Holiday craft show
Saturday, Dec. 14
10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Vancrest of Ada
Santa will be there
600 W. North Ave., Ada
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Village of Bluffton
Please contact The Icon at info@blufftonicon.com for any organization changes in your listing.
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1 -BLUFFTON TOWN HALL
419-358-2066 - Press 0 for operator
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Accounts Payable
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Bluffton Community Swimming Pool
Press 6
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EMS chief, non-emergency
Jan Basinger, press 5
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Fire Chief, non-emergency
Jon Kinn, press 5
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Income Tax Administrator
Rhonda Hohenbrink, press 2
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Mayor
Richard Johnson, press 3
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Police Chief, non-emergency
Ryan Burkholder, press 4
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Police Sergeant, non-emergency
Matt Oglesbee, press 4
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Street and Water Department
Press 7
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Utilities clerk
Angie Essinger, press 1
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Village Administrator
Jesse Blackburn, press 3
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Village Fiscal Officer
Laura Ewing, press 2
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Waste Water Treatment Plant
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Civic Organizations
Please contact The Icon at info@blufftonicon.com for any organization changes in your listing.
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AA Open Discussion
7:30 p.m., Mondays, and 11:30 a.m., Saturdays at the English Lutheran Church, 111 Grove St
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Al-Anon meetings
7:30 p.m., Mondays, and 11:30 a.m., Saturdays at the English Lutheran Church, 111 Grove St.
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Bereavement Support Group
Meets second Thursday of the month at Restore Community Center in Ada
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Bluffton American Legion Post 382
Dennis Morrison, 419-358-4950
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| Paula Scott, Town Hall, PO Box 142 |
Bluffton Athletic Boosters
Beth Ackerman, 419-204-9913
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Bluffton Boy Scouts
Mike Metzger, 419-358-5598
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Bluffton Bucs Midget football
Zac Kohli, 419-306-2818 or Mitch Geisgie, 419-204-7291
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Bluffton Center for Entrepreneurs
Paula Scott, executive director, 567-525-6667
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Amber Bingley, 419-358-0268 |
| Tom Augsburger, 419-384-3674 |
Bluffton Elementary Parent-Teacher Organization
Crystal Camper, 419-235-7572
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Bluffton Girl Scouts
Girl Scouts of Northwestern Ohio, 888-350-5090
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Bluffton Hospital Auxiliary
Heather Schalk, 419-423-5342
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Bluffton in Bloom
Jesse Blackburn, Village administrator
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Colleen Lazar, 419-429-7605 |
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Bluffton Scrap Artist Quilters
Ruth Grihalva, 419-358-0656
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Bluffton Senior Citizens (Association) Center
132 N. Main St., Tonya Meyer, director, 419-358-8971
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Bluffton Shuffleboard Club
Steve Slaughterbeck, 419-358-5528
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Bluffton Swim Team
Nicole Mikesell, 419-358-0074
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Bluffton Writers Group
Ruth Naylor, 419-358-6309
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Campus Life
Jeremy Basinger, 419-296-9267
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Cancer Support Group
Gloria Bucher, 419-429-2621
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Care Giver Support Group
Tricia Herrman, 419-358-1015, ext. 221
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Fair Trade Town Task Force
Esther Birkey, estherbirkey@gmail.com
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Friends of the Library
Darrell Huber - 419-303-2817, or 419-358-7056
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Gardeners of the Bluffton-Pandora Area
Pat Flinn, 419-358-6766
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Relay for Life/Relay for Hope
Lynda Best, 419-296-2790
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S.H.A.N.N.O.N. Service Club
Duane Bollenbacher - 419-358-7365
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Swiss Community Historical Society
Gary Wetherill, 419-358-1049
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TOPS/KOPS
Sue Rysz, 419-358-4168
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Town Hall Concert Series
Jeff Yoder, 419-979-9126
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Transition Bluffton
Peter Badertscher
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Churches
Please contact The Icon at info@blufftonicon.com for any organization changes in your listing.
