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Read me a story, please

Posted by Fred Steiner on April 2, 2020 - 3:05pm

Many family pets are learning new tricks this spring, including hearing some interesting stories read aloud to them. Maggie Ellerbrock reads to her dog, Maverick. Maggie is a Bluffton second grader in Mrs. Liechty's class. The Icon will post photos of students learning in an at-home setting. Send photos, art work, writing assignments and class projects to: [email protected].

 

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Calculate your coronavirus check here

Link to the Washington Post
Posted by Fred Steiner on April 2, 2020 - 2:56pm

A link on today’s Washington Post allows taxpayers to calculate how much individuals will received from the $1,200 (or more) coronavirus checks.

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Regional news
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OHSAA exploring extending spring sports to June and July

Mandated No-Contact period extended through May 1
Posted by Fred Steiner on April 2, 2020 - 11:14am

News from the Ohio High School Athletic Association indicates that it is possible that spring high school sports may extend into June and July. Here is a news release from OHSAA concerning spring sports as it stands today, April 2.

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Sports
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Bluffton senior says unique experiences shape her education

Lydia Lugibihl from Pandora is a food and nutrition major
Posted by Fred Steiner on April 1, 2020 - 4:39pm

Lydia Lugibihl, a senior food and nutrition major with a concentration in business, utilized her minors in marketing and business administration to enhance her experience at Bluffton University. 

The Pandora native spent the spring 2019 semester in Washington, D.C., at the Washington Community Scholars’ Center (WCSC), and this fall she joined the student leadership team of the Bluffton Bread Company. 

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Bluffton University
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Trout derby moves to June 7

Posted by Fred Steiner on April 1, 2020 - 4:20pm

Tom Augsburger, Bluffton Sportsman's Club president,  has announced that this year's trout derby will move to Sunday, June 7.

The cause is two-fold: the recent flooding of the Buckey and the COVID-19 virus.

Watch the Icon for additional updates.

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Regional news
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Today is U.S. Census Day

Here are three ways to participate: • Online • Via phone • Mail
Posted by Fred Steiner on April 1, 2020 - 4:12pm

Wednesday, April 1, 2020 is Census Day in the United States.

While Bluffton is inundated with news and updates about the current health crisis, it’s important to know that the 2020 Census is still happening and that it is a very important priority for our community.  

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