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Advance to state semis vs. Cavaliers

By Cort Reynolds

FINDLAY __ The Bluffton High School football team defeated Patrick Henry 24-7 in their Div. VI, Region 22 final matchup at Findlay’s Donnell Stadium Friday night.

The Pirates scored 14 fourth-period points and made two big defensive stops in their own territory to put the Patriots away.

Bluffton improved to 13-1 and advances to the state semifinals vs. Coldwater Nov. 29 at Wapakoneta. 

Coldwater defeated Anna in their regional final Friday, 45-21.

Fourth-seeded Patrick Henry ended its season 11-3 after the loss. 

Bluffton led 3-0 after the opening period on Jackson Brauen’s 29-yard field goal. The Pirates racked up 89 first quarter yards compared to just 33 by Patrick Henry. ▶︎

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Owen D. Ziessler, 83, passed away November 23, 2024, at Willow Ridge - Betty House.

Owen was born February 9, 1941 in Findlay to Winfield and Helen (Beck) Ziessler who preceded him in death. On May 11, 1963 he married Kay (Zimmerly) Ziessler who preceded him in death on January 9, 2023. 

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By Heather Auxier, APRN-CNP
Certified Nurse Practitioner, Blanchard Valley Pain Management

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic neurological condition that causes severe pain in a limb. The pain is disproportionate to the injury or trauma that caused it. This affects roughly 200,000 people in the United States. 

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The Village of Bluffton Council will hold a regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, November 25. 

The attached agenda includes two items of legislation:

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The Bluffton Public Library, 145 S. Main St., has a standing invitation for community members: "Utilize our display case to showcase your artwork, exhibit your collections, or display a cause. Show us what you collect, create, or are passionate about!"

For more information, visit the library or call 419-358-5016. Upon approval, you will be designated a month to display your items right next to the circulation desk.

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Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS) continues to look for dedicated volunteers to fill a variety of roles.

The organization updates its volunteer opportunities list regularly. Heather Schalk, volunteer services manager, said volunteers today often want flexibility. Some want to volunteer for several hours each week, while others might have less availability but ask to be on the list for a one-time opportunity, like a special event. Schalk meets with each new volunteer individually to get a sense of their interests, skills, and schedule.

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