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Police incident closes area southwest of Bluffton

Posted by Paula Scott on December 11, 2021 - 7:03am

UPDATE 6:28 PM, DECEMBER 11: The Bluffton Police Department reports that all officers are okay following this incident and that all future reports will come from the Allen County Sheriff's office. The suspect being pursued is in custody.

UPDATE: Area closed for pursuit of suspect is Hillville Rd. to Lincoln Hwy./Old 30. County Line Rd. to Phillips.

Bluffton area residents reported to the Icon that an incident involving shooting at law enforcement officials occured late Friday, early on Saturday, December 11.

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FEATURE PHOTO Bears and blankets makers

Posted by Paula Scott on December 4, 2021 - 9:16am

Volunteers at St. John's United Church of Christ, 223 West College Avenue, are making warm, cheerful fleece blankets and dozens of cuddly teddy bears for recipients at area continuing care facilities.

https://www.blufftonicon.com/feature/202112/bears-and-blankets-makers

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Reminder: Toy Drive continues December 4

Posted by Paula Scott on December 4, 2021 - 6:30am

The Bluffton Police Department and Jazzercize Bluffton have teamed up for the Cruising with a Claus toy drive. Both organizations are collecting new unwrapped toys for distribution by the Bluffton Community Assistance Corporation. The next collection is:

9 a.m.-noon December 4 at Bluffton Town Hall, 154 N. Main St.

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FEATURE PHOTO: Construction cam

Posted by Paula Scott on December 3, 2021 - 12:30pm

The Icon has been meaning to make a progress report on construction of the Knowlton Science Center on the campus of Bluffton University. You can check for yourself any time at the https://www.bluffton.edu/webcam/.

https://www.blufftonicon.com/feature/202112/construction-cam

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High School champs celebrated with sign

Posted by Paula Scott on December 2, 2021 - 11:30pm

Near the end of the fall 2021 sports season, this sign celebrating state champions from Bluffton High School was installed on College Avenue near the tennis courts, football field and Ricky Matter Strength and Fitness Center.

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FEATURE PHOTO High School champs celebrated with sign

Posted by Paula Scott on December 2, 2021 - 11:30am

Near the end of the fall 2021 sports season, this sign celebrating state champions from Bluffton High School was installed on College Avenue near the tennis courts, football field and Ricky Matter Strength and Fitness Center.

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