Bellepoint, Ohio facts for kids
Bellepoint is a small, unincorporated community located in Delaware County, in the state of Ohio, USA. An unincorporated community means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of a larger county.
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Discovering Bellepoint's Past
Bellepoint has a simple but interesting history. It was officially "laid out" or planned in the year 1835. This means people decided where streets and lots would go, preparing it for settlement.
How Bellepoint Got Its Name
The name "Bellepoint" comes from a local story. The community is built on a piece of land that sticks out, like a "point." People thought this land looked a bit like the shape of a bell. So, they combined "bell" with "point" to create "Bellepoint."
Bellepoint's Post Office Days
For many years, Bellepoint had its own post office, which helped people send and receive mail.
- The post office first opened in 1837, and it was called "Belle Point" (with two words).
- Later, in 1893, the name was changed to "Bellpoint" (one word).
- The post office served the community for a long time before finally closing its doors in 1907.
Life in an Unincorporated Community
Being an unincorporated community means Bellepoint doesn't have its own mayor or town council. Instead, services like roads, police, and fire protection are usually managed by Delaware County. This is common for many smaller places across the United States.
