The Bluffton American Legion Post 382 presented awards on Monday Dec. 3 to six Bluffton High School students for their participation in an annual test about Americanism. Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors were eligible to take the test.
The Americanism and Government Test Program is an opportunity for the high school student to evaluate him or herself in American government and history through this statewide test program. Over 90,000 students participate annually in this project.
Note:Derek Woods, Bluffton University student and Icon intern, recently played in his final-ever college football game. Derek is a Broadcasting and Journalism Major from Springfield, and was starting safety for the Bluffton University football team. We invited him to write a reflection on his football career.
Town and Country Flowers won second place in the Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce downtown holiday window decorating contest. Here's a look at the window. First place is Citizens National Bank and third place is The Curling Icon.
"Christmas at the Farm" will be held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15 at the Hardin Historic Village and Farm, located on Fairground Road in Kenton, according to Linda Iams, Director.
Activities include sleigh rides by the Black Swamp Buggy Club, a performance by the Peaceful Strings Dulcimers, an appearance by Santa and plenty of refreshments.
Bluffton University senior Thomas Gingrich (Goshen, Ind/Goshen) has been named Second Team Academic All-America by CoSida.
Gingrich, a biology and pre-medicine major with a 3.89 GPA, was named First Team Academic All-District honoree as a junior. A four-year starter at right tackle for the Beavers, Gingrich was also a three-time Academic All-HCAC performer.
Bluffton residents are invited to enter this year’s Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce residential Christmas lighting contest. You may win some neat cash prizes.
Here’s how it works:
The contest is open to any residence within the Village of Bluffton corporation limits. The corporation expanded this year, so, for example, residents on Dixie Highway south to and Southgate Lanes are now eligible to enter the contest.
