I’ve selected some of the most memorable articles from BlufftonIcon.com for our February 2026 Highlights. With 142 articles to choose from, that’s a tough job, especially with Bluffton Pirates winter sports wrapping up. Check out our swim stories from the OSHAA finals!
In the next few days, a print version of the February 2026 Highlights will be delivered for in-house reading at the Bluffton Public Library, Musselman Library at Bluffton University and the Bluffton Senior Center.
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MEDIA RELEASE__Bluffton Elementary School decided to hold a PB & J (peanut butter & jelly) food drive for the Bluffton Food Pantry instead of simply collecting any canned goods.
The school spoke with food pantry director Jami Lovell and she agreed that this would be a great idea. The resulting drive also included paper products such as toilet paper and paper towels.
Donley hits season-high 24 points, Pirates face Coldwater Friday
By Cort Reynolds
TOLEDO__The visiting Bluffton High School boys basketball team exploded for a big second half to pull away and decisively defeat Ottawa Hills 64-37 in Div. V Northwest 2 sectional final play on Friday, February 27.
The first half was low-scoring, with the Pirates ahead 21-15 at intermission. A 19-9 Bluffton third period extended their lead to 40-24 heading to the final period.
CANTON – Bluffton High School senior swimmer Jackson Bowlus competed well in two finals races at the Div. II state meet in Canton’s C.T. Branin Natatorium on Friday evening, February 27.
Pirate ace Bowlus earned All-Ohio honors by making it to the podium in the 100-yard backstroke event.
FROM FACEBOOK__The 3rd annual PorchFest will be the last Saturday in August 2026. This date is in line with the International Play Music on the Porch Day.
Organizer Eric Reneker notes, "I will release applications for performers and hosts soon. The target neighborhood will be Main Street and the surrounding streets."
We need volunteers this year for planning and the day of the event. Let me know if you are willing to help with this growing event!"
