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August 4-6 is Ohio Tax-Free Holiday for school shopping

Posted by Paula Scott on August 2, 2023 - 9:51am

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Bluffton Schools supply lists provided below

This weekend, August 4-6, is the annual Ohio Tax-Free Holiday for specified school-related items. The window of opportunity is from Friday at 12:00 a.m. to Sunday at 11:59 p.m.

During the holiday, the following items are exempt from sales and use tax:

  • An item of clothing priced at $75 or less
  • An item of school supplies priced at $20 or less; and
  • An item of school instructional material priced at $20 or less.

Items used in a trade or business are not exempt under the sales tax holiday.

For more information regarding the sales tax holiday, visit the Ohio Department of Taxation's Sales Tax Holiday web page HERE

Qualified items sold to consumers by mail, telephone, e-mail, or Internet qualify for the exemption if you order and pays for the item and the retailer accepts the order during the exemption period for immediate shipment, even if delivery is made after the exemption period. 

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90th anniversary of Dillinger robbery recalled on Bluffton History Day, Aug. 12

Posted by Staff on August 2, 2023 - 7:40am

Family members of eye witnesses to the Dillinger robbery will participate

Bluffton, Ohio will turn back the clock to 1933 on its first-ever Bluffton History Day, Saturday, August 12, recalling the 90th anniversary of the Dillinger gang bank robbery in Bluffton. In 1934, Dillinger was declared Public Enemy #1.

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First National Bank to open second Lima location in 2024

Posted by Staff on August 2, 2023 - 7:17am

PANDORA—First National Bank of Pandora has announced the future site of its second location in Lima at 1991 Bellefontaine Road, on Lima’s east side near the intersection of State Route 117 and Greely Chapel Road.

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Jena Sammetinger named VP/Human Resources Officer at CNB

Posted by Staff on August 1, 2023 - 11:37am

Citizens National Bank (CNB) has promoted Jena Sammetinger to VP/Human Resources Officer. In this expanded role, Jena manages the bank’s retirement plan, as well as shareholder administration, in addition to her other HR duties. Katie Cheeseman, HR Director, states, “Jena has been a valuable part of the HR team, continuing to hone her skills and always willing to learn new things. I’m excited to see her take on more responsibility and leadership through her new role.”

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Girl Scout family pool party on August 6

Posted by Staff on August 1, 2023 - 9:10am

The Bluffton Girl Scouts are having a recruitment event on August 6 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Bluffton Community Pool, 205 Snider Rd.

Anyone interested in joining Girl Scouts is welcome to come with their family to enjoy a free night at the pool. This is a family event and not for drop-off. 

Please bring a smile, a swimsuit, a towel, and a snack to share. Organizers will have information available for how to sign up for Girl Scouts.

Message from the Girl Scouts of Western Ohio
You are what Girl Scouts is all about. Your dreams, ideas and ambition are our DNA. Want to shoot a movie, build a robot, speak up for what you believe in, plant a garden, help others, or change a law? We've got the tools you need. Is the world getting you down? We're not just here to lift you up, but also to guide you in growing the confidence to rise above. Whether you're climbing to the top of a tree or to the top of your class, being a Girl Scout will get you there. Because Girl Scouts isn't just another activity - it's a way of life. It's part of who you are. 

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Dojo tucked into S. Main St location offers classes for children, teens and adults

Posted by Staff on August 1, 2023 - 6:34am

By Paula Scott

Jacomet’s Martial Arts, which is owned and operated by Tony Jacomet, hosted Mayor Richard Johnson and members of the Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce for a July 28 ribbon cutting celebration at the dojo located on the basement level of 121 S. Main Street.

The space has been transformed by Jacomet into a dojo–a place for immersive martial arts learning–with padded floors and walls, as well as bleachers. Jacomet says that he’s not done, with a twinkle in his eye that suggests he has more inspiration and enthusiasm on tap.

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