🎄🎅 If there's one thing we've learned in Bellefontaine this year, it's that WE KNOW HOW TO DO A PARADE!

We've had so many reasons to celebrate and line the streets with hometown pride this year, so why not finish the year with the biggest and best one yet?!

THE HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS PARADE! 🎄✨

The DBP is calling on our local businesses, organizations, schools, churches, clubs, families, and friend groups to join the fun and enter a float!

Whether you go all out with a spectacular display or keep it simple and fun, we want YOU to be part of making this year's parade one to remember.

📣 Don't wait! Float registration deadline is November 18th!

Let's show everyone what makes Bellefontaine such a special place to call home. ❤️

👉 Register your float here:
https://forms.gle/GeBtGfLUAKoHLMHH7

Let's make some Christmas memories, Bellefontaine! 🎅🎄

about 2 hours ago, City of Bellefontaine
Red sleigh with snowflakes on a white background. Text reads "Hometown Christmas Parade Registration Deadline November 18th."
FRIENDLY REMINDER: Beginning tomorrow, November 2nd, 2026 at 7:00 am through 5:00 pm on Wednesday, November 4th vehicular traffic near the intersection of State Route 47 and County Road 32 will be impacted. During the course of this work County Road 32 will be reduced to one lane south of the State Route 47/County Road 32 intersection. USI Cable Corp will be boring internet fiber through the intersection and along County Road 32. Please be cautious while driving this area and please slow down.
1 day ago, City of Bellefontaine
A yellow sticky note with black text that reads "Don't Forget!" on a white background.
🍂 Bellefontaine, it’s time to turn back the clocks! ⏰

🕑 Daylight Saving Time ends tomorrow, Sunday, November 1, 2026!

Before heading to bed tonight, remember to set your clocks BACK ONE HOUR!
2 days ago, City of Bellefontaine
Clock showing time 10:50 with autumn leaves around it. Text above reads 'Daylight Savings Time Fall Back!'
ROAD OPEN – HILLCREST DRIVE The 500 block of Hillcrest Drive in Bellefontaine has reopened to traffic following a water service repair. Thank you for your patience and cooperation while our Water Department crews completed the work.
3 days ago, Bellefontaine Water Department
open
ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE The 500 block of Hillcrest Drive is currently closed to traffic due to a water service repair. Crews are working to complete the necessary repairs and reopen the roadway as soon as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding while this work is being completed.
3 days ago, Bellefontaine Water Department
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🎃 TOMORROW IS THE DAY! 👻


Trick or Treating is from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.

Children and families will be out in our neighborhoods enjoying candy, costumes, and trick-or-treating fun. Let’s all do our part to keep everyone safe!

Slow down, stay alert, and plan for extra traffic, delays, and Halloween fun!

🚗 DRIVERS:
• Slow down and stay alert, especially in residential neighborhoods.
• Avoid distractions and keep your eyes on the road.
• Watch for children crossing streets and entering roadways.
• LOOK TWICE!

🎃 PARENTS & TRICK-OR-TREATERS:
• Use sidewalks and crosswalks whenever possible.
• Look both ways before crossing the street.
• Stay visible, stay alert, watch for traffic, and help little ones cross safely.

👻LET’S MAKE THIS A FUN AND SAFE HALLOWEEN FOR EVERYONE!🎃

3 days ago, City of Bellefontaine
Person in Halloween costume carrying orange bucket walking on sidewalk. Leaves on ground. Safety sign with text.
Notice of Upcoming Event Road Closures:
Please be advised that the following road(s) will be closed for the Annual Chillicothe Block Party Event on Saturday October 31, 2026 from 5pm- 10pm:
E. Chillicothe from 208 to S. Park.
3 days ago, City of Bellefontaine
Road closure sign stating "Upcoming Road Closures" and "Annual Chillicothe Block Party" with details about the event.
Aerial view of a neighborhood with numerous buildings, roads, and parking lots, outlined in blue lines.
Update: The purified water dispenser located at 1515 S. Main has been repaired and back open for use. Thank you again for your patience while parts were ordered and repairs made.
4 days ago, City of Bellefontaine
A white wall with a yellow sticker reading "FIXED" covers a water dispenser with a blue label.
IMMEDIATE NEWS RELEASE
IMPACTS TO TRAFFIC:
Beginning at 7:00 am on Monday, November 2nd, 2026 through 5:00 pm on Wednesday, November 4th vehicular traffic near the intersection of State Route 47 and County Road 32 will be impacted. During the course of this work County Road 32 will be reduced to one lane south of the State Route 47/County Road 32 intersection. USI Cable Corp will be boring internet fiber through the intersection and along County Road 32. Please be cautious while driving this area and please slow down.

