Bluffton's Bingo night coming
Time for Bingo. The Village Cut N Curl Relay for Life team plans a Bingo night in Bluffton in early March. Click here for details.
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There are 29 images in this gallerySat, 05/15/2010 - 6:49pmMarch students of the month at Bluffton Middle School were recently announced. Click here to view their photos.They follow:
6th grade:
Cole Harlow is the son of Craig and Misti Harlow, Bluffton. Cole participates on a soccer and a basketball team. He is a Maple Crest volunteer. In his spare time he likes to play soccer or his guitar.Taylor Monday is the daughter of Dan and Tracy Monday, Bluffton.
Taylor is a member of the BMS choir. She plays softball, volleyball and basketball. Taylor is a member at the BFR and in her spare time she likes to play sports.7th grade:
Robert Zeits is the son of Clair and Victoria Zeits, Columbus Grove.
Roger participates on the BFR U-15 soccer team. He is a member of the Boy Scout troop 256 and in his spare time he likes to play with his dog, does archery, plays basketball, and plays at the pellet gun range.Eric Sheehan is the daughter of Mike and Sue Sheehan, Bluffton.
Erica is a member of the BMS Choir and is a cheerleader. She is currently playing on the MS softball team. She is in dance and in her spare time she likes to play softball, travel, and hang out with her friends.8th grade:
Joey Bischoff is the son of Joe and Melissa Bischoff, Bluffton. Joey participates in recycling, and in his spare time likes to play video games and sometimes read.Cheyenne Treen is the daughter of Tana Hattery of Findlay and Earl Treen, Bluffton. Cheyenne is a member of the BMS choir and participates on a tri-county softball team. In her spare time she likes to play softball and hang out with her friends.
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There are 4 images in this galleryWed, 02/03/2010 - 8:34pmGregg Luginbuhl's ceramic works Rustic Decanter V, Rustic Decanter VI, and Rustic Decanter w/Five Cups, are currently on display in the invitational exhibition Form Figure Function: Contemporary Ohio Ceramics at the Springfield Museum of Art through April 3. The exhibition features sculptural, figural, and functional clay work by 17 Ohio contemporary ceramic artists. The show will travel to the Zanesville Art Center and the Canton Art Institute following its run in Springfield.
At the opening reception of this show on Jan.y 30, Gregg learned that two of these institutiions had acquired one of his works for their permanent collections: Rustic Decanter VI was purchased by the Canton Art Institute, while Rustic Decanter V was purchased by the Springfield Museum of Art.
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There are 9 images in this gallerySun, 02/07/2010 - 12:46pmBluffton was hit with several inches of snow on the evening of Feb. 5 and early morning hours of Feb. 6. Here are some "clean up" photos from Feb. 6.
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There are 4 images in this gallerySat, 02/06/2010 - 2:55pmBluffton middle school student Elizabeth Nisly wanted to help the people in Haiti following the earthquake in that island nation. She organized a fund-raiser dinner at her church, Grace Mennonite, Pandora. Here are photos of her preparing for the event. The dinner raised $4,333.54.
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There are 6 images in this gallerySat, 04/17/2010 - 9:34pmHere are photos of the 2009-10 Southgate Lanes youth bowling league champs, runners-up and special award winners.
Eagles League
Champions -Team Name "The Platypi Who Bowl" From left to right. Trevor Bunch, Noah Woodruff, Ryan Sprague (Not Pictured, Connor Dawson)
Runner Up - Team Name "Team #8" From left to right. Zach Baxter, Ben Baxter (Not Pictured, Gavin Hofferbert.
Special Awards - From left to right:
Ashley Sickles (Girls high average, 95. And girls high two game series, 269)
Trevor Bunch (Boys high average, 107. And boys high two game series, 274)
Kaden Reneker (Boys high game, 151)
Molly McCracken (Girls high game, 134)
FRONT ROW - Megan Davis girls most improved average, 66 last year to 90 this year. (Not Pictured, Casey Purcell most improved for the boys, 48 last year to 83 this year.)Hot Shot League
Champions - Team Name "Southgate Pin Killaz" Back row from left to right. Katie Palte, Kory Enneking, Tyler Snyder, FRONT ROW (BLACK SHIRT) Richie Streicher.
