On June 21, the Bluffton Lions Club meeting included meeting scholarship winner Skylar Scoles of Bluffton, a program by Bluffton University Athletic Director James Grandey and the installation of new officers for 2022-23:
President Jim Bemiller
Vice presidents
- John Rich
- Greg Denecker
- Gene Long
Secretary Barbara Plaugher
Treasurer Clair Winebar
Lion Tamer Corwin Croy
Tail Twister Dennis Morrison
Board Members
- Jerry Szabo
- Eugene McCall
- Tracy Steele
- John Hochstetler
In 1974 WBGU-TV produced the 58-minute documentary "Bluffton, USA." Recently, the Icon watched it with great interest at the Bluffton Senior Center. When we called to inquire, WBGU put it at the head of the line for its new streaming service and you can now watch the show at
Tyler Justin Kiracofe, age 22, of Bluffton, passed away on Tuesday, June 21, 2022, at his home, surrounded by his family.
Tyler was born on May 22, 2000, to Justin A. and Danyelle S. (Holbrook) Kiracofe of Bluffton, Ohio. He lived at home with both parents and his younger brother, Travis Kiracofe.
He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Diann Holbrook; and his paternal grandparents: Jerry and Judy Kiracofe.
The Southgate Open, an annual fundraising event for local non-profits and families, has filled all golf team slots for the August 13 event at Bluffton Golf Club.
Southgate Lanes also announced:
Joe Lewis music on the patio
Team payments: $300 in advance; $340 on the day of the outing with 100% of the extra $40 going to the Bluffton food pantry
