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By National Rural Health Association

Bluffton Hospital has been recognized by the National Rural Health Association (NRHA) as a top 20 hospital for patient satisfaction.

The ranking is based on data compiled by iVantage Health Analytics.

"We are so proud to be ranked highly in these measures," said Chris Keller, Bluffton Hospital chief administrative officer.

ArtSpace/Lima will host an opening reception for Spring Show 2017 on Friday, April 21, 6:30-8:30 p.m.  The reception is free and open to the public.

Spring Show 2017 is the 62nd edition of ArtSpace’s signature exhibit.  

Blanchard Valley Hospital's (BVH) Vascular Laboratory has been reaccredited by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC). The vascular lab uses non- invasive ultrasound testing to help diagnose a variety of vascular conditions.

This accreditation recognizes labs that provide a high level of patient care and quality testing when diagnosing vascular disease. To receive accreditation, BVH underwent detailed evaluations of facility operations and a comprehensive application process. The accreditation is valid for three years.

David K. Leiber, 57, of Bluffton, died April 17, 2017, at St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima.  David was born Nov. 14, 1959, in Bluffton to Donald and Lola (Dangler) Leiber. 

David graduated from Bluffton High School. He had been a farmer and also worked as a mechanic at Leiber Garage in Bluffton and OH Materials in Findlay.  He had attended Emmanuel United Church of Christ, Bluffton, enjoyed vacationing especially near the beach and spending time with family and friends.

Concert Sunday evening at Lima Senior

Four Bluffton students will perform with the Lima Area Youth Orchestra on Sunday, April 23. The 7 p.m. concert is at Lima Senior High School.

Members from Bluffton are:
• Violins: Isaac Andreas, Amanda Speicher, Grace Paquin
• Cello: Alyssa Speicher

The performance will be under the direction of Travis Juergen, Assistant Professor at Ohio Northern University. Juergen is very successfully finishing his first season with the orchestra which is sponsored by the Lima Noon Optimist Club and the Lima Symphony Orchestra.

Bluffton for Hope (Relay for Life) is accepting garage sale items fo its Saturday, May 6, garage sale at the high school parking lot.

Please contact Lynda Best 419-296-2790 or 419-358-7593 or drop off at Village Cut & Curl 212 Cherry St.

Please no clothing.

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