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Ohio farmers encouraged to complete 2022 Ag Census

Posted by Staff on January 29, 2023 - 7:15am

The United States Department of Agriculture is urging farmers to complete the 2022 Census of Agriculture by the February 6 deadline.

USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has sent the 2022 Census of Agriculture to nearly 3 million ag producers across the country. Survey codes for responding securely online were mailed in November and paper questionnaires in December. “Through the ag census, producers can show the nation the value of Ohio agriculture and influence decisions that will shape the future of the industry,” said Marlo D. Johnson, Director of the Great Lakes Regional Office. “Data from the census works for producers by improving decision- and policy making regarding jobs, transportation, production practices, new technologies, marketing opportunities, farm services and programs, and local, state and federal policy. The Census of Agriculture is the producer’s voice in the future of American agriculture.”

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Everything changes

Posted by Staff on January 29, 2023 - 7:11am

By Paula Scott
Bluffton Icon editor

Watching students cross Main St. at College Ave. after school on a windy 27 degree day in January is educational. Several aren’t wearing coats or even long pants. But most press the crosswalk beacon button and use the crosswalk--however, the flashes rarely sync with my camera.

Most drivers stop for these pedestrians, but northbound traffic is much slower to brake. Some drivers that need to cross Main put the pedal to the medal to do so.

Have you been part of discussions about the need for improved safety measures at the intersection of Main St. and College Ave.? Since a January 10 crash involving a young pedestrian, some residents have voiced strong opinions online and at a January 23 Bluffton council meeting.

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Robocalls pretending to be Allen County Public Health

Posted by Staff on January 28, 2023 - 4:57pm

It has come to Allen County Public Health’s attention that county residents may be receiving automated phone calls which appear to be from Allen County Public Health but in fact are not.

The electronic messages discuss personal health matters and ask the recipient
to follow up with the health department.

Allen County Public Health does not use automated systems to discuss personal health matters. Additionally, Allen County Public Health does not disclose personal health information through automatic messages of any kind, including robocalls or voicemails.

If a resident receives a call from Allen County Public Health unexpectedly and does not trust that it is actually from ACPH, please feel free to hang up and call us back at 419-228-4457.

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PGHS boys basketball: 68-26 win vs. Cory-Rawson

Posted by Staff on January 28, 2023 - 8:12am

By Matt M. Stutz

The Pandora-Gilboa High School boys basketball team hosted Blanchard Valley Conference rival Cory-Rawson Friday night, January 27. P-G jumped ahead early and held the Hornets to single digit scoring in each quarter, as the Rockets soared to an easy 68-26 win.

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New advertiser: Padrone's of Bluffton

Posted by Paula Scott on January 28, 2023 - 7:58am

Meet the Bluffton Icon's newest advertiser: Padrone's Pizza, 147 N. Main, (419) 358-0825.

Owner Chase Mason has announced new online ordering options. Order online HERE or download the "Bluffton Padrone's" app for mobile devices.

Thanks to our advertisers, the Bluffton Icon is free with no login and no story limit!

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Library display invitation

Posted by Paula Scott on January 28, 2023 - 7:44am

Did you know you could share artwork or collections at the Bluffton Public Library? Upon approval, you will be designated a month to display your items in the locked case next to the circulation desk. Contact: [email protected]

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