By Julie Russell, RDN, LD, CDCES
Outpatient Dietitian/Diabetes Educator, Endocrinology & Diabetes Specialists of Northwest Ohio
It's already back-to-school season! Breakfast plays a crucial role in the day. Research shows that kids who eat breakfast tend to have improved cognitive skills, better academic performance, and are healthier overall. However, finding a nutritious breakfast that keeps children satisfied can be challenging. The optimal choice includes a healthy carbohydrate paired with protein or healthy fats to help them stay full until lunchtime.
Barbara R. Fett, 79, passed away August 14, 2025 at Mercy Health - St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima. Barb was born January 7, 1946 in Allen County, Ohio to the late Francis and Madlyn (Isham) Marquart. She married Edwin Fett and they were divorced.
Nelson Koogler, 71, passed away August 13, 2025, at Mercy Health-St. Rita's Medical Center.
Nelson was born April 4, 1954 in Lima, Ohio, to James and Margaret (Hefner) Koogler who preceded him in death. On April 10, 1976 he married Sharon (Spallinger) Koogler who survives.
Doty’s Auto Repair on Jefferson St. in Bluffton is wrapping up business on August 29 after over 40 years of providing repair and maintenance. Mike Doty, who grew up in the business and took over from his dad in 2019, is closing the shop to start a new career. He has a “heart-felt thank you for … a tight knit community” and the “word of mouth that kept them in business.” An injury is preventing Mike from continuing in the same role. He has a new job at Youth for Christ.
By Katie Kirby, Pharmacy Resident and Jasmine Duarte, Pharmacy Resident
Around the World in Eighty Days was first published in French by author Jules Verne. In 1873, the English version was released.
All vaccine recommendations follow the CDC’s official travel guidelines. According to these guidelines, we recommend scheduling your travel-related care 4 to 6 weeks before departure.
This is the ideal timeframe to contact your pharmacist and begin preparations! The guidelines vary based on your destination, so it is important to have a thorough discussion about travel plans to ensure you receive all the required vaccinations.
AUGUST 14 MEDIA RELEASE__Dr. Alex Sider, president of Bluffton University, will present "Pillars of Purpose: Stability, Hope, Trust, Compassion" during Bluffton's State of the University Forum at 11:00 a.m. on Aug. 26 in Yoder Recital Hall.
Sider will reflect on strategic priorities for the university in the coming year, with a focus on maintaining momentum and mission in light of recent institutional transitions.
This Forum is free and open to the public. Forum at Bluffton University provides a public space for interdisciplinary discovery about the personal, local and global challenges faced by students, faculty, staff and the Bluffton community.
