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ODOT roadwork announcements for the week of June 27

Posted by Staff on June 25, 2022 - 5:04am

ODOT District 1 announced the following highway construction update for the week of June 27, 2022:

  • Interstate 75 northbound near the Bluelick Road interchange will be restricted to the right/driving lane on Tuesday, June 28, to clean up a diesel spill.
  • U.S. 30 rest areas between Interstate 75 and State Route 65 are expected to close on Monday, June 27, for approximately 10 days for concrete pavement repairs.
  • U.S. 30 between State Route 65 and State Route 696 will close the left/passing lane in both directions for pavement repairs.
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Regional news
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Content-swap: ICAPP podcast interview with Bob Cupp

Posted by Paula Scott on June 24, 2022 - 10:29am

Today's content swap with the Ada Icon: we're sending Ada readers our story on the July 24 Bluffton Cars & Coffee event. From Ada, we offer the following:

Ohio Northern students and ICAPP Fellows Hailey Trimpey and Kennedy Aikey got the chance to sit down with Ohio Speaker of the House Bob Cupp, who reflected on his accomplishments and the events that shaped his career in public service. This interview can be found in their newest podcast episode titled, “All That Goes Into Holding a Political Office.” The hosts dive into what motivated Cupp to pursue a career in politics and what advice he had for young people regarding the political process. 

LINK to podcast https://anchor.fm/un-cappit

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People
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Community Action Partnership needs community feedback

Posted by Paula Scott on June 24, 2022 - 6:00am

West Ohio Community Action Partnership (WOCAP) needs feedback from the community of Allen County to ensure the services they provide are aligned with what is needed.

Take the 5-minute survey and send it to your friends. You can also access the survey by following this link:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NKPWKMX

The agency serves Allen, Auglaize and Mercer Counties in Ohio.

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Regional news
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Photo-story: Bluffton Cattle Club visits Mennonite Memorial Home

Posted by Staff on June 24, 2022 - 6:00am

On Saturday June 18, the Bluffton Cattle 4-H Club held their monthly meeting at the Mennonite Memorial Home and let the residents pet a variety of animals. 

There were lots of cats, some cattle, goats, a chicken, a goat and a dog. Some of the 4-H members also did their demonstrations as well. There were approximately 10 residents who enjoyed petting and seeing the animals that the 4-H-ers have raised.

There were also samples of chevon (goat meat) and dried fruit for the club.

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Regional news
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In-person Bluffton High School sports meeting July 25

Posted by Staff on June 24, 2022 - 6:00am

Bluffton Schools students in grades 7-12 who want to play a fall sport should attend the 7:00 p.m. meeting on Monday, July 25 at Bluffton High School. This is the required OHSAA Fall Sport Player/Parent Meeting.

This meeting for all fall sport athletes in grades 7-12 who want to participate in a fall sport and a parent. In addition, the physical exam form and medical eligibility form must be completed by a physician and uploaded to Final Forms at https://bluffton-oh.finalforms.com/.

You may print the forms by going to: 

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Sports
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Summary of June 23 Board of Education meeting

Posted by Paula Scott on June 24, 2022 - 6:00am

The Bluffton Board of Education met for a regular meeting on the evening of June 23 at the Elementary School media center, 102 S. Jackson St. All members of the board were present: President Larry Hoffman, Brad Dailey, Roni Kaufman, Wes Klinger and Jeremy Scoles.

The full packet with agenda and supporting details is attached.

Action during the meeting included approval of the minutes of the May 16, 2022 regular meeting and May 31, 2022 treasurer's financial and investment reports.

During the public comment segment, new third grade teacher Caleb Garmon was introduced. He previously taught at Liberty-Benton Schools.

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Public Meetings
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