By Erica Hermiller, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Certified Nurse Practitioner, Blanchard Valley Obstetrics & Gynecology – Ottawa
Menopause is a natural life transition that marks the permanent end of menstruation and fertility. It occurs when the ovaries stop producing eggs and estrogen levels decline. Menopause is confirmed after 12 consecutive months without menstrual bleeding. For most women, this happens around age 51, though it can occur anywhere between ages 45 and 56.
Police Chief Ryan Burkholder has issued the Bluffton Police Department activity summary for April 2026. With 738 total calls for service, the department conducted 29 traffic stops and responded to five criminal complaints, including 1 warrant, 2 miscellaneous, 1 criminal damaging and 1 sex offense.
FROM FACEBOOK__The Bluffton High School Leo Club 5K Run/1 Mile Walk & Stroll on Saturday, May 23 will support the Lions Club's all-abilities playground project at the new Bluffton Legacy Park.
You are invited to Salzman Stadium at Bluffton University on Saturday, May 23, at 9:00 a.m. for a special community event. Whether you run, walk, or ride, everyone is welcome to participate in this all-abilities 5K and 1-mile walk.
Registration
Participation is $5 per person; 12 and under are free.
Carol J. Bell completed her earthly journey on May 13, 2026. She transitioned to her eternal heavenly home in the same way she approached everything, with dignity and grace.
Carol was loved by all who knew her. She made sure her family and friends always knew how deeply she cared for them. She lived each day guided by three clear priorities: family, faith, and fun.
Carol married Tom Bell on February 11, 1967, in Bluffton, Ohio. In 1969, they moved to Columbus, Ohio, and eventually settled in Westerville, where they built a beautiful life together.
The Ohio Northern University Department of Art & Design is officially seeking ceramic works by Bruce Chesser for an upcoming retrospective exhibition at the Elzay Gallery of Art. If you currently own pieces by Professor Chesser and would be willing to provide them on loan for the duration of the show, we would love to hear from you.
