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Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio recognized members of the Bluffton EMS and police (first responders) last week with a dinner at the EMS garage. The event was in appreciation for their service to the MHCO elders and staff. Last week was National First Responder Week.

Dorothy C. Montgomery, 91 of Ada, died June 1, 2018 at VanCrest of Ada.  Dorothy was born May 19, 1927, in Mt. Blanchard, Ohio, to the late Walter and Gail (Foreman) Gatchell.  On June 15, 1952, she married Robert Montgomery who preceded her in death on June 25, 2009.

Dorothy was a farm wife and had worked at Fiber's (now Findlay Industries).  She was a member of Bluffton Trinity United Methodist Church where she was active with the Ladies Missionary group.

A quick and easy meal out for families; the food is good, the service fast, the price affordable

Icon Restaurant Review:
Campito Lindo Mexican Restaurant and Cantina
142 N. Main Street, Bluffton
567-226-1266
Reviewed by Liz Gordon-Hancock

If you're in the mood to eat something tasty and quick, then try Campito Lindo Mexican Restaurant and Cantina. This restaurant offers authentic Mexican fare, and everything is made fresh, on the premises.

BHS boys' 4x800 team latest in a long legacy of Pirates at the state meet

Note: the 4x800 relay team finished 17th on Friday at the state meet.

By Sam Brauen www.blufftonpirates.com
(COLUMBUS) - When Bluffton's 4x800 relay team sets foot in Jesse Owens Stadium Friday, the foursome of Baylor Garmatter, Luke Young, Asher Antrim and Simon Derstine will be the latest in a long legacy of Pirate athletes that have advanced to Columbus. 

Jessica Murphy, Willow Ridge administrator (left), holds a plaque with Elizabeth Kelly, Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio board member. The plaque recognizes Willow Ridge as a U.S. News and World Report "Best Nursing Homes for 2017-18." A celebration of the event took place last week at Willow Ridge.

Bluffton Hospital released its births from April 29 to the May 26. Here’s the list:

April 29 –Charles Benjamin Montgomery, son of Ben and Kristi Montgomery, Ada

May 4 – Mateo Douglas Rodriguez, son of Danielle Carpenter and Sebastian Rodriguez, Belmore

May 6 – Emma Rose, daughter of Whitney and Abigail, Bluffton

May 7 – Lincoln James, son of Kyle and Kristin, Gilboa

May 10 – Rebekah Margaret, daughter of Steve and Jaqueline, Sydney

May 10 – Hollie Lee Emery, daughter of Corey and Kayla Emery, Pandora

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