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Bluffton's Valentine's royality

Posted by Fred Steiner on February 22, 2011 - 5:58am

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Royal couples and very, very congenial people reside in Bluffton. In case you aren't aware, this year's King and Queen of Maple Crest's Senior Village Valentine's Day celebration are, Arthur and Jo Ann Hilty. Named Ms. Congeniality is Anne Buller. The Valentine's Day party is an annual event at Maple Crest.

On Monday, Feb. 14, Maple Crest Senior Living Village, in Bluffton, hosted ITS annual Valentine's Day Party. Sixty residents attended and were treated to an evening of music, food and fellowship.

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Thursday tea and wine tasting event at The Inn at ONU

Posted by Fred Steiner on February 22, 2011 - 5:45am

The Inn at Ohio Northern University hosts two special events on Thursday, Feb. 24.

From 3:30 to 5 p.m. The Inn offers Thursday Tea. This week's tea features Relaxation Blend tea paired with pound cake and peach preserves. In addition, is a selection of chef's tea sandwiches, scones, pastries, tarts and petite fours. Champagne is also available.

The weekly Thursday Tea at the Inn features a specific tea and dessert, and includes a variety and teas and pastries. Reservations are not required except for parties of five or more.

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St. John Mennonite sponsors March 18-19 marriage conference

Posted by Fred Steiner on February 22, 2011 - 5:33am

St. John Mennonite Church, Pandora, will hold A Walk Thru the Bible's Biblical Portrait of Marriage Conference, Friday and Saturday, March 18 and 19, at the church, 15988 Road 4, Pandora.

Friday's event is from 7 to 9:30 p.m.; Saturday's event is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Childcare will be provided along with snacks, a noon meal and workbook.

The conference includes issues such as dealing with in-laws, dividing household chores, managing finances and building communication skills.

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Worship
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3.1 inches of snow yesterday; 59 degrees on 17th was all-time high

Posted by Fred Steiner on February 22, 2011 - 5:25am

Add 3.1 inches of snowfall to the 2011snowfall count. That makes a total of 28.2 inches of snowfall for the year. The past seven days provided an unusual mix of weather, according to Guy Verhoff, Pandora weather observer.

In addition to the snow, the 59 degree temperature on Feb. 17 set a high record. The previous high for the 17th was 55 set in 2008. Here's the past seven day highs and lows.

Date High temp Low temp Rain Snow

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Regional news
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BVHS offers scholarships to area students, BVHS associates

Posted by Fred Steiner on February 22, 2011 - 5:01am

Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS), Findlay, 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 Scholarship link under the Health Education menu.

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Regional news
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Bluffton Diamond Sports sign-ups underway; form available on The Icon

Posted by Fred Steiner on February 21, 2011 - 10:45pm

Bluffton Diamond Sports is now holding sign-ups for spring/summer baseball and softball.

A sign-up form is available to download at the bottom of this story.

Registration forms may be picked up at the elementary school or middle school offices. The forms will also be available to pick up and fill out at sign-ups.

Bluffton Diamond Sports is open to boys ages 7 to 14 and girls ages 8 to 14. Forms may be picked up and turned in on the following dates/times and locations:

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