Briefs: New spec building in Galion, Haring Realty opening Bucyrus office

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Local officials cut ribbon on Galion Spec Building

GALION − State and local officials gathered July 26 celebrate the new 50,000-square-foot speculative industrial building developed by JBS Development in the Galion Industrial Park. The pre-engineered metal building is expandable to more than 100,000 square feet, will be complete within the next 30 days, and is available for lease now.

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held to celebrate a new 50,000 square foot facility in the Galion Industrial Park. Taking part in the ceremony were (left to right) Kim Winkle, Melissa Frank-Elwell, Mark Rantala, Scott Ryan, Tom O’Leary, Brock Mayes, Steve Bridgford, Gary Frankhouse, Riordan McClain, David Zak, Larry Schmidt, Lu Cooke, Doug Weisenauer and Tim Ley.

The ribbon cutting was hosted by the Galion-Crestline Chamber of Commerce and followed building tours, a continuing education seminar for realtors, expert presentations, and a networking lunch. The half-day event — branded the US 30 Expansion Expo − was co-organized by the Crawford Partnership and the Galion Port Authority.

"As a developer and construction company, our motive for this building goes beyond business — it's driven by a commitment to community service," said Steve Bridgford, JBS co-owner and vice president at J&F Construction. "We took a calculated risk to support the local economy and provide a space that fosters growth and opportunity. Offering competitively priced facilities with32-foot-high ceilings, state-of-the-art heating, and four dock doors along with a drive-in door, we aim to empower businesses with the infrastructure they need to thrive and succeed."

Galion Mayor Tom O’Leary said the event represents the culmination of nearly a decade of work.

Haring Realty to celebrate grand opening of its Bucyrus office

Haring Realty is opening a branch office in downtown Bucyrus at 116 Washington Square. A ribbon cutting and grand opening celebration at 11:30 a.m. Friday. Gift bags will also available during the Bucyrus Area Chamber First Friday that evening from 5 to 8 p.m. where you can stop by and meet a few of the agents.

“This new office will help us serve our clients between our Fostoria Office and our office in Mansfield” said Melissa Viers, associate broker and Realtor with Haring Realty. “I live in Crawford County and will work out of this branch throughout the week along with other agents who serve Crawford County.”

Haring Realty broker and owner Peter Haring has been planning a regional office in Crawford County for several months.

“We are continuing to grow and the Bucyrus office will complement our already established offices.” Haring said. “We are excited about the growth opportunities in Crawford County and Bucyrus. With everything that has been happening in Bucyrus lately, it’s the right time to expand here.”

Haring Realty was founded in 1983 and now has five offices to serve north central Ohio and northwest Ohio.

Upcoming meeting:

● Buckeye Central Board of Education, 7 p.m., Aug. 10, administrative office conference room, Buckeye Central Local School, 938 South Kibler St., New Washington

This article originally appeared on Mansfield News Journal: Galion spec building ribbon cutting, Haring Realty now in Bucyrus