FROM BLUFFTON ICON - Bluffton’s Blaze of Lights began in the 1930s with three lighted, painted deer on the Ream family farm.
In 2017, thousands of visitors are expected on Saturday, Nov. 25, to see the lighting of some 200 folk art pieces and enjoy the village’s 31st annual Christmas festival.
The Blaze of Lights parade begins at 5 p.m., but entries assemble at 4 p.m. and viewers start to gather well in advance.
By Monty Siekerman
Lynne Scott, of near Alger, has published yet another book. She will be at Gallery for the Arts, 115 S. Main, for a book signing. She will sell and autograph books and meet friends at the Gallery at 7-8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 1.
"Tails from the Kennel: Truths Taught" combines her experience with pets as a kennel owner and lessons taught that pertain to her Christian faith. She will have the paperback book at the signing for sale at $10. They also are available at Amazon for $11.95.
Voted best holiday window decor at Merry on Main last year are Mark and Vicki Southwood of Streamline Insurance Solutions and their daughter Amanda Morrison of Wine and Design, both located at 220 N. Main. For details on voting for this year's best decorated window, CLICK HERE.
DEFIANCE — Sophomore Ryan Bruns (Chickasaw/Marion Local) scored a career-high 36 points and senior Nate Burger (Dayton/Alter) had a career-high 30 points to lead the Ohio Northern men's basketball team to a 106-91 season-opening victory at Defiance Monday evening at the Harrington Center.
The Polar Bears improve to 1-0, while the Yellow Jackets fall to 1-2.
Senior Joey DiOrio (Columbus/Watterson) scored 18 and sophomore Daniel Donner(Belleville/Northmor) added 10 points for ONU.
Shannon Brown holds an autumn centerpiece, perfect for the Thanksgiving table or home decor. Shannon, owner of Carol Slane Florist, 410 S. Main, said she would be happy to make centerpieces or arrangements of any size, and has cut flowers available for those who like to do their own arranging. The shop will be open 9-5 on Tuesday and 9-noon on Wednesday, or phone 419-634-7910 for delivery.
