Sydney Hoff, Christopher Harnish, Juliana Hotmire, Colin Phillips, Abby Prater, Jared Metzger MS students of month
Six Bluffton Middle School students were named students of the month for March.
6th Grade
Sydney Hoff, daughter of Scott and Brigette Hoff, is a member of the BMS choir, band and 6th grade quiz bowl team. She is active in many sports including basketball, softball, tennis and soccer and looks forward to running next year. Sydney attends St. John's Mennonite Church in Pandora and is also in 4-H.
Christopher Harnish is the son of Stephen and Monica Harnish. He is a member of the BMS choir, band, and 6th grade quiz bowl team. Christopher attends First Mennonite Church, plays U15 soccer, and is a member at BFR.
7th Grade
Juliana Hotmire is the daughter of Darrel and Heidi Hotmire. She is in the BMS band is a member of the BMS track team, plays tennis and is on the swim team. Juliana is a member at BFR, attends Bluffton Presbyterian Church, and takes piano lessons.
Colin Phillips is the son of Todd and Karen Phillips. He participates on the BMS Jr. High football, basketball, and baseball teams. He attends St. Mary's Catholic Church and is a member of their youth group.
8th Grade
Abby Prater is the daughter of Bill and Kelly Baker and Rich Prater. She is a member of the BMS basketball team and is a cheerleader.
Jared Metzger, son of Mike and Amy Metzger is a member of the BMS choir and Jr High quiz bowl team. He attends St. Mary's Catholic Church and is in boy scouts.
Stories Posted This Week
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
- Local students on ONU's Spring 2026 Dean's List
- Sardines swamp Ada Gators in opening swim meet
- NWS heat advisory for June 10
- Agenda for June 11 Orange Twp Trustees meeting
- Public meetings schedule for Village of Bluffton, June 10-29
- Local teen documents Ohio sightings of steam locomotive Big Boy
- Open House at remodeled Bluffton EMS station
- Unforgettable: Marvel Stratton Hilty
- Award-winning author Mindy McGinnis speaks at Bluffton Public Library
- Bus trips with Debbie announced by Senior Center
Monday, June 8, 2026
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Friday, June 5, 2026
- Stay tuned for Pirate action at OHSSA state track and field coverage
- Ada Icon headlines, June 5
- Wheeler graduates from Ohio Bankers League Bank Leadership Institute
- Ellerbrock awarded Lima Memorial Nursing Alumnae Scholarship
- Pirate speedsters Wright and Miller each advance to 2 state finals
- Golfers, sponsors invited to support American Legion fundraiser
- Letter: Alternatives to Village mosquito fogging