Runner Up - Team Name "Yo Mama" from left to right: Jacob Scalf, Scott Shumaker (Not pictured, John Steiner, Kyle Kahle)
Special Awards - From left to right:
McKenna Reneker, girls high game, 147.
Katie Frazier most improved average for the girls, 80 to 94.
Katie Palte, girls high average, 144. also, girls high series 347.
Kory Enneking, boys high game 209.
FRONT ROW. Taylor Reineke, most improved average for the boys, 136 last year to 167 this year. Boys high average, 167. Boys highest 2 game series 414.In addition to the teams photos, the following are adult junior scotch doubles tourney winners.
C DIVISION.
3rd place - Adult - Tip Pearson. Junior - Zavier O'Neal. Score : 600
2nd place TIE Adult - Tonya Frazier. Junior - Libby Frazier. Score : 605
2nd place TIE - Adult - Natalie Basinger. Junior - Brady Basinger. Score : 6051st place - Adult - Tip Pearson. Junior - Arielle O'Neal. Score : 640
B DIVISION.
3rd place - Adult - Jaime Hoffer. Junior - Kaleb Jefferson. Score : 605
2nd place - Adult - J.P. Bunch. Junior - Trevor Bunch. Score : 6151st place - Adult - Paul Businger. Junior - Kaden Reneker. Score : 626
A DIVISION.
3rd place - Adult - Angie Palte. Junior - Katie Palte. Score : 608
2nd place - Adult - Bean Falk. Junior - Dustin Falk. Score : 6281st place - Adult - Mike Streicher. Junior - Richie Streicher. Score : 668
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There are 8 images in this galleryFri, 04/23/2010 - 8:51pmIf Bluffton is a Blaze of Lights in December, in April it is a Blaze of Blooms. Here is a sample of the trees and shrubs that make our village such an interesting place to walk and enjoy the beauty of the natural world.
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There are 4 images in this gallerySun, 04/25/2010 - 4:27pmThe Bluffton Tree Commission's Arbor Day event including the planting of trees at the Benroth Bridge. Assisting in the planting were two of the daughters of the late Gene and Evenlyn Benroth, Janette Reineke and husband, Sam, and Beverly Amstutz and husband, Bob.
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There are 5 images in this galleryMon, 05/10/2010 - 4:02pmThese photos accompany the story by Steve Stratton on the history of Stratton Greenhouse.
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There are 10 images in this galleryMon, 05/31/2010 - 6:54pmAngela Green captured the essence of a small-town Memorial Day celebration with this photos of Bluffton's observance on May 31, 2010.
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There are 18 images in this galleryMon, 06/07/2010 - 8:14pmPictures taken at the old cemetery on Jefferson Street (across from the old Movie Gallery). These graves date back to the Revolutionary War and are a remarkable sight to see. Included in this collection is a photo of the gravestone of Joseph DeFord. In 1838 he platted out the town into 19 lots and called it Shannon in honor of Wilson Shannon, governor of Ohio. (Photos by Kerry Bush for The Icon)
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There are 15 images in this galleryThu, 06/10/2010 - 8:46pmPictures taken at the Bluffton Elementary and Middle Schools as children leave after the last day of the 2009-2010 school year. The last day of school was Thursday, June 3. (Photos by Angela Green)
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There are 11 images in this galleryThu, 06/10/2010 - 9:12pmPictures of the Red Cross Blood Drive held at St. Mary's Catholic Church on June 10 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. (Photos by Angela Green.
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There are 17 images in this gallerySat, 08/14/2010 - 8:08pmPhotos of events and people from Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio
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There are 20 images in this galleryTue, 06/29/2010 - 5:00pmJamie Nygaard photographed Bluffton's Hometown Amerifest for The Bluffton Icon. Here are some of the photos she took of the event.
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There are 15 images in this galleryMon, 06/28/2010 - 8:23pm
Pictures of the Bluffton Relay for Life held at the stadium on June 26 and 27 (Photos by Angela Green).
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There are 13 images in this galleryMon, 06/28/2010 - 8:42pmPictures of Bluffton's Amerifest fireworks on June 26 (Photos by Angela Green).
