Listed below are county, village, school and university notification systems for the Bluffton area
By Paula Pyzik Scott
When the Village of Ada made an emergency announcement regarding drinking water on January 16, the Village alert system notified subscribers by email and, a little later that evening, the Ada Police Department notified its subscribers via the Nixle System.
Such emergencies are rare, but when they happen, are local communities ready to notify residents? And are local residents ready to receive notifications?
MEDIA RELEASE__Micah Dodson ‘27, a social work major at Bluffton University, will present “Unlocking the Truth in Appalachia” during First Tuesday in the Library at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3.
Through personal experiences and difficult stories, Dodson will explore the realities of life in Appalachia, focusing on systems of exploitation and the challenges faced by individuals and communities in the region.
Words & Wine (R) will be held at the 1861 Wine Lounge on Monday, February 23 at 6:00 p.m. The title to be discussed is My Dear Hamilton by Stephanie Dray & Laura Kamoie. Open to adults 21+. Limited seating. Register now at the library and check out the book at the front desk starting in January.
MEDIA RELEASE__On January 21, 2026, at approximately 2:47 p.m., the Lima Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol responded to a report of a commercial semi-truck striking a home in Richland Township in Allen County.
Gerry Bright, age 55, from Frankfort, Indiana, was operating a 2022 Volvo Semi westbound on US 30. The vehicle went off the right side of the roadway, struck a guardrail, and a fence. The semi then struck a house, causing it to partially collapse, before damaging three parked vehicles.
Join Joy from Corson Communications each month, January-April, for Family Storytime in ASL! Learn and experience American Sign Language through stories, games and interactive play - All are welcome and no registration is required. Mark your calendars: Feb. 2, Mar. 2 and April 6 at 6:00 p.m. in the children’s program room.
Noon & 2:00 Book Discussions (R) will meet Wed., Feb. 4, at Noon and at 2:00 p.m., the groups will discuss Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro. Stop by the library front desk to register for your preferred time, check out the book, and to receive email updates!
