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By Paula Pyzik Scott

The Bluffton Council tackled several infrastructure issues at its April 14 regular meeting. Resident assessment for Elm St. curb replacements, pedestrian accommodations on Riley St. and urgent municipal pool repairs featured in reports and discussions at the meeting. (Meeting packet is attached HERE.)

COMMITTEE REPORTS

By Cort Reynolds

BLUFFTON __ The Bluffton High School baseball team rallied from a 10-0 deficit to beat visiting McComb 12-11 in a non-league thriller on a cold Tuesday, April 15.

The Pirates improved to 4-4 with the improbable victory, while the Panthers fell to 1-6 after the tough loss.

McComb pushed nine runs across the plate in the top of the third inning to build a seemingly commanding 10-0 lead.

By Cort Reynolds

BLUFFTON __ The Bluffton High School girls softball team fell behind big early and lost 12-5 to non-conference foe McComb on Tuesday, April 15.

The Pirate girls fell to 1-4 overall with the loss. McComb improved to 2-4 after the win.

The Panthers built a 9-0 lead heading to the sixth inning and held on for the win.

Macy Schaadt stroked a two-run single for the Pirates. Tala Gipson had an RBI hit. Bluffton’s Peyton Worcester singled and scored a run.

Community resources for mental health and recovery, local stories and hope  

LIMA __ The Mental Health & Recovery Services Board (MHRSB) of Allen,  Auglaize, and Hardin Counties has launched a new podcast: We Care Conversations. Hosted by Cody Ridenour and Elisa Bradley, the monthly podcast features conversations with guests about mental health, recovery and the stigmas that keep people from getting help.  

Entry deadline is May 16

St. John’s United Church of Christ is excited to announce its second annual bicycle give-away for children aged 12 and under.  This initiative, part of the church’s Bicycle Ministry, aims to promote healthy lifestyles and provide local youth with the joy of owning a bike while exploring Bluffton’s wonderful parks and bike paths.

From Friends of the Bluffton Nature Preserve

Look for amazing spring migrants on multiple dates, listed below. No experience is needed and binoculars will be provided.

Everyone is encouraged to bring a fully-charged smartphone with the Merlin app downloaded.

Everyone is welcome. Students will be eligible to receive Arts and Lecture credit for attending, up to a maximum of one time. This event will be held several times over a one-week timespan so that a broader audience can attend.

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