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MEDIA RELEASE__Bluffton University will open the fall semester with its Opening Convocation at 10:45 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, in Yoder Recital Hall. Dr. Mark Bourassa, dean of students, Bluffton University, will present “The Challenge of Integrity in a Changing World.” 

Bourassa will explore the importance of integrity in a rapidly changing world and challenge Bluffton students to consider how their values, decisions and actions shape the communities around them. 

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The following August meetings have been scheduled by the Village of Bluffton and will be held at Bluffton Town Hall.

Planning Commission Hearing on Thursday, August 13 at 7:00 p.m.

Parks and Recreation Committee on Monday, August 17 at 7:00 p.m.

Planning Commission Meeting on Wednesday, August 19 at 7:00 p.m.

Council Meeting on Monday, August 24 at 7:00 p.m.

Streets, Alleys, Lights, and Sidewalks Committee on Wednesday, August 26 at 5:00 p.m.

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By Cort Reynolds

BLUFFTON __The Bluffton High School girls tennis team defeated visiting Celina 3-2 to celebrate their home opener on Monday, August 10.

The Pirate team improved to 2-0 with their second 3-2 victory. Bluffton took one singles match and swept both doubles contests to secure the win.

Pirate senior Willow Angel won at first singles 6-3, 6-1.

Senior Kate Klinger and fellow senior Ari Bowling won their first doubles match handily by a 6-1, 6-1 score. 

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MEDIA RELEASE__Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio (MHCO) invites the Bluffton community to enjoy an evening of live music, ice cream and fellowship at its Concert on the Lawn on Sunday, August 16, from 6–7 p.m. in the backyard of Mennonite Memorial Home, 410 W. Elm St., Bluffton.

The free outdoor concert will feature Jason Wagner with special guest Ken Pressell. Community members of all ages are welcome to attend and are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket and settle in for an evening of music alongside Mennonite Memorial Home residents, families and friends.

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Bluffton pair wins 2nd doubles crown / PHOTO provided

By Cort Reynolds

LIMA__The Bluffton High School girls tennis team finished a strong second at the seven-team Lima City Tournament on Saturday, August 8.

Wapakoneta captured the team championship with 30 points. The Redskins took first in four of the five bracket tournaments with undefeated records. 

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Celtics’ 6th man Don Nelson passes on: 5-time champ retired as NBA all-time winningest and most innovative coach

By Professor Parquet for www.celticsblog.com
A.k.a. Cort Reynolds

“What is this garbage, man? You playin’ like Don Nelson, man. Like a chump.”

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