Volunteer docents at the Schumacher Homestead, a property owned and operated by the Swiss Community Historical Society (SCHS) of Bluffton and Pandora, were disappointed when the historical facility was unable to open on schedule in early June.
You may watch the video of Gary Wetherill at the bottom of this story -
However, they decided that they show must go on and are now producing weekly video tours of the historical facility.
GROB welcomes 19 new apprentices on Monday, June 15.
The GROB apprenticeship is a four-year program that combines on-the-job training, hands-on learning, and a company-paid college education through Rhodes State College. The addition of the 2020 apprenticeship class will bring the total number of current apprentices at GROB to 92.
Cressleaf Groundsel, also known as butterweed, is in full flower currently in forage and unplanted fields across the state. While this is not a new weed, prevalence has been increasing causing concern for many livestock producers.
Cressleaf Groundsel is toxic to both cattle and horses. Cattle are 30-40 times more susceptible to poisoning than sheep or goats. Calves and younger cattle are more susceptible than older cattle, but it can be fatal at high enough doses to all age groups.
Several person were winners in the Bluffton Sportsmen’s Club derby drawing, which took place on June 7. Winners follow:
Kenny Marin, Cloverdale, 50/50 drawing
Betty Hullinger, Lima, one-quarter beef
Betty Dicke, Ottawa, one-quarter beef
Betty Dicke, Ottawa, $20
Shelly Parker, West Millgrove, $100
Roni Kaufman, Bluffton, $75
Miguel Nunez, Continental, $50
Betty Dicke, Ottawa, $25
Mike Falk, Bluffton, massage
Bruce Altenburger, Delphos, gun
The following students from Hardin County and the surrounding area were named to the Dean’s List for spring semester 2019-20 at Ohio Northern University. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, a student must attain a grade point average of 3.5 or higher and be enrolled full-time.
Boutique 415 has several new arrivals says Joan Frederick. And, Polished continues to provide services to pamper its clients. The shops are at 415-417 N. Main St., Bluffton. Phoone number: 419-358-0001.
Bluffton Public Library is ready for summer. Here's a sampling of events planned:
Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body: Tips from the Latest Research:
As part of Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month, the Alzheimer's Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter will collaborate with the library in the effort to increase awareness and provide resources to those that may need help.
Check library social media for upcoming classes through the Alzheimer’s Association.
You know what they say: See the U.S.A. in your Chevrolet.
And, anyone who know Dan Groman easily associates him with a beautiful 1954 Chevrolet 210. It's a Bluffton original – once owned by Mrs. C. Henry Smith and later by Zoe Hauenstein.
Groman informs the Icon that the Vintage Chevrolet Club of America has official formed a local Region in the Lima area – it’s called the Western Buckeye Region – to allow area VCCA members from northwestern Ohio to meet with others that enjoy Chevrolets of all eras.
