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Chamber cancels Friday breakfast

Posted by Fred Steiner on March 11, 2020 - 4:48pm

Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce announces that its Friday, March 13, chamber breakfast is cancelled, according to Paula Scott of the chamber.

"In response to coronavirus recommendations by Gov. DeWine, we have determined that this is a non-essential event," she said.

"Please continue to send us your announcements for our email and social media updates on Monday, March 16. Looking forward to seeing you at our next breakfast on April 10."
 

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Regional news
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SR 103 bridge over the Interstate

Posted by Fred Steiner on March 11, 2020 - 4:35pm

Here's a close-up of the SR 103 bridge over I-75 near exit 142. The repair of sections of the bridge are part of the $21 million upgrade to the Interstate between Bluffton and Beaverdam starting this spring. Watch the Icon for updates and closure information.

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BFR taking extra precautions

All classes continue except for water classes
Posted by Fred Steiner on March 11, 2020 - 4:21pm

In response to the COVID-19 developments, Bluffton Family Recreation, 215 Snider Road, is  taking extra precautions to protect the health of everyone who visits BFR.

"Since the beginning of the week we have stepped up our cleaning procedures throughout the building. We ask that you join us in this effort by wiping down each piece of equipment after use," said Daniel Tinch, BFR executive director.

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Bluffton Family YMCA
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University lists events no longer open to public due to COVID-19

Posted by Fred Steiner on March 11, 2020 - 4:13pm

The following events are no longer open to the public at Bluffton University. 

• Cleveland Brassworks Concert, March 12

• Senior art exhibit reception, March 15

• 75 years of social work Forum, March 17

• Preventative Self-Care: How to Live Your Best Life Colloquium, March 20

• University Chorale and Camerata Spring Choral Concert, March 22

• Civic Engagement Day Forum, March 24

• Junior Recital/Chamber Ensemble Concert, March 29

• The Quest for Health at the Cost of Healthy Forum, March 31

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Bluffton University
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BHS academic achievers

Sophomores, juniors, seniors with grade points of 3.5 or higher receive academic letters
Posted by Fred Steiner on March 11, 2020 - 2:22pm

The Bluffton High School's 21st annual academic letter banquet held on March 10 recognized academic achievements of sophomores, juniors and seniors.

Academic letters were presented to students who have achieved a 3.5 grade point average or higher this school year.

Students with * behind their name are students have repeated receiving awards. The list of student letter winners follows below.

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People
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Bluffton University addresses COVID-19

Beginning on March 16 through April 13 academic coursework will take place in an online format and/or remote options
Posted by Fred Steiner on March 11, 2020 - 2:04pm

Cancels all large indoor
gatherings (any group of
20 or more) and public
events until April 13

Bluffton University, in alignment with Governor Mike DeWine’s recommendations made yesterday, has established the following plan to protect its students, employees, visitors and the Bluffton community. 

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Bluffton University
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