| 345 County Line Road - 419-358-0170 | 112 N. Main St. - 419-358-5806 |
| 8905 Columbus Grove Road - 419-358-8588 | 8375 Phillips Road - 419-358-1561 |
| 111 Grove St. - 419-358-2591 | 101 S. Jackson St. - 419-358-5766 |
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First Missionary Church
247 N. Lawn Ave.-419-358-7751
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116 Church St. - 419-358-8921 |
| 223 W. College Ave. - 419-358-5641 | 160 N. Spring St. - 419-358-8631 |
| 835 N. Main St. - 419-358-1382 | 2022 State Route 103 - 419-358-2001 |
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Classified Ads
Santa Day and free communty meal
5:30-7 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 11
Riley Creek Pharmacy, Pandora, welcome you to Santa Day and a free community meal from 5:30 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 11, at the Pandora United Methodist Church, 108 E. Washington St., (State Route 12).
Santa arrives at 6 p.m., Bring the entire family for dinner, Santa pictures and gifts. First National Bank will have crafts for children.
Senior community meal at Columbus Grove Christian Church, 105 S. Broadway St., Columbus Grove, 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 10.
Free luncheon with Bingo and prizes following. Donations are accepted. Sponsored by Hilty Home of Mennonite Communities of Ohio. Call Dee Steffen at 419-384-3218 for more information.
Brauen's Gourds
Christmas open house
Saturday, Dec. 7
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
7140 Tom Fett Road, Blufftyon
Riley Creek Old Time Christmas Tour is from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7. Participates include:
• Bridenbaugh one-room school
14022 Road 6, Pandora (corner Road 6 and M6)
• McCullough Log Cabin
14503 Road 6, Pandora
•Red Fox Cabin
1/8th mile north of 14321 Road 7-L, Pandora
• Riley Creek United Methodist Church
7102 Road M, Ottawa, (intersection Roads M and 7-L)
20% off Minnetonka Moccasins
and Western boots
Springfield Fireworks Gift Shop
490 State Route 103, Bluffton
Open daily 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
419-358-3490
Also carrying antiques and
lots of new gift items at
regular prices
Get your holiday goodies at:
The Dough Hook
117 N. Main St.
Bluffton - 419-369-4264
Meat packages make great gifts!
Tuesdays - Fridays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturdays 8 a.m. to noon
Christmas trees and a lot more
New Leaf Landscape Garden Center
0395 State Route 235
Ada - 419-634-0351
Mondays-Fridays 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sundays Noon to 4 p.m.
www.newleafgardencenter.com
December Bargains of the Month
Family True Value Hardware
109 N. Main St., Bluffton
Mondays-Saturdays
8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
419-358-2866
Sealed bids - The village of Bluffton will receive sealed bids until 11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 27, for a three-year farm cash lease for two of its properities.
Click on the graphic on the right to enlarge and read the bid instructions.
Always Right Driving School with classes at Bath and Columbus Grove - Icon's newest advertiser. Website: https://alwaysrightdrivingschool.com/. Phone 419-303-8142.
ESTATE OF CLARENCE EUGENE BIGELOW
CASE NO. 2019 ES 18 - SEALED BID TERMS & CONDITIONS
PROPERTY: The Property’s are located in The Village of Bluffton, Allen County, Ohio. Each parcel sold separately.
182 E Jefferson St., Bluffton
Tax Parcel Number 28-1205-01-010.000 (.24500 acres +or-)
186 E Jefferson St., Bluffton
Tax Parcel Number 28-1205-01-009.000 (.24500 acres +or-)
0 Railroad St., Bluffton
Tax Parcel Number 28-1205-04-001.001 (.99800 acres +or-)
SEALED BIDS: Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope labeled “Bid for The Estate of Clarence Eugene Bigelow” with the bidder name & telephone number printed on the outside of the envelope & must be delivered to or received at:
Samuel W. Diller Co., LPA
138 N. Main St.
Bluffton, OH 45817
On or before 5 p.m. Dec. 12, 2019.
