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Sardines open season with win in Ada

Story and photos by Cort Reynolds

The visiting Bluffton Sardines outswam Ada-Lost Creek Gators in West Ohio Aquatic League dual meet action Thursday night, June 9.

The Sardines won the combined boys-girls team event with scores of 465-274 over the Gators. The Sardine boys won 235-153, while the Sardine girls won 230-121.

Bluffton's Kari Diller won five races in the 11-12 age bracket to lead the girls.. 

Bluffton's Camden Verb won four individual races in the 11-12 age bracket to pace the boys.

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Weekend Doctor: Monkeypox

By William Kose, MD, JD
Vice President of Special Projects, Blanchard Valley Health System

Just when we think we are turning the corner on COVID-19, despite its numerous variants, another infection is causing headlines. Monkeypox … what is it? Where did it come from? How does it spread? Do I need to be worried?

June 9 Beaverdam Bunch report

By Matthew Piehl
Beaverdam Bunch 4-H Club

  • The Beaverdam Bunch had their first group of demonstrations on June 6.
  • The last day for Jr. Fair entries is July 1; be sure to sign up online before then.
  • You will also need to schedule special interest judging times online for August 18.
  • Livestock exhibitors need to schedule a time slot for judging on August 13. All judging will be held at the fairgrounds.
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The Centre brings back Foodie Tuesdays

Foodie Tuesday are back at The Centre at Bluffton beginning on June 14. 

Numerous food trucks will be available at The Centre, 601 N. Main St. The event lasts from 4:00-7:30 p.m. and will repeat on the second Tuesday of the month in July and August.

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Free Pandora concert to feature '60s Survivor Band

A free outdoor concert will be held from 7:00-9:30 p.m. on June 24 at the Pandora Community Center (Arthur-Lugibihl Community Center), 301 N. Jefferson St.

The concert features the '60s Survivors Band, playing “Fun Music From the '60s Decade."

What if it rains? A backup date of Saturday, June 25 has also been announced.

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Invitation to support Bluffton-Pandora National Night Out

Fun-filled event with local first responders

The Bluffton and Pandora Police Departments, as well as the Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce, are planning for the 8th annual National Night Out celebration to be held on Tuesday, August 2 at the Bluffton Community Pool. The event is an opportunity for community members to enjoy a fun-filled evening with area first-responders including the Bluffton, Beaverdam and Pandora police, fire and EMS departments.

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