By Karen Kier, Pharmacist on behalf of the ONU HealthWise team
In 1968, Harry Nilsson released the album Aerial Bullet with a track titled One. In the lyrics, he wrote “one is the loneliest number you’ll ever do.” Harry Nilsson indicated he got the inspiration when he called a friend and got the busy signal going beep, beep, beep. Remember the days when you got a busy signal with no answering machines or voicemail available?
Bluffton Family Recreation has issued a reminder for those interested in registering for T-ball or adult softball. The registration for both these activities ends on Sunday, June 25.
T-ball takes place Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at the Village Park and runs from July 11 to August 10. Girls ages 4-7 and boys ages 4-6 are invited to participate. The cost is $30 for members and $60 for nonmembers.
Adult coed softball will be held on Sundays at the Village Park from July 9 to August 13, with the tournament on August 13. The cost is $300 per team.
Jeff Gundy, emeritus professor of English at Bluffton University, has held many roles during his writing career: published author, professor, Ohio Poet of the Year and distinguished poet in residence, to name a few. Now, thanks to a grant from an anonymous donor awarded through the Seattle Foundation, Gundy is adding the title “writer in (non) residence” to his vita.
The $93,500 grant funds the position as well as administrative costs for two years. Since the title specifically states (non) residence, research and creative work will also include exploration off campus.
The Bluffton Sardines summer swim team handily swept visiting teams Westside and Ada in a Western Ohio Aquatic League makeup tri-meet Tuesday evening, June 20.
Ada at Bluffton was postponed twice last week due to unseasonably cool and rainy conditions, and thus the meet was combined into a three-team competition.
Bluffton won the combined team event convincingly, sweeping the boys and girls dual meets. Westside finished second, and Ada came in third.
Pre-meeting Survey is HERE; Bluffton Airport is owned by the Village of Bluffton and operated by Bluffton Flying Service
COLUMBUS – Ohio’s 104 public use airports generate billions of dollars for the state’s economy each year. The Ohio Department of Transportation is asking for the public’s help as it begins a comprehensive analysis and overview of airports to help identify needed improvements for future growth and sustainability.
The Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce has announced Bluffton Discovery Days beginning June 24, 2023 and continuing every fourth Saturday of the month through October. Participating businesses will offer exclusive in-store specials for one day only, giving shoppers the opportunity to enjoy great deals.
Visitors who stop by a participating business will be entered into a drawing to win Bluffton Dollars, which can be spent at any Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce member business. Prizes range from $25 to $100, providing winners with the chance to explore different local establishments. Business distributing tickets for the drawing are:
Black Lab Trading Co.
The Dough Hook Meat Market
Ten Thousand Villages
Bluffton Senior Citizens Association
Bike Crazy LLC
Shirley's Gourmet Popcorn Co.
Town & Country Flowers
Roots By Strattons
Book Reviews
Et Cetera Shop
Rodan & Fields
Bluffton Discovery Days is a celebration of the community, showcasing the unique businesses and charm that Bluffton has to offer. It's an opportunity for residents and visitors to support local commerce while enjoying special discounts.
The Bluffton Center for Entrepreneurs (BCE) has announced a June 27 awards reception for the 2023 Ropp Triplett Business Plan Competition. This event will take place at 6:30 p.m. on the third floor of the Bluffton Town Hall. The program will begin at 7:00 p.m.
BCE Director Jim Enneking explains, "The awards reception allows us to recognize the participants who completed the Small Business Information Series, presented by the Small Business Development Center at Rhodes State College. The series served to equip entrepreneurs with the necessary tools and knowledge to successfully complete a business plan for their business."
"We will recognize the exceptional individuals who participated in the Ropp Triplett Business Plan Competition. These entrepreneurs have exhibited dedication, innovation, and resilience throughout the competition, and their business plans reflect the promising future of Bluffton's entrepreneurial landscape.
The Bluffton Icon recieved notices for the following 28 college students who received Dean's List honors in Spring 2023. Universities represented include Bluffton University, Cedarville University, Eastern Mennonite University, Goshen College, Miami University and Ohio Northern University,
Upcoming Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park district opportunities include the following ampitheater, archery, youth fishing derby, firebugs and critter feeding events.
BEGINNING ARCHERY PROGRAM - ALLEN COUNTY FARM PARK
June 21 - 6:00-7:00 p.m. or 7:00-8:00 p.m.
1582 Slabtown Rd., Lima
