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Suddenly it's August. Members of the Bluffton High School band flag corp work on their fall shows. 

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Gerald L. “Jerry” Joseph, 64, died on Friday, Aug. 7, at 3:34 p.m. at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima.

He was born on Sept. 17, 1950 in Lima, Ohio, to John “Buck” Joseph, Jr. and Goldie (Courtright) Breece. His father survives in Arizona. His mother is deceased and dad, Robert (Vicki) Breece survives in Lakeview. On May 20, 1996, he married Kathy L. Mann and she survives in Harrod.

Jerry retired as an electrician from Continental Plastics, Lima, and DTR Manufacturing, Bluffton. He was a member of the Indian Lake Moose Lodge #1533.

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U6 outdoor soccer registration is now underway at Bluffton Family Recreation. U6 is for youth who have turned 4, but were under 6 by Aug. 1, 2015.

Practice begins Tuesday, Sept. 1, and games start Tuesday, Sept. 8.

Teams will be coached by parents. Players will learn basic foot skills and game play in this introductory soccer skill league. Games will be small-sided without a goalkeeper (5 vs. 5 play).

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Bluffton Family Recreation, 215 Snider Road, will hold an open house from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. during the Bluffton Fall Festival, Saturday, Sept. 26, according to Joseph Beagle, director.

Visitors will have an opportunity to meet the BFR staff, tour the facility and watch demonstrations of exercise equipment.

In addition, a craft home expo will take place in the basketball area. To be part of the expo, contact BFR at 419-358-4150.

Membership discounts for new members will be offered during open house hours.

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The Pandora United Methodist Church will host a free community meal on Wednesday, August 26, from 5:30-7 p.m. in the church fellowship hall, 108 E. Washington Street, Pandora. 

The meal is provided by the Mission Committee and  the menu is subs/hot dog, cole slaw, assorted chips, sherbet, cookie, and beverage.

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Willow Ridge, Bluffton, will host an STNA job fair on Friday, Aug. 14, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

At the event you will have the opportunity to meet and interact with the Elders and staff, take a tour of the Green House homes and enjoy homemade refreshments. 

You'll be able to learn about how you can …
• Work in a quiet, family-oriented environment
• Provide care for the same 10 people each day
• Work on a consistent team each day Be empowered in the decisions made in your job
• Eat home-cooked meals at work

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