Regional news

The Cardiac Rehabilitation Program at Blanchard Valley Hospital (BVH) has received recertification from the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR).

This recertification means that Blanchard Valley Hospital's Cardiac Rehabilitation Program meets or exceeds national benchmarks set by the AACVPR. It also recognizes the program for its commitment to improving quality of life by enhancing standards of care.

The Guidance Department of Bluffton High School is sponsoring a financial aid meeting for parents of juniors and seniors who are planning to continue their education beyond high school.

The meeting will be held at the high school cafeteria on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 7 p.m.

Lawrence Matthews, Director of Financial Aid and Bluffton University, will be the presenter. He will discuss financial aid and filing the FAFSA form.

The holidays can be a particularly difficult time to cope with the loss of a loved one. The Tree of Remembrance Memorial Service provides a forum where families can come together to express their grief, but also find peace for years to come.

On Sunday Dec. 4, at the Centre at Bluffton, 601 N. Main St., Bluffton Chiles-Laman Funeral Home will hold a Tree of Remembrance Memorial Service for those who have lost a loved one this year or in years past.

Could this be "Kicking (or "kickin') mud"? Looks like it to us. The Icon spotted this plate in the high school parking lot.

Bluffton chamber's Blaze of Lights Committee invites residents planning outdoor Christmas displays to place their residence on the 2011 Bluffton Christmas lights map.

NOTE: THE MAP IN THIS EXAMPLE IS FROM 2010. EACH OF THOSE LOCATIONS WILL CONTINUE TO BE ON THE 2011 MAP.

The Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce Blaze of Lights Committee has begun its digital publicity for the 2011 Bluffton Blaze of Lights.

While traditional media continues to be utilized, information is also being posted to Facebook and the Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce website. By posting information to Facebook, users are able to share the event with friends, get timely updates, sign up for events, and more.

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