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Timothy Cooper, 41, of Bluffton, crashed into a N. Dixie Hwy. residence on the morning of March 22 according to an Ohio State Highway Patrol report.

Cooper was taken to the hospital and the 2008 Honda Accord he was driving was disabled by front end damage. 

In the incident, Cooper was traveling southwest at an estimated 55 mph, crossed the centerline and hit a home near Lugabill Rd.

The driver was cited with operating a vehicle without reasonable control. An unknown distraction was indicated in the crash report.

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The Bluffton High School's Honor Roll for the third quarter of 2024-2025 is posted below for grades 9-12. Visit the People section for third quarter Elementary and Middle School Honor Rolls.

9th Grade – All A

Owen Armstrong, Mallory Blackburn, Avery Boehm, Peighton Bowers, Toby Clevidence, Julia Dawdy, Phoebe Edwards-Leeper, Camryn Fruchey, Xandra Gatchel, Lane Ginther, Klaira Hohenbrink, Emme Lee, Micah Lemley, Maelee Miller, Alexis Mummert, Alexander Nance, Ezra Nygaard, Elizabeth Phillips, Isabella Recker, Natalie Richards, Ella Roby, Lyla Schneck, Kaylynn Wheeler, Peyton Worcester

10th Grade – All A

Gavin Amstutz, Ellie Bogart, Coby Dailey, Karden Geiser, Katherine Gratz, Avery Hobensack, Andrew Hohenbrink, Roselove Jebsen, Daphne Johnston, Chase Kelly, Emmitt Kidd, Kate Klinger, Nora Matthews, Greta Myers, Addison Schweingruber, Owen Shoemaker, Tate Steinmetz, Brendan Taylor, Gracie Warren

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Betty C. Mumaugh, 97, passed away March 28, 2025, at the Meadows of Leipsic.

Betty was born February 7, 1928 in Allen County, Ohio to Charles and Maude (Roberts) Cook who preceded her in death. On July 3, 1964 she married William Mumaugh who preceded her in death on May 7, 1997. 

She was a graduate of Beaverdam High School and was a member of Rockport United Methodist. She enjoyed reading and gardening. 

She is survived by her daughter, Barbara (David) White of Leipsic; grandson, David (Rachel) White of Leipsic; and great-grandson, Benjamin White.

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Click to enlarge photo. The new Leo Club from Bluffton High School joined Bluffton Clean Up to remove trash along the Riley Creek from Buckeye Park all the way behind Community Markets. Organizers noted, "It was truly inspiring to see so many young adults stepping up to take care of their town and show such pride in their community." From Bluffton Clean Up Facebook. ◾️

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Allen County EMA has issued a Severe Weather Alert for Wednesday, April 2.

There is a potential for severe weather on Wednesday, April 2. The primary threats include:

  • Damaging Winds
  • Heavy Rainfall — with rates of 0.5 to 1 inch per hour

These conditions could lead to localized flooding and hazardous travel. Please stay weather aware, have multiple ways to receive alerts, and avoid flooded roadways.

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Bluffton High School standout Ayla Grandey officially signed a national letter of intent to continue her academic and athletic career at John Carroll University on Monday, March 31 in the Bluffton High School Gym. Grandey will play women's basketball at JCU.

A multi-sport star at Bluffton, Grandey has left an indelible mark on the school's athletic program. She has achieved incredible milestones throughout her career, including scoring 1,000 career points in basketball and becoming Bluffton's all-time leading rebounder in girls basketball. 

In addition to her basketball achievements, Grandey also reached 1,000 kills in volleyball, further cementing her legacy as one of the most accomplished athletes in Bluffton history. 

Recently, she was recognized as a Division 5 All-State Basketball Player, a testament to her skill, dedication, and leadership on the court.

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