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Relay for Life sponsorship form posted on Icon

Posted by Fred Steiner on March 9, 2011 - 9:43pm

Bluffton's 2011 Relay for Life sponsorship commitment form is now available on The Icon. The form is an attachment to this story.

Persons, organizations or businesses interested in being a sponsor may contact Sharon Garmatter, Relay Sponsor chair, 419-963-1103.

This year's Relay is Friday and Saturday, June 24-25 from 6 p.m. until noon at Bluffton University's Salzman Stadium.

The March Advocacy update is also an attachment to this story.

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BIG Idea Contest to reward Bluffton University student entrepreneurs

Posted by Fred Steiner on March 9, 2011 - 8:54pm

Got an idea that could be really BIG business? The Bluffton Center for Entrepreneurs (BCE) wants to help Bluffton University students take a big step toward launching new businesses.

The BCE is conducting the 2011 BIG Idea contest to reward student entrepreneurs. The grand prize is an Apple iPad. All awards will include free assistance developing a business plan.

Judges from the BCE will assess entries for originality and uniqueness, potential for actual commercialization, and likely long term viability in the marketplace.

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Karen Wilkins MMH employee of the month

Posted by Fred Steiner on March 9, 2011 - 4:49pm
Karen Wilkins

Karen Wilkins of Bluffton is the Mennonite Memorial Home employee of the month for March.

Wilkins has worked as a State Tested Nursing Assistant on floor one at the Mennonite Memorial Home since 2009.

Her peers have given high praise for her leadership and teamwork. She has been known to go above what her job expectations are by lending an extra hand, picking up shifts, and being respectful and caring with the elders. She is a dedicated worker and wonderful employee.

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Community Bingo benefit March 11 at middle school: G -2 ...Bingo!

Posted by Fred Steiner on March 9, 2011 - 4:33pm

A community Bingo benefit for Bluffton Relay for Life will take place from 6 to 9 p.m., Friday, March 11 (doors open at 5 p.m.) at the Bluffton Middle School cafetorium.

The benefit is sponsored by Village Cut & Curl team. All proceeds go to Bluffton's Relay.

The evening includes Bingo, special games and various prizes. Concessions available.

Call 419-358-7593 for any questions.

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IRS announces effort to help struggling taxpayers get fresh start

Posted by Fred Steiner on March 9, 2011 - 4:28pm

In an effort to help struggling taxpayers, the Internal Revenue Service announced a series of new steps to help people get a fresh start with their tax liabilities.

The goal is to help individuals and small businesses meet their tax obligations, without adding unnecessary burden to taxpayers. Specifically, the IRS is announcing new policies and programs to help taxpayers pay back taxes and avoid tax liens.

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Bluffton Community Preschool accepting enrollment for next year

Posted by Fred Steiner on March 9, 2011 - 4:20pm

Bluffton Community Preschool is now accepting enrollment of students for next year's classes, according to Chassity Gallant, director.

Class options follow:

3-year-old classes - JoAnne Heaster is the lead teacher
o Monday/Wednesday 8:05-10:45 a.m.
o Monday/Wednesday 12:05-2:45 p.m.
(this class is possible if morning classes fill-up and we need to open an additional section)
o Tuesday/Thursday 8:05-10:45 a.m.

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