BLUFFTON__The Bluffton High School baseball team soundly defeated visiting Northwest Conference rival Delphos Jefferson 13-4 in a league game on Thursday, April 16.
The Pirates plated seven runs in a decisive second inning explosion. DJ edged within 7-4, but the hosts pushed four runs across the plate in the fourth frame to regain control, 11-4.
The Pirates tacked on two runs in the home fifth inning to win by nine. Rain stopped play, but the teams managed to get in an official game.
MEDIA RELEASE__The Bluffton Ohio Historical Society will present “A Museum in the Making” at the Bluffton Senior Citizens Center on Main Street, Bluffton on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
FROM FACEBOOK__Step into an event that feels a little extra special! We're celebrating the people, stories, and mission that make Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio shine! From the moment you arrive, you'll be welcomed like a guest of honor for a night of good food, meaningful connection, and joyful giving- all in support of the MHCO Benevolent Care Fund.
D. Jane Grismore, 93, passed away April 15, 2026 at the Mennonite Memorial Home in Bluffton. Jane was born August 8, 1932 in rural Lima to the late Emmer and Florence (Cool) Bridges. On June 16, 1951, she married Park Cherry and he passed away on September 10, 1965. She later married Herbert Grismore on December 5, 1971 and he preceded her in death on April 6, 2024.
MEDIA RELEASE__Bluffton University recognized outstanding student-athletes, campus supporters and welcomed a featured speaker during its annual Athletics Awards Forum on Tuesday, April 14.
The Forum included recognition of major athletic award recipients and a keynote presentation from Brian Polian, vice president for athletics and national engagement at John Carroll University.
Chief Ryan Burkholder advises residents to contact the Bluffton Police Department if they are the victim of a scam
FROM OHIO BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES__The Ohio BMV has received reports of a possible texting scam being perpetrated on Ohioans today from scammers claiming to be from the State of Ohio.
If you receive this text, do not fall for this scam. Do not click any links, do not scan the QR code, and immediately delete the text. Ohio BMV will never send you a text demanding payment or requesting your personal information.
The Bluffton High School track and field teams have been active and very successful in recent meets.
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On April 8, the Pirate boys and girls swept a four-team meet at Bluffton University. The Bluffton boys dominated with 108 points. Delphos Jefferson finished a distant second with 23 points, followed by Lima Central Catholic (17) and Temple Christian (11).
The Pirate girls also won their meet easily with 93 points. Jefferson tallied 29 points, while LCC again scored 17 and Temple Christian 15.
FROM FACEBOOK__The Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce has issued this request on behalf of downtown merchants:
We kindly ask all visitors and employees to be mindful of the parking spaces downtown.
On-street spaces are limited and are especially important for customers who may have health conditions, mobility challenges, or other needs that make closer parking essential.
By parking in the bigger lots, you help ensure that these convenient spots remain available for those who truly depend on them.
