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What's the yellow (weed) plant blooming in rural Bluffton?

Cressleaf groundsel, or butterweed, and it a concern for livestock producers

Cressleaf Groundsel, also known as butterweed, is in full flower currently in forage and unplanted fields across the state.  While this is not a new weed, prevalence has been increasing causing concern for many livestock producers. 

Cressleaf Groundsel is toxic to both cattle and horses.  Cattle are 30-40 times more susceptible to poisoning than sheep or goats.  Calves and younger cattle are more susceptible than older cattle, but it can be fatal at high enough doses to all age groups.  

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VBS drive-thru pick up

Amber Shelly and Carrie Mast helped pass out Community Vacation Bible School supply packets on Thursday. This summer's VBS provides sessions for youth to complete at home over five weeks. This year's theme, "Who is my neighbor?" has a weekly pick up each Thursday at First Mennonite from 6 to 7 p.m.

Sportsmen's Club announces drawing winners

Several person were winners in the Bluffton Sportsmen’s Club derby drawing, which took place on June 7. Winners follow:
Kenny Marin, Cloverdale, 50/50 drawing
Betty Hullinger, Lima, one-quarter beef
Betty Dicke, Ottawa, one-quarter beef
Betty Dicke, Ottawa, $20
Shelly Parker, West Millgrove, $100
Roni Kaufman, Bluffton, $75
Miguel Nunez, Continental, $50
Betty Dicke, Ottawa, $25
Mike Falk, Bluffton, massage
Bruce Altenburger, Delphos, gun

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Six from area are ONU graduates

Six area students graduated this spring from Ohio Northern University, Ada. Those students with degrees listed are posted below.

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Area students on the ONU dean's list

The following students from Hardin County and the surrounding area were named to the Dean’s List for spring semester 2019-20 at Ohio Northern University. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, a student must attain a grade point average of 3.5 or higher and be enrolled full-time.

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New arrivals and special offers at Polished-Boutique 415

Boutique 415 has several new arrivals says Joan Frederick. And, Polished continues to provide services to pamper its clients. The shops are at 415-417 N. Main St., Bluffton. Phoone number: 419-358-0001.

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