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2024 Bluffton Memorial Day ceremonies emphasized memories of people and places

Posted by Staff on June 18, 2024 - 6:00am

Above, L-R) Rev. Burr Shlling and Lary Core, Commander of the Bluffton American Legion Post 382

Slide Show HERE.

By Paula Pyzik Scott

Memorial Day is a widely observed federal holiday that was first created to recognize soldiers who died in the American Civil War. For many, Memorial Day means backyard barbecues, appliance sales and patriotic sentiments on social media.

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Power outage, cooling stations in Bluffton

Posted by Staff on June 17, 2024 - 3:43pm

During a heat warning on June 17, AEP listed a power outage near SR 103 and County Line Rd. affecting fewer than 10 customers. Estimated restoration is 6:30 p.m.

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Living in Bluffton
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R. Kent Mathewson worked for Ford Motor Co.

Posted by Staff on June 17, 2024 - 3:13pm

R. Kent Mathewson, 86, passed away June 16, 2024 at the Mennonite Memorial Home, Bluffton. 

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Obituaries
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Marjorie B. Hilty was 95

Posted by Staff on June 17, 2024 - 1:52pm

Marjorie B. Hilty, 95, passed away on June 15, 2024 at Willow Ridge – Betty House in Bluffton.  A memorial service will be held at a later date. 

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Obituaries
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Sand Volleyball fundraiser at Southgate Lanes

Posted by Staff on June 17, 2024 - 10:18am

A sand volleyball fundraiser for Ryan Stackhouse will be hosted by Southgate Lanes, 9700 N Dixie Hwy, on Friday, July 26.

The event is open to 4-person teams of players age 18 and over. The cost is $200 per team with every penny benefiting Stackhouse for medical and other expenses.

The tournament is 8 teams maximum and will begin at 6:30 p.m.

There will also be raffles, a 50/50 drawing and Queen of Hearts.

Chase Cummings will perform from 8:00-10:00 p.m. on the Southgate patio.

To sign up a team, contact Kim Worrcester at 567-227-0193 (cell).

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Events
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ODOT announces SR 235 ramp closures at U.S. 30 during week of June 17

Posted by Staff on June 17, 2024 - 9:48am

U.S. 30 between Interstate 75 and State Route 235 is restricted to one lane for concrete pavement repairs. The following ramp closures will also take place:

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