Beavercreek Declares Beaver Its Official Symbol | Dayton News

Dayton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 11, 2026 · 1m

Beavercreek City Council unanimously declared the beaver their official historic symbol in a bold move that turned into a viral moment after a local store, Beaver’s Mini Mart, faced a trademark lawsuit from Buc-ee’s. The council, including Superintendent bringing mascot Bucky the Beaver to the meeting, rallied behind the animal as a symbol of hard work, grit, and community pride — deeply rooted in local history. Councilor Glen Duerr emphasized how the beaver is woven into the town’s identity, making this vote not just about branding but about protecting a cherished heritage against corporate…