MEDIA RELEASE__The American Red Cross has declared only the second national blood supply crisis in its history after blood donations fell to a four-year summer low. Blood supply challenges are being felt across the United States.
Just three more donors at each blood drive this summer can end this crisis and stabilize the blood supply.
Book an appointment to give blood now by using the Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)
UPDATE: The Junior class will be having a bake sale (donation only) to raise money for Post Prom.
MEDIA RELEASE__The Bluffton community is invited to come out and see the 2026 BHS Soccer teams for the first time, watch some of your favorite former student-athletes in action, and support the Bluffton Food Pantry.
On Saturday, August 8, the annual alumni games for the Bluffton High School girls and boys soccer teams will take place at Steinmetz Field.
FROM FACEBOOK__The new display at Bluffton Senior Center is flock of chickens in every size, shape and material. Sue Habegger brought in her chicken collection for all to enjoy, with over 60 birds on view. Senior Center hours are 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Monday-Friday.
MEDIA RELEASE__Bluffton Exempted Village Schools announced on August 3 its 2026-2027 program year policy free and reduced price meals for students unable to pay the full price of meals under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.
At the July meetings of the Richland Township Board of Trustees, three new Zoning officials were appointed (see below) and the board accepted the resignation of the Roads Superintendent and Zoning Inspector. The Township is now accepting resumes for a full-time Roads Superintendent and a part-time Zoning Inspector.
