United Way of Bluffton, Beaverdam and Richland Township launched its 2016-17 campaign with a goal of $26,000 to be reached by Aug. 31, 2017.
Area postal patrons received 2016-17campaign material in the mail this week. Donors have an option of designating support to specific organizations or making one donation that the United Way board allocates.
Bluffton's Parkview Development landscape changes daily. The new housing development will be constructed in three phases by Three S Development Group. The entire development lies to the west of South Main Street, south of Kibler Street, and bordering Riley Creek and Motter Metro Park on the west. The site contains approximately 29 acres. It has room for 71 units including 49 single family homes and 22 Bayhomes. Click here for more details on the development.
After days of rain and a sloppy field, it was easy to predict that Delphos Jefferson would run the ball extensively Friday against Bluffton. But the dominance of their offensive attack was a surprise as the Wildcats soundly defeated the Pirates 33-3, holding BHS to just 43 yards of total offense. Delphos improved to 5-1 (3-0 NWC) on the season, Bluffton fell to 3-3 (1-2).
Tonya Meyer, Bluffton Senior Citizens Center director, reminds persons 65 and older that Medicare open enrollment period takes place from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7.
"It is a good idea to take another look at your plans if you have had any health changes," she said. The Allen County Council of Aging can also assist with questions.
The council is located at 215 N. Central Ave., Lima, phone 419-228-5135.
Several additional Bluffton Senior Citizens notices and events are in the October monthly newsletter.
A volunteer Bible study leader is needed for Willow Ridge campus of Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio.
Erin Schroeder said, "We are in need of a Bible study leader for our Frieda House on Thursday mornings or late afternoons. The study can be in depth or as light as the volunteer desires. Also, we provide hymn books if volunteers would like to use them."
For more information contact Schroeder at 419.358.1015 ext. 248, or: [email protected].
