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APRIL 25 MEDIA RELEASE__The Bluffton Ohio Historical Society announced “A Museum in the Making” at the Bluffton Senior Citizens Center on Main Street, Bluffton on Thursday, April 23, 2026.  

During this presentation, the Society disclosed plans to purchase and renovate two adjacent properties on North Main Street that are intended to become the future BOHS Museum.  Attendees learned what is planned for the museum, the projected timeline, and plenty of questions were asked about this exciting project.   

Several Icon readers notified our editor that the home at 518 S. Main St was being demolished during the week of April 20.

Crews made short work of the older house, which changed hands twice in 2025. The 3-bedroom home had an appraised value of $153,800 in 2021.

FROM FACEBOOK__This year, Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio (MHCO) will be transitioning leadership and coordination of the annual Bluffton Fall Festival to the Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) marking an exciting new chapter for the popular community event.

Since its founding, the Bluffton Fall Festival has grown into a valued tradition, bringing together residents, businesses, and visitors to celebrate the Bluffton community.

Wednesday, May 6, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Civic and Convention Center

April 21, 2026 MEDIA RELEASE__AEP Ohio is planning improvements to the electric system in Allen County to help meet growing power needs in the area.

The Lyka Transmission Project includes building:

FROM FACEBOOK__The Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce has issued this request on behalf of downtown merchants:

We kindly ask all visitors and employees to be mindful of the parking spaces downtown.

On-street spaces are limited and are especially important for customers who may have health conditions, mobility challenges, or other needs that make closer parking essential.

By parking in the bigger lots, you help ensure that these convenient spots remain available for those who truly depend on them.

FROM FACEBOOK__A new restaurant will be opening at 112 Vine St. on Wednesday, April 22 featuring new recipes from established chef-owner Jonah Agner. In the space that was home to Agner's Greenhorn restaurant, he is introducing Pizza Arcadia, "a pizza shop that rocks a sourdough-based New York-style pie along with salads, beer, wine and cocktails. We'll be adding to the menu as we go, and for now are focusing on producing a top-notch quality artisan pizza."

The new restaurant features a fresh look in the dining room, with new lighting, tables and chairs. 

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