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Who cares if March comes in like a lion or a lamb. It’s just great to say: “March!”

And, looking behind us, here is the February’s weather summary, provided by Guy Verhoff, Pandora weather observer.

Time for Round 2.

The Bluffton fire department takes on the Bluffton police department in the second annual Battle of the Badges basketball game. The police team hopes to defend their title from last year’s inaugural contest.

The event, at 2 p.m., Sunday, March 2, at the Sommer Center at Bluffton University, is free and open to the public. Donations are accepted at the door.

The fund-raiser will include raffles, door prizes, a 50-50 drawing, concessions and the chance for a half-court shot.

Proceeds benefit Bluffton’s emergency services.

The Blanchard Valley Hospital Auxiliary’s Nearly New Shop is accepting donations for their annual prom dress distribution. Items accepted include gently used dresses, shoes, accessories and men’s formal wear.

The items can be dropped off at the Nearly New Shop, 306 Lima Avenue, Findlay, now through March 10. The dresses, shoes, accessories and men’s wear will be available free of charge beginning March 14 to any area teen needing items for prom. One dress per girl will be provided. Items will be available through prom season.

Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS) is offering educational scholarships to individuals pursuing health care careers. High school seniors entering college, current college students and BVHS associates are eligible to apply.

A complete list of scholarships, along with applications, deadlines, qualifications and contact information can be viewed at www.bvhealthsystem.org by clicking on the “Scholarships” link under the “Careers” menu.

Those who receive a BVHS scholarship may be required to make a commitment to the organization.

Several youth classes are beginning at BFR.

Basketball Basics introduces the skills of dribbling, passing and shooting as well as modified game play. Basketball meets on Thursdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. from March 6 through April 3.

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