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If someone asks you, "where was Bluffton's big Victorian school building?", point them to the large brass bell in front of Bluffton Middle School. This super-sized memento of school days past is dedicated to the "children of Bluffton in the 21st century." For more background, visit What's the story of the bell in front of the middle school?

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Barbara Shapter, 1921-2026

Barbara J. Shapter, age 104, passed away April 1, 2026, at StoryPoint Memory Care in Waterville, Ohio, leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and family devotion that spanned more than a century. 

Born June 26, 1921, in Columbus, Ohio, Barbara graduated from Columbus Central High School and went on to build a life rich in experience and connection. Over the years, she made homes in Michigan, Ohio, Maryland, West Virginia, and Kentucky, embracing each chapter with quiet strength and grace. 

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MEDIA RELEASE__On Thursday, April 16 the Bluffton Area Chamber of Commercie is hosting the next Lunch & Learn on the 3rd floor of the Town Hall building from Noon-1:00 p.m.

"Plan Today, Thrive Tomorrow" with Joel Griffiths

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By Jakob Demmitt, Student Pharmacist and Karen Kier, Pharmacist 
ONU HealthWise team

The idiom “well-preserved” describes something or someone who remains in good condition despite their age. It is often a way to say someone does not look their age in a positive way. 

Can food preservatives to maintain freshness not be the best way to preserve our health?

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MEDIA RELEASE__World Goods Et Cetera, 115 S. Main St. Bluffton, welcomes Lois Wetherill as Artist of the Month in April, with a display that highlights the craft of needle felting.

On April 18 at 2  p.m., Lois will give a free demonstration and explain how she makes her whimsical felted pieces. She will also be demonstrating in World Goods Et Cetera from 3-5:00 p.m. during the Bluffton Art Walk on April 23.

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MEDIA RELEASE__Bluffton High School has announced the following honor roll for grades 9-12 for the third quarter of 2025-2026.

Honor Roll – 3rd Quarter – 2025-26
 

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