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In-person Bluffton High School sports meeting July 25

Posted by Staff on June 24, 2022 - 6:00am

Bluffton Schools students in grades 7-12 who want to play a fall sport should attend the 7:00 p.m. meeting on Monday, July 25 at Bluffton High School. This is the required OHSAA Fall Sport Player/Parent Meeting.

This meeting for all fall sport athletes in grades 7-12 who want to participate in a fall sport and a parent. In addition, the physical exam form and medical eligibility form must be completed by a physician and uploaded to Final Forms at https://bluffton-oh.finalforms.com/.

You may print the forms by going to: 

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Sports
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Photo-story: Bluffton Cattle Club visits Mennonite Memorial Home

Posted by Staff on June 24, 2022 - 6:00am

On Saturday June 18, the Bluffton Cattle 4-H Club held their monthly meeting at the Mennonite Memorial Home and let the residents pet a variety of animals. 

There were lots of cats, some cattle, goats, a chicken, a goat and a dog. Some of the 4-H members also did their demonstrations as well. There were approximately 10 residents who enjoyed petting and seeing the animals that the 4-H-ers have raised.

There were also samples of chevon (goat meat) and dried fruit for the club.

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Regional news
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Summary of June 23 Board of Education meeting

Posted by Paula Scott on June 24, 2022 - 6:00am

The Bluffton Board of Education met for a regular meeting on the evening of June 23 at the Elementary School media center, 102 S. Jackson St. All members of the board were present: President Larry Hoffman, Brad Dailey, Roni Kaufman, Wes Klinger and Jeremy Scoles.

The full packet with agenda and supporting details is attached.

Action during the meeting included approval of the minutes of the May 16, 2022 regular meeting and May 31, 2022 treasurer's financial and investment reports.

During the public comment segment, new third grade teacher Caleb Garmon was introduced. He previously taught at Liberty-Benton Schools.

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Public Meetings
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Community Action Partnership needs community feedback

Posted by Paula Scott on June 24, 2022 - 6:00am

West Ohio Community Action Partnership (WOCAP) needs feedback from the community of Allen County to ensure the services they provide are aligned with what is needed.

Take the 5-minute survey and send it to your friends. You can also access the survey by following this link:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NKPWKMX

The agency serves Allen, Auglaize and Mercer Counties in Ohio.

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Regional news
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Enthusiasts gather for Bluffton Cars & Coffee

Posted by Staff on June 24, 2022 - 6:00am

Saturday is the next Bluffton Cars & Coffee show. Organizers note "the weather is looking great, and we're looking forward to seeing you."

  • 8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m., June 25 at 902 N. Main St. (parking lot of Masterpiece Signs & Graphics)

The event includes:

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Events
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The heat is on

Posted by Staff on June 23, 2022 - 8:54am

By Karen Kier
Pharmacist on behalf of the ONU HealthWise team

In 1984, Glenn Frey recorded The Heat is On for the soundtrack to Beverly Hills Cop.  The single hit #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in March 1985.  The song was written by Harold Faltermeyer and Keith Forsey for Glenn Frey.  This single was the highest charting solo by any member of the band known as The Eagles. 

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Health Services
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