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1890s tennis courts in Bluffton

Posted by Fred Steiner on July 6, 2010 - 4:13pm

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Bluffton's reputation for being a tennis town goes back to the late 1800s. This colorized picture post card proves it. The wording on the card reads "Tennis Courts, Bluffton, Ohio." The location of these courts was along East College Avenue where the Riley View Apartments are located today. (From the collection of Fred Steiner)

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Historical Bluffton
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Bluffton University students, faculty to perform in New York City

Posted by Fred Steiner on July 6, 2010 - 4:05pm

Four Bluffton University music students will take their talents to a New York City stage Oct. 21.

The performers, also including Dr. Lucia Unrau, professor and chair of Bluffton's music department, will present a 7 p.m. recital that Thursday in Manhattan's Steinway Hall. A reception will follow with university President Dr. James Harder.

"Having a debut in New York City is rare as a college student, and our students are honored and grateful for this opportunity," said Unrau.

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Bluffton University
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Captain Dan

Posted by Fred Steiner on July 6, 2010 - 10:24am

Former Bluffton resident Dan Lehman is giving some green time in the Gulf utilizing his skills as a boat captain to help clean up the BP oil spill.

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June EMS docket

Posted by Fred Steiner on July 6, 2010 - 8:51am

BLUFFTON EMS DOCKET JUNE 2010

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Police/Fire/EMS
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Unemployment assistance program July 23 at Senior Center

Posted by Fred Steiner on July 5, 2010 - 6:57am

An opportunity for persons in the community who need unemployment assistance is planned at 10 a.m., Friday, July 23, at the Bluffton Senior Citizens Center.

The event is being organized by Mark Neddean of Vance Street Apartments. According to the senior citizens newsletter, the event is to help those affected by recent or long-term unemployment.

Participating in the program are representatives from Allen County Job and Family Services, YMCA and the Allen County Food Bank.

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Regional news
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13 Mennonite Memorial Home quilts auctioned on eBay

Posted by Fred Steiner on July 4, 2010 - 4:26pm

Mennonite Memorial Home is auctioning off 13 hand-made quilts on eBay. The quilts were donated by a local artist. The quilts range from wall hangings to bed spreads and quilt tops.

"Bringing the quilts to eBay has allowed a wider market for buyers to view quilts and place competitive bids," according to Julie Stratton of Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio.

Each quilt has a description and a minimum bid. Persons interested in finding the Mennonite Memorial Home quilts posted on eBay do the following:

1 - Go to eBay.com

2 - Click on "Advanced Search"

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People
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