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Mysterious Bluffton: Swimming pool in the Riley

Posted by Staff on September 24, 2023 - 6:00am

By Fred Steiner
www.BlufftonForever.com

­Imagine a mysterious Bluffton location partially under water. Stand near the entrance to Steinmetz Field. Turn toward Harmon Field. Take about a dozen steps toward the creek.

There you will discover the remnants of a dam. That dam backed up the creek, but not anymore. Instead, it simply creates a mysterious Bluffton location.

Today the dam is just an impediment in the stream. However, on the Harmon Field side of the stream stand the remains of a very well-constructed flagstone wall. The wall on the Steinmetz Field side lost its battle with nature years ago.

Why is there a dam? Why a flagstone wall? Who built these structures and when?

By our definition, Bluffton’s places of mystery involve unexplained human-constructed features on our otherwise familiar landscape. They exist today like the statues of Easter Island.

This partially underwater site fits our list.

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Historical Bluffton
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Bluffton memorial honors three officers

Posted by Paula Scott on September 23, 2023 - 8:32pm

Ceremonies on the morning of Saturday, September 23 unveiled a permanent memorial for Bluffton police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. The monument is illuminated with a blue band set in polished black marble. Stay tuned for coverage of the day's events.

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Rockets enjoy homecoming win vs. Worthington Christian

Posted by Staff on September 23, 2023 - 7:04am

By Matt M. Stutz

As part of 2023 Homecoming festivities, the Pandora-Gilboa Rockets (4-2) football team hosted Worthington Christian in a non-conference game. P-G fell behind early but it was all Rockets the rest of the way, as they gave the home crowd much to celebrate, cruising to a 48-14 win.  

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Sports
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Bluffton President to share State of the University

Posted by Staff on September 23, 2023 - 6:54am

Dr. Jane Wood, president of Bluffton University, will present the State of the University Forum, at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 26 in Yoder Recital Hall.

During the presentation, Dr. Wood will focus on the broader state of higher education today and share reflections on how colleges and universities, such as Bluffton, can face challenges in the higher education landscape. She’ll also share thoughts on the importance of collaboration and partnerships. 

The event is free and open to the public. Forum is Bluffton’s weekly gathering of students, faculty, staff and community for interdisciplinary conversation and discovery.

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Bluffton University
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Pirate football runs past Ada, to stay unbeaten

Posted by Staff on September 23, 2023 - 6:46am

By Cort Reynolds

ADA–The Bluffton High School football team dominated local rival Ada in their last Northwest Conference matchup to spoil the Bulldog Homecoming on a warm Friday night, September 22.

The big-play Pirate offense scored two early touchdowns, and Bluffton was in control throughout after leading 27-0 at halftime.  

Junior back Landen Worcester authored four TD runs and racked up 211 yards rushing to lead the potent Pirate ground attack.

Bluffton improved to 6-0 overall and 3-0 in the NWC with the lopsided win.

Ada fell to 2-4 overall and 0-3 in the NWC after suffering their third consecutive defeat.

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Sports
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Business students take a lesson from Bluffton businesses

Posted by Staff on September 23, 2023 - 6:00am

By Paula Scott

Ten University of Findlay students are being introduced to “the real world of business” as Dana Scholars. The select group was recently treated to a view of the small, local end of the spectrum courtesy of Bluffton businesses. Edward Jones financial advisor Ryan Demarco and his wife Alicia, Pete and Kim Suter of Shirley’s Gourmet Popcorn Co. and the Shannon Theatre, and Jonah Agner and Nancy Corle-Agner of Greenhorn restaurant and The Food Store hosted the students on their premises and spoke about their career paths.

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Business
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