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James DeWayne Motter served in the U.S. Army

Corrected version, September 18.

James "Jim" "Duke" DeWayne Motter, 79, passed away September 16, 2024 at his residence.  Jim was born June 20, 1945 in Bluffton to the late Myron and Edith (Zimmerly) Motter.  On October 11, 1968 he married Pat Crawford Motter who survives.  

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Pirates volleyball defeats Wildcats

By Cort Reynolds

DELPHOS __ The visiting Bluffton High School volleyball team defeated Northwest Conference rival Delphos Jefferson handily in straight sets Tuesday night, September 17.

The dominating 25-19, 25-12, 25-2 Pirate sweep improved their record to 12-2 overall and 2-0 in the NWC. Bluffton has won 11 of their last 12 matches.

Delphos Jefferson fell to 3-9 overall and 0-3 in NWC play after the defeat.

“We started off a little slow then found our rhythm,” said Pirate head coach Kevin King. 

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Pirate girls soccer blanks rival Allen East

By Cort Reynolds

BLUFFTON __ The Bluffton High School girls soccer team shut out visiting local Northwest Conference rival Allen East 3-0 Tuesday night, September 17,  in a rematch of their district semifinal battle last October.

The Pirate record improved to 6-2-1 overall and 4-0 in NWC play after the home win. Bluffton also blanked AE 2-0 in the tournament last fall.

The Mustang girls fell to 4-5 overall and 1-3 in the NWC with the defeat.

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October 10 MHCO Gala supports Benevolent Care Fund

Tickets available until October 4

Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio will host its 3rd Annual Gala on October 10, 2024.  This year’s theme will be Boots &  Bandanas and guests will be invited to wear their favorite western attire. 

Platinum Sponsor Plante Moran is leading the way with its support for the Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio Benevolent Care Fund, which provides support to care for older adults who have outlived their resources. 

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PHOTO Beavers kick off tailgate season on Sept. 21

Get ready for the roar: Bluffton University will host the first Beaver tailgate of the season from 4:30-7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21, in the Salzman Stadium parking lot. The first 2024 home football game will follow at 7 p.m. vs Trine under the lights.

Memorial service is pending for Pauline Dreitzler

Pauline Dreitzler, 82, of Bluffton passed away September 16, 2024 at Lima Memorial Health System. 

A memorial service will be held at a later date.  Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Bluffton is honored to be providing services to Pauline’s family.

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