Living in Bluffton

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MEDIA RELEASE__The Interstate 75 northbound entrance ramp from State Route 103 at the Village of Bluffton will close on Wednesday, April 8, for approximately one day for bridge deck repair.

TRAFFIC IMPACT

Detour: I-75 SB to Bentley Rd. to I-75 NB.

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Work begins March 30, duration 6 weeks

MEDIA RELEASE__The Village of Bluffton has announced the planned closure of Elm St. from Lawn Ave. to Spring St. for about six weeks beginning March 30.

There will be road closures, lane restrictions, detours and delays. 

Please plan to use alternate routes and expect delays. The Village thanks you for your patience.

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MEDIA RELEASE__The Bluffton Boys and Girls have elected the following committee members for the 2026 4-H year. 

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By Lyla Heinze
Beaverdam Bunch reporter

The Beaverdam Bunch met on Monday, March 16, 2026, and held elections. Below are the officers who were elected.

President: Katherine Gratz

Vice President: Lydia Gratz

Secretary: Rebecca Mathewson

Treasurer: Laney Kiene

Health Officer: Danny Schumacher

Safety Officer: Lucas Gesler

News Reporter: Lyla Heinze

Recreation Leaders: Ellie Dodds & Ellery Byers 

 

NEXT MEETING
March 30, 2026, at 7 p.m.

 

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MEDIA RELEASE__The Poinsettia Club of Bluffton will begin its 106th year on April 21. Organized in 1920, the club's motto is “Give to the world the best you have and the best will come back to you.” The poinsettia is the flower of Mexico and represents friendship or friend.

The club meets at 11:30 a.m.on the third Tuesday of the month from April through November. The group meets in various locations. The April 2026 meeting will be held at Maple Crest in Bluffton.

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MEDIA RELEASE__Columbus Grove/Bluffton Rd. between Tom Fett Rd. and Bentley Rd. will be closed for tree removal on Thursday, March 19 and Friday, March 20 from 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. both days.

There will be no access during this closure. Please find an alternate route.

For more information, contact Allen County Engineer at 419-228-3196.

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