It was 2002 and Bluffton Kindergartners were probably singing "All I Want for Christmas is my Two Front Teeth." That makes this group either the Bluffton HS graduating class of 2015 or 2016.
As for historic, we consider any photo where we've lost track of who is in the photo as entering the historical realm. Even so, we've spotted some students who we've recognized.
We welcome viewers to offer identification of any student pictured.
With well over 40 entries, this photo struck a cord with Icon viewers. The cord struck by Derek Dukes was out-of-tune, and is the winner with several "atonal"** entries.
He offered three winning captions, plus one special mention, which follow:
• The winner: It's the longest socks I could find!
• Second place: Duct tape and garbage bags might not have been the best building materials.
• Honorable mention: I can't wait for the football players to Superfan for the golf team next year.
• Special mention: Can you letter for being a Superfan?
Bluffton Merchants are rolling out the red carpet for shoppers during Discovery Days on Saturday, July 25, and again on Saturday, Aug. 22. From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., more than a dozen shops will have special activities and sales.
“In February, our merchants held a hugely successful Chocolate Walk and this is a similar cooperative project,” said Paula Scott, CEO of the Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce.
SumiRiko Ohio of Bluffton announces a hiring day from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday, July 22, according to Laura Jones, director of human resources.
The industry at 320 Snider Road, Bluffton, is hiring second and third shift full-time production associates. Interested candidates can tour the facility and apply and interview for open positions on July 22.
Persons unable to attend may complete an application by clicking here or online at www.us.sumiriko.com.
By Rachel Niermann, RDN, Licensed Dietician
Armes Family Cancer Care Center
When preventing a cancer diagnosis, there are many factors to consider, both in and out of our control.
An individual’s risk of developing cancer depends on age, gender, genetics, environment, socioeconomic status and lifestyle behaviors. The good news is that we can control the lifestyle behaviors in which we choose to partake.
This column is provided by ONU HealthWise Pharmacy.
Despite what many celebrities and other unproven sources may say, dietary supplements are not a proven way to combat COVID-19.
That's according to a new review that looked at claims surrounding dietary supplements and COVID-19.
The authors of the article also pointed out that pharmacists can play an essential role in fighting potentially harmful misinformation about the coronavirus.
The health and safety of our customers and staff at the Bluffton Public Library is a top priority and the library is working hard to keep services available. The library will review services and update as needed.
Staff are available via phone, email, or social media to answer questions and provide reference services. Our WiFi is always on, unlocked, and can be accessed in the parking lots and outside the building.
The Ohio Rail Development Commission (ORDC) last week approved a grant award in the amount of $75,000 to Mennel Milling to expand on-site rail infrastructure needed to accommodate the additional expansion of two of its facilities in Fostoria.
The railroad through Bluffton has two daily freight trains that travel from Lima to Fostoria. It is not known whether this expansion could increase rail traffic through Bluffton.
Mary Elizabeth "Betty" Yant, 94, died July 17, 2020, at Hilty Memorial Home in Pandora. Betty was born March 27, 1926, in Lima to the late John and Beatrice (Carder) Huysman. She had been married to Lawrence "Junior" Yant.
Betty was a 1944 graduate of St. Gerard's High School in Lima. She was a homemaker and worked at several other jobs after her children were attending were school. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Bluffton.
