway Plains for their new settlement (McCormick 1998:17).

On October 5, 1802, the Scioto Company met in Granby, Connecticut and decided not to purchase the lands along the Scioto River on the Pickaway Plains, but rather to buy land 30 mi farther north from Dr. Jonas Stanbery and his partner, an American Revolutionary War general, Jonathan Dayton. Sixteen thousand acres (65 km$2$) were purchased along the Whetstone River (now known as the Olentangy River) at $1.50 per acre (McCormick 1998:19-27). This land was part of the United States Military District surveyed by Israel Ludlow in 1797 and divided into townships 5 mi square.

Organization
On May 7, 1803, James Kilbourne arrived at what is now Worthington to inspect the Scioto Company's purchase. A work party of seven hired laborers, paid $12 per month each, soon began work clearing the forest (McCormick 1998: 29).

On August 10, 1803, the Scioto Company voted to name the village for Thomas Worthington, one of Ohio's first two senators, and for each member to contribute $2 (about four days wages) to support a library.

In September 1803 the first settlers departed Connecticut by horse. Ezra Griswold was the lone settler who traveled by ox-cart. With this he is officially the first settler of Worthington, beating his fellow Company men to the site. By December 1803, Worthington was divided into 160, three quarter acre city lots with a 5 acre public green in the center of the village. Thirty seven persons bid between $53 and $0.25 to select a lot. Those who bid nothing were given a choice of the remaining lots.

Farm lots, ranging from 20 to 130 acre and averaging 93 acre, were sold off in the same way. Both the Episcopal Church and Worthington Academy were given an 80 acre farm lot and 20 acre wood lot to provide financial support.

Dissolution of the Company
By August 11, 1804, the plat maps were completed, payments or notes promising payments collected and deeds prepared for all sixteen thousand acres (65 km$2$) of the Scioto Company's purchase (McCormick 1998:71). On January 28, 1805, having completed its work of apportioning land and establishing the church, school and library, the Scioto Company was dissolved (McCormick 1998:76).

Incorporation
On February 20, 1808, the Worthington Academy was incorporated by the Ohio legislature and a brick building was constructed facing the northeast quadrant of the public square. Its bell now adorns Kilbourne Middle School. That same year James Kilbourne erected a commercial building for a newspaper. This building still stands at 679-681 High Street as the oldest commercial building in continuous use in the state.

In 1811, Ezra Griswold built a large south-facing brick tavern on the lot north of the northeast quadrant of the public square. That same year, the Orange Johnson house was constructed north of the Village Green.

War of 1812
During the War of 1812, several Worthington militia marched north with General William Hull's army and were surrendered at Detroit on August 12, 1812. Orders issued by General William Henry Harrison from "Northwest Army Headquarters, Worthington, Ohio" on October 28, 1812, indicate the commander, like his supply wagons, was using the road north from the capital. On September 7, 1814, Zophar Topping died while serving with Indian scouts. He was one of two Worthington casualties during the war along with Luther Palmer.

Growth
On May 24, 1813, James Kilbourne took a seat in the United States House of Representatives.

On August 25, 1817, President James Monroe visited Worthington. Also in 1817, Philander Chase moved to Worthington to become the first rector of St. John's Episcopal Church. He concurrently served as rector of Episcopal churches in Columbus and Delaware and as principal of the Worthington Academy. In June 1818, Rev. Chase was elected Bishop of the newly organized Episcopal Diocese of Ohio. Chase initially founded Kenyon College in Worthington.

The period from the 1820s to the Civil War was a time of slow growth for the sleepy village. In 1820, Aurora Buttles erected a Masonic hall. In 1826 the Columbus and Sandusky Turnpike was incorporated (now U.S. Route 23) to connect the center of the state to Lake Erie, further cementing the importance of High Street.

Civil War
In September, 1861 Captain William Pinney and 14 members of the "Olentangy Reserves" mustered into Company E of Thomas Worthington Jr.'s 46th Ohio Volunteer Infantry, which trained at Camp Lyon on the old Worthington Manufacturing Co. site southwest of the village. This unit suffered forty percent casualties at the Battle of Shiloh in April 1862.

On April 29, 1865, at Appx 6:50 AM, President Abraham Lincoln's funeral train passed through Worthington en route to the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus.

Post-war growth
In 1866 the Bishop House was converted to the Union Hotel (Worthington Inn) by the Lewis family. In 1873 the Worthington School located at Evening Street and State Route 161 was completed. The first Worthington High School class graduated in 1880 (including 2 girls).

In 1931, the only Roman Catholic pontifical college outside of Italy, the Pontifical College Josephinum relocated just north of Worthington where it exists today.

Geography
Worthington is located at 40.09139°N, -83.02083°W (40.091513, -83.020905).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.63 sqmi, of which 5.55 sqmi is land and 0.08 sqmi is water.

The cities of Worthington and Riverlea form an enclave of Columbus.

Highways that pass through or adjacent to Worthington include Interstate 270, United States Route 23, Ohio State Route 161, and Ohio State Route 315.

Interstate 71 and Ohio State Route 710 pass just to the east of the city.

Except for a small border with Perry Township (Brookside Estates) on the west, Worthington is completely surrounded by Columbus.

Western Worthington now includes part of what used to be Linworth, and is home to the Linworth Alternative Program school.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 13,575 people, 5,691 households, and 3,874 families living in the city. The population density was 2445.9 PD/sqmi. There were 5,940 housing units at an average density of 1070.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.0% White, 2.2% African American, 2.3% Asian, 0.5% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.

There were 5,691 households, of which 30.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.6% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.9% were non-families. 28.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.88.

The median age in the city was 44.9 years. 23.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.6% were from 25 to 44; 30.7% were from 45 to 64; and 19.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.2% male and 52.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 14,125 people, 5,692 households, and 4,052 families living in the city. The population density was 2,494.6 PD/sqmi. There were 5,845 housing units at an average density of 1,032.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.97% White, 1.71% African American, 0.12% Native American, 2.77% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 0.22% from other races, and 1.21% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.98% of the population.

There were 5,692 households, out of which 31.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.0% were married couples living together, 7.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.8% were non-families. 25.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.42 and the average family size was 2.92.

In the city the population was spread out, with 23.9% under the age of 18, 4.9% from 18 to 24, 23.1% from 25 to 44, 29.7% from 45 to 64, and 18.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $68,568, and the median income for a family was $83,074. Males had a median income of $59,258 versus $39,424 for females. The per capita income for the city was $34,495. About 1.4% of families and 2.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.4% of those under age 18 and 4.5% of those age 65 or over.

Library
The Worthington Public Library serves the community with three branches. In 2015, the library loaned more than 3.2 million items to its 79,500 cardholders, making it one of the busiest libraries in Ohio. Total printed materials held are over 473,000 volumes with 20,000 print subscriptions.

Transportation
Worthington's downtown centers around the intersection of Ohio State Route 161 and U.S. Route 23. In addition, the 315 expressway and Interstate 71 flank Worthington's west and east ends respectively, and Worthington is accessible by Interstate 270, a ring road surrounding Columbus which itself cuts through the northern end of Worthington.

Public transport is minimal in Worthington, though the Central Ohio Transit Authority operates bus line 102 along High Street. The only rail transport near Worthington is a Norfolk Southern Railway line parallel to I-71.

The Ohio State University Airport is the nearest general aviation airport to the city, and passengers are served by Columbus's two airports: John Glenn Columbus International Airport and Rickenbacker International Airport.

Education
Worthington Schools operates public schools.

Thomas Worthington High School and Worthington Kilbourne High School are the high schools of the city. The Linworth Alternative Program also operates within the city.