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There are 2 images in this galleryThu, 07/01/2010 - 5:40pmAlice Lora took these photos of Swiss Day 2010.
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There are 28 images in this galleryFri, 07/30/2010 - 6:20pmHere are the feature photos from The Icon home page in July 2010.
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There are 11 images in this gallerySun, 08/01/2010 - 10:00amThe Bluffton Area Ministerial Association sponsored its annual community worship service on Aug. 1, 2010, on the Bluffton Presbyterian Church lawn.
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There are 5 images in this gallerySun, 08/01/2010 - 8:47pmHere are photos of performers in the 2010-11 Bluffton University Artist Series.
All performances will be at 7:30 p.m. in Yoder Recital Hall, beginning Sept. 30 with the Massenkoff Russian Folk Festival, starring singer Nik
Second in the series will be Percussion Group Cincinnati, on Oct. 21. The three-member group has awakened concert audiences to a wider world of music since 1979, using everything from amplified cactus needles, newspapers and garbage cans to the traditional sounds of drums, cymbals and bells from around the world.
Ringing in the new year on Jan. 20 will be one of the most respected brass ensembles in the U.S., Cleveland-based Burning River Brass. Composed of 12 of the finest brass and percussion players in the country, BRB offers a repertoire including fresh arrangements of classic works, as well as original music written specifically for the group, which has released four CDs.
Pianist Martina Filjak will take the Bluffton stage on March 3. Since her debut in her native Croatia at age 12, Filjak has developed an extensive repertoire of piano concertos, performing regularly in her home country and abroad.
Wrapping up the series on March 31 will be the touring All-American Boys Chorus. Under the direction of Wesley Martin, the chorus includes more than 30 boys ages 9-14. In its 40-year history, the Costa Mesa, Calif.-based ensemble has produced five full-length albums and has appeared on the Disney Channel, with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra and in the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade.
Also among its television credits have been commercials for Mazda and KFC.Single-admission and season tickets may be purchased for the series. Individual event prices are $25 for adults and $20 for senior citizens and students. Season tickets are $75 for adults and $65 for senior citizens and students.
A family pass is also available for $50, allowing parents who purchase one adult season ticket to obtain a season pass that will admit all children in the family, ages 6-18, to all five performances. Children ages 5 and under are admitted free.
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There are 6 images in this galleryTue, 08/31/2010 - 11:25amBluffton University has unveiled a new version of its Beaver mascot. Here are some photos of Beaver mascots from the past and the 2010 version.
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There are 4 images in this gallerySat, 09/04/2010 - 3:16pmPHOTOS PROVIDED BY BFR. CLICK ON IMAGE TO ENLARGE
Michael Hoblet won the fifth annual BFR benefit 5K Race on Sept. 4. The 60 race participants traveled through Bluffton including the university and part of the Mennonite Memorial Home property..
Hoblet won with a time of 17:10.0, and beat out the 2009 winner, Ken Basinger. The top female finisher was Jessica Arthur with a time of 21:19.1.
Twelve participated in the Pump n Run Challenge that included multiple lifts prior to the start of the race. Kurt Kuhlman and Randy Barnhart took 15 minutes off their race time with the challenge. Diedre Latham and Timothy Smathers successfully completed 29 repetitions to drop their 5K time by 14.4 minutes.
"BFR was proud of the 16 participants who completed their first 5K ever. The 16 included seven women who had worked out at BFR this summer in preparation for this event," said Carole Enneking of BFR.
She added that two area families came out in full to support BFR with the 5K. The Young family included Kendy and son, Luke, who have run together before, with thevaddition of father, Brian, and daughter, Cara. The Latham family from Pandora have participated in the BFR race in prior years. Families members include father, John with children, Jessica, Diedre and Tyler.
"Special thanks go to the Bluffton Police Department and Evan Skilliter forleading the race. Numerous volunteers, including the local cub scouts and boy scouts, assisted with offering course direction, time, and water stations, said Enneking.
For more information about BFR Sports and Fitness, call 419-358-4150,visit the website www.bfronline.com or stop by the facility located at 215 Snider Road in Bluffton.For race results visit The Icon "Forms" page.
