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2023 Blaze of Lights parade theme is "A Journey Through Time"

Posted by Staff on August 15, 2023 - 7:11am

The Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the 2023 Blaze Parade Theme will be "A Journey Through Time."

The announcement encourages you to "Experience the magic of the past, present, and future at the Blaze of Lights Parade 2023! .... From Victorian carolers to retro 1950s-inspired decorations to modern programmed displays, floats will take us on a journey through different eras. Use you imagination and creativity to create a parade entry that celebrates Christmas traditions."

The Blaze of Lights festival is held on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. This year the date is Saturday, November 25. This will be the 37th annual festival.

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Jerry R. Diamond served in the Vietnam Conflict

Posted by Staff on August 15, 2023 - 7:03am

Jerry R. Diamond, 78, passed away August 13, 2023 at the Bridge Hospice Care Center in Findlay. Jerry was born August 3, 1945 in Alva, Kentucky to the late John and Ann (Miller) Diamond.  

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Obituaries
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Just rolling along (coloring page)

Posted by Paula Scott on August 15, 2023 - 6:00am

The August 2023 Icon coloring page celebrates summer days spent "just rolling along." Printable PDF HERE.

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Dillinger plays a minor role in robbery retelling

Posted by Paula Scott on August 15, 2023 - 6:00am

By Paula Scott

Why should we retell the story of the 1933 robbery of the Citizens National Bank by the John Dillinger gang? Does it glorify a vicious criminal? That certainly wasn’t the effect of the Saturday, August 12 observation of Bluffton History Day that drew some 180 people to the corner of Main and Church streets.

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Historical Bluffton
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Family Fishing park event on August 17

Posted by Staff on August 14, 2023 - 10:25am

FINDLAY— Get out in the parks and go fishing as a family. Learn about the basics of fishing by trying to catch some fish that live in Giertz Lake. All skill levels are welcome. A fishing pole will be provided or bring your own. Corn and hotdogs will be available for bait or bring your own lucky lure! All participants who are 16 years of age or older will need a valid Ohio Fishing License.

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Events
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Holiday Spectacular children's auditions on September 10

Posted by Staff on August 14, 2023 - 10:18am

Ohio Northern University has announced children’s auditions for its 2023 Holiday Spectacular musical extravaganza.

Auditions for singers and dancers between the ages of 5 and 12 will take place from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10 in the Freed Center for The Performing Arts, 500 W. College Ave., Ada. 

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Regional news
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