Bluffton's mulch of 2012 is on the way. The Spring Street recyling center is living up to its name this month as brush from last year is turning magically into mulch.
Here are some views of the transformation of brush into the stuff that some residents can't seem to get enough of.
First National Bank opens its Findlay West banking office at 1114 Trenton Ave., Findlay on Monday, Feb. 27.
"We welcome you to come in and meet our Findlay West team and tour the new office next week," said Todd Mason, CEO and bank president.
Lobby hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays 8:30 a.m. tonoon. The drive-thru will be open 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Fridays, and 8:30 a.m.-noon Saturdays.
Groundbreaking on the approximately 4,000-square-foot facility took place Aug. 24.
Fourth District Congressman Jim Jordan visited Bluffton on Tuesday and met informally with a dozen Bluffton officials.
Termed jokingly as a "square-table" discuss as opposed to a round-table discussion - simply because of the shape of the tables - the one-hour session included informing the congressman on village updates from school, industry, university and village officials.
The visit was coordinated by Bluffton Mayor Eric Fulcomer. Following the discussion, Jordan toured the remodeled Bluffton Hospital.
Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS) is offering educational scholarships to individuals pursuing health care careers. High school seniors entering college, current college students and BVHS associates are eligible to apply.
A complete list of scholarships, along with applications, deadlines, qualifications and contact information can be viewed at www.bvhealthsystem.org by clicking on the "Scholarships" link under the "Careers" menu.
Rodney and Jane (Steinman) Stratton of Bluffton will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on Feb. 24, 2012. They were married by Rev. Bradtke at Trinity Lutheran Church in Jenera on Feb. 24, 1962.
They have three children: Amie Stratton, Jay (Barb) Stratton and Shawn (Nancy) Stratton. Rod and Jane also have seven grandchildren.
Jane is a homemaker and Rodney is a farmer. They are members of Bluffton's First United Methodist Church. A family celebration will take place at a later date.
