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PHOTO From page to stage: Pride and Prejudice

This weekend, Bluffton University presents a stage adaptation of the classic novel---and basis for many film and television productions--Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. The curtain rises at 7:30 p.m. on March 21-23 and 2:30 p.m. on March 24 in College Hall’s Ramseyer Auditorium. Pictured here, Mrs. Bennet pushes Lizzy to introduce herself to the rich Mr. Darcy at Bingley’s ball. More about the play is HERE. For tickets, visit www.bluffton.edu/tickets/ 

Katrina M. Riepenhoff taught at Bluffton Middle School

Katrina M. Riepenhoff, 27, of Bluffton, passed away at 10:13 a.m. on Friday, March 15, 2024 at Blanchard Valley Medical Center, Findlay. She was born on May 11, 1996, in Bluffton to Joe and Becky (Cline) Riepenhoff, who survive in Ottawa.

In addition to her parents, she is also survived by her maternal grandmother, Marie Cline of Fostoria; and her beloved dogs: Baxter and Tilly.

She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents: Gilbert and Dorothy Riepenhoff; and maternal grandfather, Harold Cline.

Katrina graduated from Ottawa-Glandorf High School and Bowling Green State University in Education. After graduation, she taught 5th grade science and math at Ridgemont Elementary School. The past two years, she taught 7th grade math at Bluffton Middle School.

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"Amplified antics" are part of Bluffton University's Pride and Prejudice

Audience members will be transported to England's Regency era during Bluffton University’s spring play, “Pride and Prejudice.”

Local Voices Bluffton podcast celebrates community and entrepreneurs

The podcast Local Voices Bluffton describes itself as “a platform dedicated to showcasing the vibrant tapestry of our beloved town.” Co-hosted by Sam Sprunger of Lounge Media Group and Jim Enneking, Executive Director of the Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce and the Bluffton Center for Entrepreneurs, the podcast “aims to become a valuable resource for Bluffton, Ohio, and its surrounding areas.”

Learn about the podcast below and access the episodes by searching for “Local Voices Bluffton” on your favorite podcast app or on the chamber website HERE.

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Annual Keeney Peace Lecture at Bluffton University

Sarah Augustine, co-founder and executive director of the Coalition for Dismantling the Doctrine of Discovery, will present Bluffton University’s annual Keeney Peace Lecture Forum on March 26.

Allen County ESC and Apollo Career Center host annual College Fair

The Allen County Educational Service Center and Apollo Career Center are excited to announce the annual Allen County College Fair, which will be held on March 26, 2024 from 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at Apollo Career Center.

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