James F. Bischoff, P.E.
City Engineer
C: City Engineer New Release
6 days ago, City of Bellefontaine
A yellow poster with black text reads "Immediate News Release" and "Impacts to Traffic." Below the text, there is a logo.
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ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE Ingalls Avenue is currently closed between South Main Street and South Detroit Street due to a water service line repair. Please use an alternate route while crews complete the necessary repairs. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
6 days ago, Bellefontaine Water Department
closed
UPDATE: Omaha Road between Miami Ave and Dakota Road is now open to traffic. Thank you for your patience and understanding while crews completed the repairs.
7 days ago, City of Bellefontaine
A yellow diamond-shaped sign with black letters stating "ROAD OPEN" against a blue sky background.
Notice of Road Closure: Omaha from Miami to Dakota is closed due to a water main break. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
7 days ago, City of Bellefontaine
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING:
City Council will meet at 7:30 PM on October 27, 2026 in Council Chambers located on the second floor at 135 N. Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311. The complete text of each ordinance or resolution may be found or viewed on our website https://www.ci.bellefontaine.oh.us/o/cob/page/meeting-notices or at the office of the Clerk at 135 N. Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311.
7 days ago, City of Bellefontaine
Empty room with long tables and chairs. City Council Meeting, 7:30pm on October 27. Meetings open to public.
NOTICE: CHANGE IN RESIDENTIAL REFUSE AND RECYCLING COLLECTION DAY

Please be advised that residential refuse and recycling collection provided by Republic Services for residents of Ludlow Ridge (currently just Sherwood Loop) will be changing from Fridays to Mondays.

The next scheduled collection following today will be Monday, November 2, 2026.

Please plan accordingly for this change in service. Thank you for your cooperation.
10 days ago, City of Bellefontaine
Notice with red border. Garbage truck with "Ludlow Ridge Refuse & Recycling Collection Day Change."
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING:
City of Bellefontaine Board of Zoning Appeals will meet at 5:00 PM on November 3, 2026 in Council Chambers located on the second floor at 135 N. Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311.
The official Public Notice may be found or viewed on our website at https://www.ci.bellefontaine.oh.us/o/cob/page/meeting-notices or at the office of the Clerk at 135 N. Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311.
Applications, forms, maps, description and other pertinent information are on file in the Office of the City Engineer.
10 days ago, City of Bellefontaine
Meeting room with chairs, tables, and a flag. Calendar showing November 3. Clock shows 5:00 PM.
ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE Troy Road North is closed between West Williams Street and Garfield Avenue for a water service line repair. Please use an alternate route and exercise caution in the area. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
11 days ago, Bellefontaine Water Department
closed
NOTICE: TORNADO SIREN MAINTENANCE & REPAIR

Please be advised that maintenance and repair work on a tornado siren is scheduled for today, October 14, at approximately 10:00 a.m.

During this time, the siren may sound intermittently. If the siren sounds during this scheduled maintenance, please do not be alarmed. The sound may be part of the testing and repair process.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to ensure the continued reliability of our emergency warning system.

Thank you for your cooperation.
19 days ago, City of Bellefontaine
A blue background with text reading "Attention Tornado Siren Maintenance/Repair" above a white loudspeaker.
Greenwood Street between Pine Avenue and Lake is now open to traffic. The water service line repair has been completed, and the roadway has reopened. Thank you for your patience and cooperation while crews completed the repairs!
20 days ago, Bellefontaine Water Department
open
ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE:

Greenwood St. between Pine Ave. and Lake is temporarily closed for a water service line repair. Please avoid this area if possible. The road is expected to reopen later this afternoon once repairs are complete.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!
20 days ago, CITY OF BELLEFONTAINE
road closed
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING:
City Council will meet at 7:30 PM on October 13, 2026 in Council Chambers located on the second floor at 135 N. Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311. The complete text of each ordinance or resolution may be found or viewed on our website https://www.ci.bellefontaine.oh.us/o/cob/page/meeting-notices or at the office of the Clerk at 135 N. Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311.
21 days ago, City of Bellefontaine
A council chamber with empty chairs. The text "City Council Meeting" is on a green background. Date: October 13, Time: 7:30 PM.