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Aug. 4 National Night Out in Bluffton organized by police officers, supported by community

Events

/ Aug 02, 2026

By Paula Pyzik Scott

Bluffton's 12th annual National Night Out will be celebrated at the Community Pool, 205 Snider Rd., from 6:00-9:00 p.m. As a part of the event, there will be free admission to the pool all day.

Lieutenant Matt Oglesbee, who has coordinated the event from the start, notes that the traditional hot dogs, chips, drinks, and treats will be provided for those in attendance. National Night Out is designed to be a free activity for families and an opportunity to hang out with local safety services.

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Bluffton chamber, BCE websites get a makeover

Business

/ Aug 04, 2026

New email address established for staff

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What's your experience designing with AI?

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/ Aug 02, 2026

By Paula Pyzik Scott
[email protected] / 567-400-4266

The Ada Icon and Bluffton Icon are now receiving AI-generated ads and promotional materials. If you are using these tools or considering starting, here are some of the issues you'll need to watch out for.

MISSING OR INCORRECT INFORMATION
I've received AI-generated flyers with wrong dates and missing dates. My options are to not use the flyer, crop out the errors or to create a replacement design.

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ICYMI: Bluffton Icon Highlights for July 2026

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/ August 4, 2026

By Paula Pyzik Scott

These print highlights include 25 of our 142 new items posted during July 2026. Local businesses and organizations sponsor this free service, including classifieds, community calendar and local contact information.

Aug. 6 Red Cross Blood Drive at St. Mary's

Regional news

/ August 4, 2026

MEDIA RELEASE__The American Red Cross has declared only the second national blood supply crisis in its history after blood donations fell to a four-year summer low. Blood supply challenges are being felt across the United States.

BHS soccer alumni games and food pantry collection, Aug. 8

Sports

/ August 4, 2026

UPDATE: The Junior class will be having a bake sale (donation only) to raise money for Post Prom.

Habegger's chickens delight at Bluffton Senior Center

Living in Bluffton

/ August 4, 2026

FROM FACEBOOK__The new display at Bluffton Senior Center is flock of chickens in every size, shape and material. Sue Habegger brought in her chicken collection for all to enjoy, with over 60 birds on view. Senior Center hours are 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Monday-Friday.