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Peter Neuenschwander, a younger brother of the first Swiss settler in the Bluffton settlement, Michael Neuenschwander, came to America with his wife, Anna Marie Kammeter, and their children. They first settled in Virginia and later moved to rural Bluffton.
Alec Yoder, grandson of Alan and Diann Yoder, will compete this week for a spot on the U.S. men’s gymnastics team that will compete at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
The 2019 Ohio State graduate is the son of Mike and Rebecca Yoder, and nephew of Mark and Julie Yoder.
Yoder is in St. Louis, Mo., for the U.S. Olympic Trials, which take place June 24 and June 26 at the America’s Center Convention Complex and The Dome at America’s Center.
Bluffton Family Recreation summer kid's adventure camp's focus this week is Bluffton history and businesses. Campers will visit the fire station, town hall and will learn about the village. Next week's camp theme "Wacky Water" has openings for campers. Contact BFR at 419-358-4150 to register your child.
One of the more popular evening programs of the year returns to Bluffton following a covid-19 year-off.
Bluffton Family Recreation brings back “Dueling for Dumbbells.” The program is from 6 to 11 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 7, at BFR, 215 Snider Road, according to Daniel Tinch.
This summer's program takes place outdoors at BFR. Meals from Bubba C begin serving at 6 p.m. The program begins at 7 p.m.
The fund-raiser event includes a full dinner provided by Bubba C’s barbecue. Tickets are $50 each and are now available at BFR.