Here's what we shared with an Ohio Magazine photographer
Josh Bickel, a photographer for Ohio Magazine, wanted to see the sights of Bluffton.
So, naturally, we took him to the clock tower of the town hall. Bickel was in Bluffton last Friday taking photos of Bluffton University campus and the village for an upcoming feature on Bluffton University.
Watch for the September issue of Ohio Magazine. You can't miss the Bluffton University spread.
The Icon likes to visit the town hall clock tower each season - our most recent visit was with Derek Dukes and Phil Zimmerly some time in March. So, when Josh asked for an interesting town shot, we climbed three sets of ladders, opened several trap doors and here we are.
Here's how Bluffton looks in mid-July from the town hall clock tower south window. We've thrown in a photo of the town bell, for newcomers to the Icon.
Stories Posted This Week
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
- Obituary for centenarian Lois Jean Andreas
- Thomas "Tom" J. Basinger served in the U.S. Army
- President Sider to present Aug. 25 State of the University address
- August 10 council recap: Spending increase for Benroth bridge repairs
- MHCO requests zoning change for construction of senior duplexes
- WIP Wednesday: 1915 kitchen gets a charming DIY remodel
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Monday, August 10, 2026
- Pirate girls tennis 2nd at Lima City tourney
- Professor Parquet on the passing of Don Nelson
- Bluffton historical society to discuss upcoming events, fundraising
- Bluffton Public Library hosts Mobile Health Clinic on Aug. 13
- 2026 PorchFest preview: Tommy Jenkins, Cat Dailey, Szabo Trio
- Chair massages offered at the Senior Center
- Bluffton Senior Center to host Spa Day