On Tuesday, September 10, Burkholder Healthy Farms of Allen County hosted 73 people for a day of learning about cover crops and Farmer Advocates for Conservation work in Ohio.
Organizer Matt Burkholder says that "Farmers learned how to increase profits by reducing input costs, such as fertilizer, pesticides, and diesel fuel.... After walking in a summer planted cover crop field, those in attendance learned firsthand how cover crops and no till improve water infiltration, reduce nutrient runoff and soil erosion."
PANDORA — First National Bank has announced that Derrick Lee is its new Chief Financial Officer. Lee will oversee all financial operations, including financial planning and analysis, risk management and strategic financial initiatives. He will work closely with the executive team to develop and implement strategies that support the bank’s long-term objectives and enhance its financial performance.
Ten Thousand Villages of Bluffton has invited Kara Gratz Zink, choir director in Bluffton for 23 years, to be its September Artist of the Month. Her macrame work is for sale in the store and on September 19 from 6:00-7:00 p.m., Kara will be doing a macrame demonstration.
In this series, the Icon presents the Bluffton Beyond Tomorrow comprehensive plan in eight segments, which can be found in full on the Village of Bluffton website HERE. The Bluffton Public Library has two print copies.
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672 residents both live & work in Bluffton
2,100 Jobs in Bluffton
Local economy and employment
Bluffton’s thriving economy is fueled by agriculture, manufacturing, education and healthcare. Major employers include Bluffton Hospital, Bluffton University, and numerous manufacturers.
On Friday, September 6, Bluffton Art Company invites you to attend opening night at their 105 E Elm St, Suite A location. The Open House event will be “a fun evening of treats and raffle prizes while you explore the studio, book a class, and meet the owners!”
