Happy Tuesday, Blufftonites! Here are BlufftonIcon.com's top stories from the week that was, February 9-16. For a chronological look Icon content, visit blufftonicon.com/archive.
FROM FACEBOOK__The Bluffton Center for Entrepreneurs Small Business Info classes begin in two weeks, and there's still time to sign up! Classes are free and will help you create a complete personalized business plan.
The Village of Bluffton has announced a meeting of the Airport Commission at the Bluffton Airport,1080 Navajo Drive, on Thursday, February 19 at 5:15 p.m.
MEDIA RELEASE__Bluffton University is committed to supporting students impacted by the recently announced closure of Lourdes University at the end of the 2025–26 academic year. Recognizing the challenges students face during this transition, Bluffton is enhancing its transfer pathways and resources to help Lourdes’ students continue their academic journeys with minimal disruption.
MEDIA RELEASE__The Blanchard Valley Health System Auxiliary is now accepting scholarship applications from students in the Hancock County area who plan to pursue a career in a health-related field. Applications are available online.
The Auxiliary Scholarship was established to help local high school seniors offset the cost of education as they prepare for professions in healthcare. Franki Hatten, volunteer services manager, said eligible career paths can include roles such as dental hygienist, nurse, physician, or other healthcare specialties.
Bluffton High School sophomore guard Maelee Miller was named first team All-Northwest Conference for girls basketball in voting recently conducted by league coaches.
The athletic 5-9 Miller was one of the team leaders in points, three-point goals, assists and steals.
Pirate seniors Blair Utendorf and Macy Schaadt earned honorable mention all-league notice. The versatile wing Utendorf is a solid all-around player, while Schaadt is a good long-range shooter.
