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COLUMBUS, Ohio—October 1 marks the start of Ohio’s first annual Ohio School Safety Month.

The Ohio School Safety Center (OSSC) developed the theme "Know School Safety, Know Your Role – It’s Everyone’s Responsibility" for October's activities. 

“Students, staff, parents, and guardians all have an important role in promoting school safety by following safety procedures and reporting concerns,” said Emily Torok, OSSC Executive Director. “It is important to balance sufficient building security with a healthy, nurturing school environment that reassures students that although there is a possibility of violence occurring at school, the probability of a school experiencing a high-profile violent act is extremely low.”

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Take the weekend to look over what's coming up at the Bluffton Public Library in October. The attached calendar shows just how many opportunities there are to enjoy programs for all ages. (R) indicates that registration is required.

Special one time only events include:

October 17 - Fred Steiner presents (R)

October 25 - Coming of Age in the 1950s & 60s with Barbara Lockhard (R)

October 27 - Friends of the Library Tea (R) ($)

The Lima-Allen County Regional Planning Commission (LACRPC) has received federal traffic safety funding in the amount of $46,200.00 from the Ohio Traffic Safety Office (OTSO) for Federal Fiscal Year 2023 to fund a Safe Community Grant.

During the federal year October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2023, the LACRPC will target reducing the incidence of traffic crashes that all too frequently result in serious injury and even death.

The 36th annual Blaze of Lights, A Candyland Christmas, is scheduled for Saturday, November 26, in downtown Bluffton and vocal groups of 3-8 members are being sought to provide all types of Christmas music before and after the traditional parade. These groups can be acappella or accompanied by acoustic guitar and should be prepared to sing 3-4 songs.

There is a decided chill in the air this morning, September 30, and glimpses of fall color in Bluffton. Photo by Levi Sutkay.

By Cort Reynolds

The Bluffton High School volleyball team was swept at defending three-time league champion Lincolnview in a Northwest Conference match Thursday evening, September 29.

The 25-17, 25-21, 25-22 loss dropped the Bluffton record to 10-7 overall and 2-3 in the NWC this season. The Lady Lancers improved to 11-4 overall and 4-1 in NWC action with the win as they stay in contention for a fourth straight league title.

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