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MEDIA RELEASE__Mid-Ohio Energy Cooperative's Annual Meeting of Members premiered this week, coinciding with the cooperative’s celebration of 90 years of service to members in its rural north-central Ohio territory.

The meeting was held in a virtual online-only format, allowing members the opportunity to log in at their convenience and view a co-op update, receive annual election results, and submit for a $20 meeting attendance energy credit.

The following results are from March 27 - April 9 of the Bluffton University 2025-26 athletics season as reported on www.BlufftonBeavers.com:

MARCH 28

MEDIA RELEASE__Wilson Sporting Goods is inviting the surrounding communities together for a meaningful day of movement, fun, and awareness. On Saturday, May 9, 2026, Wilson will host a community 5K Run/Walk and Family Event in partnership with Autism Speaks. While there is no cost to attend or participate, donations are encouraged, with all proceeds going directly to Autism Speaks.

MEDIA RELEASE__The Village of Bluffton, will begin its bi-annual fire hydrant flushing program on Monday, April 13, which is expected to last for approximately two weeks.

This important maintenance process helps ensure the integrity of the water system, maintains water quality, and verifies proper operation of fire hydrants throughout the community.

By Cort Reynolds

HARROD__The Bluffton High School softball team defeated local rival Allen East 6-2 in the Northwest Conference lidlifter on Thursday, April 9.

Bluffton led 3-1 after four innings, then clinched the victory with a three-run sixth.

The Pirate girls improved to 2-2 overall and 1-0 in the NWC with the rivalry road win. AE dropped to 0-5 overall and 0-1 in NWC play after the defeat.

By Cort Reynolds

HARROD __The Bluffton High School baseball team lost to backyard rival Allen East 11-0 in the Northwest Conference opener on Thursday, April 9.

The Pirates did not get a hit in the run-rule shortened, five-inning affair.

Bluffton dropped to 0-2 overall and 0-1 in NWC play with the defeat.

AE improved to 5-0 overall and 1-0 in the NWC after the win

Caleb Lybarger struck out 10 Pirates and walked six Pirates over five frames to earn the shortened no-hit win. 

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