Laura Strahan, a Bluffton High School senior, is the Icon's student artist of the month. Laura has enrolled in Art 1, Design 1, Design 2. Her college plans are undecided.
Describing the art project in the photo, Laura says: "It was a watercolor painting of a drawing I did of a dragon at the top of a waterfall with mountains in the background.
"I don't think watercolor is my best medium - had not had much experience - but I felt like I got better at it and enjoyed it more as I did the project."
Vickie Garmon is the Bluffton High School art teacher.
It was kid's night out on Friday at Bluffton Family Recreation. PJs were the recommended dress code and all attendees dressed appropriately. Nearly 30 youth attended. Here are three youth working on a snow-related project.
Living in Bluffton, we all know that beavers are not only eager, but have creative characteristics.
To prove our point, read on:
Bluffton University mascots, J. Denny Beaver and Jenny Beaver, star in Bluffton's newest holiday movie feature.
You may watch the 2-plus-minute video here. Titled "Spread Holiday Cheer with J. Denny and Jenny Beaver!" the video - rated G - demonstrates how even beavers get into the holiday spirit.
One of Ada's "must-see" business displays is indoors.
It's at New Leaf Lawn Garden Center, 0395 State Route 235, Ada. The retail area is transformed into a winter wonderland of holiday decorations.
This year the New Leaf staff created a charming holiday feeling in the store. And, of course, their decorating ideas are for customers to purchase and place in their own homes.
The Icon shares several photos for viewers, plus a short video.
The Icon suggests this on your next evening pass down South Main Street: Pull over at the corner of Main and College. Watch the light show on the Fred and Pat Rodabaugh house.
If you miss it, here's a brief view. Just click on the red and white arrow.
