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
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,
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 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.
D. Jacqueline Kent, age 85, of Ada, passed away on Monday, June 19, 2023, at 10:27 p.m. at Lima Memorial Health System.
She was born on June 23, 1937, in Middlesboro, KY to the late Royce and Edna (Mason) Sampson. On August 7, 1955 Jackie married Darrell E. Kent and he preceded her in death on May 14, 2012.
