Ayla Grandey, Bluffton Sardines swim team member, puts finishing touches on her "Go Bluffton" tee-shirt during a Monday morning spirit day held by swim team members. This weekend Bluffton Community Swimming Pool is host to the Western Ohio Acquatics League swim meet. See the story below for details.
Bluffton will be swimming knee-deep in visitors on Friday and Saturday – 2,000+ visitors!
The Bluffton Community Swimming Pool is host to the league meet of the Western Ohio Aquatic League (WOAL). Bluffton officials putting on the meet anticipate between 500 and 600 swimmers (between the ages of 4 and 18). Add parents and fans and there will be 2000-plus visitors in town.
U.S. Navy Ensign Ryan W. Benroth, son of Melvin and Jacqui Benroth of Columbus Grove, graduated from the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md., on May 24 and was commissioned as an Officer in the U.S. Navy.
ENS Benroth successfully completed four years of academic, physical, and professional training, resulting in a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Mechanical Engineering, with a focus on energy and propulsion.
BFR Sports and Fitness will host a Challenger British Soccer Camp July 29 to Aug. 2, according to Carole Enneking, director.
This international soccer program combines a strong emphasis on fundamental foot skills with an upbeat, positive camp environment. Challenger Camps are staffed by soccer players/coaches from the United Kingdom.
Campers (ages 4-16) may choose between morning and evening sessions (or combine both sessions for a full day experience).
Street painting in Bluffton - this time by the Allen County Enginineer's Office takes place next week, according to Jamie Mehaffie, village administrator.
Mehaffie will update Bluffton council on Monday evening on the Engineer's Office plan to perform the double-yellow striping on village roads, weather permitting.
The village service department will also preparing to complete its annual street striping. The village handes cross walks, parking spots and stop bars.
