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Bainbridge The community is rooted in colorful history that Featured such businesses as cheese factories, grist mills, logging operations, natural ice production and theme parks such as Sea World and Geauga Lake. At one time Bainbridge had five cheese factories turning out more than 500,000 pounds or cheese and nearly 100,000 pounds of butter annually. The area sported horse and dog racing for several decades near Pettibone and Aurora Roads until 1956, when the grandstands burned to the ground. Bainbridge had several one-room schools and later built a consolidated school for all twelve grades. The school is still used as an early learning center and is located on Chillicothe Road (Route 306) near Bainbridge Center, the site of the town hall and public safety departments. Currently, Bainbridge and Auburn Townships make up the Kenston School District, formed in 1953. Kenston is a derivation of Kent's Town, one or the original names for the area in the early 1800's. The township has experienced recent growth for Cleveland commuters, who are attracted to its semi-rural setting, as well as the hills and valleys. In 1998-99, Bainbridge received $15 million room the Paul R. Frohring estate that will be earmarked by trustees for capital projects benefiting the entire population. A portion of Mr. Frohring's property, between Chagrin and Savage Roads, was recently donated to the Geauga Park District. In 1950 the population of Bainbridge was about 3,000. In 1999, it is estimated to be 10,000. Median income is $58,000 and the township is located 20 miles from Cleveland. Written by Peg Hetrick, Secretary Russell Township Historical Society |
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