Bluffton audit clean in initial stages
By JONATHAN SNYDER
Bluffton Clerk-Treasurer Bri Lautzenheiser announced that a federal grant and financial audit is looking good for...
Markle fence variance gets OK
By JONATHAN SNYDER
A setback variance for a property at 7884 E 300 S in Bluffton was approved by...
Ossian Rotary to hear about Habitat for Humanity
Ossian Rotary will welcome Rick Johnson, Wells area director for Habitat for Humanity. The meeting will be at 7:30 a.m. this Thursday,...
Police Notebook 08-25-2026
INCIDENTS
City:
Friday, 11:59 a.m., North Main street and S.R. 124. Crash.
Friday,...
Creative Arts raising $1.5M for permanent building
The Wells County Creative Arts Council has launched a $1.5 million fundraising campaign to move into its own building, located at...
City hosts second annual Recovery on the River
Rapper Zach Dodd, center left, dances with a group during his performance. (Photos by Jenna Schweikert)
By JENNA...
‘Just leave us alone’: Local officials, groups discuss local income tax...
By HOLLY GASKILL
While state reforms have already impacted property tax revenue, local services are bracing for potential changes...
Final movie night on the plaza
After rescheduling the date, Saturday was the final movie on the plaza for this year, showing “Super Mario Galaxy.” (Photos...
Destination Recreation 08-22-2026
Bluffton is gearing up for a full weekend of recreation, entertainment, and community connection, with several opportunities to get out and enjoy...
Police Notebook 08-22-2026
INCIDENTS
City:
Thursday, 10:21 a.m., Bluffton Regional Medical Center, 303 South Main St. Search warrant executed.








