In light of renewed community concerns about pedestrian safety at the intersection of College Avenue and Main Street, the members of the Bluffton Library Board would like to publicly express our support for a traffic signal at that intersection. We applaud the past efforts of Paula Scott and others who have diligently worked to improve the situation. However, we believe that the return of a traffic signal is the safest solution. On behalf of our patrons and other community members, we fully support any efforts to reinstall a traffic light at this intersection.
At 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 8, folks interested in creating a Bluffton history organization and museum will be meeting on the third floor of Town Hall, 154 N. Main. Coordinator Dan Groman is sending out reminders including:
- Come with some ideas of names for this organization
- Think about helping as an officer
- Bring ideas on chartering and getting established
Please forward this invitation to anyone else that is interested in creating a Bluffton area historical society and museum.
The Bluffton wrestling team hosted a triangular dual match Tuesday night, January 31.
Mohawk beat Bluffton 57-14, and the Pirates lost 34-9 to Upper Sandusky.
Mohawk also defeated US 47-23 to sweep the event.
The Pirates led early vs. Mohawk after two forfeit wins and a pin by Jaiden Smith at 126 lbs. But the visitors took the last 10 matches with seven forfeits, two pins and a decision to win.
Against the Rams, Bluffton won five bouts by forfeit. Pirate senior Isaiah Mikesell won his match over Compton at 165 lbs.
OTTAWA–Northwest Physical Therapy (NWPT) has announced the hiring of Sarah Ricker as Vice President of Public Relations for the privately owned therapy provider. Since opening in 1993, the company has grown to include locations in Ottawa, Lima, Delphos and Bluffton.
Dorothy F. Hartman, 78, passed away January 31, 2023 at the Mennonite Memorial Home, Bluffton. Dorothy was born December 29, 1944 in Bluffton to the late Cecil and Esther (Yant) Hartman.
Dorothy graduated from Bluffton High School. She retired from Triplett Corporation in Bluffton and was involved with operating the family farm. Dorothy was a member of the First Missionary Church, Bluffton and loved walking, being outside and enjoying nature.
Dorothy is survived by her close friends that were very dear to her.
The Bluffton Senior Center newsletter and calendar for February 2023 outlines the many activities available for members of the nonprofit center located at 132 N. Main St.
This week, the center hosts a Community Meal at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 2. Next Monday at noon, members are invited to a noon potluck with Brocolli Soup as the entree.
The Pandora-Gilboa Rockets welcomed Putnam County League rival Columbus Grove to the Launch Pad for a mid-week match-up for State Route 12 bragging rights. The Rockets found themselves down ten points late in the third quarter, but battled all the way back, to sneak away with a hard fought 46-43 PCL win.
Bluffton University’s library director, Carrie Phillips, will speak about “Mennonite Hymnals in the Special Collections of Musselman Library” at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 5, in the Reading Room of Musselman Library.
Phillips will share about the genealogy of the “Voices Together” hymnal accompanied by an exhibit of Bluffton University’s hymnal collection.
Chaplain Gary Dipnarine of Bluffton American Legion Post 382 has announced a worship service to mark the Sacrifice of Four Armed Forces Chaplains during World War II, which will take place during the Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023 worship service at the Beaverdam Church of Christ, 308 East Main St.
The public is invited to attend the service, which begins at 10:30 a.m.
Legion officials and clergymen are planning special programs for the observance of the 80th Anniversary of the sinking of the USS Dorchester and the heroism demonstrated by the four chaplains.
