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Over 20 season vendors signed up for 2021

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We can’t wait until Saturday.

It’s when Bluffton’s farmers market opens for the season in the Citizens National Bank parking lot.

The market is open rain or shine each Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to noon from May 1 to Oct. 30, according to Greg Probst, market manager.

This year over 20 vendors are already signed up, and with many seasonal items, don’t expect that many booths on Saturday.

The market is a program offered by Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce.

Click here for the market Facebook.

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So, you think you know Bluffton? Okay, where will you find this bear? Answer tomorrow.

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The 147th running of the Kentucky Derby is this Saturday, May 1.

Tonya Meyer says that if you want to celebrate, stop in the Senior Center and pick up a pound of Mint Julep Chocolate Kentucky Bourbon fudge for $18.50.

"We have 20 pounds so don't wait. The Senior Center is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

 

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The village will conduct its spring flushing of Bluffton fire hydrants this week, according to Bryan Lloyd, assistant village administrator.

This may cause low water pressure in neighbors while the draining of hydrants take place. It may also cause discoloration of water.

Engaging walking, running and biking in our community - part 1

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First in a series
Bluffton’s pathway project now in its 11th year, has extended running, walking and biking safety and expanded opportunities for those exercises. The Icon provides this series to bring viewers up-to-date on what the pathway has accomplished and what is yet-to-develop. This series also serves as a reminder the project's benefits all residents.

Background
A Master Plan developed in 2009 through joint funding of the Bluffton Lions and the Village of Bluffton produced a guide for future pathway development.

Including I-75 at Napoleon Road and I-75 at 235

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The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) District 1 will shed new light across the region.

A project to install light-emitting diode (LED) luminaires along designated highways and interchanges will begin today, updating the system and significantly reducing energy use. 

“The changes will provide more effective lighting at a much lower cost to taxpayers,” said District 1 Deputy Director Chris Hughes.

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