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Directed by Earl Lehman - introducing the BHS band

Posted by Fred Steiner on January 14, 2016 - 11:56am

Here's the Bluffton High School marching and concert band from the 1950-51 high school yearbook - that's 65 school years ago.

You may find yourself, your parents or even grandparents in this photo. Click to enlarge. The photo was taken on the old gymnasium stage. And, yes, Earl Lehman was director.

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Historical Bluffton
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Artistic arctic

Posted by Fred Steiner on January 14, 2016 - 11:30am

Winter is cold but also offers stark beauty. For example, here's a patch of weeds at the Buckeye that offers an artistic arctic touch to the season.

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Regional news
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Shirley's celebrates National Popcorn Day Jan. 23 with several activities

Posted by Fred Steiner on January 14, 2016 - 11:10am

Shirley's Gourmet Popcorn is celebrating National Popcorn Day, with several activities on Saturday, Jan. 23, according to Peter Suter.

These include:
• Free theatre-style popcorn for everyone
• All bags of popcorn are Buy-One-Get-One free (equal or lesser value, limit 2)
• Employee popcorn cook-off

"Our associates are teaming in the store up to compete with their own flavor creations and you help determine the winner," said Suter.

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Business
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Here are 2016 county fair dates

Posted by Fred Steiner on January 14, 2016 - 10:58am

Here are area county fair dates for 2016:
• June 20-25 - Putnam, Ottawa
• July 27-Aug. 7 - Ohio State Fair, Columbus
• Aug. 19-27 - Allen, Lima
• Aug. 31- Sept. 5 - Van Wert, Van Wert
• Aug. 31- Sept. 5 - Hancock, Findlay
• Sept. 6-11 - Hardin, Kenton

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Events
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Registration underway for Fit 4 Life at BFR

Posted by Fred Steiner on January 14, 2016 - 9:45am
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Bluffton Family YMCA
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Fit 4 Life BFR membership offers 6 weeks of unlimited access to all facilities

Posted by Fred Steiner on January 14, 2016 - 9:25am

Bluffton Family Recreation offers its "Fit 4 Life" membership in January, according to Joseph Beagle, director.

The membership provides a six-week BFR membership, unlimited access to all BFR facilities including the indoor walking track, fitness center, arena and gymnasium. It also connects persons with a health coach to guide you through the six week period.

It also offers an "any class" fitness card for yoga, water aerobics, cardio and strength, total body conditioning and SilverSneakers.

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Bluffton Family YMCA
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