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There are 13 images in this gallerySun, 09/05/2010 - 3:32pmHere are photos that represent gourds still in the fields, gourds drying, gourds taking on a design, and some finished products. You may click on the images to enlarge them.
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There are 4 images in this galleryTue, 09/14/2010 - 3:05pmBluffton University unveiled plans for a new Health and Fitness Education Center on Sept. 14. Here are drawings of that building.
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There are 36 images in this galleryWed, 03/23/2011 - 8:57pmOCTOBER 2010
6th Grade:
Kristen Yost, daughter of Jason and Jennifer Yost, Bluffton.
Kristen is a member of the BMS Strings and band programs. She attends Stonbridge Church of God in Findlay and is in Dance at Cindy's Tap on Wood in Columbus Grove.Isaac Andreas, son of Jan Wiebe and Jonathan Andreas, Bluffton. Isaac was a member of Quiz Bowl last year and is currently taking private lessons for violin. He attends the First Mennonite Church and is in the youth group. He plays indoor soccer at the BFR.
7th Grade:
Mia Edwards is the daughter of Angel Lombardo, Bluffton and Ben Edwards, Rockport. Mia is a member of the BMS Strings and Band programs.Dylan Whitlow is the son of Tammy Whitlow, Bluffton and Warren Whitlow of Hunter Town, Ind. Dylan is a member of the BMS choir. He attends church at the Lima Community Church and is in the youth group. He is in 4-H and attends Club JV.
8th Grade:
Kiya Schlievert is the daughter of Julie and Brian Schlievert, Bluffton.
Kiya play the flute for the BMS band and is planning on running track in the spring. She attends youth group.Eric Prater is the son of Kelly and Bill Baker of Columbus Grove, and Rich Prater of Alger. Eric plays football, basketball, baseball and wrestles.
SEPTEMBER 2010
6th Grade:
Tyler McLaughlin, son of Jim and Lisa McGlaughlin, Bluffton. Tyler is a member of the Bluffton Bucs football team and plays basketball and baseball. He attends St. Mary's Catholic Church.Sarah Theisen, daughter of Bill and Beth Theisen, Bluffton. Sarah is a member of the BMS choir and band, and is trying out for the BMS quiz bowl team. She is a Girl Scout, plays BFR soccer, and attends St. Mary's Catholic church.
7th Graders:
Rachel Moser, daughter of Bruce and Cindy Moser, Bluffton. Rachel is a member of the BMS choir and band. She attends Ebenezer Mennonite church and plays BFR soccer.Blake Sampson, son of Adrian Smallwood, Bluffton.
Blake is a member of the Bluffton Bucs football team. He attends a church in Lima.8th Graders:
Rebekah Stuard, daughter of Carl and Cheryl Stuard, Forest. Rebekah volunteers at the Bluffton Public Library during the summer reading program.Colin Thierjung, son of Scott and Connie Walther, Bluffton. Colin plays baseball and is a member of the BMS wrestling team.
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There are 9 images in this galleryThu, 10/28/2010 - 9:16pmHere is a sampling of Halloweeners in Bluffton on Oct. 28, 2010.
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There are 9 images in this galleryTue, 11/02/2010 - 8:53pmTake 175 pounds of peanuts, add 180 pounds of sugar, 84 containers of Karo syrup, mix in some Blue Bonnet margarine, baking soda, and if you do it just right you'll create peanut brittle. Bluffton Senior Citizens, of course, have the secret recipe. They are creating the candy each Monday in November. The candy costs only $4.50 a pound and is available while the supply lasts. It takes a crew of between 25 and 30 volunteers each Monday to create the candy. Here are some views of the production line from Nov. 1.
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There are 8 images in this galleryFri, 11/05/2010 - 8:02pmBreaking news --- At 3 p.m. on Nov. 6, 2010, a 6-point buck broke the front window of Luke's Bar and Grill. It entered the bar and for 30 seconds tried to escape. Finally, the buck bolted out the back door and disappeared. Here are photos from the bar's security cameras. Also included is a photo of the staff in front of the window.
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There are 26 images in this gallerySun, 01/02/2011 - 9:56amHere is a collection of light display from across Bluffton that represent the 2010 Christmas season.
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