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Non-contact thermometers

What You Need to Know
Posted by Fred Steiner on May 30, 2020 - 6:17am

This article provided by Ohio Northern University HealthWise Pharmacy.

As businesses and individuals have begun taking extra precautions during the COVID-19 pandemic, non-contact thermometers have become more common. Here's what you need to know about these devices.

Because the coronavirus can be spread through contact with others, many health care facilities and businesses have begun screening for symptoms using methods that cause as little contact as possible.

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Robert Bowersox was a former mayor of Mt. Cory

He was active in many community organizations including Bluffton Senior Citizens
Posted by Fred Steiner on May 29, 2020 - 9:21pm

Robert D. (Bob) Bowersox, 93, of Bluffton, formerly of Mt. Cory, died Friday, May 22, 2020, at the Mennonite Home in Bluffton. 

He was born on March 14, 1927, in Mt. Cory, to the late John and Anna (Gorby) Bowersox.  On June 11, 1948, he married Thelma M. Welty at St. John Mennonite Church,  Pandora. Thelma preceded Bob in death on Nov. 23, 2010. 

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Obituaries
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And, here's another cheer on the way

Bluffton Family Recreation opens its doors - here's what you need to know
Posted by Fred Steiner on May 29, 2020 - 4:34pm

Fitness schedule at bottom of story -

Bluffton Family Recreation, 215 Snider Road, has reopened its doors to members. Daniel Tinch, BFR executive director provided the Icon with the following guidesllines and summer scheduling:

This summer we are offering a more limited group exercise schedule. TRX and Weight Lifting 101 are limited to five participants per class in order to maintain social distancing and the safety protocols put in place for gyms. Register on the BFR website or call BFR at 419-358-4150.

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Bluffton Family YMCA
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Subdued last day of school

Posted by Fred Steiner on May 29, 2020 - 4:16pm

Bluffton's 2019-20 school year concluded on Friday. Instead of the elementary photo gallery of hugs and students cheering in the hallways, it was pretty subdued. A line of vehicles awaited in turn as students dropped off books and supplies and picked up personal items.

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Do you hear a loud cheer?

Et Cetera Shop reopens with limited hours and customer guidelines
Posted by Fred Steiner on May 29, 2020 - 4:00pm

One of Bluffton's favorite Main Street shops – Et Cetera, 327 N. Main St. – has reopened, according to Chrissy Lugibihl, manager.

The store is limiting donations hours through the end of June, to evaluate its inventory. Current donation times are Tuesdays and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

New hours through the end of June:
Mondays 1-5 p.m.
Wednesdays 1-5 p.m.
Fridays 1-5 p.m.

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Regional news
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Evelyn R. “Myrtle” Krofft was active in several Ada organizations

Posted by Fred Steiner on May 29, 2020 - 3:36pm

FROM ADA ICON - Evelyn R. “Myrtle” Krofft, 95, died on Thursday, May 28, 2020, at 1:35 p.m. at Mercy Health – St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima.

She was born on Jan. 23, 1925, in Detroit, Michigan to the late Walter and Ethel (Howe) Wolff.  On May 31, 1947, Evelyn married Robert M. Krofft and he preceded her in death.

Evelyn was the produce manager for the Ada Harris IGA for nine years. She was a homemaker. She attended the St. John’s Lutheran Church of Dola. She was a 1943 graduate of Southwest High School in Detroit, Michigan. 

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