The office of the Columbus Japanese Language School, a weekend supplementary Japanese school, is located in Worthington. The classes are held in Marysville. Previously classes were held at Worthington school district facilities.

The Ohio Contemporary Chinese School (OCCS, ) is located in the area, holding classes at Worthington Kilbourne. It serves the Chinese American community.

St. Michael's, a private Roman Catholic school, was founded in Worthington in 1954.

Notable people

 * Andrew Anglin, founder of white-supremacist website The Daily Stormer.
 * Gary Berry, Green Bay Packer defensive back
 * Earle Bruce, Ohio State University football coach
 * Casey Close, Sports agent
 * Dieter Cunz and Oskar Seidlin, professors, openly gay couple 1957-1969
 * Susan Diol, actress
 * Colin Gawel, lead singer and guitarist of Watershed
 * Maggie Grace, actress
 * Rachael Harris, actress and comedian
 * John Wesley Hoyt, third Governor of Wyoming Territory
 * Pat McCrory, longest-serving mayor of Charlotte, North Carolina
 * Eldon Miller, OSU basketball coach
 * Betty Montgomery, Former Ohio Attorney General and Auditor
 * J. R. Niklos, NFL fullback
 * Danny O'Rourke, MLS soccer player
 * Christopher Paul, al Qaeda terrorist
 * Troy Perkins, former professional soccer goalkeeper and 2006 MLS Goalkeeper of the Year
 * Michael R. Perry, Emmy Award-winning television and film writer
 * Jack Plotnick, actor
 * Roswell S. Ripley, Confederate brigadier general who fought in the Civil War
 * Claire Shipman, ABC news correspondent
 * J. K. Simmons, Academy Award-winning actor
 * Jeff Smith, Cartoonist, writer and illustrator of Bone comics
 * Nick Swisher, former MLB baseball player
 * Dana Tyler, New York City's CBS news anchor

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Broadcast News (film)

Broadcast News is a 1987 American romantic comedy drama film written, produced and directed by James L. Brooks. The film concerns a virtuoso television news producer (Holly Hunter) who has daily emotional breakdowns, a brilliant yet prickly reporter (Albert Brooks), and the latter's charismatic but far less seasoned rival (William Hurt). It also stars Robert Prosky, Lois Chiles, Joan Cusack, and Jack Nicholson.

The film was acclaimed by critics and at the 60th Academy Awards received seven nominations, including Best Picture. In 2018, the film was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant."

Plot
Jane Craig is a talented, intense news producer who is passionate about reporting and abhors the trend towards soft news in broadcasts. Her best friend and collaborator, Aaron Altman, is a gifted writer and reporter lacking in social skills. The two work in the Washington, D.C. bureau of a national TV network. The bureau hires Tom Grunick, a local news anchor who is handsome, likable, and telegenic but lacks news experience and isn't especially bright.

Aaron and Jane go to Nicaragua to report on the Sandinista rebels and get caught up in a shooting battle between them and the contras, bringing home footage that wins the approval of their national anchor. At an office party, news arrives of a Libyan plane having bombed a U.S. military base in Italy. The network chief decides to air a special report, with Tom as anchor and Jane as executive producer. Aaron is devastated at Tom's selection. Watching from his home, he calls Jane with pertinent information, which she feeds to Tom through his earpiece. With the combination of Tom's on-camera poise and Jane's hard-news skills, the report is a great success. Their teamwork also intensifies their mutual attraction.

Wanting to complete a story without outside assistance, Tom creates a piece on date rape that includes an interview with a rape victim, where Tom is shown tearing up in reaction. In the face of potential layoffs, Aaron receives an opportunity to anchor the weekend news due to most of his colleagues going to the White House Correspondents' Dinner. He seeks advice from Tom, who encourages Aaron to be more salesman-like in his approach. Aaron takes Tom's advice but during the broadcast begins sweating uncontrollably, resulting in a disastrous broadcast. Meanwhile, Jane and Tom progress romantically at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. But before things get more involved, Jane leaves to console Aaron. The two have a heated argument, where Aaron tells Jane that Tom represents everything she hates about the direction of news media. He also tells Jane that he is in love with her.

The layoffs hit the network, resulting in many colleagues losing their jobs. Tom is moved to the London office, indicating that he is being groomed for a national anchor position; Jane is promoted to bureau chief. Tom and Jane agree to take a romantic getaway together before starting their new jobs. Aaron tells Jane he plans to take a job at a television station in Portland, Oregon. Before he leaves, he tells Jane that Tom's tears during his date-rape piece were staged; reviewing the footage, Jane realizes that he is correct. She angrily confronts Tom at the airport, saying that his actions were a breach of journalistic ethics and that she cannot in good conscience become involved with him. Tom argues with her but relents, leaving Jane behind.

The three meet again seven years later. Tom has taken over as national anchor, Aaron has a wife and child, and Jane has a new boyfriend. Jane plans to take a managing editor role for the network in New York, working with Tom again. Tom leaves after Jane declines a dinner invitation with him and his fiancée, while she and Aaron catch up on their respective lives.

Production
The score was by Bill Conti. Emmy Award-winning composers Glen Roven and Marc Shaiman make cameo appearances as a dorky musician team who have composed a theme for the news program in the film.

The character of Jane Craig was based on journalist and news producer Susan Zirinsky. She served as associate producer and technical advisor for the film. The female lead was originally written for Debra Winger, who worked with James L. Brooks in Terms of Endearment. However, Winger became pregnant and was replaced by Holly Hunter just two days before filming began. Sigourney Weaver, Dianne Wiest, Jessica Lange, Elizabeth Perkins, and Mary Beth Hurt were also considered for the role. Brooks originally wrote the role of Aaron Altman specifically for his longtime friend Albert Brooks in mind. Principal photography began in Washington, D.C. on February 2, 1987, officially wrapping in April 1987 after filming several scenes in Florida.

Box office
Broadcast News was given a limited release on December 16, 1987, in seven theaters and managed to gross USD $197,542 on its opening weekend. It went into wide release in the United States on December 25, 1987, in 677 theaters, grossing $5.5 million on its opening weekend. The film went on to make $51.3 million in North America and $16.1 million in the rest of the world for a worldwide total of $67.3 million.

Critical response
Film critic Roger Ebert of the Chicago Sun-Times gave the film four out of four stars and praised the film for being as "knowledgeable about the TV news-gathering process as any movie ever made, but it also has insights into the more personal matter of how people use high-pressure jobs as a way of avoiding time alone with themselves". In his review for The New York Times, Vincent Canby wrote, "As the fast-talking Aaron, Albert Brooks comes very close to stealing Broadcast News. Mr. Brooks ... is more or less the conscience of Broadcast News". Jonathan Rosenbaum, in his review for the Chicago Reader, praised Holly Hunter's performance as "something of a revelation: her short, feisty, socially gauche, aggressive-compulsive character may be the most intricately layered portrait of a career woman that contemporary Hollywood has given us".

Hal Hinson, in his review for The Washington Post, wrote, "[James] Brooks is excellent at taking us inside the world of television, but not terribly good at analyzing it. He has a facile, too-pat approach to dealing with issues; there's still too much of the sitcom mentality at work". In his review for Time, Richard Corliss praised William Hurt's performance: "Hurt is neat too, never standing safely outside his character, always allowing Tom to find the humor in his too-rapid success, locating a dimness behind his eyes when Tom is asked a tough question -- and for Tom, poor soulless sensation-to-be, all questions are tough ones". The magazine also ranked Broadcast News as one of the best films of the year. The film garnered a 98% rating at Rotten Tomatoes from 52 critics. The site's consensus states: "Blockbuster dramatist James L. Brooks delivers with Broadcast News, fully entertaining with deft, deep characterization." The film has an 84% average score at Metacritic, based on 16 reviews, indicating "universal acclaim".

