SEPT 17 MEDIA RELEASE__Three new programs have been announced by the Bluffton Public Library, 145 S. Main St. September 2025 programs are announced HERE.
Is Your House Haunted? Property Research Basics (R) Mon., Oct. 6 at 6:30 p.m. What do you know for sure about your property? When was it built? Who lived there? Learn how to research the history of your home, the previous residents, or local folklore to determine if your property has any unusual past events and maybe even hear a tale or boo!. Call or stop by the library to register.
HARROD__The Bluffton High School boys golf team finished a deceptive fifth in the tightly-bunched seven-team Northwest Conference championship tournament at Colonial Hills on Thursday, September 18.
In one of the closest tournaments in league history, Allen East edged Lincolnview by just one stroke (339-340), and beat Columbus Grove (341) by only two shots to narrowly win the NWC team title.
Bluffton University students will reflect on their Spring 2025 cross-cultural experiences during Forum at 11 a.m. on Sept. 30 in Yoder Recital Hall.
Students traveled to the Czech Republic, Kentucky and Chicago to explore culture, service and learning in diverse contexts. The presentation will highlight how immersive experiences broaden global understanding and foster personal transformation.
By Jasmine Duarte, Pharmacy Resident and Karen L. Kier, Pharmacist
In 1986, Rodney Dangerfield starred in the movie Back to School about a self-made millionaire who decided to attend college at the same time his son was in college. This American comedy grossed over 91 million dollars in the United States during the year. In a funny way, the movie discusses the issues of going back to school and difficulties that can arise.
SEPT 17 MEDIA RELEASE__The Bluffton Schools will hold a district-wide open house on Monday evening, September 22, from 5:00-6:00 p.m. Several community organizations will have booths set up in the elementary gymnasium, and information will be available on ways to provide support to the school and community.
All parents and community members are invited to this open house to meet staff members, observe facilities, and learn more about the educational opportunities available to Bluffton students.
LEXINGTON__The visiting Bluffton High School boys soccer team tied Lexington 1-1 on a late goal in a tight non-league match on Wednesday, September 17.
The Pirate record is 2-6-3 after the result. The Minutemen are now 5-4-1.
Neither team scored during the first half, nor in the first 12 minutes of the second half.
Lexington’s Cohen Lautzenhiser finally broke the ice by tallying the game’s first goal in the 53rd minute.
The Alzheimer’s Association hosted its annual forum in Washington, D.C. this summer, and I was honored to attend as an advocate for Ohio's congressional district, proudly representing my loved ones, including my stepmom and husband, who inspire me every day.
The Allen East High School Class of 1975 celebrated its 50th year reunion at the Harrod Fire Station, on Saturday, September 13, 2025.
L-R) Pictured above are Jennifer (Shulaw) Tschuor, Dave Oberly, Bob Bassitt, Ken Metzger, Doug Stimmel, Diane (Eley) Schick, Jodi (Gottfried) Babcock, Beverly (Spencer) Phillips
HARROD__The visiting Bluffton High School girls soccer team defeated backyard league rival Allen East 4-0 in a Northwest Conference match on Tuesday evening, September 16 at Goodwin Field.
The Pirate girls improved to 5-5 overall with the shutout win, and upped their league mark to 4-0 to stay tied for first place with two conference matches left.
Defending champion Columbus Grove is also 4-0 in the NWC.
AE fell to 1-8-1 overall and 1-3 in NWC play after the defeat.
