Mayor Michelle Blanton

09/11/2026

There are certain moments in your life that you remember exactly where you were when they happened.

September 11, 2001, is one of those days for me.
I was a sophomore sitting in biology class when the announcement came over the intercom. Then the televisions came on throughout the school.

I'll be honest. At that age, I didn't really understand what the World Trade Center was. I didn't understand the magnitude of what was happening. I just knew something terrible had happened.

And that's why today matters.

Not one student standing here today has a personal memory of September 11, 2001.

For you, it's history.

For those of us who lived through it, it's a memory.

But you don't have to remember that day to remember the people.

Remember the firefighters who climbed those stairs.

The police officers and EMTs who ran toward danger.

The people who went to work that morning and never came home. And the families whose lives were changed forever.

But also remember what happened afterward.

People came together. Neighbors helped neighbors.

People lined up to give blood. Flags were everywhere.

For a little while, we remembered what we had in common.

September 11 showed us what people can do to one another.

But it also showed us what people can do for one another.

And that's what I hope you remember today.

Those firefighters didn't know what was waiting for them at the top.

They just knew somebody needed them.

And they went.

Today, we climb for those who didn't get to come home. We climb for their families. We climb to honor their courage and sacrifice.

And we climb so another generation will know their story.

We remember them.

We honor them.

And we will never forget.

God bless our first responders, our community, and the United States of America.

- My speech from today’s event. Thank you Katie Logan-Hedges, Circleville City School District, City of Circleville, The Circleville Fire Department, OhioHealth and the rest of our community partners.

CIRCLEVILLE WILL NEVER FORGET🇺🇸

09/04/2026

Did you know that Circleville has had its own television station on Spectrum for 25+ years? While media company names and tools continue to change, we are proud to provide some of the same services to residents in different ways.

Check us out on YouTube!

Hey! We’re back !
Starting our season coverage in week 3 of football with Westfall @ Circleville Tiger Stadium!
We will be live streaming on YouTube and a replay will be broadcasted on Spectrum at a later time!

See you at 7pm.

https://m.youtube.com/channel/UC8BYn-Uzk_R0tUJi_A5OXmQ?ra=m

08/15/2026

Thankful that we were able to host Movies in the Park this week despite several days of rain this week.

07/04/2026

Happy 250th! 🇺🇸

The American Creed

I believe in the United States of America as a government of the people, by the people, for the people; whose just powers are derived from the consent of the governed, a democracy in a republic, a sovereign Nation of many sovereign States; a perfect union, one and inseparable; established upon those principles of freedom, equality, justice, and humanity for which American patriots sacrificed their lives and fortunes.

I therefore believe it is my duty to my country to love it, to support its Constitution, to obey its laws, to respect its flag, and to defend it against all enemies.

–Written 1917, accepted by the United States House of Representatives on April 3, 1918.

07/02/2026

I’m disappointed and frustrated with how this played out.

We’ve been hearing from residents for a long time now, find ways to bring in revenue without putting more on taxpayers. All this while there’s a real conversation happening across Ohio about eliminating property taxes. Whether that happens or not, it’s a reminder that local governments have to be ahead of the game and prepared to adapt.

Because whether it’s a household, a business, or a city, you don’t wait until the last minute and react. You plan ahead. You diversify. You try to prepare for what’s coming, not just what’s happening today.

The administration and some members of Council did the work on this. It was researched. It was talked through. We listened. We took our time and didn’t rush it.

Too much time.

Another community made a decision, and now that revenue is going there instead of coming here.

This isn’t about where anyone personally stands on cannabis. People will disagree on that. This is a legal, taxable industry, and the tax is paid only by those who choose to participate. Those dollars could have stayed here to support our local government.

Now there will be a dispensary in the township immediately surrounding the city. My hope is that we realize we can’t keep watching opportunities leave and expect different results.

CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — The City of Circleville has officially lost a high-stakes race for retail cannabis revenue. Following years of City Council gridlock and extended moratoriums, medical and recreational cannabis operator Pure Ohio Wellness, LLC has bypassed city limits entirely, securing a perma

06/14/2026

Today, we celebrate Flag Day and the adoption of the Stars and Stripes in 1777.

As we prepare to mark America's 250th birthday, our flag reminds us of where we've been, what we’ve overcome, and the freedoms that make our country so special.

Take a moment today to reflect on the values that bring us together and the pride we share in being Americans. It’s so easy to focus on the things that divide us and lose sight of how blessed we look to others around the world.

🇺🇸 Happy Flag Day, Circleville! 🇺🇸

06/13/2026

Movies in the Park - Zootopia Style was a success tonight in Ted Lewis Park. Thank you to everyone who came out to spend the evening with us. 🎞️🎬

How can you go wrong with a free movie, pizza, waffles, popcorn, glow in the bracelets and priceless family time?🍿🍕🧇

Thank you Hampton Inn for joining us tonight and for making waffles. They are always a hit!

Special thanks to Bojangles for sponsoring tonight’s movie, bringing yard games and swag for people to enjoy.

We hope to see everyone at the next Movie in the Park on July 10 for Out of My Mind, sponsored by Pickaway County Board of Developmental Disabilities.

06/10/2026

Come join State Representative Brian Stewart and me at Barthelmas Park tomorrow morning at 11 AM for a special announcement. 📣

06/01/2026

I wish I was making a more positive post today. As we head into the summer months, our parks, playgrounds, and public spaces should be places where families gather, children play, and neighbors enjoy everything that makes Circleville a great community. Unfortunately, I need to talk about something that continues to concern me.
Over the past several years, the City has invested significant time, effort, and taxpayer dollars into improving our parks and public facilities. These investments were made for the benefit of the entire community. Yet we continue to see vandalism, destruction of property, and damage to facilities that belong to all of us.
To be honest, it is discouraging. Every time something is damaged, city crews must spend time making repairs, and taxpayer dollars must be spent replacing what was destroyed. Those are resources that could otherwise be used to improve services, enhance our parks, or invest in other community needs. The reality is that the City does not have an unlimited budget.
That is why I am asking for your help. If you see vandalism, suspicious activity, or damage being done to public property, please say something. Contact the Circleville Police Department or the Department of Public Service. The eyes and ears of our community are one of the most effective ways to protect these spaces.
Circleville is a community that takes pride in itself. These parks and facilities belong to all of us, and it takes all of us to protect them. Together, we can ensure they remain safe, welcoming, and enjoyable for generations to come.
Thank you for your help, and thank you for caring about our community.

The Roundtown Trail was the closest park facility to me this morning. Enjoy the beauty and wonder of one of our community assests.

05/27/2026

Conversations surrounding data centers are becoming the norm in local governments, church Bible studies, and family gatherings across the country.

This past week, the Circleville Noon Rotary Club heard a presentation on data centers during its monthly focus on Economic Development.

Today, the Ohio House and Senate Select Committee on Data Centers held its first 3+ hour hearing at the Ohio Statehouse.

At the beginning, the dates, times of future committee meetings and the invited speakers were stated.

No matter where you personally stand on the development on data centers, please watch these meetings.

https://ohiochannel.org/series/ohio-house-and-senate-select-committees-on-data-centers?fbclid=IwdGRjcASEP5VleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe3oE4ItzoSq3i8v4JuN1EDauB1LqoryAA7MvvVY5kEtCIe9yv1U9DHiBsDYc_aem_kWOmf94YpI22uLf956d3Lw