Only those persons who have submitted a bid prior to 5 P.M. on Dec. 12, 2019, are permitted to participate at the bid opening. Bids will be opened at Samuel W. Diller Co., LPA, 138 N. Main St., Bluffton, on Dec. 12, 2019 (the Bid Opening). Seller reserves the right to permit any bidder who has delivered a sealed bid to raise his bid at Bid Opening.
PAYMENT: Your bidding is not conditional upon financing, so be certain that you have arranged financing, if needed, or are capable of paying cash at closing. Closing shall unconditionally take place on or before 30 days after the Bid Opening. Time is of the essence. All real and personal property is being sold “AS IS”.
ACCEPTANCE OF BIDS: Each successful bidder will be required to enter into a Purchase Agreement at the conclusion of the Bid Opening on Dec. 12, 2019. All bids are subject to approval by Seller, and Seller reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.
DEED: Seller will provide marketable title by Fiduciary Deed at Closing.
Mennonite Home Communities
of Ohio – Volunteer Opportunities
at Bluffton and Pandora
• MHCO invites families with children, students, couples, singles, and retirees for an array of meaningful activities. These include assisting with games, helping with appointments, worship and Bible studies, delivering snacks/water and more.
• Contact Jessica Strahm, Volunteer Coordinator, if you would like to have a rewarding opportunity to make new friends, and a difference in the lives of others.
• Jessica Strahm, Volunteer Coordinator, Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio
JStrahm@mhcoliving.org • 419-358-1015 ext. 248
For rent: Two bedroom one bath apartment. Upstairs unit with enclosed stairway. Kitchen appliances and water included. 216 N Lawn in Bluffton. 575.00 a month. Call 419-296-3786
FOR RENT
3-bedroom house, 1-bathroom, single car garage, 3-season room, central air, storage shed. In a quiet neighborhood in Bluffton. No smoking no pets! Rent$850.00 a month. Call 419-303-5116.
Apartments for Rent:
365 W. Elm St. Bluffton, OH
2-bedrooms & 1-bathroom - $700/month
1-bedroom & 1-bathroom - $550/month
Studio/Efficiency & 1 bathroom - $400/month
• Great location overlooking
beautiful Bluffton University campus
• Short walk to downtown shopping district & restaurants
• Secure, clean & well-maintained non-smoking apartments
• Large outdoor green space
• Spacious living area and bedroom(s)
• Full kitchen and appliances
• Access to a secure storage area
• Water, sewer & trash included in monthly rent
• Onsite parking for one vehicle
Tenant is responsible for electric & cable/internet utilities
Landlord contact information:
Bill Gable • 419-230-1166 • bill@gulfcoast.tax
For Rent: Single family 2 story home on Cherry Street in Bluffton
Updated 4-bedroom 2 bath with 2 ½ car detached garage.
Large lot with big yard and private drive.
$875.00 a month plus $875.00 security deposit.
Pet friendly for an additional $50.00 month
Must sign minimum 1 year rental agreement
Credit check and references required and will be available soon
Call 419-231-3306
New office space for lease. Choose from 1,750 sq. ft. up to 5,250 sq. ft. Highly visible location on Jefferson Street, State Route 103, Bluffton, with easy access parking. 419-306-3228.
For rent, Jefferson St Villas. Spacious 3 bed 2 bath Villa with large kitchen. Kitchen appliances included. All units also include washer and dryer. 995.00 plus utilities. Call 419-296-3786
Four bedroom, two bathroom, apartment for rent and quiet street. Ready to move-in. New paint clean carpets and hardwood floors. Students welcome, call 419-231-0741 for details.
