LIMA__The Bluffton High School swim teams fared well in the Div. II sectionals at the Lima YMCA on Saturday, February 14.
Ten Pirates qualified to district competition in individual events, and three Bluffton relay teams also made it to the Bowling Green district in relay events.
BOYS RESULTS
Pirate senior ace Jackson Bowlus touched first in the 50-yard freestyle in 22.47, beating out 60 swimmers. He also out-swam the 32-swimmer field in the 100 backstroke (54.15) to touch first.
Along with many financial institutions and government offices, the office of the Bluffton Icon and the Ada Icon will be closed on Monday, February 16 in observance of Presidents' Day. Except for breaking news, including sports and obituaries, Icon content will be on pause.
The theme of love finds its way into many songs over the years. In 1955, the popular hit "Love is a Many Splendored Thing" was first recorded by the group The Four Aces. Later, it became even more loved when recorded by Nat King Cole and Andy Williams. The first lyrics are as follows:
Love is a many splendored thing,
It's the April rose that only grows in the early spring,
Love is nature's way of giving a reason to be living.
When Valentine's Day approaches, love comes to mind in many men's thoughts. They take a long time browsing over Valentine's cards in stores, looking to find the perfect expression of their love for the recipient.
COLUMBUS GROVE__The Bluffton High School wrestling team captured the championship at the eight-team Northwest Conference meet hosted by Columbus Grove on Saturday, February 14.
The Pirate matmen tallied 204 points to repeat as champs and out-distance second-place Crestview (189). Perennial power Allen East finished a solid third with 180.5 points. LCC came in fourth with 163.
Allen Soil and Water Conservation District recommendations
MEDIA RELEASE__Just because the weather is warming up and snow has melted doesn’t mean it’s safe to spread manure. When the ground is still frozen or saturated, nutrients can’t soak into the soil. Instead, melting snow and runoff can carry manure straight into ditches, streams and rivers.
