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Denecker: "Voucher plan could impact Bluffton in the future"

When these scholarships vouchers are taken to private schools, $4,650 is assigned to K-8 students while $6,000 is designated for students in grades 9-12.  When this happens, money is taken away from public school districts
Posted by Fred Steiner on January 31, 2020 - 1:40pm

Bluffton school superintendent has commented on the new school voucher plan that will impact Ohio public school. Those comments are part of the Bluffton school winter newsletter. His comments follow:

By Greg Denecker, Bluffton school superintendent
You may have seen various news reports regarding the new school voucher plan that is potentially going to impact 426 school districts in the state of Ohio.  

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Regional news
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Citizens National Bank blows out 100 candles today

Local bank opened its doors on Jan. 31, 1920
Posted by Fred Steiner on January 31, 2020 - 1:11pm

One-hundred years ago today – Jan. 31, 1920 – Citizens National Bank opened its doors for the first time in Bluffton.

 With $50,000 in capital and approximately four employees, it began a legacy of community banking now extending to 10 offices reaching 11 primary counties in Ohio and employing about 160 people. 

Each attendee at the 1920 opening received an apple in appreciation for their business. In honor of that tradition, all CNB offices will have apples available for its customers today.

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Business
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NWC leader Grove stymies Lady Pirates

Libby Schaadt scores 14 for Bluffton
Posted by Fred Steiner on January 31, 2020 - 9:44am

By Cort Reynolds
BLUFFTON - Visiting league leader Columbus Grove smothered Bluffton in a 42-26 Northwest Conference girls basketball slowdown showdown Thursday night.

Bluffton trailed 10-4 after one period, and Grove extended the lead to 23-12 at halftime of the low-scoring contest. CG inched ahead 32-17 after three quarters, and went on to win by 16.

Lady Pirate senior post Libby Schaadt scored 14 points to lead 
Bluffton. Kayla White added seven markers and drained the lone Pirate triple.  

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February brake and rotor special

Posted by Fred Steiner on January 31, 2020 - 8:54am

Leiber's Garage in Bluffton and Tommy Tire in Ada has a February brake and rotor special offer, according to Tom Dotson.

The $50 off per axle offer includes:
• Free brake inspection
• Installation of new brake pads with limited lifetime parts warranty and new rotors.

In Bluffton - Leiber's Garage, 130 Vance St., 419-358-7006
In Ada - Tommy Tire, 3230 State Route 309, 419-634-8401

 

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Business
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Concerned about climate change?

Climate Advocate workshop at library on Feb. 8
Posted by LizGH on January 31, 2020 - 6:00am

Are you concerned about climate change?

Become a Climate Advocate by joining the Citizen’s Climate Lobby (CCL), a nationwide bipartisan group, dedicated to lobbying Congress for climate solutions.

Anyone interested should attend the Climate Advocate Training workshop on Saturday, Feb. 8 at the library (in the Monroe Room) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

Representatives from CCL will cover their mission and values, history and successes, the structure of local chapters, and relevant skills. This workshop is part of establishing a local CCL chapter.

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Regional news
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ONU Choreographers Showcase this weekend

Performances on Saturday and Sunday at The Freed Center
Posted by LizGH on January 31, 2020 - 6:00am

ONU School of Visual and Performing Arts presents ONU Choreographers Showcase in two performances this weekend at The Freed Center, according to Dylan Wood, director of the center.

Show times are 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 1, and 2 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 2.

The evening will showcase multiple dance genres, danced by a cast of over 40 guest artists and students. From a depiction of commuters in rush hour traffic to the battle of the sexes, choreographers use the language of dance to tell stories that communicate and connect.

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