By Kaye Phillips
Swiss Community Historical Society
Thank you to Diane Dillman Elshire and Jim Dillman for donating a set of 11 beautiful trays that once belonged to their grandmother, Ella Luginbuhl Dillman to the SCHS to use in the Heritage Center kitchen.
Diane and Jim told of the trays being used to serve refreshments for Sunday School parties in Ella’s home on Zurfluh Road, Bluffton, Ohio. According to Diane, the Sunday School class would meet in members’ homes once a month.
PHOTO October 11, 2025 Last football home game BHS Marching Band under the direction of David Sycks.
By Betsi Werling
David Sycks has served as the band director for Bluffton High School for 32 years, almost his entire teaching career. He retired following the 2025-2026 academic year. He’s also been playing the trumpet for 52 years, despite initially being encouraged to play a different instrument.
The Bluffton Schools Board of Education approved the Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriation Resolution Report provided by Treasurer Paula Parrish on Monday, July 20. The total of funds available for spending is $26.09M. Parrish notes that this is the total amount approved for spending and that actual expenditures may be less than this amount.
Funds are listed below, from largest to smallest, by appropriation. The full report is attached.
By Kyle Anderson, PA-C
Physician Assistant, Well at Work
MEDIA RELEASE_As summer temperatures continue to climb, it is important to take precautions against heat-related illnesses. Whether working outdoors, exercising, participating in sports, or simply spending time outside, prolonged exposure to heat and humidity can place significant stress on the body and increase the risk of serious medical complications.
From the 132 news items posted on BlufftonIcon.com in June 2026, here are 21 items of the most lasting interest.
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