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A man from the local area had found a purse with a large amount of cash

Ryan Burkholder, Bluffton police chief, experiences all types of situations in his job with the police department. Here’s a recent note the Icon received from him – it’s good news story:

In the last few weeks, we have been challenged in many different aspects of life such as our normal routines, our jobs, and our beliefs. 

I would like to share with you some recent moments of generosity, honesty, and unselfishness.  

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COVID-19 case numbers at 4 in Allen County

Two additional cases of COVID-19 in Allen County were included in the daily Ohio Department of Health update today, making the total number 4 confirmed cases in Allen County as of 2 p.m. March 29.

Starting today Allen County Public Health will be posting the updated numbers on their website, www.allencountypublichealth.org, and on their social media:  Facebook:  @AllenCountyPublicHealth; and Twitter:  @ACPublicHealth. The information will be updated daily by 2:30 p.m.

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Here's how you vote by mail

Ohio primary election extends to April 28

The Ohio primary election originally set for March 17 is extended and the State of Ohio accepts ballots until Tuesday, April 28, according to the Ohio Secretary of State's office.

Click here visit the Secretary of State's office - to request a absentee ballot by mail.

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Everyone loves chocolate chip cookies - that's what the Icon poll reveals

Everyone loves chocolate chip cookies.

That's what the recent Icon poll reveals. And, our latest poll asks what grocery item you have in short supply.

Click here to take the newest poll, or visit the poll on the bottom right side of the Icon home page.

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Share your at-home learning experiences with Icon viewers

Attention parents, students, grandparents, teachers:

The Icon invites contributions that demonstrate at-home student learning experiences.

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One-day wonder – high waters

Comparatively speaking, Sunday’s high waters are barely a footnote in Bluffton’s 2020 events.

With stay-at-home orders, the high waters gave residents something else to think about, however. 

Here are some views of flooding. The only street that was closed to traffic was East College near Harmon Field. 

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