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Bluffton Beyond Tomorrow, part 3: Site & situation

Posted by Staff on August 2, 2024 - 7:05am

In this series, the Icon presents the Bluffton Beyond Tomorrow comprehensive plan in eight segments, which can be found in full on the Village of Bluffton website HERE. The Bluffton Public Library has two print copies.

Understanding the community’s foundational layer is imperative to foster responsible development. An area’s historic, geologic, geographic, climate and drainage patterns are staples of any comprehensive plan. Familiarity with these topics encourages development in the most suitable locations and aids policymakers in ensuring residents utilize community resources optimally.

History, Government & Attributes
In the northeast corner of Allen County and the southwest quadrant of Hancock County, the Village of Bluffton houses roughly 4,000 permanent residents and university students according to the 2020 decennial census. The village is nearly equidistant from Lima and Findlay, the seats to their respective counties. Bluffton is a regional destination featuring a downtown area with amenities valued by residents and visitors.

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July 2024 Bluffton EMS by the numbers

Posted by Paula Scott on August 2, 2024 - 6:00am

EMS Chief Jan Basinger has reported the following activity for Bluffton EMS volunteer crews in July 2024: 63 total calls in July; 45 Medical Calls; 4 Hospital to Hospital Transports; 2 Motor Vehicle Accidents; 8 Fire Calls; 4 Mutual Aid Calls. Through July, the department has answered 497 total calls so far in 2024.

 

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August 2024 programs and services at Bluffton Public Library

Posted by Staff on August 2, 2024 - 6:00am

The follow events and programs have been scheduled for August 2024 at the Bluffton Public Library, 145 S. Main St. For more information, visit https://blufftonpubliclibrary.org/ or subscribe to the library's newsletter HERE.

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Main St. banners celebrate Bluffton

Posted by Paula Scott on August 1, 2024 - 11:16am

Two new banners have been installed on N. Main Street celebrating Bluffton History Day (August 10) and Trevor Bassitt, the Bluffton High School alumnus who will be competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics at 4:05 a.m. on Monday, August 5.

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August 2024 calendars in Bluffton

Posted by Paula Scott on August 1, 2024 - 8:26am

The Bluffton Icon Community Calendar is updated for August 2024 and includes information from 

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Bluffton Presbyterian celebrates 175th anniversary, hosts concert on August 4

Posted by Staff on August 1, 2024 - 7:54am

"Over 10,000 worship services and still going strong!"

Bluffton Presbyterian Church is celebrating its 175th anniversary in 2024. The church, originally called The Presbyterian Church of South Bethel, was organized June 6, 1849. The first members met in various homes. In 1852 the Goble heirs donated the land where the present church now stands. The first building was erected soon after.

As a kickoff to the celebrations, the church will present  “The Story of Jesus in Music” on Sunday, August 4 at 7:00 p.m.  The public is invited to this concert which features three professional harpists, violin, viola, guitar, hand bells, choir and a narrator. Light refreshments will be served after the one-hour concert.

During Bluffton History Day on August 10, Bluffton Presbyterian will be serving Lunch on the Lawn from 10:00-1:30 with sandwiches, chips, drinks and desserts for sale.  

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