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Tayler Nowak Valentine plays the viola during a rehearsal of the Bluffton High School orchestra earlier this week. The orchestra will perform at 6:45 p.m. during Friday's Music Boosters barbecue and music. Rachael Lewis is the director. Additional orchestra photos are part of this series.

Classes are offered via Zoom technology; classes begin in August

To prepare professionals to excel in today’s high-demand workforce, Bluffton University is now offering an accelerated 12-month Leadership Master of Business Administration program that is convenient and attainable.

The program will complement Bluffton’s 24-month Leadership MBA program that has a 15-year record of success.

Gordon R. Shivley, 71, retired Bluffton High School guidance counselor, of rural Delphos, died on Tuesday, March 19, 2019, at 7:17 a.m. at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima.

He was born on Oct. 2, 1947 in Lima, Ohio, to the late Cleo Shivley and Marjorie {Stover} Shivley VanTilburg. On June 28, 1969, he married Velma Paroubek, who preceded him in death May 18, 2015.

Author Hanif Abdurraqib spent the day inspiring students at Bluffton University on Tuesday, March 12.

In addition to a public reading, the Columbus native provided tips and writing prompts during a creative writing class and answered questions with topics ranging from careers in the literary field to challenging stereotypes.

A student-athlete in college, Abdurraqib reminisced about playing soccer against Bluffton. He also shared his love for Ohio.

Each Friday at 5:30 p.m. The Inn at Ohio Northern University offers live music. The program is called Fireside Friday and includes a wide range of musical styles and musicians. You may order food and drinks from the pub or check out The Inn's evening dinner club.

The Inn is located on the ONU campus, 401 W. College Ave., Ada. Phone 419-772-2500.

Upcoming Appleseed Metro Park programs

Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District announces three program for late March and early April.

A woodcock watch at McLean Teddy Bear Park takes place at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 26. Be prepared to a hike in the wet woods.

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