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Magic (show) in the air at Hilty Memorial Home

There was magic in the house recently at Hilty Memorial Home, Pandora. A magician entertained residents and youth at the child care. Here are some views of the afternoon.

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Schroll - Barrett engagement announced

Jeff and Sandra Schroll, of Bluffton, announce the engagement of their daughter Kaitlin, to Bradley Barrett, the son of Larry and Sheila Barrett, of Columbus Grove.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Bluffton High School and the University of Northwestern Ohio. She is employed by Citizens National Bank in Bluffton. Her fiance is also a graduate of Bluffton High School. He is employed by Grob Systems in Bluffton.

The couple will exchange vows Oct. 6, 2012, at 3:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, in Bluffton.

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St. Mary's Church host to Oct. 11 blood drive

Bluffton's next American Red Cross blood drive is from noon to 6 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 11, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 160 N. Spring St.

How to Donate Blood
To schedule an appointment to donate please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org for more information. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental permission in Indiana and Ohio), meet weight and height requirements (110 pounds or more, depending on their height) and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood.

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777YZ

Here's a rare Bluffton license plate proudly showing "YZ." It belongs to Jo Souder.

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BFR Day of Play and Fitness on Oct. 7

BFR Sports and Fitness will hold a BFR Day of Play and Fitness from 2 to 5 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 7, according to Carole Enneking, director.

"This is a free community event that will feature building tours, soccer games, a USTA tennis youth play format, plus information about Silver Sneaker Fitness Program for senior adults.

 

 

 

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United Way continues to accept donations

There's still time to support the Bluffton, Beaverdam and Richland Township United Way, according to Duane Bollenbacher, United Way chair.

If you were missed during last week's door-to-door canvassing, The Icon provides you with an attachment to enable you to make a donation.

This year's fund supports 11 local agencies.

Open the attachments for more information.

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