Bluffton is joining the nation in celebrating “America 250” in 2026--the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. On Monday, August 11, Pat Rodabaugh addressed Village of Bluffton council members, presenting an overview of opportunities as well as plans for events and activities including a 4th of July parade.
- Weekdays Open 1:00-8:00 p.m.
- Saturday-Sunday 12-7:00 p.m.
August 25-28 Open from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
August 29 Closed
August 30-31 Open 12:00-7:00 p.m.
September 1 Open 1:00-6:00 pm.
From the pool manager: "We have been asked in the past by multiple people if we can just stay open just one more week, well here’s your chance! Please come visit us until the 1st! It’s been hot and the pool is cool!!"
GROB Systems will be holding a public Open House on Saturday, September 13 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at their Bluffton facilities, 1070 Navajo Drive, The public is invited to tour the recently expanded 500,000 sq. ft. complex. Visitors will see products in operation and learn about the state-registered apprenticeship program. There will be refreshments, activities for children and an opportunity to win multiple door prizes- including outdoor benches and fire rings made in-house at GROB.
CELINA__The visiting Bluffton High School girls tennis team served up its dual match season opener Monday, August 11 at Celina with a tough 5-0 loss.
The loss dropped Bluffton to 0-1 on the young season.
Senior Hannah Nieman was forced to retire and default early in her first singles match due to a recurring shoulder injury after a 6-0 opening set defeat.
Junior Kate Klinger lost to Katie Guingrich 6-1, 6-0 at second singles.
At third singles, Pirate junior Ari Bowling fell 6-2, 6-1 to Bulldog Larissa Jackson.
LIMA __The Bluffton High School boys golf team finished a strong second at the 14-team Bluffton Pirate invitational tournament on Lima’s Hidden Creek Golf Course on Monday, August 11.
Pirate Nick Lovett sizzled on the hot day, earning tournament medalist honors with a low round of 34-36=70. Teammate Grady Coonfare finished in a four-way tie for eighth place with a strong round of 38-41=79.
PHOTOS by Jamie Nygaard / CLICK gallery to enlarge and view at your own pace
In years past the Icon has attempted to interview Sergeant Matt Oglesbee of the Bluffton Police Department on National Night Out, probably his busiest night of the year. For 2025, we gave him the following questions as a followup report.
Q. How long have you been organizing this event in Bluffton?
