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FROM FACEBOOK EVENT__St. John's UCC is sponsoring a community bike swap--give a bike--get a bike--swap a bike on Saturday, August 16 from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at the parking lot behind the Bluffton Farmers Market, 102 S. Main.

Has your child outgrown their bike and needs another?

Do you have a bike cluttering up your garage, and you would like to donate it to another chld?

Let's SWAP bikes so everyone can benefit!

By Cort Reynolds

BLUFFTON__The Bluffton High School girls tennis team prevailed in its home opener against visiting Defiance and the weather by posting an exciting 3-2 comeback victory on Tuesday, August 12.

The first win of the season upped the Bluffton record to 1-1 this season.

“What a way to open the home season,” said Pirate head coach Trisha Nieman. “Our team came ready to fight, and they brought home the victory in front of the home crowd.”

AUG 13 MEDIA RELEASE__Blanchard Valley Medical Practices (BVMP), a division of Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS), is pleased to announce that same-week appointments are now available at several regional primary care locations including Bluffton.

Primary care providers at BVMP assist with many acute and chronic health conditions, provide preventive care, and support patients in establishing long-term wellness goals. 

By Paula Pyzik Scott

Bluffton is joining the nation in celebrating “America 250” in 2026--the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. On Monday, August 11, Pat Rodabaugh addressed Village of Bluffton council members, presenting an overview of opportunities as well as plans for events and activities including a 4th of July parade.

FROM BLUFFTON COMMUNITY POOL FACEBOOK__The Bluffton Community Pool will have the following hours through September 1.

Normal hours of operation up to August 24.

- Weekdays Open 1:00-8:00 p.m.
- Saturday-Sunday 12-7:00 p.m.

August 25-28 Open from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.

August 29 Closed

August 30-31 Open 12:00-7:00 p.m.

September 1 Open 1:00-6:00 pm.

From the pool manager: "We have been asked in the past by multiple people if we can just stay open just one more week, well here’s your chance! Please come visit us until the 1st! It’s been hot and the pool is cool!!"

GROB Systems will be holding a public Open House on Saturday, September 13 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at their Bluffton facilities, 1070 Navajo Drive, The public is invited to tour the recently expanded 500,000 sq. ft. complex. Visitors will see products in operation and learn about the state-registered apprenticeship program. There will be refreshments, activities for children and an opportunity to win multiple door prizes- including outdoor benches and fire rings made in-house at GROB.

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