Broadcast News was placed on 61 "ten-best" lists, making it the most acclaimed film of 1987.

Accolades
Also, the film is recognized by American Film Institute in these lists:
 * 1998: AFI's 100 Years...100 Movies – Nominated
 * 2000: AFI's 100 Years...100 Laughs – #64
 * 2005: AFI's 100 Years...100 Movie Quotes:
 * Aaron Altman: "I'll meet you at the place near the thing where we went that time." – Nominated
 * 2007: AFI's 100 Years...100 Movies (10th Anniversary Edition) – Nominated

Home media
A digitally restored version of the film was released on DVD and Blu-ray by The Criterion Collection. The release includes new audio commentary featuring Brooks and Marks, James L. Brooks—A Singular Voice, a documentary on Brooks's career in television and film, an alternative ending and deleted scenes with commentary by Brooks, an interview with veteran CBS news producer Susan Zirinsky, and a featurette containing on-set footage and interviews with Brooks, Hunter, and actor Albert Brooks. There is also a booklet featuring an essay by film critic Carrie Rickey.

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Archbold, Ohio

Archbold is a village in Fulton County, Ohio, United States. The population was 4,516 at the 2020 census. Located about 40 mi southwest of Toledo, Archbold is home to Northwest State Community College.

History
Archbold was founded in 1855 when the railroad was extended to that point. The village was probably named for John Archbald, a railroad promoter, though another tradition is that the name is an amalgamation of Arch and Bald, two other railroad officials. A post office called Archbold has been in operation since 1855.

It was designated a Tree City USA by the National Arbor Day Foundation in 1983.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 5.07 sqmi, of which, 4.93 sqmi is land and 0.14 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 4,346 people, 1,760 households, and 1,178 families living in the village. The population density was 881.5 PD/sqmi. There were 1,876 housing units at an average density of 380.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 90.5% White, 0.5% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.9% Asian, 5.6% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 16.8% of the population.

There were 1,760 households, of which 31.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.7% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.1% were non-families. 29.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.99.

The median age in the village was 41 years. 25.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.5% were from 25 to 44; 25.1% were from 45 to 64; and 19.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 46.9% male and 53.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 4,290 people, 1,717 households, and 1,167 families living in the village. The population density was 1,009.2 PD/sqmi. There were 1,807 housing units at an average density of 425.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 91.54% White, 0.47% African American, 0.33% Native American, 0.51% Asian, 5.78% from other races, and 1.38% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 12.42% of the population.

There were 1,717 households, out of which 33.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.0% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.0% were non-families. 29.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44, and the average family size was 3.05.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 26.4% under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 26.3% from 25 to 44, 20.1% from 45 to 64, and 20.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females there were 89.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.9 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $43,155, and the median income for a family was $52,050. Males had a median income of $37,243 versus $25,990 for females. The per capita income for the village was $21,971. About 1.8% of families and 4.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.8% of those under age 18 and 3.1% of those age 65 or over.

Culture
Archbold Community Theatre began informally in the late 1970's as an offshoot of the Archbold Friends of the Arts, and was officially incorporated in 1980. In 1999, ACT purchased Giffey Hall in Ridgeville Corners, which is its permanent home.

Black Swamp Arts Council, founded in 1999, is a non-profit arts organizations that provides a wide range of arts opportunities for all ages in NW Ohio. They partner with schools, and other arts and community organizations to present quality, affordable art-filled experiences.

Archbold Parks and Recreation sponsors art and music classes throughout the year in the village parks. Since 1999, the Route 66 Bash (formerly the Backyard Bash), has been a popular annual concert in the downtown area featuring popular country artists.

Education
Archbold is home to Archbold Area Schools, the only school district in the village of Archbold. Four County Career Center is a career based technical school for students currently in their junior or senior year. Northwest State Community College a local community college.

The village has a public lending library.

Media
The Archbold Buckeye is a weekly newspaper begun by W.O Taylor in 1905. Over the years, The Buckeye has won numerous state awards, including the 2023 Newspaper of the Year in Division C.

Since 1959, Farmland News has provided news and information with an emphasis on farming and agriculture.

WMTR Radio has been locally owned and operated since 1968 by the Northwestern Ohio Broadcasting Corporation. The station plays a mix of music from the 70s to the 90s, covers local news, and provides live broadcasts of community and high school sporting events. WMTR is the NW Ohio home of the Detroit Tigers. NOBC also owns and operates 94.3 The Buck, a mainstream country music station.

Notable people

 * Sam Hornish Jr., NASCAR driver
 * Jon Lugbill, Olympic slalom canoeist and slalom canoe world champion
 * Ron Lugbill, slalom canoeist
 * Bonnie Milligan, 76th Tony Awards winner
 * Erie J. Sauder, inventor of the "knock-down" ready-to-assemble furniture.

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Delta, Ohio

Delta is a village in Fulton County, Ohio, United States. The population was 3,316 at the 2020 census.

History
The first settlement at Delta was made in the 1830s. A post office called Delta has been in operation since 1837. The village was incorporated about 1863.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 2.67 sqmi, all land. Delta lies within the watershed of the Maumee River. Bad Creek, a tributary of the Maumee River, flows through the village. Alternate U.S. 20 and State Route 2 pass through the village in an east–west direction. State Route 109 goes through the village in a north–south direction. The Ohio Turnpike runs in an east–west direction approximately two miles north of the village. There is an interchange at the intersection of State Route 109 and the Ohio Turnpike.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 3,103 people, 1,203 households, and 842 families living in the village. The population density was 1162.2 PD/sqmi. There were 1,293 housing units at an average density of 484.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 96.1% White, 0.4% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.9% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.3% of the population.

There were 1,203 households, of which 37.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.4% were married couples living together, 13.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.0% were non-families. 26.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 3.10.

The median age in the village was 35.5 years. 27.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.8% were from 25 to 44; 25.4% were from 45 to 64; and 12.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 48.4% male and 51.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,930 people, 1,134 households, and 831 families living in the village. The population density was 1,126.7 PD/sqmi. There were 1,193 housing units at an average density of 458.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 95.94% White, 0.10% African American, 0.55% Native American, 0.10% Asian, 0.20% Pacific Islander, 1.98% from other races, and 1.13% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.49% of the population.

There were 1,134 households, out of which 38.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.5% were married couples living together, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.7% were non-families. 22.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 3.01.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 28.7% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 30.3% from 25 to 44, 20.5% from 45 to 64, and 13.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females there were 94.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.6 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $41,920, and the median income for a family was $50,543. Males had a median income of $35,784 versus $25,552 for females. The per capita income for the village was $18,959. About 6.9% of families and 9.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.7% of those under age 18 and 7.1% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Delta has a system of public schools known as the Pike-Delta-York Local School District. This was the consolidation of the village school in Delta and the two surrounding township schools (Pike Township and York Township.) After the consolidation, Pike and York were closed, and the only remaining schools are in Delta. Delta High School serves the entire district as its lone secondary school.

The village operates a public lending library.

Notable people

 * Steve Buehrer, Ohio politician
 * Nate Kmic, football player
 * Mary Wood-Allen, doctor and social reformer

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Fayette, Ohio

Fayette is a village in Fulton County, Ohio, United States. The population was 1,305 at the 2020 census.

History
Fayette was incorporated as a village in 1872 when the railroad was extended to that point. A post office called Fayette has been in operation since 1873.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.98 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,283 people, 505 households, and 345 families living in the village. The population density was 1309.2 PD/sqmi. There were 591 housing units at an average density of 603.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 94.0% White, 1.0% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 2.3% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 14.3% of the population.

