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Camera shy

  • / Mar 06, 2020

This beautiful finch, a fixture in the lobby of Mennonite Memorial Home, Bluffton, is a bit camera shy. The bird failed to cooperate with the photographer in this informal portrait attempt, but despite that it can't hide its remarkable  appearance.

Stories Posted This Week

Thursday, July 17, 2025

  • Cross is Champion in three 2025 State Fair riding events
  • July 21 planning commission items include Vine St. closure for practice field
  • Forky asks a question: Can a new diet result in significant changes?
  • July 22 Twin Town event with Mindelheim, home of GROB-Werke
  • Sign up for Bluffton's Got Talent at Bluffton Public Library

Wednesday, July 16, 2025

  • (Un)official flower of Bluffton
  • Invitation to join Bluffton Music Boosters for 2025-2026
  • Letter: Greenhorn announces last service on August 2

Tuesday, July 15, 2025

  • Project Wild Workshop on August 11
  • Free pool parties hosted by Riley Creek Arbor, July 18-19
  • July 23 program at Motter Park: Prairie Fairies
  • Funding granted for roundabout at SR 81 and CR 15

Monday, July 14, 2025

  • Bluffton Senior Center offer for area teachers
  • Upcoming BPL events, July 14-19
  • Annual sweeping, parking request

Sunday, July 13, 2025

  • Bicycle removed after 30 days in public spot, police seek owner
  • Letter: Et Cetera Shop responds to overwhelming generosity
  • Bluffton wins 2025 WOAL swim crown

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