Last week’s Village Council meeting noted that on Wednesday, the 28th, the weekly mosquito fogging program would start. But did you know that the first line of defense against mosquito-borne diseases isn’t spraying pesticides throughout the community? (Xerces Society: Start Now To Prevent Mosquito-Borne Disease and Keep Our Pollinators Safe). Not only are such aerial spray efforts not the most effective strategies for protecting people; they also put pollinators at risk. In fact, some communities (Sierra Club Municipal Mosquito Fogging is Ineffective and Harmful) have moved away from fogging programs.
There are better ways to protect ourselves from mosquitoes without harming our families or the environment. These include:
Have trouble keeping up with your to-do list? I sure do. Let's take a moment to consider a done list: below are 23 articles and 5 obituaries from the 166 news items published on BlufftonIcon.com in May 2026.
We have selected articles of lasting interest for this digital list and for in-house reading at the Bluffton Public Library, Musselman Library, Bluffton Senior Center and the Bluffton Family YMCA.
Summer-long opportunity to collect stamps and enter prize drawing
MEDIA RELEASE__Get ready to discover, shop and support local all summer long with the launch of the new Explore Bluffton: Small Business Passport event, an exciting and simplified way to experience everything Bluffton has to offer!
Running from June 1 through Labor Day, the community-wide initiative encourages residents and visitors alike to explore participating local businesses while enjoying the unique charm of Bluffton throughout the summer season.
Eileen Ruth Garmatter, 94, passed away on June 2, 2026, at Van Crest of Ada, Ohio. Eileen was born March 10, 1932, in Riley Township, Putnam County, Ohio, to the late Homer and Ella (Badertscher) Basinger. On August 20, 1951, she married Maurice Garmatter, and they shared 70 years of marriage until his death on October 14, 2021.
BPL UPDATES_Watercolor Workshop: Horse (R)($) will be held Thu., Jun. 11 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Local artist Jeanne Crumrine will teach on the lower level of the library. Walk away with your own watercolor piece of art, complete with mat! There is a $10 supply fee at the door (cash only please). Register in person or online as space is limited. Open to adults, and teens and children with an accompanying adult.
FROM BSC HAPPENINGS__Do you like to travel with the Bluffton Senior Center, but wished they would go to where you want to go? Now is your chance. On Thursday, June 11 at 2:00 p.m., Tonya and Debbie will host a trip planning meeting for 2027. Participants will talk about day trips and overnight trips. All travelers welcome. Bring your ideas.
