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MEDIA RELEASE__Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Jenera, has announced a Palm Sunday service on March 25.

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UPDATE A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 18 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at 601 N Main Street, Bluffton.

Michael "Mike" W. Reichenbach, 79, passed away February 28, 2026, at the Mennonite Memorial Home.

Mike was born September 18, 1946, in Bluffton, to Amos and Clara Louise (Burkholder) Reichenbach, who preceded him in death. On April 17, 1966, he married Phyllis "Sudy" (Barrere) Reichenbach, who survives. 

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By Lyla Heinze
Beaverdam Bunch reporter

The Beaverdam Bunch met on Monday, March 16, 2026, and held elections. Below are the officers who were elected.

President: Katherine Gratz

Vice President: Lydia Gratz

Secretary: Rebecca Mathewson

Treasurer: Laney Kiene

Health Officer: Danny Schumacher

Safety Officer: Lucas Gesler

News Reporter: Lyla Heinze

Recreation Leaders: Ellie Dodds & Ellery Byers 

 

NEXT MEETING
March 30, 2026, at 7 p.m.

 

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MEDIA RELEASE__An Easter for Kids event (a special one day Easter VBS) will be held at Trinity Lutheran School 105 Allen Street, Jenera, on Saturday, March 28, from 9:30 a.m.-12:00 noon.

The program is open to children ages 3 years-5th grade.

The event features Bible-based activity stations where kids hear the good news of Easter and what Jesus' resurrection means for them. They can praise Him in song, make crafts, play games and enjoy snacks. 

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MEDIA RELEASE__Safe Driving Tips for Mature Drivers (R) will be held at Bluffton Public Library on Tuesday, March 31 at 5:30 p.m.

Megan Kinnear of Lima-Allen County Safe Community Coalition will present and discuss: crash statistics, ideas on how to stay agile in order drive longer, warning signs that a person might have a higher risk of endangering themselves when they drive, how to know if cutting back on driving is the right choice, and tips on how to approach a safe driving discussion with loved ones.

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FROM FACEBOOK__Get ready for an action-packed evening! This year, the Bluffton YMCA Healthy Kids Day is joining forces with the Bluffton Schools PTO Science Night for one massive community event!

We’ll be in the Elementary Gym with plenty of fun, healthy activities to get your heart pumping and your brain growing.

We are proud to partner with Blanchard Valley Health System to bring this event to our community and help keep our kids healthy and thriving!

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