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State of the University address presented on August 26; Sider to address Bluffton chamber on September 12

FROM BLUFFTON.EDU__President Sider spoke on the state of Bluffton University aligning its strategic vision for the next year with four "Pillars of Purpose" - stability, trust, hope and compassion.

In his first State of the University address, Bluffton University President Dr. Alex Sider laid out a clear vision for the university’s future, centered on “Pillars of Purpose,” a one-year strategic campaign, that will guide Bluffton through a period of renewal, reinvestment and mission-driven growth.

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SEPT 2 MEDIA RELEASE__Northwest Physical Therapy will host an educational presentation on Thursday, Sept. 18, at 5:30 p.m. at its Bluffton clinic, located at 80 St. Rt. 103. 

The presentation will be led by therapists Beth and Hannah and will focus on the clinical application and benefits of several common physical therapy techniques. Topics will include manual therapy, cupping, kinesiology taping (KT taping), dry needling, and various therapeutic modalities.

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Susan K. Sturgess-Meyers, age 60, of Ada, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025 at her home. 

She was born on May 9, 1965 in Lima, Ohio to Glenn and Sharon (Wahlie) Deringer.  Her father, Glenn survives in Bluffton and her mother, Sharon preceded her in death. On March 15, 2006 Susan married Brad Sturgess-Meyers and he survives in Ada. 

Also surviving is her son, Josh Sturgess-Meyers of Ada; brother, Robert (Carol) Deringer; and sister, Debbie (Jeff) Johnson. 

Susan worked for Whirlpool Corporation, Findlay as a safety coordinator.  

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Provided by Katherine Hohenbrink 

Nineteen members of the Bluffton Cattle Club competed in the 2025 Allen County Fair. The group is directed by Alan Begg and Ashley Zeller.

RESULTS

Riley Herriman

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Provided by Robyn Bible

In the 2025 Allen County Fair baton and flag competition, several Bluffton area high school students won first and second place honors. The competition took place on August 23.

Feature Flag

  • 1st place, written by Ellie Hartzler. Team: Madison Beasley, Brooklyn Nance, Ellie Hartzler, Ellie Roby, Calliope Buckell, Katie Galant and Leah Shadle

Feature Twirler

  • 1st place, Brooklynn Bible

Flag Group

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Compiled by Paula Pyzik Scott

The following seven land transfers took place in the Bluffton Exempted Village School District in August 2025 as reported on the websites of Allen County Auditor Rachael S. Gilroy and Hancock County Auditor Charity A. Rauschenberg.

ADDRESS - BUYER - SALE DATE - PRICE - LAND USE

AGRICULTURAL LAND
Columbus Grove Rd  - Steiner, David R & Kathleen R - 8/28/2025 - $75,000 - Agr vacant land
Columbus Grove Rd - Muceus, Thomas Kristian & Shannon Renae - 8/12/2025 - $50,000 - Agr vacant land

RESIDENTIAL
174 E Elm St - Halcomb, Shane & Jennifer - 8/13/2025  - $170,000 - Single family dwlg
216 E Jefferson St - Murphy, Phillip A - 8/8/2025 - $80,000 - Single family dwlg
7560 Lugabill Rd - Swank, Lauren S & Kyle J 8/13/2025 - $210,000 - Single family dwlg Unplat
503 N Main St - Cabrera, Enrique Perez & Brenda Guadalupe Mora Chiquete  - 8/12/2025 - $159,900 - Single family dwlg
105 Parkview - Dr Romero Beth A Trustee 8/20/2025 - $40,000 - Residential vacant land

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