JAMPD to retain Johnny Appleseed identity following poll
FROM JOHNNY APPLESEED METROPOLITAN PARK DISTRICT FACEBOOK__Thank you to everyone who took the time to share your thoughts in our recent survey! After reviewing the results, the Park District will not be changing its name.
We heard loud and clear that our name carries a strong sense of identity and pride within Allen County, and we’re grateful for your continued support. As we move forward, we remain committed to continually improving our parks. This includes updating amenities, creating new experiences, and planning thoughtfully for the future, all with the goal of enhancing the overall park experience for every visitor, every season.
No matter what lies ahead, our dedication to providing high-quality programming, maintaining beautiful and safe natural spaces, and serving the community will always remain the same.
Thank you to everyone who took the time to share their thoughts in our recent survey! After reviewing the results, the Park District will not be changing its name.
Stories Posted This Week
Sunday, November 8, 2026
Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Pirates Essinger and Gatchel finish cross country season at OHSAA Championships
- Nov. 7 Bluffton Schools athletics lineup, streaming
- Pirate football hits Archbold roadblock in playoff loss
- Forum: Vaughn explores biblical and multicultural accounts of spirits and exorcism
- Bluffton University relaunches Leadership Development Program with NetVUE grant support
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Friday, November 6, 2026
Thursday, November 5, 2026
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
- Klausing graduates from Ohio Bankers League Bank Management School
- Joellen Kay Lehman, 46, owned and operated Folly Faces
- Dec. 4-5 Messiah performances continue holiday tradition at Bluffton and Findlay
- Future Beaver Saturdays invite students to experience Bluffton University
- Ellie Bogart named BHS Student of the Month for October 2026
- Walter "Steve" Suter, 73, worked at Kirtland’s Auto Repair
- Grab an afterschool snack at the Bluffton Public Library