Garmatter, Scott Basinger, White, Woodruff, Bertka January students of the month
January Bluffton Middle School students of the month were recently named. To view photos of these students click here.
6th grade:
Jeremiah Garmatter, son of Alan and Sharon Garmatter, Rawson. Jeremiah is in the BMS band. He is a Boy Scout and participates on the Bluffton swim team. In his spare time he likes to hang out with friends.
Katie Scott, daughter of Rob and Paula Scott, Bluffton. Katie is in the BMS band and choir. She is on the 6th grade quiz bowl team and is a Girl Scout. In her spare time she likes to draw Anime, read, write, and listen to music.
7th: grade:
Kathryn Basinger, daughter of David and Lora Basinger, Bluffton. Kathryn is a member of the BMS choir. She played on the BMS 7th grade volleyball team and is a member of the Golddiggers 14 team. In her spare time she likes to play volleyball, and run on her treadmill.
Gage White, son of Chris and Paula White, Bluffton. Gage is a member at BFR and is in karate. In his spare time he likes to build things with Legos and play video games.
8th grade:
Rachel Woodruff, daughter of David and Margie Woodruff, Bluffton. Rachel is a member of the BMS strings and band. She is a member of the 7/8 academic team. She attends the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. In her spare time she likes to read, play the piano, and spend time with her family.
Joey Bertka, son of Randy and Holly Bertka, Bluffton. Joey is a member of the BMS choir. He plays on the BMS football and basketball teams. He participates in the weight lifting program at Ricky Matter Center. In his spare time he likes to listen to music and be with his friends.
Stories Posted This Week
Saturday, June 28, 2025
- Community Pool closed June 28
- Weekend Doctor: About Rotator Cuff Repair
- WOAL Swim Champs in Wapakoneta July 11-12
- '60s Survivors Band plays fifth annual free concert
- Bluffton Lions to bring all-abilities playground to new Legacy Park
- July 2025 programs and services at Bluffton Public Library
- Save the date: July 17 Garden Club is all about herbs
- Bluffton Vacation Bible School, July 13-17 at Bluffton Y
Friday, June 27, 2025
- Foundation launches Rooted to Rise initiative
- Eight vehicle injury crash IR 75 in Hancock County
- Bluffton Mayor commends Safety Services on June 26 injury accident response
- What's in your weekend?, June 27-28-29
- Go wolfhound to Bluffton
- Letter: Ask for veto of HB 96 library provision
- ODNR Offering Hunter Education Instructor Classes
Thursday, June 26, 2025
- Bluffton safety services respond to multi-vehicle accidents on I-75
- Travel opportunities update from Bluffton Senior Center
- Send July 2025 Community Calendar items to the Icon
- National Night Out is August 5, planning is in final stages
- Bluffton Senior Center activities schedule for July 2025
- Does your business have summer hours? Post them on the Icon
- Bluffton, Ohio ranks 4th in Ohio for bike network quality