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AAUW Lima branch awards scholarships including three Bluffton students

Posted by Staff on May 10, 2023 - 7:36am

Bluffton High School and Bluffton University students are among the recipients of college scholarships awarded by the American Association of University Women-Lima Branch.

Amy Jebsen and Sabina Clingerman from Bluffton High School and Emma Mueller from Bluffton University received scholarships from the organization for the 2023-2024 academic year.

Recipients pictured: Front L-R) Taylor Crates,  Elida High School; Amy Jebsen, Bluffton High School; Sabina Clingerman, Bluffton High School; Cadence Richard, home school; Emma Mueller, Bluffton University; Back L-R) Maddie Finch, Shawnee High School; Sierra Baumgartner, Wright State University; Lilly Vonderwell, Delphos St. Johns High School; Melanie Gerdeman, Shawnee High School.

Other winners include: Robin Klaus, Duke University; Matilda Nelson, Lima Senior High School; Bri Ridenour, Ohio State; Kendall Schrader, Ball State University; Allison Young, University of Dayton.

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Ilo R.  Martin worked for Pandora Schools

Posted by Staff on May 9, 2023 - 11:29am

Ilo R.  Martin, 90, passed away May 7, 2023, at Bridge Hospice Care Center of Findlay.

Ilo was born April 29, 1933 in Pandora, to Harry and Caroline (Schumacher) VanScoder who preceded her in death. On March 15, 1952 she married Donald 'Don' R. Martin who survives. 

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Fastest Lady Pirate?

Posted by Staff on May 9, 2023 - 11:03am

UPDATED May 9 with photo of Bonnie preparing for a race

By Bill Herr
Bluffton Icon columnist

Who was the fastest Lady Pirate in Bluffton High School track history?

Arguably, it was Bonnie Stratton. She is the oldest of Jay and Barb Stratton's three children. Their two boys, R.J. and Robbie, were outstanding football players for the Pirates. When they played, their grandpa, Rod Stratton, engineered a cannon that fired every time the Pirates scored a touchdown on Harmon Field. It was loud. I was told it scared the referees.

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Mayor's proclamation for Nursing Home Week

Posted by Staff on May 9, 2023 - 10:22am

The following proclamation has been announced by Richard Johnson, Mayor of Bluffton for the week of May 8-14, 2023.

WHEREAS, the citizens of Bluffton place a great value upon the well being of the senior population; and

WHEREAS, nursing home residents of any age or ablility are themselves living history and are a precious resource; and

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Regional news
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AEP high wire act

Posted by Paula Scott on May 9, 2023 - 8:17am

AEP construction has resumed along Co. Line Rd. and S.R. 103 requiring daytime road closures, with an additional week of road closure required. S.R. 103/Jefferson will be closed on weekdays from 7:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. ending May 12.

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Chamber members meet May 12 for program on bylaws

Posted by Staff on May 9, 2023 - 7:58am

The Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly breakfast meeting on Friday, May 12 on the third floor of the Town Hall.

First National Bank of Pandora is the meeting sponsor and Twisted Whisk Cafe will provide breakfast, which is served at 7:00 a.m.

At 7:30 p.m., announcements and a program on chamber bylaws will be presented. The Chamber board has been working to update bylaws for the organization. A vote to approve updates will be held at the June Breakfast Meeting.

Additionally, Blanchard Valley Health Systems will introduce their new Chief People Officer (CPO), Eric Proctor and Jesse Blackburn, Village Administrator, will update guests on village projects.

Inquiries about chamber programs should be directed to Jim Enneking, [email protected].

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