FROM FACEBOOK__April showers bring May car shows? Bluffton Cars & Coffee gives area car and motorcycle enthusiasts a reason to look forward to spring and summer Saturdays including May 23 - June 27 - July 25 - August 22 - September 26 - October 24, when 902 N. Main St. will host free events featuring cars, coffee and conversation.
FROM FACEBOOK__Bluffton Family YMCA is calling all adult soccer slayers! Dust off those cleats and get your squad together for the upcoming Double Elimination 6v6 Tournament! Whether you’re playing for the trophy or just the bragging rights, it’s going to be a high-energy two days of competition.
Sunday, April 12th & Sunday, April 19th
Double Elimination (Guaranteed at least 2 games!)
6v6 format with two 25-minute halves
Team-based registration
Don’t wait until the last minute—the deadline to register your team is Friday, April 3rd.
Gather your friends, coworkers, or former teammates and secure your spot on the bracket!
ADA__The Ada High School softball team routed visiting Lima Central Catholic 22-1 on a chilly Saturday, March 28.
The Bulldog girls led 2-1 after the first inning. Ada then exploded for nine runs in each of the next two frames to put the game well out of reach as they extended the cushion to 20-1.
After plating two more runs in the home fourth, Ada shut out the visitors in the fifth to invoke the mercy rule after 4.5 innings. The Bulldogs out-hit LCC 10-2 and capitalized on nine Thunderbird errors.
Ada improved to 3-0 with the decisive win. LCC dropped to 0-2 after the defeat.
MEDIA RELEASE__On March 28, 2026, at approximately 10:17 A.M., the Lima Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol responded to a report of a commercial semi-truck striking a car on US 30 at the Hancock County Line in Richland Township, Allen County.
Lawrence Morris Sr, age 62, from Toledo, Ohio, was southbound on CR 15 driving a 2015 Lincoln MKS. Andrew Skiles, age 54, from Rochester, Indiana, was westbound on US 30 driving a 2018 Kenworth Semi. Mr. Morris failed to yield at a posted stop sign and was struck in the side by the semi.
Mr. Morris suffered fatal injuries and was transported from the scene by Allen County Mortuary Services to Chiles-Laman Funeral Home.
By Judith Bishop-Pierce
Director of Residential Care, Birchaven Village
As individuals age, their needs evolve, and with that comes the importance of understanding the various healthcare services and living options available for seniors. Navigating these choices can be complex, but with the right information and support, seniors and their families can make decisions that promote safety, independence and quality of life.
Bill Herr is an Icon columnist who writes about local sports and his experiences as a nursing home chaplain.
By Betsi Werling
I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Bill Herr at the Bluffton Senior Center, which he visits weekly. I hope you enjoy your 15 minutes with Bill as much as I did.
ADA__The Ada High School softball team rode a six-run fifth inning to rally and defeat visiting Elida 8-5 on a warm and windy Thursday evening, March 26.
The Bulldog girls trailed 2-0 through three frames before tying it with two runs in the home fourth. Ada exploded for six runs in the bottom of the fifth, then held off a late Elida rally to win.
Ada improved to 2-0 with the win. WBL foe Elida dropped to 1-2 after the loss.
