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University asks groups not to congregate on campus

Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on March 24, 2020 - 6:00am

In light of the governor’s order to “stay at home,” the increasing number of    COVID-19 cases in Ohio and our desire to keep the Bluffton village community safe, the administration at Bluffton University is asking the general public to not congregate in groups on campus grounds while social distancing is being mandated.

For example, we have been made aware that groups of young people are gathering to play pickup games of soccer and flag football on campus.

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Bluffton University
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State of Ohio now under “Stay at Home” order

Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on March 24, 2020 - 6:00am

The State of Ohio announced on March 23 that Ohio will be under a "Stay at Home" order.

The order went into effect beginning Monday, March 23,, at 11:59 p.m. and will remain in effect until 11:59 p.m. on April 6, unless the order is rescinded or modified. 

"We haven't faced an enemy like we are facing today in 102 years - we are at war. In the time of war, we must make sacrifices, and I thank all of our Ohio citizens for what they are doing and what they aren't doing. You are making a huge difference, and this difference will save lives," said Governor DeWine.

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Regional news
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Family True Value Hardware is open for business

Deemed an "essential" business by State of Ohio
Posted by Fred Steiner on March 23, 2020 - 8:39pm

Notice from Family True Value Hardware
Ohio has issued an order for all citizens to “shelter in place,” except those in essential jobs.

Hardware store are listed as essential businesses, meaning that Family True Value Hardware, 109 N. Main St., Bluffton, will remain open during the coronavirus shutdown, according to Jim Basiner, owner.

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Business
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Two Bluffton HS artists' work accepted for Governor's show

Including Annalise Nisly's sculpture and Danielle Novak's print
Posted by Fred Steiner on March 23, 2020 - 3:48pm

Two Bluffton High School artists have art works accepted into this year’s Governor’s Art Show, according to Vickie Garmon, BHS art teacher.

Garmon said that in the second round of judging Annalise Nisly and Danielle Novak both had works accepted. Nisly’s accepted piece was a sculpture. Novak’s piece was a print, and it was designated as the top 25 award.  

In addition, Melina Meza, Nicholas Markowski, Kaitlyn Montgomery and Jocelyn Ochoa had art work accepted at the regional level.

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People
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Steiner and Granger Financial Services open, working remotely

"We can fully service your accounts electronically"
Posted by Fred Steiner on March 23, 2020 - 3:27pm

Message from Steiner and Granger Insurance and Financial Services,
141 N. Main St., Bluffton

We are working remotely due to the governor's COVID-19 recommendations.

We are grateful that today's technology allows us to fully service your accounts electronically.

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Business
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Business update from Fortman Insurance Services

Working remotely and answering your calls
Posted by Fred Steiner on March 23, 2020 - 2:57pm

Message from Fortman Insurance Services, 115 N. Main St., Bluffton

Given Ohio Governor Mike DeWine's recommendation to suspend business due to the Coronavirus pandemic, our offices will be closed.  

We are, however, working on setting up employees to work from home, so please bear with us, as this may take some time. 

We will be working remotely and have limited access from home.  We will be responding to phone calls and emails as best as we can.  We thank you for your patience during this time.

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