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Village reports on paving, water leak detection, hydrant flushing

Posted by Paula Scott on October 11, 2023 - 6:00am

At the Monday, Octobrer 9 meeting of the Bluffton council, the village administration provided the attached 1-page summary of current infrastructure projects and planning for 2024.

  • Hydrant flushing is underway. If you see discolored water, run an outside tap until water runs clear. 
  • Aqua-Line leak detection found leaks on Luise Circle, Wilhelm Circle, Ethan Circle and Magnolia Lane.
  • Wednesday-Friday, Oct. 11-13, new asphalt surface, centerlines and edge lines will be installed on SR 103.

Reminder: Trick or Treat night is Thursday, Oct 27 from 6-7:30 p.m. Please turn on your porch light if you are participating. 

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Public Meetings
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Here come Bluffton's scarecrows

Posted by Staff on October 11, 2023 - 6:00am

The competition is heating up in the second annual scarecrow decoration contest in downtown Bluffton. From elegant to hilarious, you'll find scarecrows throughout the business district, provided by local businesses and organizations. PHOTOS by Jamie Nygaard.

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CNB to host 2024 economic forecast presentations

Posted by Staff on October 11, 2023 - 6:00am

RSVP required

Beginning Friday, October 20, Citizens National Bank will host a series of free seminars featuring economist Robert J. Morgan.

Local business owners are invited to hear Morgan present his economic forecast for 2024. He will discuss current market conditions and what he expects to see in regards to unemployment, housing and the challenges facing business owners in the upcoming year.

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Business
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October 9 council meeting legistation, votes

Posted by Paula Scott on October 11, 2023 - 6:00am

Harvest Festival to be hosted by Bluffton High School Volunteer Club on October 28

The council of the Village of Bluffton held a regular meeting (packet) on Monday, October 9 with the following actions taken:

All items before council were passed with unanimous approval, including:

The third reading of Ordinance No. 10-2023, vacating a portion of the Thurman St. and a portion of an abutting alley.

Street closings:

  • Bluffton University Homecomig entertainment (Glow Party) on Vine Street
    October 21, closed from 12 p.m.-12 a.m.
  • Harvest Festival childrens activities on College Ave.
    October 28, activities from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; road closed fro 7 a.m.-3 p.m.
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Public Meetings
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Eugene Fett worked for Phillips Manufacturing

Posted by Staff on October 11, 2023 - 6:00am

Eugene “Gene” A. Fett, 85, passed away October 9, 2023, at Bridge Hospice Care Center in Findlay. 

Gene was born June 30, 1938 in Beaverdam to Carl and Geneva (Basinger) Fett who preceded him in death. On May 18, 1963 he married Geraldine "Gerry" (Freeman) Fett who survives. 

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Obituaries
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Park district photo contest announced

Posted by Staff on October 11, 2023 - 6:00am

Deadline: September 29

Capture local beauty in the 47th annual Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District 2023 Nature Photography Contest. The invitation is open to photographers of all ages.

Contest Categories:

  • Specific Nature Flora (plants)
  • Specific Nature Fauna (animals)
  • Landscape
  • Parks Potpourri
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