There were 505 households, of which 36.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.1% were married couples living together, 13.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.7% were non-families. 26.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.04.

The median age in the village was 35.3 years. 28.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26% were from 25 to 44; 24% were from 45 to 64; and 12.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 47.4% male and 52.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,340 people, 541 households, and 360 families living in the village. The population density was 1,469.1 PD/sqmi. There were 569 housing units at an average density of 623.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 94.48% White, 0.15% African American, 0.30% Native American, 3.58% from other races, and 1.49% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.51% of the population.

There were 541 households, out of which 34.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.9% were married couples living together, 11.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.3% were non-families. 26.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 28.4% under the age of 18, 10.6% from 18 to 24, 30.0% from 25 to 44, 19.8% from 45 to 64, and 11.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females there were 93.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.0 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $32,115, and the median income for a family was $39,196. Males had a median income of $29,950 versus $23,077 for females. The per capita income for the village was $15,265. 9.7% of the population and 7.2% of families were below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 12.9% of those under the age of 18 and 9.7% of those 65 and older were living below the poverty line.

Arts and culture
Located on Main Street is the Fayette Opera House. It was built in 1889 at a cost of $4,000. It was used for several purposes in the past, such as touring theater groups. Today, the Opera House hosts a variety of events, including school plays, small concerts, speaking events, and the annual Reed Organ Festival.

In addition, three miles southwest of Fayette is Harrison Lake State Park, created in 1941 when a dam was built over Mill Creek.

Events
The annual Bullthistle Festival takes place in Fayette on the first Saturday of August. The event consists of a parade, activities, food, entertainment, and the annual S.A.K. basketball tournament at the community park. An evening fireworks display at Fayette school ends the festival every year.

The annual Fall Festival also takes place in Fayette, along historic Main Street. The annual festival also consists of activities, entertainment, and food, as well as craft vendors from around the area. The Fall Festival takes place on the last Saturday of September.

Education
Fayette Local School District administers two schools in the village, Fayette Elementary School and Fayette High School. The Normal Memorial Library is the village's lending library.

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Lyons, Ohio

Lyons is a village in Fulton County, Ohio, United States. The population was 602 at the 2020 census.

History
A post office called Lyons has been in operation since 1837. Lyons was also called "Morey's Corners", and under the latter name the village had its start in 1850 when a plank road was completed to that point. The village was named "Morey's Corners" in honor of it founder Jinks Morey, who also founded what became First Universalist Church of Lyons, Ohio, now the oldest non-residential structure in Royalton Township, Fulton County, Ohio. The village was incorporated in 1900.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.71 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 562 people, 227 households, and 148 families living in the village. The population density was 791.5 PD/sqmi. There were 249 housing units at an average density of 350.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.9% White, 0.2% African American, 0.4% Asian, 0.4% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.0% of the population.

There were 227 households, of which 32.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.8% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.8% were non-families. 30.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 3.07.

The median age in the village was 39.5 years. 24.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.3% were from 25 to 44; 29.9% were from 45 to 64; and 12.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 48.8% male and 51.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 559 people, 220 households, and 150 families living in the village. The population density was 789.5 PD/sqmi. There were 230 housing units at an average density of 324.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 95.71% White, 0.18% Native American, 2.15% from other races, and 1.97% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.94% of the population.

There were 220 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.4% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.4% were non-families. 29.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.17.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 28.1% under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 30.8% from 25 to 44, 17.9% from 45 to 64, and 15.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females there were 96.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.2 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $41,346, and the median income for a family was $46,417. Males had a median income of $37,000 versus $20,625 for females. The per capita income for the village was $17,186. About 3.5% of families and 5.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.1% of those under age 18 and 10.6% of those age 65 or over.

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Metamora, Ohio

Metamora is a village in Fulton County, Ohio, United States. The population was 566 at the 2020 census.

History
The first settlement at Metamora was made in the 1830s. A post office called Metamora has been in operation since 1841.

The name of Metamora is from a play titled Metamora, Last of the Wampanoags, by John Augustus Stone. This play inspired four new Midwestern towns—in Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Michigan—to adopt the name Metamora.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.84 sqmi, of which 0.83 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 627 people, 221 households, and 168 families living in the village. The population density was 755.4 PD/sqmi. There were 234 housing units at an average density of 281.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 99.2% White, 0.2% Native American, and 0.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.

There were 221 households, of which 42.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.7% were married couples living together, 10.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 24.0% were non-families. 20.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.84 and the average family size was 3.32.

The median age in the village was 36.9 years. 29.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.6% were from 25 to 44; 26.6% were from 45 to 64; and 10.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 49.3% male and 50.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 563 people, 200 households, and 149 families living in the village. The population density was 1,323.5 PD/sqmi. There were 205 housing units at an average density of 481.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.87% White, 0.53% African American, 0.18% Native American, 0.71% from other races, and 0.71% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.37% of the population.

There were 200 households, out of which 42.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.5% were married couples living together, 12.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.5% were non-families. 22.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.82 and the average family size was 3.32.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 33.0% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 30.2% from 25 to 44, 20.4% from 45 to 64, and 10.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females there were 101.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.4 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $47,750, and the median income for a family was $53,661. Males had a median income of $33,000 versus $24,688 for females. The per capita income for the village was $16,387. About 5.8% of families and 8.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.7% of those under age 18 and 23.5% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Evergreen Local School District administers three schools: Evergreen Elementary School, Evergreen Middle School, and Evergreen High School. The Evergreen Community Library is the village's lending library.

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Wauseon, Ohio

Wauseon is a city in and the county seat of Fulton County, Ohio, approximately 31 mi (51 km) west of Toledo. The population was 7,568 at the time of the 2020 census.

History
Wauseon was platted 1853 when the Michigan Southern Air Railway was extended to that point. Land speculators bought 160 acres of land, which would become the City of Wauseon. The original name for the city was "Litchfield" after Litchfield, New York, where many of the city's new settlers had emigrated from. However, Hortensia Hayes, the daughter of an early settler, suggested that the new village be named after an Ottawa Tribe Chief named Wauseon, who was forced by the federal government to forfeit their land, before moving to Oklahoma in 1839. The village was incorporated in 1859. With the commercial success that the railroad brought, Wauseon would grow larger than the original seat of Fulton County (Ottokee), and in 1869 Wauseon was named the county seat. The Fulton County Courthouse was built in 1871.

Between 1901 and 1939, the community was served by the Toledo and Indiana Railway, an interurban between Toledo and Bryan, Ohio. The construction of the Ohio Turnpike in the mid 20th century also helped lead to the commercial growth of Wauseon.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.19 sqmi, of which 5.17 sqmi is land and 0.02 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 7,332 people, 2,798 households, and 1,939 families residing in the city. The population density was 1418.2 PD/sqmi. There were 3,061 housing units at an average density of 592.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 90.3% White, 0.9% African American, 0.3% Native American, 1.0% Asian, 5.2% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 14.2% of the population.

There were 2,798 households, of which 38.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.4% were married couples living together, 13.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.7% were non-families. 26.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 3.10.

The median age in the city was 35.4 years. 28.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.6% were from 25 to 44; 24.5% were from 45 to 64; and 13.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.9% male and 52.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 7,091 people, 2,706 households, and 1,875 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,437.6 PD/sqmi. There were 2,851 housing units at an average density of 578.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.77% White, 0.55% African American, 0.37% Native American, 0.82% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 4.02% from other races, and 1.47% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.79% of the population.

There were 2,706 households, out of which 37.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.0% were married couples living together, 12.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.7% were non-families. 26.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 3.13.

