MEDIA RELEASE__On January 21, 2026, at approximately 2:47 p.m., the Lima Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol responded to a report of a commercial semi-truck striking a home in Richland Township in Allen County.
Gerry Bright, age 55, from Frankfort, Indiana, was operating a 2022 Volvo Semi westbound on US 30. The vehicle went off the right side of the roadway, struck a guardrail, and a fence. The semi then struck a house, causing it to partially collapse, before damaging three parked vehicles.
Join Joy from Corson Communications each month, January-April, for Family Storytime in ASL! Learn and experience American Sign Language through stories, games and interactive play - All are welcome and no registration is required. Mark your calendars: Feb. 2, Mar. 2 and April 6 at 6:00 p.m. in the children’s program room.
MEDIA RELEASE__Bluffton University hosted a “Why College?” forum featuring reflections from a panel of first-generation college graduates who shared candid insights about the challenges, growth and long-term value of earning a bachelor’s degree.
A March 7 Trivia Night hosted by Southgate Lanes will benefit Bluffton's America 250 projects. Limited to 13 teams, the event will begin at 6:00 p.m. with hosts Brad Fruchey and Kyle Gratz. Teams of six (max) will compete; $300 team entry fee. Sign up at Southgate Lanes, 9700 Dixie Hwy.
The song Cruisin’ was released by Motown Records on August 20, 1979, and would hit number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. The song was sung by Smokey Robinson and he wrote the lyrics with fellow Miracles member Marv Tarplin. The song was a bigger hit in New Zealand, where it hit #1. The lyrics never indicate how one is cruising along, whether it be in a car, a boat or another form of transportation.
Needle Felted Heart Ornament (R)($) - On Mon., Feb. 9 at 6:00 p.m., Shawna Yoder will lead participants in creating their own version of a needle felted heart ornament. Cost is $3 per person. Open to adults, and children ages 10+ with a parent/guardian present. Sharp tools will be used for this craft. Advance registration required and seating is limited.
