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Village will remove decorations that do not meet standards of Maple Grove Cemetery’s rules and regulations book

"Due to time constraints maintaining Maple Grove Cemetery the village will enforce the rules and regulations of the trustees of Maple Grove Cemetery and the Bluffton council," Bernadine Ludwig, cemetery sexton, told The Icon on Monday.

"All shepherd hooks must be removed. There will be no exceptions for these hooks to remain on stones, gravesites or foundations," she said.

If you would like assistance in the removal of the hooks contact Ludwig, at 419-358-9501, or the village office at 419-358-2066.

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Some time ago, I was dismayed to learn that Jim Jordan is our congressman. His representation is sadly due to extreme gerrymandering in our county.

Jim Jordan's continued conduct in discrediting and undermining the independence of the Justice Department and the FBI is not only shameful, but frankly un-American. Jordan continues to push a "deep state" conspiracy to further divide this country.

I am grateful even though the village has decided upon a different plan that was originally created.

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(Note: click here for this writer's letter of Sept. 17, which provides additional details on this project. And, click here for survey results from the Shannon Cemetery Commission survey of the community)

By Sam Brauen www.blufftonpirates.com
(KALIDA) - The boys soccer team picked up a much needed win at Kalida Tuesday evening by a 3-0 count.  As tournament time nears, the Pirates are looking to build momentum for the postseason.  With a tie and a draw in their most recent matches, Bluffton had not won a match since September 27.  

By Sam Brauen www.blufftonicon.com
(DELPHOS) - Just days after the football team shutout Delphos on their home turf, the Pirate volleyball team followed suit by picking up a 3-0 victory!  Bluffton won 25-15, 25-17, 25-22 as they improved to 4-16 on the season and a 2-6 mark in league play. 

Two-part series explores research, evaluation and treatment

By Michael Stump, MD
Blanchard Valley Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Athletic Concussions - Part 1 in a 2-part series

Concussions in sports have been in the news and on social media frequently over the last few years. 

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