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June 16 celebration includes carnival, 5-K plus special offers

Shirley’s Gourmet Popcorn Company will donate 100% of sales at its Bluffton location to the Bluffton Public Library during Shirley’s Birthday Celebration on June 16.

The day’s activities will include buy-one-get-one specials, a 5K run, a family street carnival, ice cream sundaes, and a free children’s coloring contest.

The annual celebration will be held on Saturday, June 16 at the original Shirley’s location at 117 S. Main St. in downtown Bluffton.

Bluffton council will hold a joint committee meeting for personnel and finance, according to Laura Ewing, village fiscal officer. The meeting is at 2 p.m., Thursday, May 31, in the third floor of the town hall.
 

 

The Bluffton town hall concert series announces two performances, according to Jeff Yoder. Both performances are free and open to the public.

Sam Stucky and Heather Kropf will perform at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, May 31.
May 31st at 7:30, Sam Stucky and Heather Kropf. Claire Wellin will perform at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, June 7.

• Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, • Generate support for local anti-crime programs, • Promote neighborhood pride and police-community partnerships, and • Send a message to criminals that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.

Sarah Baer, University of Findlay journalism student recently researched three community approachesto National Night Out. Her story covers Bluffton, Findlay and McComb. The three stories are combined into one, which follows:

By Sarah Baer

Bluffton’s NNO is a positive aspect for the community
The 18-month-old German Shepherd is from Von der haus Gill German Shepherds Inc. of Wapakoneta, and is getting to know the community by making appearances in the schools.

The Bluffton American Legion Post 382 was assisted by Bluffton Boy Scout Troop 256 in placing flags on graves of soldiers at Maple Grove Cemetery for Memorial Day. (Dennis Morrision photo)

There’s a lot of talk about saving enough money for retirement.

You find yourself asking questions like…
• Will Social Security be available? When should I collect Social Security?

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