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By Cort Reynolds

Short-handed Pirate girls take a loss

LIMA__The visiting Bluffton High School bowling teams split a dual match vs. Lima Temple Christian at 20th Century Lanes on Saturday, January 17.

BOYS RESULTS
The Pirate boys rolled to a decisive victory in their match by a score of 2,483 pins to 1,821. Their margin of victory was 662 pins.

MEDIA RELEASE__Village of Bluffton Income Tax Information

Filing Deadline Date for 2025 Income Tax Returns: WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2026

New for 2025 Tax Filings

The Village of Bluffton plans to launch an online e-filing feature on its website by February 9, 2026. To use this service, taxpayers must have an established account with the Village Income Tax Office. Individuals who have previously filed a Bluffton tax return already have an established account.

MEDIA RELEASE__Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio (MHCO) will host a grand opening for its new fitness center located inside Maple Crest Senior Living Village, 700 Maple Crest Court, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house on January 27 at 3:00 p.m.

The grand opening event will include brief remarks, a ribbon-cutting ceremony, guided tours of the Wellness Center, and light refreshments and snacks. Community members, residents, families, partners and local leaders are invited to attend and celebrate this milestone with MHCO.

By Cort Reynolds

BLUFFTON__The Bluffton High School boys basketball team authored a big second-half rally but came up short 64-57 to visiting Northwest Conference rival Lima Central Catholic on Friday, January 16.

The Pirates trailed by 13 at halftime, but rallied within five points heading into the final stanza. 

The Pirates closed the gap to two points late in the game at 59-57, but got no closer.

The Thunderbirds took the fourth quarter 12-10, scoring the game’s last five points to win by a misleading seven-point margin. 

2026 Alberta and Richard Lee Volunteer Awards: Shining a light on those who help 

MEDIA RELEASE__The United Way of Greater Lima, The Lima News, Your Hometown Stations, Cenovus, Milano Café and Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center work cooperatively to bring the Lee Volunteer Awards to Lima/Allen County and its contiguous counties. (Nomination form HERE.)

By Julie Nye, APRN-CNP
Certified Nurse Practitioner, EasternWoods Family Practice

When it comes to improving your health, sometimes the simplest activities make the biggest difference. Walking requires no special equipment, just a comfortable pair of shoes and can be done almost anywhere. Whether you enjoy a calm stroll around your neighborhood or a brisk walk during your lunch break, each step contributes to better health.

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