In the city the population was spread out, with 29.1% under the age of 18, 9.1% from 18 to 24, 28.8% from 25 to 44, 20.5% from 45 to 64, and 12.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $39,591, and the median income for a family was $48,981. Males had a median income of $32,645 versus $24,042 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,491. About 3.9% of families and 5.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.5% of those under age 18 and 1.7% of those age 65 or over.

Parks and attractions

 * Biddle Park, opened in 2009, is a 52-acre sports complex and park that consists of 8 baseball/softball fields, 3 T-ball fields, batting cages, 3 basketball courts, 3 sand volleyball courts, a football field, and 9 soccer pitches. The park will add 4 more baseball/softball fields before being completed. Biddle Park hosts many events each summer, city league youth sports, multi state baseball and softball tournaments, NWOAL league tournaments, and the city's Fourth of July Fireworks display. The park is named after Dorothy Biddle, who donated 1.7 million dollars to the building of the park in 2003.
 * City of Wauseon Pool, opened in 2018, consists of two diving boards, two large slides, along with a zero depth entry which include tumble buckets and a few drop for the littles.
 * Fulton County Fair, including the Fulton County 9/11 Memorial
 * Midwest Geobash, annual geocaching event is held in July at the Fulton County Fairgrounds.
 * Wabash Cannonball Trail, features 4 miles of paved trail in the city of Wauseon
 * AMCA National Motorcycle Meet, one of the largest antique motorcycle swap meets and judging events in the United States.
 * Sterlena the Cow, a 14 foot tall fiberglass cow that once served as the mascot for Sterling's Dairy before the company went out of business. Sterlena now resides at the Fulton County Fairgrounds.

Education
Wauseon Exempted Village School District operates four schools within the city: a primary school, elementary school, middle school, and Wauseon High School.

Wauseon Public Library was originally funded by tycoon and entrepreneur Andrew Carnegie in 1906. In 2005, the library loaned more than 238,000 items to its 20,000 cardholders. Total holdings in 2005 were over 91,000 volumes with over 210 periodical subscriptions. From 2016 to 2017 the library underwent a major renovation, fixing the crumbling foundation of the library building. The library temporarily moved out to the former location of Bill's Lockeroom on Shoop Avenue until mid April 2017 before moving back in to the original library building on Elm Street.

Media
The community is served by the Fulton County Expositor, an AIM Media Midwest newspaper. INTV-Channel 5 is the local television station

Medical care
Fulton County Health Center is a rural critical access hospital that includes an emergency department with a heliport for medical evacuation.

Notable people

 * James A. Boucher, former US Representative of Albany County, Wyoming
 * James Massey, academic and information theorist
 * Richard Mourdock, former Republican state treasurer of Indiana
 * Barney Oldfield, racecar driver
 * Jean Paul Slusser, painter, designer, art critic, professor, and director of the University of Michigan Museum of Art
 * Stephen Stahl, psychiatrist, psychopharmacologist
 * Rick Volk, member of the Baltimore Colts' Super Bowl III and V championship teams
 * Marjorie M. Whiteman, International law expert and member of the Ohio Women's Hall of Fame

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Centerville, Gallia County, Ohio

Centerville, also known as Thurman, is a village in western Gallia County, Ohio, United States. The village lies adjacent to the Gallia - Jackson county line. It is located adjacent to U.S. Route 35 at the eastern terminus of State Route 279.

It is part of the rural Point Pleasant micropolitan area. The population was 87 at the 2020 census.

Name
Although the village is officially named "Centerville," it is also commonly known as "Thurman" — the name that the Board on Geographic Names ruled in favor of using to refer to the community — and as "Ridgeway." Its official name has also been spelled "Centreville."

History
Centerville was platted in 1835. The community originally was settled chiefly by Welsh immigrants.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.10 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 103 people, 43 households, and 31 families living in the village. The population density was 1030.0 PD/sqmi. There were 52 housing units at an average density of 520.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.1% White, 1.0% African American, and 1.0% from two or more races.

There were 43 households, of which 18.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.5% were married couples living together, 7.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 11.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.9% were non-families. 25.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.40 and the average family size was 2.87.

The median age in the village was 44.3 years. 12.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 12.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 28.2% were from 25 to 44; 24.4% were from 45 to 64; and 22.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 52.4% male and 47.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 134 people, 50 households, and 40 families living in the village. The population density was 1,350.8 PD/sqmi. There were 52 housing units at an average density of 524.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 96.27% White, 0.75% African American, and 2.99% from two or more races.

There were 50 households, out of which 40.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.0% were married couples living together, 6.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.0% were non-families. 16.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.68 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 27.6% under the age of 18, 9.7% from 18 to 24, 21.6% from 25 to 44, 26.9% from 45 to 64, and 14.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females there were 103.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.0 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $35,625, and the median income for a family was $35,938. Males had a median income of $36,250 versus $20,833 for females. The per capita income for the village was $15,169. There were 20.0% of families and 15.4% of the population living below the poverty line, including 10.9% of under eighteens and 20.0% of those over 64.

Education
Public education in the village of Centerville is provided by the Gallia County Local School District.

title: Centerville, Gallia County, Ohio


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Cheshire, Ohio

Cheshire is a village in Gallia County, Ohio, United States, along the Ohio River. The population was 123 at the 2020 census. It is part of the rural Point Pleasant micropolitan area.

History
Cheshire, Ohio, was named for the county of Cheshire in England.

Town buyout by American Electric Power
By 2000, the village was plagued by toxic sulfurous gas clouds and acid rain from the nearby coal-fired Gavin Power Plant. Residents hired lawyers requesting a buyout. The plant's owner, American Electric Power (AEP), investigated the claims and found that no long-term injuries/illnesses resulted from the cloud but decided it could use the land to expand plant property for future technologies. In 2002, AEP reached a settlement with residents that was effectively a $20 million buyout. Most of the 221 residents agreed to leave the town and absolve the company from future property or health claims, while some remain through either deals with the company or refusal to sell their property. The company announced plans to demolish the existing structures and construct a dock facility for coal barges, but has not yet begun work on constructing them.

In 2004, the remaining villagers of Cheshire and residents of the surrounding area took steps to expand the village limits by annexing properties within about a mile north and west of the previous village limits.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.78 sqmi, of which 0.77 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 132 people, 67 households, and 36 families living in the village. The population density was 171.4 PD/sqmi. There were 76 housing units at an average density of 98.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 96.2% White, 0.8% African American, 2.3% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.5% of the population.

There were 67 households, of which 17.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.8% were married couples living together, 4.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 46.3% were non-families. 41.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.97 and the average family size was 2.67.

The median age in the village was 52 years. 15.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 16.6% were from 25 to 44; 37.1% were from 45 to 64; and 24.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 53.0% male and 47.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 221 people, 93 households, and 59 families living in the village. The population density was 1,201.2 PD/sqmi. There were 110 housing units at an average density of 597.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.19% White, 1.36% African American and 0.45% Native American.

There were 93 households, out of which 29.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.8% were married couples living together, 6.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.5% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 3.05.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 25.8% under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 25.8% from 25 to 44, 24.0% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.2 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $30,179, and the median income for a family was $31,786. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $21,667 for females. The per capita income for the village was $13,926. About 11.4% of families and 12.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 23.8% of those under the age of 18 and none of those 65 or over.

Education
Public education in the village of Cheshire is provided by the Gallia County Local School District.

