All Bluffton Icon News

The capital campaign committee of the Bluffton Ohio Historical Society shared their plans for a Bluffton, Ohio museum with State Senator Susan Manchester (District 12). Pictured (L-R) with Manchester are Ron Epp, Steve Simon, Dan Groman, Clair Winebar and Greg Ring. The March 18 meeting was held at the 1899 Depot at Buckeye Lake (a.k.a. Bluffton Sportsmens Club), which is now managed by the historical society. For more information, visit www.BlufftonForever.com.

FROM FACEBOOK__Organizer Eric Reneker has announced free live music performances at the Bluffton Presbyterian Church gazebo for the summer of 2026. The following groups will perform from 7-9 p.m.

The events are supported by GROB Systems of Bluffton.

Bring your snacks and chairs. Tipping and sponsors are welcome. Alcohol, tobacco and vaping are prohibited on church property.

FROM FACEBOOK__Bluffton Community Preschool is having an open house on Saturday, March 28, from 1:00-3:00 p.m.

The community is invited to "come check out our space, meet our staff, and see everything we offer for preschool-aged students. We would love to see you."

MEDIA RELEASE__The Bluffton Lions Club has announced the following events and activities for April 2026.

April 7: Club Meeting at Town Hall, 6:30  p.m. Speaker is Katy Erford talking on disabilities.
April 11: Roadside cleanup. Meet at corner of Main St and County Line Rd 15 at 8:30
a.m.. Please contact Lion Jackcie Bourassa to sign up.
April 15: McDonald’s digital fundraiser. 20% of mobile orders go to the All-Inclusive Playground.
April 21: Citizen of the Year celebration to be held at the Town Hall at 6  p.m.

Calling all hungry teenagers, grades 6-12! Stop by Bluffton Public Library after school to hone your chef skills and create a delicious snack, appetizer, or dessert.

We will meet at 3:30 p.m. on the fourth Monday of each month: March 23 and April 27. No registration is required.

By Betsi Werling with Paula Scott

The Board of Education has approved the Bluffton Exempted Village Schools budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 as requested by the Allen County Budget Commission in February. In a financial forecast provided to the State of Ohio, the district has estimated that expenditures will exceed revenues during Fiscal Years 2027-2029.

Pages