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Matthews receives BVHS President's Leadership Award

Business

/ Nov 05, 2026

FROM LINKEDIN__Renee Matthews, RN, administrator of Bluffton Hospital, has received Blanchard Valley Health System's President’s Leadership Award.

The healthcare organization notes, "Renée is known for her collaborative leadership style, strong problem-solving skills, and dedication to advancing care at Bluffton Hospital. She's a present and dependable leader who is willing to step in wherever she is needed.

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Dec. 4-5 Messiah performances continue holiday tradition at Bluffton and Findlay

Bluffton University

/ Nov 04, 2026

MEDIA RELEASE__Bluffton University and the University of Findlay will once again join together for the treasured holiday tradition of Handel’s "Messiah." This year’s performances will mark the 134th and 135th in Bluffton’s history, continuing a longstanding musical tradition shared by the two universities. The oratorio will be presented at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4, in Yoder Recital Hall at Bluffton University and at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, in Stewart Center at the University of Findlay.

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Nov. 6 Bluffton Schools athletics lineup, streaming

Sports

/ Nov 06, 2026

7 p.m. Varsity Football travels to Archbold for OHSAA D5 Regional football playoff game

Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Presale tickets are available at www.ohsaa.org/tickets Click on “have a passcode” then enter Bluffton to purchase student tickets.

Cash only tickets are available at the gates. $12 Adults and $5 Students.

School season tickets and Bluffton Passes/Season Passes are not accepted, reserved seats are not accepted, at OHSAA Tournaments.

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Coburn-Griffis wins Best of Show in national holiday gift guide

People

/ November 6, 2026

MEDIA RELEASE__Local artist Anne Coburn-Griffis has received the Best of Show Award in the 2026 ArtFairCalendar.com Holiday Gift Guide, a national showcase of original artwork and fine crafts created by artists who exhibit at art fairs across the country.