Notable people

 * Frank Cremeans, U.S. Representative from Ohio
 * Emma Rowena (Caldwell) Gatewood, known as "Grandma Gatewood", first woman to solo thru-hike the Appalachian Trail
 * Harvey V. Higley, businessman
 * Wendell Holmes (actor), American actor

title: Cheshire, Ohio


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Crown City, Ohio

Crown City is a village in Gallia County, Ohio, United States, along the Ohio River. The population was 424 at the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 1.20 sqmi, of which 1.16 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 413 people, 176 households, and 129 families living in the village. The population density was 356.0 PD/sqmi. There were 200 housing units at an average density of 172.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.8% White, 1.0% Asian, and 0.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.5% of the population.

There were 176 households, of which 30.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.7% were married couples living together, 13.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 26.7% were non-families. 22.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.73.

The median age in the village was 42.6 years. 19.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.4% were from 25 to 44; 27.5% were from 45 to 64; and 18.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 47.5% male and 52.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 411 people, 165 households, and 125 families living in the village. The population density was 375.7 PD/sqmi. There were 194 housing units at an average density of 177.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.81% White, 0.24% African American, 0.24% from other races, and 1.70% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.22% of the population.

There were 165 households, out of which 33.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.6% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.2% were non-families. 19.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.49 and the average family size was 2.85.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 24.1% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 29.2% from 25 to 44, 22.9% from 45 to 64, and 16.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.5 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $25,909, and the median income for a family was $35,000. Males had a median income of $33,750 versus $16,538 for females. The per capita income for the village was $17,553. About 13.6% of families and 20.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 31.3% of those under age 18 and 5.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education in the village of Crown City is provided by the Fairland Local School District.

The village is part of the Rio Grande Community College district.

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Gallipolis, Ohio

Gallipolis is a chartered village in and the county seat of Gallia County, Ohio, United States. The municipality is located in Southeast Ohio along the Ohio River about 55 mi southeast of Chillicothe and 44 mi northwest of Charleston, West Virginia. The population was 3,313 at the 2020 census. Gallipolis is the second-largest community in the rural Point Pleasant micropolitan area, which includes all of Gallia County, Ohio, and Mason County, West Virginia.

History
Gallipolis was first settled by Europeans in 1790: "The French 500" were a group of French aristocrats, merchants, and artisans who were fleeing the violence and disruption of the French Revolution. They were led by Count Jean-Joseph de Barth, an Alsatian member of the French National Assembly. It was the second city to be founded in the newly organized Northwest Territory of the United States. It is known as "The Old French City" because of this beginning. This was a time of rampant land speculation in the Northwest Territory, recently opened for settlement after it was organized following the Northwest Indian Wars. The French had worked with the Scioto Company, a purported land development company registered in Paris in 1789, paying its agents for land along the Ohio River. They sailed to the United States on several ships, most to Alexandria, Virginia, outside Washington, DC. From there they traveled over land and by the Ohio River to reach Gallipolis. The French were city people and were taken aback by the undeveloped frontier they encountered.

When they arrived at the Gallipolis area, they learned their deeds of land were worthless. The Scioto Company did not own the land, for which the Ohio Company had an option for development. They survived somehow, building cabins close together in what is now City Park, with a defensive palisade and bastions. In 1795, President George Washington's administration granted the settlers free land in the French Grant in southwest present-day Scioto County, Ohio. Under the terms of this grant, settlers had to live on the land for 5 years and show cultivation to become owners. Settlers who chose to stay in Gallipolis had to pay again for their plots, this time to the Ohio Company. Most either sold their land in the French Grant or arranged to have tenants farm it.

The name Gallipolis is a construct of the Greek or Latin prefix "Galli-" and the Greek suffix "-polis", meaning "city of the French". A US post office called Gallipolis began operating there in 1794.

On November 30, 1893, the state-run Asylum for Epileptics and Epileptic Insane opened. Later it would become the Gallipolis Developmental Center, which is still operational today serving 52 patients with developmental disabilities in the Appalachian Ohio region.

On December 15, 1967, the Silver Bridge, connecting Gallipolis to Point Pleasant, West Virginia, across the Ohio River, collapsed under the weight of rush-hour traffic, resulting in the deaths of 46 people. It had been built in 1928, and analysis showed that the bridge was carrying much heavier loads than it had originally been designed for and had been poorly maintained. It was replaced by the Silver Memorial Bridge, completed in 1969. When the population dropped below 5,000, Gallipolis lost its city status and was classified as a village under state law. It continues to operate its government under its existing city charter.

Geography
Gallipolis is located along the Ohio River in the Appalachia region.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 3.83 sqmi, of which 3.60 sqmi is land and 0.23 sqmi is water. Gallipolis is located in the unglaciated hills of southeastern Ohio.

Climate
Gallipolis, like most of the state of Ohio, has a humid continental climate (Köppen Dfa) transitioning into the neighboring subtropical climate. The village experiences four distinct seasons, with hot, muggy summers, and cold, dry winters. The village is part of USDA Hardiness zone 6b. October is the driest month, with an average of 2.86 in of precipitation.

Winters are cold, with an average January temperature of 34.3 F. Snowfall is generally very light, with a mean average snowfall of 10.9 in. The village does not experience lake-effect snow, although the village's weather can be influenced by the Great Lakes and regional topography. On average, there are 109 nights per year when the temperature drops to or below freezing, and only 14 days when the temperature fails to rise above freezing. Summers are hot and humid, with an average July temperature of 78.6 F. There are an average of 39 days per year with highs at or above 90 F.

Precipitation is generally heavier from the late spring to early summer (May through July), and on average Gallipolis receives 40.3 in of precipitation annually; historically, annual precipitation has ranged from 27.28 in in 1987 to 53.91 in in 2004. Like many places in the Midwest, Gallipolis is subject to severe weather. During the spring and summer, severe thunderstorms may be accompanied by lightning, hail, flooding and tornadoes. Perhaps the most notable tornado event was the 1968 Wheelersburg tornado outbreak.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 3,641 people, 1,576 households, and 854 families residing in the village. The population density was 1011.4 PD/sqmi. There were 1,869 housing units at an average density of 519.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 89.7% White, 5.1% African American, 0.6% Native American, 1.1% Asian, 0.5% from other races, and 3.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.

There were 1,576 households, of which 24.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 33.9% were married couples living together, 15.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 45.8% were non-families. 39.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.14 and the average family size was 2.81.

The median age in the village was 44.6 years. 18.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.6% were from 25 to 44; 28.7% were from 45 to 64; and 20.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 48.3% male and 51.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 4,180 people, 1,847 households, and 1,004 families residing in the village. The population density was 1,156.2 PD/sqmi. There were 2,056 housing units at an average density of 568.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 90.57% White, 6.44% African American, 0.43% Native American, 0.77% Asian, 0.19% from other races, and 1.60% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.57% of the population.

There were 1,847 households, out of which 23.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.8% were married couples living together, 13.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 45.6% were non-families. 41.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.11 and the average family size was 2.87.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 20.1% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 21.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.9 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $25,846, and the median income for a family was $36,477. Males had a median income of $30,032 versus $22,473 for females. The per capita income for the village was $16,728. About 13.6% of families and 21.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 27.3% of those under age 18 and 15.1% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
Gallipolis is the hometown of Bob Evans, founder of Bob Evans Restaurants. The first restaurant was located in nearby Rio Grande, Ohio.

Other major employers in Gallipolis/Gallia County include: American Electric Power (General James M. Gavin Plant), Ohio Valley Electric Company (Kyger Creek Power Plant), Holzer Healthcare System, University of Rio Grande, and Gallipolis City Schools.

Parks and recreation
Gallipolis City Park is located centrally in the city and is the site of original settlement by 18th-century French refugees. Cassius M. Canaday Memorial Playground is in the village's east end. Sports facilities include Memorial Field and Cliffside Golf Club. The waterworks facility on Chestnut Street also has green space and some ballfields. The park is known for "Gallipolis in Lights," a Christmas light display that has received national recognition.

