By Karen Kier
Pharmacist on behalf of the ONU HealthWise team
In 1972, Johnny Nash released his number one hit in the United States, Canada and South Africa titled I Can See Clearly Now. Johnny was a rhythm and blues singer who was influenced by the reggae sound. He collaborated with Bob Marley, one of the pioneers of reggae, to sing and produce records. Johnny was a very prolific song writer throughout his career. Interestingly, he sang the theme song for the animated cartoon series The Mighty Hercules that ran from 1963 to 1965,
So why the message to see clearly now?
Researchers have made some significant advances in eye health specifically with macular degeneration in the last few years. Several of these discoveries have completed clinical trials and have been forwarded to the FDA for approval in the United States.
During Bluffton University’s spring Cross-Cultural Forum, students shared about their semester-long experiences in Washington, D.C., Guatemala and Greece. The Feb. 14, 2023, event was held in Yoder Recital Hall.
At Bluffton, the goal of cross-cultural experiences is to offer a journey of personal discovery into the richness and challenges of other cultures and communities. Immersed in new environments, participants experience diverse lifestyles, make new friendships and learn respect for other heritages all while meeting personal challenges which build character.
The Bluffton Music Boosters are encouraging everyone to get their meal tickets now for the 2023 Chicken BBQ event on Friday, March 24.
You can purchase meal tickets online and/or sign up to volunteer at the event HERE. Meal tickets can also be purchased at the Middle and High School offices.
The March 2023 Community Calendar has been updated with school, library, senior center, chamber of commerce, public meetings, Bluffton Family Recreation and university events.
Have local events of general public interest to share? Send them to [email protected] OR tag @blufftonicon on Facebook.
Check out the printable calendar HERE, by the day, week, month and agenda (list).
WOSN & WTLW will combine to air live games during OHSAA Basketball district week. Games can be viewed on WOSN (Ch 44.2, Spectrum Ch. 997) and WTLW TV44 (Ch. 44.1, Spectrum Ch. 4).
Wednesday, March 1: Division 3 at Lima Senior
Bluffton vs. Ottawa-Glandorf 6:00 p.m. LIVE on WTLW
Saturday, March 4 LIVE Schedule:
D3 District Final at Lima Senior - 2 p.m. LIVE, Network TBD
Thanks to the Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce and sponsors Eikenbary Landscaping and Jazzercize Bluffton, an ordinary Tuesday evening was tranformed into a cosy, casual networking opportunity in Bluffton. Greenhorn restaurant was the location of the private event for chamber members.
