Veterans circle at Maple Grove Cemetery is in the midst of a renovation this fall. On Monday Stratton Greenhouses planted six Skyrocket junipers and two Bobo hydrangea bushes. Next spring the memorial will be powerwashed. Bluffton American Legion Post 382 oversees the project.
Bluffton Cultural Affairs invites volunteers to help set up the Ream holiday folk art display.
Set up is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 10, on the Bluffton Presbyterian Church lawn, according to Lynda Best.
"Things to bring include sledges hammers and drills. It is always a job and even if people can only help a hour or so it would be appreciated so we can continue this tradition," she said.
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church and School will host a Trunk-or-Treat event in the church/school parking lots, 301 N. Main St., Jenera, from 5:30 –7 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 31.
The event will have crafts, games and people handing out goodies from decorated car trunks, all of which are free. Hot dogs, hamburgers and other food items will be available for purchase. Everyone is welcome.
During a recent visit to the Bluffton Child Development Center the Icon met up with a future player on the Cleveland Browns, This guy even wears his uniform on non-game days.
By Sam Brauen www.blufftonpirates.com
The Pirate offense broke loose Friday night in an emphatic 43-14 victory over Ada. Bluffton was able to run at will on the Bulldog defense, amassing 436 rushing yards. The win improved the Pirates to 3-6 and dropped the Bulldogs to 2-7.
