The following is an update regarding snow and ice operations on state highways within Allen County from November to the present. This report is issued periodically during the winter months and as necessary following snow and ice events.
District 1 districtwide totals to date:
Salt used: 42,753 tons
Liquid de-icer: 567,023 gallons
Miles driven for snow and ice: 579,902
Total cost: $5,481,518
If you are looking for a copy of the Bluffton history photo book published this winter by the Bluffton Icon, you can find it at The Food Store, 103 S. Main St.
The book includes nearly Bluffton 170 photos taken between 1861 and 1911. Each photo has a detailed description.
Copies are also on sale at:
• Book ReViews
• Bluffton University bookstore
• Twisted Whisk Cafe
• Bluffton Senior Citizens Center
Paul Craun, former Bluffton resident and construction professional, announced that he has filed to run for Hancock County commissioner in the May 8 Republican primary.
He will be emphasizing “Leading Together” as the theme for his campaign, bringing together business, community and government.
He has experience in supporting local economic development groups and in working with many small and large businesses and community groups across northwest Ohio.
The Bluffton Lions Club hosted a team from the Nationwide Children’s Hospital at their club meeting on Feb. 6. Dr. Randal Olshefski, pediatric oncologist, was the speaker for the group.
A fact given during the presentation is: "Every two minutes a child is diagnosed with cancer and less than half of the world’s children have access to effective care."
