You are here

Home

All Bluffton Icon News

Watch a 1981 Bluffton video

Featuring a sixth grade newscast on WBGU TV
Posted by Fred Steiner on June 21, 2020 - 2:37pm

Somewhere in Bluffton's attic this classic video emerged. You won't want to miss it.

Created in 1981 by WBGU TV, it features a newscast presented by Bluffton sixth graders, who at the time, attended classes in Beaverdam. 

Featured in the video are students John Friesen, Annette Herr, Tina Herr, Sonia Weaver and Sheri Badertscher.

News features in the program include the Bluffton College science center, Lois Wetherill, the Bluffton News and Dr. B.W. Travis model railroad.

Sit back and enjoy Bluffton from 39 years ago.

 

 

Section: 
People
»

Weekend doctor: What is a forensic nurse?

Eleven active forensic nurses serve victims of violence in Hancock and Allen County hospitals
Posted by Fred Steiner on June 20, 2020 - 6:30am

By Mindy Lause, RN
Blanchard Valley Health System
Emergency Department

With social justice issues like human trafficking, sexual assault and intimate partner violence in the media, one might ask: “What is a forensic nurse?”

A forensic nurse is a registered nurse who blends the holistic care of nursing to the body, mind and spirit—to include principles from the law, medicine and science.

A forensic patient is an individual who has a healthcare issue and intersects with the legal system.

Section: 
Blanchard Valley Health System
»

Summer poison prevention tips

How to avoid common summertime poison hazards
Posted by Fred Steiner on June 20, 2020 - 6:13am

This column is provided by the Ohio Northern University HealthWise Pharmacy.

 When the summertime heat is on, it's time to get outside, enjoy time with family and have fun. To keep your family safe this summer, check out these summer poison prevention tips.

Section: 
Health Services
»

Bill Ramseyer finalist for membership in the 2021 College Football Hall of Fame

He has 30 years of coaching experience, compiling a career college football record of 176–104–4
Posted by Fred Steiner on June 19, 2020 - 2:29pm

Bluffton resident Bill Ramseyer is a finalist for membership in the 2021 College Football Hall of Fame.

The announcement was released by the Hall, located in Atlanta, Ga., earlier this week.

Ramseyer, a 1954 Bluffton High School and 1958 Bluffton College graduate, has more than 30 years of coaching experience, compiling a career college football record of 176–104–4.

Section: 
Sports
»

Summer kids' camp - adventure awaits

Bluffton Family Recreation weekday camp is a popular youth event
Posted by Fred Steiner on June 19, 2020 - 1:57pm

Bluffton Family Recreation summer camp is underway and there's still room for additional campers, according to Daniel Tinch, BFR executive director. Registration is now available by calling BFR at 419-358-4150, or registering online by clicking here.

Nearly 20 youth have attended camps during its first two weeks and a staff of four lead the sessions. 

"BFR summer camp is a full day experience, designed with a wide range of activities guaranteed to expand your child’s horizons. It is open to youth ages 5 to 12," said Tinch. 

Section: 
Bluffton Family YMCA
»

Kayaks on the quarry

Posted by Fred Steiner on June 19, 2020 - 1:51pm

What a great way to spend a summer afternoon. Two boaters in kayaks enjoy the calm waters of the National Quarry. More photos are part of this series.

»

Pages