Haskins Memorial Park is contiguous with the golf club. The Elizabeth L. Evans Waterfowl and Bird Sanctuary are adjacent to Memorial Field, which also features a skate park. The Texas Road Wildlife Area is located close by.

The village owns and operates the Pine Street and Mound Hill cemeteries. Mound Hill Park has picnic tables and is adjacent to the cemetery; both have a long view over the Ohio River, the village of Gallipolis, and the opposite shore. At least two persons of the founding French 500 are said to have been buried in Mound Hill cemetery. It was officially established in 1880 but had been used for burials before that.

Transportation
U.S. Route 35 traverses the community, and provides a link to West Virginia across the Ohio River. State routes include Ohio State Route 7, State Route 141, State Route 160, and State Route 588. Gallipolis is served by the Gallia-Meigs Regional Airport.

Education
There are four schools within the village. The public schools in the city limits are Gallia Academy Middle School and Washington Elementary, both of which belong to the Gallipolis City Schools. The public school district also controls Gallia Academy High School, Green Elementary and Rio Grande Elementary, which are located outside the village limits.

The noted scientist Edward Alexander Bouchet, the first African American to earn a doctorate from an American university, served as principal of the village's Lincoln High School from 1908 to 1913. Educator and amateur mycologist Miron Elisha Hard served as principal from 1873 to 1875.

On November 8, 2005, a bond issue was passed, allowing for both the construction of a new high school and the renovation of the three public elementary schools. The new Gallia Academy High School, which was completed in the summer of 2009, is located at 2855 Centenary Road, a few miles outside the village limits.

In addition there is a private school: Ohio Valley Christian School, which includes both elementary and secondary grades.

The village is served by the Dr. Samuel L. Bossard Memorial Library, the county's only public lending library.

Notable people

 * James B. Aleshire, U.S. Army major general
 * Jean-Joseph de Barth, leader of the "French 500" and as such one of the municipality's founders.
 * Skip Battin, musician and former member of the Byrds, the New Riders of the Purple Sage, and the Flying Burrito Brothers
 * Richard H. Cain, minister, abolitionist and U.S. Representative of South Carolina
 * Lionel Cartwright, country music singer
 * Frank Cremeans, former U.S. Congressman
 * Madeleine Vinton Dahlgren, writer born in Gallipolis
 * Olivia A. Davidson, a future teacher and vice-principal at Tuskegee Institute, attended school here.
 * Alice S. Deletombe (1854–1929), published poet
 * Bob Evans, Bob Evans Restaurants founder, bought a small diner in Gallipolis in 1948
 * Emma Gatewood, long-distance hiker, first woman to through-hike the Appalachian Trail
 * Karl George, former NFL guard
 * Jenny Holzer, public artist
 * Brereton Jones, former Governor of Kentucky
 * Jerry Lucas, basketball player
 * Loretta Cessor Manggrum, composer
 * O. O. McIntyre, syndicated columnist
 * Geoffrey D. Miller, retired U.S. Major General
 * Minnie E. Neal (1858–1945), photographer and temperance leader
 * Dave Roberts, former Major League Baseball pitcher
 * Ryan Smith, former Speaker, Ohio House of Representatives
 * Marian Spencer, civil rights activist and former Vice-Mayor, Cincinnati,
 * Robert M. Switzer, former U.S. Congressman
 * Samuel Finley Vinton, former U.S. Congressman and Secretary of the Interior
 * Nancy L. Zimpher, former president, University of Cincinnati, chancellor of the State University of New York (SUNY)

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Rio Grande, Ohio

Rio Grande is a village in Gallia County, Ohio,  United States. The population was 724 at the 2020 census. It is part of the rural Point Pleasant micropolitan area. Although the town is named after the river in the southern United States, its name is pronounced "Rye-O Grand" rather than the traditional Spanish pronunciation.

Rio Grande is home to the University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College It is also the original location of Bob Evans Restaurants. The restaurant chain began as a single truck stop diner in Rio Grande.

History
Rio Grande was established on July 6, 1874. The name of Rio Grande was chosen to commemorate the Mexican–American War.

Despite Gallia County being named for its original French settlers, Welsh immigrants began to arrive to the area in 1818, and during the 1830s and 1840s, more than 3,000 more arrived from the parishes of Pennant, Tregaron, Llangeitho, Trefilan, Llangwyryfon, and Llanddeiniolen in Ceredigion (then known as Cardiganshire). The original settlers are referred to as the "1818 Welsh" and were responsible for writing home and convincing others to come to Gallia and Jackson counties. Rio Grande's Welsh heritage is reflected in their village flag, which is identical to the Flag of Wales, with the name and establishment year included.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 1.37 sqmi, of which 1.36 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

Rio Grande is located very close to Raccoon Creek, a tributary of the Ohio River.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 830 people, 223 households, and 142 families residing in the village. The population density was 610.3 PD/sqmi. There were 292 housing units at an average density of 214.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 87.2% White, 8.8% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 0.7% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.

There were 223 households, of which 38.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.0% were married couples living together, 18.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.3% were non-families. 27.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.80.

The median age in the village was 21.9 years. 16% of residents were under the age of 18; 47% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 17% were from 25 to 44; 12.6% were from 45 to 64; and 7.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 50.4% male and 49.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 915 people, 232 households, and 145 families residing in the village. The population density was 764.1 PD/sqmi. There were 277 housing units at an average density of 231.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 90.82% White, 4.04% African American, 1.09% Native American, 2.08% Asian, 0.22% from other races, and 1.75% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.87% of the population.

There were 232 households, out of which 35.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 35.8% were married couples living together, 22.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.5% were non-families. 26.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.31 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 15.8% under the age of 18, 53.3% from 18 to 24, 15.6% from 25 to 44, 10.8% from 45 to 64, and 4.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 21 years. For every 100 females there were 97.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.4 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $16,932, and the median income for a family was $29,167. Males had a median income of $25,139 versus $24,583 for females. The per capita income for the village was $10,822. About 32.6% of families and 35.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 40.9% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

Economy
The first Bob Evans restaurant was located in Rio Grande. The Bob Evans Farm is also located in Rio Grande. The original restaurant was replaced in the early 21st century by a new building. The farm has become a tourist attraction, featuring a picturesque windmill in a vast field, tours, and the annual Bob Evans Farm Festival. This event, held on an October weekend, attracts several thousand visitors.

Education
Public education in the village of Rio Grande is provided by the Gallipolis City School District. Campuses serving the village include Rio Grande Elementary School, Gallia Academy Middle School, and Gallia Academy High School.

The University of Rio Grande is a private not-for-profit center of tertiary education.

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Vinton, Ohio

Vinton is a village in Gallia County, Ohio, United States. The population was 224 at the 2020 census. It is part of the rural Point Pleasant micropolitan area.

History
Vinton was platted in 1832. A post office called Vinton has been in operation since 1834.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 1.21 sqmi, of which 1.18 sqmi is land and 0.03 sqmi is water.

Vinton is located on Raccoon Creek, a tributary of the Ohio River.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 222 people, 95 households, and 65 families living in the village. The population density was 188.1 PD/sqmi. There were 125 housing units at an average density of 105.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 99.1% White and 0.9% African American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.5% of the population.

There were 95 households, of which 24.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.9% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 1.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.6% were non-families. 30.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 2.89.

The median age in the village was 46.7 years. 20.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.8% were from 25 to 44; 35.6% were from 45 to 64; and 16.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 47.3% male and 52.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 324 people, 123 households, and 91 families living in the village. The population density was 290.5 PD/sqmi. There were 143 housing units at an average density of 128.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.84% White, 0.62% African American, 0.31% Asian, 1.23% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.31% of the population.

