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By Liz Gordon-Hancock

The following seven land transfers took place in the Bluffton Exempted Village School District for the month of March 2025 as reported on the websites of Allen County Auditor Rachael S. Gilroy and Hancock County Auditor Charity A. Rauschenberg.

Address - Sale Date - Sale Price - Land Use - Owner From / To

Residential

220 N SPRING ST – 3/17/2025 – $99,000 – Single family dwelling – From Christopher Noel & Liana Miller to Lori & Darryl Nester

136 HILLCREST DR 3/17/2025 – $272,450 – Single family dwelling – From David & Patricia Ulrich to Kyle W Strahm

151 BENTLEY RD – 3/19/2025 – $210,000 – Single family dwelling – From James & Elizabeth Gerten to Richard & Meri Skilliter

623 HARMON RD – 3/19/2025 – $220,000 – Single family dwelling – From Richard & Meri Skilliter to Sean & Stephanie McMahon.  MORE ▶︎

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Betty C. Mumaugh, 97, passed away March 28, 2025, at the Meadows of Leipsic.

Betty was born February 7, 1928 in Allen County, Ohio to Charles and Maude (Roberts) Cook who preceded her in death. On July 3, 1964 she married William Mumaugh who preceded her in death on May 7, 1997. 

She was a graduate of Beaverdam High School and was a member of Rockport United Methodist. She enjoyed reading and gardening. 

She is survived by her daughter, Barbara (David) White of Leipsic; grandson, David (Rachel) White of Leipsic; and great-grandson, Benjamin White.

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Click to enlarge photo. The new Leo Club from Bluffton High School joined Bluffton Clean Up to remove trash along the Riley Creek from Buckeye Park all the way behind Community Markets. Organizers noted, "It was truly inspiring to see so many young adults stepping up to take care of their town and show such pride in their community." From Bluffton Clean Up Facebook. ◾️

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Allen County EMA has issued a Severe Weather Alert for Wednesday, April 2.

There is a potential for severe weather on Wednesday, April 2. The primary threats include:

  • Damaging Winds
  • Heavy Rainfall — with rates of 0.5 to 1 inch per hour

These conditions could lead to localized flooding and hazardous travel. Please stay weather aware, have multiple ways to receive alerts, and avoid flooded roadways.

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Provided by Bluffton High School

Bluffton High School standout Ayla Grandey officially signed a national letter of intent to continue her academic and athletic career at John Carroll University on Monday, March 31 in the Bluffton High School Gym. Grandey will play women's basketball at JCU.

A multi-sport star at Bluffton, Grandey has left an indelible mark on the school's athletic program. She has achieved incredible milestones throughout her career, including scoring 1,000 career points in basketball and becoming Bluffton's all-time leading rebounder in girls basketball. 

In addition to her basketball achievements, Grandey also reached 1,000 kills in volleyball, further cementing her legacy as one of the most accomplished athletes in Bluffton history. 

Recently, she was recognized as a Division 5 All-State Basketball Player, a testament to her skill, dedication, and leadership on the court.

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By Cort Reynolds

BATH – The visiting Bluffton High School boys tennis team swept Western Buckeye League foe Bath 5-0 in the season opener Monday evening, March 31.

After winning the first set in a tiebreaker, senior Branson Hilty took the first singles match 7-6 (7-0), 6-3.

Junior Nick Lovett captured his second singles match by a 6-0, 6-2 count.

Senior Jack Brauen won at third singles 6-1, 6-0.

The first doubles tandem of juniors Grady Coonfare and Isaiah Kohli won 6-2, 6-1.

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