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By JONATHAN SNYDER
Bluffton-Harrison Metropolitan School District will be paying for all expenses related to dual credit, dual enrollment and Advanced Placement courses for students, the BHMSD school board announced Monday.
Superintendent Brad Yates and Assistant Superintendent Julie Meitzler met with Bluffton High School Principal Steve Baker about costs for the...
Organization would replace previous agreement
By HOLLY GASKILL
Wells County may pursue developing its own non-profit organization for economic development.
Commissioner President Jeff Stringer told the board that the county would soon begin the hiring process for a new economic development director. Subsequently, County Attorney Ted Storer advised...
Raiders shut out Generals
The Southern Wells softball team got its first win of the season in a 12-0 win at Wayne Monday.
The Raiders scored seven runs in the sixth inning to apply the 10-run mercy rule after five innings. The win brought the team to a 1-3 record.
TUESDAY, APRIL 16
BASEBALL: Norwell at Jay County, 5 p.m.; Bellmont at Bluffton, 5 p.m.; Southern Wells at Southwood, 5 p.m.
BOYS GOLF: Jay County at Bluffton, 4:30 p.m.
GIRLS TENNIS: Norwell at South Side, 5:30 p.m.
SOFTBALL: Norwell at Bishop Luers, 5:30 p.m.; Bluffton...
Gloria thanks God for the good (and bad) things in life
I glance back, I see memories.
I look in the future, I see no certainty.
I look at the moment and thank God for what I have right now.
Now when I look...
A Joyful Noise: A Saint’s Story
This Monday marks the birthday of one of the 20th centuries greatest heroes of the faith: Corrie Ten Boom.
It also marks the anniversary of the day she passed away in 1981 at 91 and reunited with her family,...
Here’s the Thing: Confessions from a balance challenged person
Anyone that knows me can attest to the fact that I am not graceful; in fact, one might say I’m a klutz. This is not something that has come with age, but I have honed to a fine art since childhood.
The Amish Cook: Gloria travels to Danville, Ohio for a family funeral
I stood with Daniel’s cousins as we sang song after song. It was one of those priceless moments- too precious for words, yet not something any of us would have chosen. Daniel’s aunt by marriage, who was 66 years old had passed...
Art by Jerry Christianson
A temporary exhibit of art work by Jerry Christianson will be featured at the Wells County Historical Museum, as the museum opens for the season on Sunday, April 14th. Included in the exhibit are three ship models,...
Letter to the Editor: The rest of the Jefferson Township story
First of all, the township has fire protection through Dec. 31, 2024 with the town of Ossian. Second, Dennis Ealing, Ossian town board member, and Trustee Larry Heckber keep saying that Jefferson Township will not pay half of the town’s $200,000 fire...
The greatness, the power, the glory, the splendor.
Mother Nature did not disappoint. She lived up to the billing.
In the aftermath of Monday’s total solar eclipse, I got to wondering if she had ever been a disappointment. On the contrary, I think there have been occasions...
Angelkeep Journals: Dem bones, dem bones, dem dry bones
Somewhere back in time the words of a song were forever implanted in this writer’s brain. The origin had long been forgotten. Perhaps Lancaster Central High School Choir. Maybe it was a vinyl recording played over and over until the words were...
What new place will you visit in 2024?
Making time to travel is something that has always been important to me. Writing about those trips and other travel-related topics is another love of mine, as I enjoy dedicating this space to travel stories as often as I can.
Letter to the Editor: Liver and onions would be a preferable choice
RE: “Liver and Onions — and Other Bad Smells” in the Wednesday, April 3 News-Banner.
The author tried to give Wells County Republican voters a lecture in Christian political ethics, but in doing so, undermined his own case by...
Wrapping up Round 3 — with more questions, of course
While reading an opinion piece last weekend about a totally unrelated topic — trying to clear out some property tax cobwebs — someone was quoted to say “If anyone tells you they understand campaign finance laws, they’re lying to you.” Of course...
Creative Arts Council of Wells County honored as the Chamber April Member of the Month
The Wells County Chamber of Commerce staff and Ambassadors are thrilled to announce Janiece Lipsey, Executive Director of the Creative Arts Council of Wells County, as the April Member of the Month. The Creative Arts Council of Wells County, located at 428...
Local solar eclipse events listed
On Monday, April 8, Wells County residents will have the opportunity to view a total solar eclipse. The partial eclipse begins at 1:53 p.m.; totality begins at 3:08 p.m. and will last for approximately three minutes.
To celebrate the...
County Briefs: 03-22-2024
Sheriff requests share of ARPA funds
Planning to buy four police vehicles this year, Sheriff Scott Holliday requested a portion of the remaining American Rescue Plan Act funds to help cover the cost. Holliday said there was roughly $131,000...
Park passes ready for purchase
Ouabache State Park passes are now ready for purchase at the park office (or at the park gate on weekends). Sandy Shelly, at left, was purchasing hers from Property Manager Jon Winne. Cost is $25 for seniors,...
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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Today’s news: Solar farm protesters flood primary candidate forum; Two arrested on...
Monday, April 15, 2024
Today’s news: Knight girls win IPT Relays, boys finish in third; After eight...
UConn goes back-to-back as NCAA Tournament champs
By EDDIE PELLS
AP National Writer
Q&A: Taxes and the GOP candidates for governor
By WHITNEY DOWNARD
Indiana Capital Chronicle
Edey aids Purdue to first Final Four since 1980 with a...
By EDDIE PELLS
AP National Writer
Q&A: Republican governor candidates on the economy
With less than...
Area Things to See and Do: 03-27-2024
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