The Bluffton Masonic Lodge honored first responders at an appreciation banquet held on Oct. 2 at their Cherry Street lodge hall. Seventy-five guests, including Mayor John Whicker, his wife, and members of the Bluffton Fire Department, Bluffton and Fort Wayne police departments attended. The event featured a meal and keynote presentation by Moises Gomez, a New Jersey first responder and Freemason, who shared insights from his 9/11 World Trade Center response. Attendees also received Challenge Coins acknowledging their selfless service. Pictured is Adam Harder and Jeff Woodward presenting Brothe Moises Gomez with an honory membership to Bluffton Lodge No 145. (Photo provided)
