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Women's CC tabbed 2nd in HCAC poll

Posted by Fred Steiner on August 22, 2016 - 1:49pm

August 22, 2016

HCAC pre-season women's poll  I  HCAC pre-season men's poll

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Bluffton University
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Bluffton police assist Humane Society with animal case

Posted by Fred Steiner on August 22, 2016 - 10:18am

Bluffton police officers investigated a citizen complaint late Friday (Aug. 19) about unhealthy conditions at the TLU Rescue located at 142 Vance St., Bluffton, according to Rick Skilliter, police chief. 

The initial investigation led officers to a Greding Street residence.

Officers requested the assistance of the Allen County Humane Society and the Allen County Dog Warden. As a result of the investigation, over 60 animals were removed from the facility and or residence.

The case has been turned over to the Humane Society for any further action.

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Police/Fire/EMS
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Lions District Governor visits Bluffton - on her 'cycle

Posted by Fred Steiner on August 21, 2016 - 10:54pm

Lions District Governor Sheryl Burnette was a recent Bluffton Lions Club guest.

She told the Lions members that her number one goal is to have fun.  

Speaking to Lions, she stressed that Lions clubs serve in the four areas of youth, vision, hunger and environment. The international goal of Lions is to serve 100 million people in these four areas.

“So far, 93 million people have been involved. Lions should lead through service, connect through commitments and invite our neighbors to join our clubs,” the district governor said.

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People
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Who is your teacher this year?

Posted by Fred Steiner on August 21, 2016 - 10:33pm

Probably the most asked question in Bluffton second only to "When is Halloween this year?" is "Are the elementary class lists posted?" The lists are posted on the elementary school doors and the lists are among the most popular place too hang out this week.

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Dick Weaver's legacy: He acted on the things he stood for

Posted by Fred Steiner on August 21, 2016 - 9:57pm

Click here for Dick Weaver's obituary

What label best describes Dick Weaver?

Bluffton College professor for 39 years?
Cub Scout leader?
Conscientious objector during World War II?
Chemist?
Social-justice advocate?
Cross-cultural learning pioneer?
Intellectual?
Perhaps, all of the above.

Dick’s impact on Bluffton and particularly Bluffton College and University is significant.

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Iconoclast View
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Richard Weaver was a faculty member at Bluffton College for 39 years

Posted by Fred Steiner on August 21, 2016 - 8:44pm

John Richard Weaver (J. Richard or Dick) died Friday evening, Aug. 19, 2016,  at the Mennonite Memorial Home in Bluffton, Ohio. 

Dick was born in Goshen, Ind., on Sept. 3, 1920, to Elnora (Kauffman) and John E. Weaver. He graduated from Goshen High School in 1938 as valedictorian.

He graduated from Bluffton College in 1942 with a degree in chemistry.

He entered Civilian Public Service (CPS) during World War II, serving in Sidling Hill, Pa., Ypsilanti, Mich., and La Plata, Puerto Rico. 

On June 8, 1943, he and Margaret Shelly were married. 

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Obituaries
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