The Black Swamp Area Council has shared the national announcement that Boy Scouts of America is changing its name to Scouting America.
"The new name reflects the continuing efforts to welcome everyone to experience the benefits of Scouting," explains Marc Kogan, Black Swamp Scout Executive. The name change will go into effect on February 8, 2025, the organization’s 115th birthday.
Kogan notes, “We are excited to continue to welcome all youth into Scouting. Scouting makes youth prepared for life teaching today’s youth to become leaders of tomorrow!”
On May 1, the family and employees of Lisa Rains, owner of Luvu A Latte drive through coffee shop celebrated its opening with the Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce. The shop is located off of SR 103 east of i-75. Pictured here are family and staff. L-R back) family: Jamin Abeyta, Faith Abeyta, Lisa Rains, Steve Rains, (front) Uriah Abeyta, and staff: Skyler Scoles and Bradley Roescher.
Provided by Bluffton University / Additional photos on Facebook
First Master of Nutrition in Dietetics class
Four years ago, the graduating baccalaureate class of 2024 began their journey at Bluffton University in the midst of a pandemic. Saturday morning, May 4, their journey was celebrated as 147 bachelor’s and master’s degrees were conferred.
A Tornado Watch has been issued for an area including Bluffton by the US National Weather Service Northern Indiana Office. This watch is in effect until 11 PM EDT on May 7. Severe storms are likely late this evening. The primary threats are large hail and tornadoes with isolated damaging winds possible.