There were 123 households, out of which 35.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.8% were married couples living together, 10.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.0% were non-families. 22.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.63 and the average family size was 3.11.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 26.9% under the age of 18, 8.6% from 18 to 24, 25.9% from 25 to 44, 25.0% from 45 to 64, and 13.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females there were 100.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.5 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $25,417, and the median income for a family was $33,250. Males had a median income of $37,250 versus $20,833 for females. The per capita income for the village was $13,836. About 17.9% of families and 16.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.0% of those under age 18 and 20.5% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education in the village of Vinton is provided by the Gallia County Local School District.

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Aquilla, Ohio

Aquilla is a village in Geauga County, Ohio, United States. The population was 305 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Cleveland metropolitan area.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.15 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 340 people, 128 households, and 97 families living in the village. The population density was 2266.7 PD/sqmi. There were 150 housing units at an average density of 1000.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.9% White, 0.3% Asian, and 1.8% from two or more races.

There were 128 households, of which 37.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.4% were married couples living together, 17.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 10.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 24.2% were non-families. 19.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.66 and the average family size was 2.98.

The median age in the village was 39.3 years. 28.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.9% were from 25 to 44; 30.6% were from 45 to 64; and 9.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 49.4% male and 50.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 372 people, 138 households, and 98 families living in the village. The population density was 2,658.4 PD/sqmi. There were 146 housing units at an average density of 1,043.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.39% White, 0.27% African American, 0.81% Asian, and 0.54% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.27% of the population.

There were 138 households, out of which 38.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.9% were married couples living together, 17.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.3% were non-families. 23.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.70 and the average family size was 3.18.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 27.7% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 36.6% from 25 to 44, 21.8% from 45 to 64, and 8.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females there were 83.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.8 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $48,750, and the median income for a family was $50,750. Males had a median income of $29,643 versus $19,583 for females. The per capita income for the village was $16,256. None of the families and 1.6% of the population were living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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Bainbridge Township, Ohio

Bainbridge Township is one of the sixteen townships of Geauga County, Ohio, United States and is a suburb of Cleveland. As of the 2020 census the population was 12,893.

Geography
Located in the southwestern corner of the county, it borders the following townships and cities:
 * Russell Township – north
 * South Russell – northwest
 * Newbury Township – northeast corner
 * Auburn Township – east
 * Mantua Township, Portage County – southeast corner
 * Aurora – south
 * Reminderville – southwest corner
 * Solon – west
 * Chagrin Falls – northwest, south of Bentleyville
 * Bentleyville – northwest, north of Chagrin Falls

The township covers a total area of 25 sqmi.

No municipalities are located in Bainbridge Township, although the census-designated place of Bainbridge is located in the center of the township.

Name and history
Named for Commodore William Bainbridge, it is the only Bainbridge Township statewide. The village of Bainbridge, Ohio, is located in Ross County, in Southern Ohio.

The first residents of Bainbridge were the McConougheys, who came from Blandford, Massachusetts. Many other settlers followed. In 1817, Bainbridge Township was established. The first housing subdivision, Lake Lucerne, opened in 1922. It is still one of the largest in Bainbridge.

The Geauga County Public Library opened a branch in Bainbridge in 1965. Initially located in a small storefront, the Bainbridge Library was expanded considerably upon moving to a new building.

Government
The township is governed by a three-member board of trustees, who are elected in November of odd-numbered years to a four-year term beginning on the following January 1. Two are elected in the year after the presidential election and one is elected in the year before it. There is also an elected township fiscal officer, who serves a four-year term beginning on April 1 of the year after the election, which is held in November of the year before the presidential election. Vacancies in the fiscal officership or on the board of trustees are filled by the remaining trustees.

Community fundraising
Community members have raised funds to support a variety of community activities over the years. Among them are two annual events managed by The Bainbridge Men's Civic Club: The Taste of Bainbridge and the Ox Roast. The Taste of Bainbridge began in 1997; the first Ox Roast took place in 2012. For the Taste of Bainbridge, participating local restaurants prepare and serve menu items that are served to diners who donate an entry fee. The Ox Roast features more activities and fewer food vendors. All proceeds from both events go to community programs such as scholarships for students and the nonprofit Bainbridge Area Food for Friends. The Ox Roast is held at Centerville Mills Park, a former YMCA camp now owned by the township.

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Burton, Ohio

Burton is a village in Geauga County, Ohio, United States. The population was 1,407 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Cleveland metropolitan area. Burton is the location of Century Village, run by the Geauga Historical Society. The museum village is composed of 19th-century buildings moved there from other locations. Many special events are held there each year, as well as at the Geauga County Fairgrounds, also in Burton.

History
Burton was founded in 1798 and is Geauga County's oldest settlement. Like many other early settlements in the Connecticut Western Reserve, Burton has a town square patterned after the village greens of New England.

In 1972, an incident in Burton lead to a U.S. Supreme Court case. Hugo Zacchini performed a human cannonball act at Burton's annual Geauga County Fair, and WEWS-TV recorded and aired the entire act against his wishes and without compensating him, as was required by Ohio law. In Zacchini v. Scripps-Howard Broadcasting Co., the high court ruled in 1977 that the First Amendment did not shield the broadcaster from liability from common law copyright claims.

A historical marker is placed at 41° 28.25′ N, 81° 8.692′ W indicating the location for the first telephone station in the state of Ohio (1877).

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 1.05 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,452 people, 581 households, and 362 families living in the village. The population density was 1385.7 PD/sqmi. There were 640 housing units at an average density of 609.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.2% White, 1.2% African American, 0.1% Native American, 0.8% Asian, 0.3% from other races, and 0.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.

There were 581 households, of which 29.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.4% were married couples living together, 12.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 37.7% were non-families. 31.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.92.

The median age in the village was 42.8 years. 21.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.2% were from 25 to 44; 26.1% were from 45 to 64; and 21.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 48.4% male and 51.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,450 people, 585 households, and 373 families living in the village. The population density was 1,308.1 PD/sqmi. There were 610 housing units at an average density of 550.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.45% White, 0.69% African American, 0.21% Asian, 0.07% Pacific Islander, 0.14% from other races, and 1.45% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.90% of the population.

There were 585 households, out of which 32.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.1% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.1% were non-families. 32.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 23.3% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 29.5% from 25 to 44, 21.7% from 45 to 64, and 17.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females there were 88.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.6 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $41,830, and the median income for a family was $51,250. Males had a median income of $35,417 versus $24,519 for females. The per capita income for the village was $19,516. About 5.4% of families and 7.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.4% of those under age 18 and 5.5% of those age 65 or over.

State highways

 * [[Image:OH-87.svg|20px]], Ohio State Route 87 traverses the village and encircles the town square.
 * [[Image:OH-168.svg|20px]] [[Image:OH-700.svg|20px]], Ohio State Routes 168 and 700 become concurrent just south of the village and terminate at the junction of Ohio State Route 87 at the southern end of the town square.

Education
Local elementary and secondary public education is provided by the Berkshire Local School District, which also serves the surrounding communities of Burton Township, Claridon Township and Troy Township. The school district's one high school, Berkshire High School, is located just north of Burton's town square. The district's only elementary school is located in Burton. The Claridon Elementary School was closed in 2005, and the Troy Elementary School was closed in 2009.

Notable people

 * Emily Pomona Edson Briggs, 19th-century journalist
 * Marion Howard Dunham, teacher, activist, suffragist
 * Henry Lawrence Hitchcock, sixth President of Case Western Reserve University
 * Harry Smith, professional ten-pin bowler

title: Burton, Ohio