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April 12, 2017

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ANDERSON, Ind. - The Bluffton University softball team snapped a 16-game losing streak at the hands of the Ravens in game one before five errors and two passed balls led to seven unearned runs as Anderson University secured the split with an 8-4 victory. Bluffton moved to 16-9 and 2-5 in the Heartland Conference, while Anderson improved to 9-13 with a 2-2 mark in the HCAC.

University junior spends semester in Spain, with boxing class on the beach, hip-hop class and lots more

From Bluffton to Barcelona, junior spends the semester in Spain

Malika Thompson ’18, a Spanish major from Cincinnati, Ohio, is spending her Bluffton University spring semester in Barcelona, Spain.

During her cross-cultural experience she is immersing herself in the culture, expanding her knowledge of the Spanish language and discovering more about herself in the process.

“I’ve just been learning so much about life,” said Thompson. “I’m learning about the things I do and don’t want to do, and I’ve been learning through my mistakes.”

Carrol Reichenbach, 92, of Bluffton, died April 12, 2017, at Bluffton Hospital.  Arrangements are incomplete at Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Bluffton.

These are the best seats in the house. Rick and Lisa Merrill, along with Jean O'Brien (left) and Shelby Koenig (right), and family dogs, Appi and Gordie, watch yesterday's baseball game between the Beavers and Defiance. Rick and Lisa's son, Blake, is a member of the Bluffton University team. Jean and Shelby are Bluffton University students.

BCE branding workshop follows chamber meeting

Dan Klear of Superior Energy Solutions is Friday’s Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce breakfast speaker, according to Phil Zimmerly, chamber director.

Following the chamber meeting Marathana Prothro, Bluffton University assistant professor of communication, will provide a Bluffton Center for Entrepreneurs workshop on business branding.

Abbie Parkins has 4 RBIs against Leipsic

Bluffton High School's softball team defeated Liberty Benton and Leipsic in non-conference games this week.

Bluffton beat Liberty Benton 6-5 on the road, and Leipsic 11-1 at home. The wins move BHS to 6-1.

Libby Schaadt (6-1) was Bluffton’s winning pitcher in both games.

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