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Marvin M. Millay, 80, formerly of Independence, KY, passed away May 15, 2022, at 2:25 a.m., under hospice care.
Marvin was born July 27, 1941 in Cincinnati, OH, to the late Chester and Virginia (Caine) Millay Sr.. On January 30, 1981 he married Lynnita (Swank) Millay who preceded him in death on May 14, 2015.
Marvin was a graduate of Holy Cross High School in Covington, KY. He started his career working for American Optical in Cincinnati, Ohio; from there he became one of the first employees of LensCrafters, working his way up to Lab Director.
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Bluffton High School has announced that the Wednesday sectional baseball game has been postponed until Thursday, May 19.
Tickets purchased for May 18 will be good on May 19.
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E-sports report from Nick Rackley; list of 2022 graduates approved The Bluffton Board of Education met on Monday May 16 to receive financial and administrative reports, approve treasurer’s transactions, agreements, and contracts.
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During the visitors segment, Bluffton High School teacher Nick Rackley reported on the E-sports program which now has 20-40 participants per semester. Bluffton is one of the “alpha originals” in the league, according to Rackley. Four students have received E-sports scholarships to colleges and universities.
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Allen County Council on Aging will present Medicare 101 on Tuesday, May 24 at 6:00 p.m. at Bluffton Public Library.
There will be time for questions after the presentation, and participants can find out about other services offered by the Allen County Council on Aging.
To ensure adequate seating, please stop by the library at 145 S. Main St. or call 419-358-5016 to register.
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The Bluffton University baseball team saw two players earn First Team All-Heartland Conference honors for the first time since 2018. Graduate senior Garrett O'Reilly (Galena/Orange) and junior Jake Baumgartner (Toledo/Start) were both named to the top team, while freshman Andrew Collinsworth (Westerville/Westerville South) collected honorable mention recognition for 2022.
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The following Bluffton residents received their Associate degrees from Rhodes State College following spring semester 2022.
Name - Honors - Degree(s)
McCormick Allen Ault - with Honors - Electronic Engineering Tech
Michael Bish - with Honors - Manufacturing Engineering Tech & Electronic Engineering Tech
Gabriel Patton Colley - with Honors - Manufacturing Engineering TechLuke
Emma Lane Klinger - Physical Therapist Assistant
Grant James Mumaugh - with Honors - Electronic Engineering Tech
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The Putnam County District Library is offering free technology help to individuals who need assistance with their smart phone, tablet, iPad etc.
Technology trainers will be available at the Pandora location Tuesdays 1:00-4:00.
This service is made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the State Library of Ohio.
Additional Tech Programs:
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The Bluffton Public Library is hosting a Book & Coffee Tasting at Twisted Whisk Cafe on Saturday, June 18 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
The invitation: "Join us for our first Book and Coffee tasting program. We will be 'sampling' four books paired with four Twisted Whisk creations. Who knows, maybe you will discover something new!"
There is a $5 fee at the door (cash only please), and advance registration is required as space is limited. Open to adults and teens (with a participating adult).
The tasting will be outside, weather permitting.
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