Most Americans feel strongly about getting big and dark money out of politics. A recent survey on democracy found that 77 percent agreed that “the laws enacted by our national government these days mostly reflect what powerful special interests and their lobbyists want.” Only 17 percent chose the alternative statement: “The laws enacted by our national government these days mostly reflect what the people want.”
Bluffton Family Recreation is accepting registrations for fall U6 soccer, according to Daniel Tinch, BFR executive director.
U6 is for youth ages 4, 5 and 6. Cost is $30 for BFR members and $60 for others. All games are played at BFR, 215 Snider Road, Bluffton, from Aug. 28 through Oct. 4.
Game nights are 6 to 7 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays. To registered go online or call BFR at 419-358-4150.
Katie Keifer, a newly certified Jazzercise instructor, has begun teaching classes in Bluffton.
Keifer recently completed all the training required to bring the expertise, energy and excitement to the dance floor. New classes will be added to the Bluffton and Findlay locations following this news.
Prospecting instructors begin with an application process that eventually pairs you with a mentor to help you through the training.
The Bluffton Cattle 4-H Club will hold a chicken barbecue fundraiser this weekend.
The barbecue is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sunday, July 22, at the Bluffton Sportsmen's Club, 405 N. Spring St., across from the Buckeye quarry. Tickets are $8 each. Pre-orders are available by calling Jason at 419-889-0237 by Friday.
Walk-in orders are available as the supply of dinners is available. Each meal includes a one-half chicken, baked potato, green beans and a dinner roll.
The public is invited to enjoy the annual Maple Crest talent show on Friday, July 20, beginning at 7 p.m. in the Patio Room. The lineup includes several musicians performing solos and duets, actors, and others too talented to describe
Exotic animals, free homemade ice cream and a free lunch.
Tommy Tire's customer appreciation day is from noon to 5 p.m., Friday, July 20, at the 319 N. Main St., Bluffton location, according to Tom Dotson.
As in previous years, the event includes an exotic animal exhibit from Jungle island Zoo.
New this year is a free lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. served by the A to Z Meats food truck. In addition, free homemade ice cream from Lugibihl's will be served.
Attaches are some photos from previous year's customer appreciation day.