Eastside Apartments
606 E. Lincoln Ave.
Ada, OH 45810
Call 419-303-8869 for availability
Realtor owned
For rent - Senior housing 62 and older or disabled of any age. Bluffton Riley View, 115 E. College Ave., Bluffton. Office open Mondays to Fridays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 419-358-4616, fax 419-358-0275. TDD 1-800-750-0750.
NEWLY RENOVATED
VANCE STREET APARTMENTS
137 Vance St.
Bluffton, Ohio 45817
Immediate availability for income based efficiency and 1 bedroom apartments for 55 years old and up. Income guidelines are:
1 person $20,450
2 persons $23,400
Call: 419-358-7795
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays
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If so, check out the Icon's $99 special snow removal classified ad offer. For $99 the Icon will post your snow removal classified ad now through the end of March, 2020.
It run continually in our "Snow Removal" section. Send us your name or company name, phone number or e-mail address and we'll post your ad immediately.
We'll send you a one-time invoice once your ad is posted. Send ad to: info@blufftonicon.com (or info@adaicon.com). Your listing will be posted on Bluffton Icon and Ada Icon.
David Lugibihl ag-business
personal retirement auction
10 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 7 •
6705 Tom Fett Road, Bluffton
Inspection date: 9 a.m. to noon
Monday, Dec. 2
Clean line of equipment, antique tractors and trucks, primitives/antiques, farm toys and a lot of shop tools and parts. Will have 2 rings. Bring a trailer, as a loader will be available to help load on sale day.
SchraderAution.com • 800-451-2709
CLICK ON THE GRAPHIC TO VIEW THE 4-PAGE AUCTION CATALOG.
GROB SYSTEMS, INC. North American headquarters in Bluffton, Ohio specializes in the design and production of machines and automation for the automotive, aerospace, medical, and die/mold industries.
GROB’s product line includes machining centers, flexible manufacturing systems, transfer machines, ancillary assembly machines, leak test machines, gantries and automation, and complete assembly lines for engine and transmission assembly.
Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for performing highly diversified duties to troubleshoot, repair and maintain facility equipment according to safety and productive maintenance systems and processes. This position will be responsible for the management, coordination, and delegation of maintenance work for the department. The ideal applicant is able to effectively organize and prioritize tasks whether they are preventative/scheduled or emergency in nature and build rapport and trust with employees and management.
Roles & Responsibilities:
HVAC equipment upkeep and repairs including chillers, boilers and building automation
Air compressor and industrial air dryer upkeep and maintenance
Overhead crane maintenance and troubleshooting
Basic electrical repairs
Perform a variety of light carpentry functions
Properly complete service documentation
Other general facilities maintenance tasks including snow removal, plumbing, office furniture repairs, basic office remodeling, etc.
Ability to work a flexible schedule (as needed) that will require on-call nights, weekends, and during severe weather
Education & Experience Requirements:
High school diploma/GED minimum, Associate’s Degree or Certificate in Industrial or Building Maintenance preferred
5+ years of maintenance supervision experience in a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of general maintenance, plumbing, electric and HVAC
Knowledge of local and state building and fire codes, laws, and regulations
General Requirements:
Excellent housekeeping skills
Excellent organizational and analytical skills
Self-motivated and team player
Willing to work overtime as needed
Strong communication and customer service skills
GROB offers a competitive wage as well as an excellent benefit package including vacation, health, prescription, dental, vision, STD, life, 401K, and shift premiums.
If interested in applying please e-mail: employment@grobsystems.com
Check us out: www.grobgroup.com
Blanchard Valley Health System - To view career openings in the Blanchard Valley Health System please click here.
OHIO MEANS JOBS is an agency of the State of Ohio.
• CLICK HERE to view jobs listed within 10 miles of BLUFFTON.
• CLICK HERE to view jobs listed within 10 miles of ADA.
Ohio Northern University - Office of Human Resources, 525 S.. Main St., Ada, Ohio 45810, employment opportunities. Click here for current job postings.
