Reflections on 100,000 views
Bluffton Icon Viewers:
We eagerly watch the numbers on the Icon. So when the odometer recently flipped over to 100,000 total views in just 10 months, we went into a bit of a tizzy. After all, 10 months ago, this whole project was an experiment filled with unknowns. All we really knew was that we wanted to continue to deliver small-town journalism in a way that would reach a variety of generations.
We had no idea of the amount of support we would receive from readers and advertisers. We feel very fortunate (and amazed) to know that so many people believe in the Bluffton Icon and show that in their readership and support of our local advertisers.
Early on, an envelope arrived in the mail. Inside, was a check for $50 - although we charge no subscription fee, this reader wanted to make a contribution. Since then, we've received a few other "subscription" checks - each a pleasant surprise and each of which has contributed to the enhancement of the site.
We continue to be pleased by the number of readers who return to the site on a daily and often, more-than-daily basis. Even more surprising is the number of readers who find us by fluke - through a friend of a friend of a friend.
But whether you live in Bluffton, Ohio, or thousands of miles from here, we appreciate your support as we continue to grow and add new features to keep you connected through the Icon.
Thank you for your continuing support,
Mary and Fred Steiner
Ryan Lowry
Stories Posted This Week
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
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Monday, June 23, 2025
- Anna Marie Beagle taught at Allen East Elementary
- Noteworthy dress rehearsal and concert with potluck in Ada, June 23 and 29
- First Bluffton Art Walk provides a welcome outing on a rainy day
- Hardin County Commissioners send letter objecting to HB 335
- Duckie Cosplay underway at Bluffton Public Library
- Upcoming BPL events, June 23-28